Thread: Crappie reels

I like Shimano - any problems they go back and they're fixed

Any middle end from trusted brand like Shimano or Daiwa would be good for crappie. There might be others better at same price point but not as reliable in terms of long term quality. Ones might not think Crappie reel is very important, but me, I take it a little bit more seriously from Balancing, casting distance, inertia and drag smoothness.
I am happy with new Daiwa LT series no Magseal from Legalis or Exceler even though my usual crappie reels are more expensive (Tatula MQ, Ballistic FW)I would op for 2000 size spool instead of typical ultralight reel (500, 1000) the larger diameter, distance and line management are better and 2000 just different spool but same frame as 1000.

I use a 2500 spool on mine

Daiwa is solid through the lineup.

They all work but i tend to lean toward pflueger presidents or trion on the reels i use the most they are the most durable reels i have ever used.

OP , are you using a long pole ? 10 ft or more? Or shorter pole casting ?


Sent from my iPhone using Crappie.com

Originally Posted by CrappiePappy

The two I'm most pleased with are my two Shimano Spirex 2000's & my two Mitchell 300x's (all of which are quite old, but still function very well). I say they're "old" so as not to be confused with the newer or latest models.

My Spirex's are a rear drag & a front drag ... both are "quickfire" & have the double paddle handles.
My Mitchell's have a single flat paddle handle & are very smooth reeling reels.

I prefer the flat paddle style handles over round knob style handles.

The blue colored quick fire with a rear drag Spirex were discontinued a few years back I used to buy them for $59 new on eBay. Apparently they’re a collector thing now or something $150-200 for used ones. I’m still using some old AX and FX quick fires with rear drag, love them quick fires.

I love the Piscifun 500 and 1000 reels! Smooth and great drag! Excellent reel for the money!!