View Full Version : 4 reels to choose from...which one do i get?
I've asked about reels here before and I still haven't figured out which one I want. I've narrowed it down to 4.
1st Pflueger Patriarch model Patriarch 71LP for $147.82
2nd Daiwa Zillion Model TDZLN100HA for $208.17
3rd Quantum Tour edition PT Model TE100HPT for 191.99
4th Okuma Model SR-200W for 113.50
Which one is the best? Which one is the smoothest, farthest casting and well built? All are killer prices so Im a bit confused? Sometimes I want the Diawa because it's a Diawa and other times I want the Pflueger because it has 10 ball bearings .then the Quantum has a nice feel and is smooth but then there is the Okuma that has good reviews and is cheap! Im so confused!
spooks
11-04-2009, 02:56 PM
I've asked about reels here before and I still haven't figured out which one I want. I've narrowed it down to 4.
1st Pflueger Patriarch model Patriarch 71LP for $147.82
2nd Daiwa Zillion Model TDZLN100HA for $208.17
3rd Quantum Tour edition PT Model TE100HPT for 191.99
4th Okuma Model SR-200W for 113.50
Which one is the best? Which one is the smoothest, farthest casting and well built? All are killer prices so Im a bit confused? Sometimes I want the Diawa because it's a Diawa and other times I want the Pflueger because it has 10 ball bearings .then the Quantum has a nice feel and is smooth but then there is the Okuma that has good reviews and is cheap! Im so confused!
Easy Daiwa Zillion Coastal
I dont like Quantum because they use ceramic drags
Pflueger well I dont like how they are built or their preformance
and Okuma are cheap for a reason.
calico killer kevin
11-04-2009, 05:22 PM
All of these are pretty "all-purpose" reels, so may I suggest a Curado E? Much lighter than the Zillions and IMO cast further. Cheaper too. If you're fishing 6 or 8lb line, Daiwa Sol. Best USDM Daiwa reel available.
El Weirdo
11-04-2009, 05:30 PM
I have a Quantum Accurist and have not had any problems..a good back up reel..
And as for okuma they make reels for other companies..
if i may...look into ths reel from BASS PRO
http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_90567____SearchResults
It matches well with other reels of equal cost...you will get more bang for you buck so to speak..it is my go to reel. it casts a mile..the drag is butter.. break system is killer.. have to work to a backlash . my 2 cents..
DarkShadow
11-04-2009, 05:34 PM
All of these are pretty "all-purpose" reels, so may I suggest a Curado E? Much lighter than the Zillions and IMO cast further. Cheaper too.
What this man said.
That Dang Guy
11-04-2009, 06:56 PM
I'd go with the Curado too. You'd be able find it on here for about the price of the pflugar.
Socal Bassman
11-04-2009, 08:00 PM
+1 for the Curado.
I can get the curado for $125 (or 135, somewhere around there). Ive used them and havent liked them. They feel cheap and not very solid. I was going to buy the e7 but then I used it for a total of 16 hours and was not impressed. The 4 I listed above feel more solid and more smooth than the curado. (imho)
Nessie Hunter
11-04-2009, 09:15 PM
On your list there is only ONE Reel I would even consider...
Daiwa.....
calico killer kevin
11-04-2009, 10:37 PM
Okay, that's fine. Some people like it, some don't. Find yourself a Chronarch 50mg or a Daiwa Sol. If you can shell out a few more bucks, how about a Conquest or Calcutta TE in the 100 size.
Calcutta TE is my first choice but I cant get any deals on it! Thats why I have the 4 listed above. I can get great deals on those!
LouieMM24
11-05-2009, 12:28 PM
Quantum TE100HPT. Love the newest Tour Editions.
Pflueger and Okuma aren't even worth considering for low profile baitcasters, and Quantam isn't that much better.
Out of those the only one that's worth it is the Zillion, but if you could find a Chronarch D I'd check it out. Very light, has awesome freespool, and doesn't lack any power at all.
Daiwa Lunas are nice too if you can find a deal on them.