need a SMALL spinning reel recommendation

I have been going through almost 50 yrs of fishing tackle and have given away the things that I don't use, I gave away 2 500 series reels, one BPS and the other brand I cannot remember. they were both horrible line twisters with the BPS being the worst. I soak my mono so it is really limp. the smallest that I have now is 2000 series which is a little over kill for my crappie,bluegill,redear and trout fishing. Any suggestions for the best bang for the buck?

thanks!

flymoron

You will get a ton replies to this question, think "Ford vs Chevy" conversations lol. So I'll go first, Daiwa Legalis 1000. You can spend more, but at 50 or 60 bucks, or there-abouts, you just cannot get a better bang for the buck reel.

Shimano Sienna 30$ range

Pflueger President 60$ range

Pflueger President AT 100$ range

So many really great reals out there nowadays for sure.

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I like the Pflueger's as well. Come in small sizes

You have alot of choices. A 1000 series reel with 4-6lb test will serve your needs quite nicely. Shimano, Daiwa, Pflueger, Okuma just to name a few all make great spinning reels. Your budget would help alot when offering advice.

Set your budget and then start looking at weight and number of bearings. I have lots of President reels, like 7 or 8 regular and just caught one of the up models, with10 bearings instead of 7, for the price of a regular and I was weak. I use a lot of the smallest ones, size 20, and have a couple of 25’s also. Both are very good. Shimano and Diawa also make good reels in the smaller sizes. I have a 10 bearing Diawa Regal 1000 that is working very well but isn’t tiny like the the President 20’s. All composite makes it light for its size. My biggest suggestion is to take your rod and strap the reel in question to it and see how it balances and feels overall. Hope you find what you’re after, there’s a lot to choose from. Also, get in the habit of loosening the drag when you’re done for the day and it will be smooth for many years to come.

Pflueger President is a great reel, but if you're looking to spend just a little LESS take a look at the Pflueger TRION. Great little reel from a good co. https://encrypted-tbn2.gstatic.com/s...QpFDg&usqp=CAc

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Originally Posted by gunwhatgun

You will get a ton replies to this question, think "Ford vs Chevy" conversations lol. So I'll go first, Daiwa Legalis 1000. You can spend more, but at 50 or 60 bucks, or there-abouts, you just cannot get a better bang for the buck reel.

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:hesaid I’m with gun 100% with this one. A really nice bang for the buck. I have also had good luck with the President 20 size Pflueger, but the Legalis is a better reel by far. A little more expensive, but worth it.
Bob

The Dawia Regal or Pflueger President are nice for the money. I would also recommend checking out the new Shimmano Sahara as well. You can get them for $65 out of Japan and there is a size 500. DIGITAKA! - Japan Fishing Tackle Store

thanks for the drag tip! and the info

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Originally Posted by skeetbum

Set your budget and then start looking at weight and number of bearings. I have lots of President reels, like 7 or 8 regular and just caught one of the up models, with10 bearings instead of 7, for the price of a regular and I was weak. I use a lot of the smallest ones, size 20, and have a couple of 25’s also. Both are very good. Shimano and Diawa also make good reels in the smaller sizes. I have a 10 bearing Diawa Regal 1000 that is working very well but isn’t tiny like the the President 20’s. All composite makes it light for its size. My biggest suggestion is to take your rod and strap the reel in question to it and see how it balances and feels overall. Hope you find what you’re after, there’s a lot to choose from. Also, get in the habit of loosening the drag when you’re done for the day and it will be smooth for many years to come.

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thanks for the drag tip! and the info

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Originally Posted by skeetbum

Set your budget and then start looking at weight and number of bearings. I have lots of President reels, like 7 or 8 regular and just caught one of the up models, with10 bearings instead of 7, for the price of a regular and I was weak. I use a lot of the smallest ones, size 20, and have a couple of 25’s also. Both are very good. Shimano and Diawa also make good reels in the smaller sizes. I have a 10 bearing Diawa Regal 1000 that is working very well but isn’t tiny like the the President 20’s. All composite makes it light for its size. My biggest suggestion is to take your rod and strap the reel in question to it and see how it balances and feels overall. Hope you find what you’re after, there’s a lot to choose from. Also, get in the habit of loosening the drag when you’re done for the day and it will be smooth for many years to come.

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Pflueger President, is a good one I bought a couple them and like them very smooth.
Best/joe

I have some Pflueger Presidents and Some Diawas also a few Lew's as well. Hard to pick a favorite they all do a great job

Surprised no one has mentioned the Daiwa SS 700.

Doesn't have all the "bells and whistles" of modern reels, but it will still be hauling in fish after most of the newer reels have been thrown in the trash.

Name me another reel that's over thirty years old and still on the market - unchanged.

Dang, I've just about talked myself into buying another one. LOL

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Surprised no one has mentioned the Daiwa SS 700.

Doesn't have all the "bells and whistles" of modern reels, but it will still be hauling in fish after most of the newer reels have been thrown in the trash.

Name me another reel that's over thirty years old and still on the market - unchanged.

Dang, I've just about talked myself into buying another one. LOL

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The only problem with the SS 700 is the short feet on the reel. It is too short to mount on my TSS UL. Do not have a TCB, so unsure if it will fit that. It's also a little heavy. Otherwise, it 's a great reel. Try it before you buy. If you can't, buy it from Amazon where you can send it back.



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I really like my Daiwa Regal reels. I do have others I like but those feel good in my hand and are super smooth and great drag.

Piscifun viper x been switching all my reels to the viper x and the carbon x (little more pricey), but really liking the viper fair price and smooth as butter

What Dave said. I have a Regal 1000 and it’s very smooth and a super drag. Landed a 3 1/2 foot long Gar with mine using two pound line a while back. Took a while and what fun it was.

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Piscifun viper x been switching all my reels to the viper x and the carbon x (little more pricey), but really liking the viper fair price and smooth as butter

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i hope you have good luck with the Piscifun reels, i have a few, one was a headache. it took 2 months before they agreed to finally replace a spool


chet

Really Chetc wonder what the deal was. I’ve never dealt with customer service that’s terrible. But all my reels luckily have been flawless and I have a few. Attachment 434267 Don’t mind the messy top

I love the President, Shimanos, and the Diawa reels. But, I really like the Lews laser lite. They come in size 50,75, and 100. Good little bang for your buck reel at $40. They are smooth and have held up great for me so far.

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Lew's wasp 75 . Academy sells these and a great reel .