07-23-09, 11:04 PM | #1 |
BassFishin.Com Member
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 92
|
New Reel, What do you think? (pic)
Ok... So I went up to Gander Mountain for a new reel. I was looking to spend 40-50$ on something decent. I've owned two reels on this one rod, the first one came with it as a combo, so it wasn't anything special. When that one broke, my friend have me an old one of his that was kinda decent. After a while this reel continued to get worse and worse until a few days ago I decided to get a new one. I looked around and found this Gander Mounatin Pro select 35 reel for 40$. It looked nice, felt solid, has 7 bearings, and it really smooth, and only 40$. I decided to go with this one. So far its been working really nice and I enjoy using it. Going from a reel that skips a whole bunch to a nice one like this really makes you appreciate it. Gear Ratio is 5.2:1.
So, what do you guys think? anyone own this reel before, and if so, how do you feel about it? |
07-24-09, 04:39 AM | #2 |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: IN
Posts: 8,308
|
I don't own onw but Ganders products always seem to perform pretty good. I have a couple of their rods and really like them. Hope you enjoy the new tackle.
|
07-24-09, 11:35 AM | #3 |
BassFishin.Com Super Veteran
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Dallas,TX (DFW)
Posts: 2,212
|
hey man,as long as it feels good to YOU then thats all that matters...looks like a solid spinning reel..after you pull in a couple of lbs on it you'll see how it holds up....i use two daiwa regal 2500' for my spinning outfits..you can pick those up new for 40 to 50 i believe..waaaay cheap if they're used (ebay)..one of them is going on 6 yr old and still is my main one....little oil and grease and they run like they're brand new.....only grip is the bail is really rough when you engage it....but i use my other hand to slap it shut before i begin my retrieve....no problems.
well congrats on the new reel,its always exciting getting new stuff......I just got paid today so i can finally feed the monkey tomorrow morning at BPS im not familar with gander mtn...im gonna go check them out...
__________________
[nelsoncustomrods.com] |
07-24-09, 11:40 AM | #4 |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Southwest IN
Posts: 5,630
|
Man...Gander Mountain is like Mecca to me. I try to make a pilgrimage there at least once a week.
__________________
Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing it is not fish they are after. |
07-24-09, 12:40 PM | #5 |
BassFishin.Com Super Veteran
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: Thomaston CT
Posts: 3,862
|
congrats on the new reel man the most important thing about it is you being happy with it ,as long as you are all else will follow
Jim
__________________
In memory of Zooker 1/11/73-7/2/2010. You will be sorely missed and never forgotten. |
07-24-09, 06:13 PM | #6 |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Southwest IN
Posts: 5,630
|
I'm with Waffle, man. I goofed around with that reel today at Gander myselff, and it seems to be decent quality. If you just keep that thing greased and oiled at least once a month or so, it should last a long time.
__________________
Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing it is not fish they are after. |
07-24-09, 07:37 PM | #7 | |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
|
Quote:
The Pro Select felt like a solid, quality product to me, Boyo. I'm sure you'll be happy with it
__________________
Bass fear me. Women pepperspray me..... |
|
07-24-09, 07:40 PM | #8 | |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
|
Quote:
__________________
Bass fear me. Women pepperspray me..... |
|
07-24-09, 10:23 PM | #9 |
BassFishin.Com Member
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 92
|
Cool, thanks guys.
Well its been good to me so far. And I love Gander Mountain, I dont even know where the closest BPS or Cabelas is, but Gander Mountain gets the job done! |
07-25-09, 04:28 PM | #10 | |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
|
Quote:
BB
__________________
As of June 14, 2014 the members of the BF.com forum have moved to basschat.yuku.com! |
|
07-25-09, 11:05 PM | #11 |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: Southwest IN
Posts: 5,630
|
Man...like I said, I love Gander Mountain...especially since they just got in the new Mojo Bass Flippin' Stick...I was like Smeagel holding the One Ring, I tell ya. It hurt to let it go back on the rack.
But I am totally jealous of you guys with BPS and Cabela's close by. We don't have either in Evansville, IN.
__________________
Many men go fishing all of their lives without knowing it is not fish they are after. |
07-26-09, 07:25 AM | #12 | |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
|
Quote:
Yep, that'd be the one. Drove by it on the way to the Tigers game yesterday, but didn't have alot of extra time to stop
__________________
Bass fear me. Women pepperspray me..... |
|
07-26-09, 07:26 AM | #13 | |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
|
Quote:
We wants it, precious....
__________________
Bass fear me. Women pepperspray me..... |
|
07-26-09, 11:44 AM | #14 | |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
|
Quote:
BB
__________________
As of June 14, 2014 the members of the BF.com forum have moved to basschat.yuku.com! |
|
07-26-09, 05:51 PM | #15 |
BassFishin.Com Member
Join Date: Oct 2008
Location: Lancaster, South Carolina
Posts: 96
|
nice reel just need to go fishin now- A tool is only what you make of it
__________________
The B.S. Stops When Tha Trollin Motor Drops |
07-26-09, 11:44 PM | #16 |
BassFishin.Com Member
Join Date: Jul 2009
Posts: 92
|
|
07-27-09, 07:51 PM | #17 |
BassFishin.Com Premier Elite
|
Sweet! Gotta give it up for Comerica!
__________________
Bass fear me. Women pepperspray me..... |
07-28-09, 11:33 AM | #18 | |
BassFishin.Com Super Veteran
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: Dallas,TX (DFW)
Posts: 2,212
|
Quote:
i like the stuff gander has online,ill probably do some ordering that way.....always good to have another place to watch for clearences and specials!!
__________________
[nelsoncustomrods.com] |
|
07-29-09, 04:18 PM | #19 |
BassFishin.Com Veteran Member
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Kenosha, WI
Posts: 567
|
I bought a Gander Mountain brand baitcaster combo that I love, it's with me every trip.
__________________
The charm of fishing is that it is the pursuit of what is elusive but attainable, a perpetual series of occasions for hope. - John Buchan |
07-29-09, 07:38 PM | #20 |
BassFishin.Com Super Veteran
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: aiken, SC
Posts: 2,051
|
heres my little thing with reel: yeah you get what you paid for, or at least with baitcaster, i love my revos.....
but i have caught tons of fish on a 40$ combo, a 20$ berkley bionix and some $20 mitchell spinnin reel and i have caught tons of fish on this and is the same rod that brought in a 9+ lber until the hook came out.... so if it feels good i bets it good
__________________
<>< Rather be Fishing ><> |
Disclosure / Disclaimer
Before acting on the content posted, you should know that BassFishin.Com may benefit financially and otherwise from content, advertising, links or otherwise from anything you click on, read, or look at on our website. Click here to read our Disclosure Policy and Disclaimer. |
Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests) | |
|
|