Top 5 Bass Fishing Reels

The new Shimano Stradic FL Spinning Reel is the product of CONTINUOUS EVOLUTION. Now with Shimano’s MicroModule Gear II you’ll experience a rotational smoothness and power transfer never before achieved in a reel at this price point. Couple MicroModule Gear II with Silent Drive, which fine tunes internal components to the highest tolerances possible, and you’ll agree the new Stradic approaches flagship level performance. Plus, Shimano’s X-Protect water-repellent coating and specially designed, water channeling, labyrinth construction ensure a lifetime of top level performance by stopping water penetration in key areas without adding a heavy rotational feel. The C3000, 4000 and C5000 models come equipped with Shimano’s Cross Carbon Drag system, designed to endure and conquer the most blistering runs and the most powerful fish.

Features

• 6+1 Bearings
• Range of sizes to meet any fishing needs
• Micromodule Gear II
• X-Protect Water Resistance

The Daiwa Certate Spinning Reel series sets the standard for corrosion resistant reels. The Daiwa Certate has a Magsealed main shaft and line roller. There are also 10 corrosion resistant ball bearings (CRBB) to keep Certate reels running smooth, even in the roughest of conditions.

Features

• Monocoque One Piece Body
• Aluminum Frame For Heavy Duty Performance
• Magsealed Main Shaft and Line Roller
• 10 Bearing System (10CRBB +1RB)
• Zaion Air Rotor for lighter weight and greater sensitivity
• AIR BAIL
• Tough Digigear digital gear design

Small in hand but large in durability, dependability and performance, the Shimano Curado MGL 70 K Baitcast Reel is a addition to Shimano’s coveted line of Curado low-profile reels. The reel’s lightweight MGL Spool requires less start-up energy due to decreased inertia and results in longer casts with reduced effort. This advanced feature also allows the reel to excel for anglers fishing with finesses baits, such as handmade balsa baits, or lures that require light line for maximum fishability. The new Curado MGL 70 K is a great reel choice for anglers pitching and flipping in tight cover when increased line capacity is not required. But anglers shouldn’t be concerned about its compact size when fighting fish in close quarters or heavy cover, the Curado MGL 70 K is equipped with a Cross Carbon Drag to provide the needed stopping power against large fish. And just like the rest of the Curado family of reels, the versatile Curado MGL 70 K features MicroModule Gear for enhanced smoothness as well as a HAGANE Body for increased rigidity and durability for years of fishing performance.

Features

• HAGANE Body
• MGL Spool II
• MicroModule Gear
• SVS Infinity
• CI4+ (Side Plate)
• Cross Carbon Drag

The Team Lew's Custom Pro Spinning Reel delivers everything you could want in a spinning reel, at an affordable value. The Custom Pro has a superior drag system that is smooth as silk when fighting a big fish. Strong sealed carbon fiber drag system generates up to 24lb max drag (4000 size). Not to worry, the reel’s all aluminum frame won’t flex. Designed for freshwater use, the Custom Pro incorporates a flush and drain port (except 1000 size) that allows you to easily flush grit or debris out of the reel body. All in all, the Custom Pro Speed Spin is the spinning reel you will want on your deck, day in and day out. 

Features

• 12 Bearing System with stainless steel double shielded ball bearings
• Zero Reverse one-way clutch bearing
• Aluminum frame
• Aluminum sideplate
• Double anodized braid ready aluminum spool
• C60 carbon skeletal rotor
• Carbon fiber drag system
• High strength Speed Gears® with a strong, lightweight aluminum pinion gear cut on Hamai CNC machines
• Screw in aluminum handle with Winn Dri-Tac knob
• Flush and drain port that allows you to flush out your reel with a water dispersing spray if accidentally submerged
• Main gear passivation treatment for improved corrosion resistance
• Speed Lube for exceptional smoothness and performance in all weather conditions
• Right or Left hand retrieve

The Abu Garcia Zenon X Baitcast Reel is engineered to give anglers the compact performance of the Zenon MG-X series along with the versatility of a heavy-duty fishing reel. The Zenon X low profile reel provides an aluminum frame for added strength, C6 carbon side plates, and an aluminum main gear for maximum weight optimization. Easily adjustable and ultra compact, the ZenonX is suited to throw anything from lightweight finesse baits all the way to heavy jigs.

Features

• 9 Stainless steel HPCR bearings + 1 roller bearing
• X2-Cräftic alloy frame
• Carbon Matrix drag system
• Infini II spool design
• Infini brake system
• Compact bent handle and star
• Flat EVA knobs
• Aircraft grade aluminum main gear
• Ti coated line guide
• Recessed reel foot
• Lube port