Thanks guys!

 

Excellent article. I've always been bias against the bps reels in favor of abu and shimano. This proves me different. How would you rate the castability of these reels with lighter baits? Also, has it ever been a struggle to find parts for them after a few years?

 

These reels do fine down to about 1/4oz. Depending on the rod and line being used, they could perhaps go a bit below that. Theoretically, these reels are somewhat at a disadvantage at the lighter weight range due to their somewhat heavier spools than some other reels. The captive brake shoes & springs, and the cover plate, add weight to the spool compared to other designs.

 

Parts?  I can't speak for all BPS reels but parts for the PQ are only a phone call away:  Outdoor World Rod & Reel Repair

If you're savvy enough you can often get Revo parts that drop right in. 

 

Goose deserves all the praise being offered and then some for seeing this through to the end. It's rare these days to find people that not only will commit to a long term endeavor, but have the self discipline to see it through on their own. It's also refreshing to see such unbiased reviewing or a product. Kudos Goose! 

Thanks Mike !

 

On the Revo parts - there was a board member on here a number of years ago that interchanged many of the lockwork parts between a Revo S and a PQ with satisfactory results...

I know my bps rick clunn had been going strong until this spring...( drag diac is shot lol) bought it new in 2003.

This winter it is off to mike at dvt for a carbontex drag and a supertune...