Im saving up to buy 2 new reels. Ive picked out a BPS ltd round b.c. on a crankin' stick, and a BPS extreme on a Flipping model of a lightning stick. I read about BPS not being to good but I fish every other weekend at best except in the summer so they wont be used a whole lot. Just wondering if these are a good choice and if not what would be in the same price range. Thanks

Abu Garcia 4600.

If I may.........I like all the BPS equipment you have picked out, and I even think the Lightning rods are a good rod for a low price. BUT if it were me I would get the BPS Extreme reel on a BPS Extreme rod, they put them together for a combo for $119........hard to beat what your getting for that price. If your buying the Extreme reel at full price ($79), and the Ligthing rod at full price (around $35-$40 last I knew) your in the same price range as the Extreme combo, and IMHO the Extreme is a better rod ( I actually have fished both the L.R. and the Extreme) As far as the other combo.......you won't be dissapointed int he cranking stick, I have a few and they are great, I really am unsure of the round reel your talking about. I fish regularly from April-Nov, and my BPS gear has stood up just fine.

Abu Garcia 4600.

Yes, definitely Abu  4600 series reels.  They're cheap, cast well, and IMO are one of the toughest reels out on the market.

I have 2 extreme rod and reel bps combos and they're REALLY good. They are very tough, and there is alot of sensitivity in these rods. I have a 7' MH that I use for crankin and it works just fine. My other one I use for jigging, they are amazing rods. I reccomend them  

Sweet. I didnt see the combo price until 2 hours ago then I read the post. Thanks

Here is the other reel.

Regular price $69.99 - Save $10

For the angler who prefers the solid feel of a traditional round reel -- with absolutely no dropoff in performance! Feature for feature, this rugged baitcaster represents one of the best values in performance reels today. It's built on an anodized machined-aluminum frame with a lightweight, quick-starting machined-aluminum spool for easy casting even with downsized baits. User-friendly features include a titanium nitride-coated line guide for damage control; rugged internal gearing; a smooth-running 5-bearing system; PowerLock instant anti-reverse for bone-jarring hooksets; 4-pin centrifugal cast control; and an easy-to-reach thumb-touch line release. Weight: 10.3 oz. Gear ratio: 6.1:1. Line capacity: 12 lb./115 yards. Line recovery, in inches per handle turn: 25".

Looks like a decent reel.......just another suggestion to toss your way. Are you dead sey on getting a round reel? If not, and you have a BPS near by, it would pay to head over there. My store has 2006 Extreme low-profile reels on clearance for $45 to make room for the 07's. Thats a great price on a good reel.

Here is the other reel.

Regular price $69.99 - Save $10

For the angler who prefers the solid feel of a traditional round reel -- with absolutely no dropoff in performance! Feature for feature, this rugged baitcaster represents one of the best values in performance reels today. It's built on an anodized machined-aluminum frame with a lightweight, quick-starting machined-aluminum spool for easy casting even with downsized baits. User-friendly features include a titanium nitride-coated line guide for damage control; rugged internal gearing; a smooth-running 5-bearing system; PowerLock instant anti-reverse for bone-jarring hooksets; 4-pin centrifugal cast control; and an easy-to-reach thumb-touch line release. Weight: 10.3 oz. Gear ratio: 6.1:1. Line capacity: 12 lb./115 yards. Line recovery, in inches per handle turn: 25".

I use this reel on my frog rod for fishing the slop and have been more then pleased.  Great reel with a very good casting distance.  I would recommend it.