PitchinJigz
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I really like that kinda stuff. Free spool time, upgrades...JDM type things I guess.
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I currently use all Lew's...how did I start the topic for a debate?
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I have a Lew's RZ/ZR baitcast combo that goes for $80, and I love it. Their low value reels are great for the prices.
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The point of this topic is whether high end Shimano is better than Lew's. I started it to get opinions from people with experience with both companies. I probably shouldn't have put in the part about my Team Lite, because it's irrelevant to the main idea of the thread.
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The free spool time isn't close to that of Curados/ Chronarchs. Lew's reels come with a lot of grease, which is a hassle to clean off. The actually reeling itself is smooth, but I'd like a bit more free spool time. Also, id rather have that connected feeling in the reeling process.
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If I decide to, I'll definitely contact u.
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Honestly the knobs look great, but don't feel great. I loved the look of them, but I'd rather have the normal Lew's paddle handles because the EVA is so uncomfortable.
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That's what I'm contemplating doing. Also, I plan on upgrading my reels at one point with aftermarket products. With Lew's, there really isn't as many products to choose from at all.
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That's kinda what I was trying to say, I have no doubt in my mind that the LFS Speed Spools and Tournament MBs are better than the Caenans and Citicas. My concern is that Lew's kinda tops out after the BB1 Pro area. The Team Lite really doesn't seem like it's up to par with say a Curado I, Scorpion 200, Curado E, or Chronarch E. I just feel like with Shimano, I get that value that increases with how much you spend, instead of topping out at say the $180-$200 value.
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I guess I may have put that wrong, it's not that I don't trust graphite. I have reels with graphite that work just fine, but I really like the feel of aluminum or even the ci4+ material, which is a bit stronger feeling than your every day graphite seen on most reels.
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So I pretty recently got a Lew's Team Lite reel in the 7.5:1. At first I loved the reel, but now I'm not so sure. The sideplates are graphite, which basically is overrated plastic IMO, I don't like the EVA grips' feel, and it isn't quite as smooth as I thought a $240 reel would be. The pros to this reel, though, are the 5.7 oz. weight, the carbon fiber handle, and the aesthetics are pretty nice. Now, for the controversy...I only have two Lew's reels (my only two baitcasting reels ATM), and I've been looking at the higher end Shimano reels. To me, they look much nicer. I felt a Curado I at a Cabela's I live by, and it seems great. Should I make the switch to Shimano before I invest too much into Lew's? I know Speed Spools are probably better than Caenans, but are Scorpions, Curado I's, and Chronarchs better than the Team Lites? Please give me some insight, thanks!
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I have the Team Lite and in my opinion it is the best reel under $300. Extremely light, more than enough drag, solid spool capacity, smooth and long casts, and a smooth retrieve. The externally adjustable centrifugal system is great, and quick to adjust. Great reel, highly recommend.
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I'm a huge Lew's guy, and I'd have to say any of the lew's reels from 100-200 are amazing. At $140, the new Tournament MB is going to be unbelievable for the price. The Tournament Lite is $180, and weighs less than 6oz.. The BB1 Pro is also great! It's hard to choose because lews makes so many great reels. The Shimano Curado I is supposed to be amazing, too.
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MH/XF for me. I fish way up north, and the fish don't get too big. I think a little less hook set power is a fair substitution for the feel I get out of a MH/XF. Now obviously if you're fishing Guntersville, Okeechobee, anywhere down south with big fish, I recommend a H/XF. But, it's all about your preference. Try out a friend's rod, ask around some more, look into lure weight specs for the rod.
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I like 17lb. Seaguar AbrazX for my spinnerbait rod. I throw spinnerbaits around submerged timber, fallen timber, and I search weedlines with them so I like the extra abrasion resistance.
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Perfect spinnerbait rod. I have a 6'10" MH/F Lew's rod for my spinnerbait rod, and a 6'9" would be perfect. On top of spinnerbaits, I throw a chatter bait (bladed swim jig), scrounger jig, and close cover swim jigs with it. But if you fish a lot of deep, non-covered water I'm not so sure. For deeper, less covered water I like a 7'2" MH/F for my spinnerbaits and swim jigs so I can get them out farther. Try it out, see what you like. Rods and reels are tools, and some of the best advice I've heard is that there is no set standard for what to use or how to use something in fishing. Use what works for you.
