8.Okuma Avenger ABF Graphite Bait Feeder Reel – Best Spinning Reels for Medium Size Fish
The Okuma Avenger “ABF” bait feeder spinning reel reflects precision and refinement that comes as a result of a decade of research and development.
It is an amazing combo of live line bait feeding system, light weight, medium sized and tournament grade spinning reel. This precision crafted reel is simple, ultra smooth and light weighted. The machined spools are fitted with fine-textured oil-soaked felt washers.
It is designed with 6 sealed ball bearings, for smooth and easy fishing operation.It has an easy-to-reach lever located right behind the handle that disengages the spool and makes the line runs more freely.
It has a rear drag courtesy of the adjustable free spool tension. One of the best things regarding the quality of this product is that it comes along with a multi-disc drag system and an oil-felt drag system.
This provides consistent drag pressure and helps to carry out successful drags under heavy catch.
The reel is designed in a way that a fish picks up the bait without noticing any drag. This help to give more successful catch even if you are not a professional.
Setting the hook is easy; you flip down the bait feeder lever to allow it engage the drag, and the front drag takes over the other actions.
Pros:
- Corrosion resistant graphite body
- Patented On/Off auto trip bait feeding system
- Multi-disk, Japanese-oiled felt drag washers
- Precision machine cut brass pinion gear
- Rigid, die-cast aluminum handle design
- Patented S-Curve Oscillation System
- Corrosion resistant, stainless steel bail wire
- RESII: Computer balanced rotor equalizing system
Cons:
- The plastic joint that holds the reel handle. It is weak and has a tendency to break when fighting with big fish. The plastic part engages a metal toothed part, and obviously, the metal ends up destroying the plastic teeth, which makes the handle useless after the short time.
- Also,the bait runner alarm eventually stopped working on the reel after a long time that the fit guard facing the spool is too shallow
- The reel squeaks and somewhat “grinds” thereby making some noises. However, this can be overcome by doing some lubrication.
- The line wouldn’t fill onto spool from edge-to-edge, and the internal shaft is not adjusted for full travel. Spare spool had mold marks that would catch line on edges (180 degrees) apart.
- A little oversize of the bail, cause it to occasionally hit the knuckles upon retrieve. Other is that turning the bait feeder on is not consistent. Sometimes the bait feeder doesn’t engage.
Jane says
Way cool! Some extremely valid points! I appreciate you
penning this post and the rest of the site is also very good.
Andy Cullen says
thank you! we are going to make it better and better!
Leona Dailey says
Keep working ,impressive job!
Andy Cullen says
thank you for your support!
Jona says
I couldn’t resist commenting. Very well written!
Andy Cullen says
thanks! we will keep going!
Janis says
Im deeply agree! Penn Spinfisher V is the best!!! This reel performs very well and it worth every penny spent on it. Additionally, the brand that made this reel is known for producing unique high quality fishing tools. Penn products are associated with reliability.
78Kiera says
Why there is not reels from Shimano ? It got tough quality too!
Andy Cullen says
Since we are considering the quality and price (Shimano got a ridiculously price), so Shimano is not included. However, we will try to get a review on it soon!
Vitamin says
Daiwa got many great fishing reels which are under 100! Such as the 2017 Daiwa BG Spinning Reels, I think you should include it in your list!
Andy Cullen says
Hi Vitamin,
Thank you for your suggestion! The Daiwa BG Spinning Reels is great, we will review it soon!
Jona says
Can you recommend me some fly fishing reels? I prefer fly fishing reel rather than spinning reel and Baitcasting reel!
Andy Cullen says
In fly fishing reels, the Piscine Aluminum Fly Fishing Reel is a great option The backing capacity of this reel is 20 lbs. The strong aluminum helps to ensure that the reel holds up when you are pushing the limits.
Also, there are two different colors, and you can choose to purchase just the spool.
You can also order either the AOKA version or the Grey Fly version. The AOKA is a ⅞ reel while the Grey is a ⅚. Both options also come with a drawstring bag to protect your reel. The most important thing is, this fly fishing reel is extremely reliable, and rarely being damaged.
If you are looking for a second option, the Fiblink Fly Fishing Reel with Large Arbor is another great choice.