Best low profile baitcaster

[dsiekman]

Ok, a slight twist on my last post about 13 Fishing reels. I was lucky enough to pick up a new lighter weight casting rod today at the flea market. Now I am in search of a quality reel. I've pretty much given up on finding one with a clicker. There was only one I found (Revo Toro) and it was bigger that what I'm looking for. So, I think I'm down to the Abu inshores and Daiwa Lexa 100. Ideally I'd like to be able to throw 3" and larger Rapalas and top water as well as a 1/4 or 3/8 jig head with plastic. I prefer left handed but am not opposed to trying right handed. >$200. What are your thoughts?

[Mark]

Check out the Lews speed spool reels. I got a left-hand version last summer of this one:

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Lews_...page-BBOC.html

I toss 1/4 oz. and heavier lures with it.

[dsiekman]

Thanks, Mark. Nice talking with you today.

[jhoss]

I just picked up the Shimano Curado 200i in a lefty and I love it! I'm able to throw a range of baits on it from big to pretty small.

http://www.tacklewarehouse.com/Shima...cpage-SCI.html

[sparky1423]

+1 on the lews reels, love my BB1. I also have a Shimano Citiga which I like also...neither will break the bank.

[plastic boat]

Diawa Lexa I have the Lefty 100 and 300
Bass Pro is having a trade in sale next week

[Kiko]

Abu Revos.....lot of great choices in that line.....indestructible!

[dsiekman]

Diawa Lexa I have the Lefty 100 and 300
Bass Pro is having a trade in sale next week

Looked at the lefty 100 with the power handle on Tackle Warehouse. $100.

[dsiekman]

Abu Revos.....lot of great choices in that line.....indestructible!

Any thoughts on the Orra line?

[Kiko]

I have and like the S, SX, STX, Premier, Inshore and Winch. Have not tried the Orra.

[Skidsteer]

This model is a very smooth reel. I wouldn't use it in the ocean or coastal bays, but I use mine regularly around Annapolis.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Daiwa-super-...item1c4d66bd8c

[Mbae]

i am new to baitcasters so i do not want to spend too much on my first setup. I will be waiting for the spring fishing classic at bass pro next week where they will have their BPS pro qualifier baitcaster on sale for $50.

[Kiko]

Mbae- I suggest you throw one before buying. As an example, I have been throwing baitcasters for 30+ years but I could never get used to the Curados. That does not mean they are bad reals just that their system was not for me. Conversely, I've owned many Abu (going back to round reels) and am very comfortable with them. Whatever you spend, just make sure that it is on a reel you can handle with ease.

[plastic boat]

Looked at the lefty 100 with the power handle on Tackle Warehouse. $100.

If you go With Diawa I might try one of these. They both have about 11 lbs of drag. It wont take much more than 15lbs Drag to pull you off your kayak
The Diawa's have a thumb lever that will reengage when you push it back up with your thumb.


http://www.amazon.com/Daiwa-Aird-Coa...sin=B00LDYI5UE

http://www.amazon.com/Daiwa-LEXA100H...sin=B008KVDA6C

[green commander]

Check out the Daiwa Tatula they are great reels at about $150