Spinning Reels

[Matthew]

Need a couple spinning reels. Will be used for trout. Any suggestions?

[grown in Tx]

The one I have is a penn, it's worked fine for a few years now.

[mgstei1]

Mitchell 300 or that version has been the only reel I've used for 50 years.
If it wears out or gets to making noise, it goes overboard and I purchase new.

I believe the Mitchell300Pro is their better version now but I have not tried it but will when these I have now give out.
Mist em down with water and wipe em down with a rag with pledge and oil the moving outside joints and you are good to go.

[H.Maier]

I don't use them personally, can't seem to get used to them and miss a lot of hook-ups. I've seen Moe catch fish consistently with a spinner. I think he uses a shimano.

[coachlaw]

When Penn made the SS reels here in the U.S., they were the best, albeit a little heavy. Anything Shimano, even the cheapest ones would be a good start these days. If you're just trying them out, don't go for the expensive ones. I've got one $20 Shimano that made it through Katrina and still serves well today. It's got to be 15 years old at least.

[Matthew]

These will be for the kids/wife to use. I want something that will last, and requires little maintenance. Don't mind spending a little more for a decent reel.

[SCHU]

I have a Shimano for a few years but haven't used it that much. It is a good reel when I use it. Don't know who besides Penn or Garcia who makes them. check out Bass Pro or Fishing Tackle Unlimited for different makers.

[Moe]

Shimano Sahara, Symetre, or Spheros. Different price points inexpensive to more expensive. The 3000 size with 30lb Power Pro is a good starting point. That's just my opinion. Any questions, feel free to ask.

Moe

[Matthew]

Thanks for all the input.

[Flounderpounder420]

I like and use the Quantum Cabo PT on my nicest rod set up. Mgstei 1 has pointed out a very good spinning reel, the Mitchell 300 was the first hand me down reel from my father(he regretted giving one of his best reels). I used that set up until it fell apart. Last year I purchased the GX2 ugly stick from Shakespeare for my little girl and went ahead and got me one too. Not a bad rod combo for 50 bucks. Very sturdy but sensitive rod( I like that they changed the line guides and don't have inserts anymore), the reel is average.

[dreilly]

We only use Penn. We have some from the 70s, 80s, 90s, etc. They all have taken a beating with little to no maintenance. They don't gum up in the surf either.

[BlueDawg]

I get all my loaner rod and reel combos from Academy. Their H2O line is not bad. You can also catch them on sale and buy a decent set up for under $100.

[therocket37]

shimano sahara 3000 i've got 4 of them, they hold up extremely well and are a great bang for your buck.- i'm talking dunking in the surf, lots of wadefishing, everything. just rinse them down afterwards and spray them with some of that reel spray they sell at academy. 70 bucks academy.

[Root Canal]

Shimano Sahara, Symetre, or Spheros. Different price points inexpensive to more expensive. The 3000 size with 30lb Power Pro is a good starting point. That's just my opinion. Any questions, feel free to ask.

Moe

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[Silver Wolf]

Check the Penn 4000. Good reviews. Hope this helps. Ugly stick made a newer rod than the GX 2. It's lighter. You can see them on bass pro, or academy. Hope this helps. Lord Bless.
robert