Christmas Gift Guide | Reels
Fisherman's Warehouse presents the Reel Gift Guide for the Angler in Your Life
Who doesn’t love getting new rods and reels? It seems like we can never get enough, and they keep getting better and better. Here are five picks for rods and reels that are worthy of your gift giving purchase - for someone else or yourself.
Shimano Bantam MGL - $349.99
In the list of quality Shimano reels, this one gets overlooked sometimes. The Bantam MGL should be at the top of every serious bass angler’s holiday wish list for many reasons. It is beyond smooth, and the solid feel in your hands is unique.
It is built with a solid one-piece construction, which allows it to feel solid without any flex. Beyond that, it is an exceptionally smooth and excellent casting reel. It comes in both right and left-handed retrieves and three great gear ratios: 6.2:1, 7.1:1, and 8.1:1.
At $349.99, it is a higher-priced item for your wish list, but it is well worth it.
Abu Garcia REVO Rocket Low Profile Reel - $299.95
If you like to fish fast, this is your reel. It features a blazing-fast retrieve speed of 10.1:1, which is even quicker than the original REVO Rocket. Besides just the speed, it is a quality casting reel and looks sharp with the red finish.
The one downfall to this reel is also the speed in that it limits the presentations where it should be used, but when there is a need for speed, it shines. Topwaters and flipping and pitching are two techniques where a faster reel helps.
Daiwa Tatula Casting Reel - $159.99
You really can’t go wrong with anything from Daiwa that bears the Tatula name. Their rods and reels in all versions of this lineup are good quality and reasonably priced.
The Daiwa Tatula casting reel, at around $150, is a solid choice, and it is available in several different sizes and gear ratios. Plus, it has Daiwa’s T-Wing system that dramatically aids in casting distance.
Abu Garcia “IKE” Signature Series Delay Rods - $149.95
If you are not opposed to using a purple fishing rod, the “Ike” Series is an excellent rod at a price that is more than fair. They retail for under $150 and have quality components like a Fuji reel seat, stainless steel guides, and a unique look.
The baitcast rods are available in two different versions and several different models. The “Power” Series is meant for bottom-contact baits, and the “Delay” Series is intended for moving baits. The Delay rods have a blend of what they call “high strain glass,” and the action on them is excellent for crankbaits.
Shimano Exage Rods - $99.99
For under a hundred bucks, you can get a great rod from many different brands. But, the Shimano Exage is one of the best rods anywhere near that price point. They are lightweight, have great actions, and an outstanding value in this price range.
The Exage is available in plenty of different models of both baitcast and spinning rods, look great and are very sensitive. These rods are an excellent choice for both beginners and serious anglers.
These five picks for rods and reels are sure to satisfy any bass angler. They are all quality products that will help you put more fish in the boat.
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