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Hey guys, just looking for some input. I fish exclusively with spinning reels but thought i might try out a baitcaster just for fun. What is a good entry reel? i want something that will be a good beginner reel but not a cheap piece of crap either.

Shimano Citica=Bulletproof

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+1 - Shimano Citica

where can you get that one? le baron?

I'll echo the Shimano Citica....it gives you an idea what you are dealing with and wont be frustrated by a less quality reel....that's what my buddy at work bought for his first....he is still getting used to using a BC but it certainly isn't the reels fault....

Give Shaun a call at Bennett's Bait and Tackle....he has em for sure....at least he did last time I was in.

RJ

Me too I picked a Citica at the Carp Show and it is a really nice reel.

Check out the classified ads on this site, not sure what is available now but I grabbed a couple of used, but well maintained, curados last year for $50 a piece. One of the benefits about buying off ads from sites like this is that the people take fishing seriously so the equipment is good quality and usually taken care of.

I have them at Paddletales. Spooling and a quick lesson on setup and casting are included.

Ed

I wouldn't consider the Citica is an entry level reel for most people at $150. I would try out an Abu Garci Silver Max ($70), these are the biggest bang for the buck out there right now in my opinion. Lebarons and I believe Ed sell them. Check it out.

Nigel Touhey

Well lads...........I've got an Ambassadeur 4600C going on 30yrs old. It's still solid as a rock and I'll put it up aginst anything anybody's got.

DS

....that's what my buddy at work bought for his first....he is still getting used to using a BC but it certainly isn't the reels fault....

......thanks...RJ

I do like my Citica very much even though at times I refer to it as my BIG DISASTER...LOL

MACK