Product Review                  

Week of June 2, 2008

Abu Garcia Reels, Hi-tech lines

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Abu Garcia REVO Premier Baitcast Reel

The Ultimate In Low Profile Baitcast Reels

The REVO STX introduced a revolution in low profile baitcast reels. The REVO Premier continues the transformation for anglers’ reliance on quality equipment for the very best fishing experience. The Premier is the lightest aluminum low profile reel on the market and the precision construction and innovative design gives serious anglers features not found in any other reel package.

 

The fastest gear ratio in the category, rugged and durable alloy gears, High Performance Corrosion Resistant bearings, Carbon Matrix drag system, linear magnetic brakes, Infinity II spool design, Everslik coated pinion shaft and pawl…for smooth and durable performance.

 

So light and comfortable, this reel can be used all day whether casting or pitching. Primary Species: Freshwater Multi-species.

 

Features Include:

Line Cap: 140 yds 12 lb test mono

Gear Ratio: 6.4:1

Weight: 6.3 oz

Carbon Matrix Drag

Rugged/durable alloy gears

Aircraft grade aluminum spool

Infinity II design

Linear Mag brake

Right and left hand models

5 Stainless steel ball bearings

1 roller bearing

 

About  $259.95

 

800-228-4272  www.abugarcia.com/ abugarcia@purefishing.com

 

204-857-3467 Canada

info@ca.purefishing.com 

 

Abu Garcia REVO Inshore Baitcast reel

Built For Heavy Saltwater Action

The REVO Inshore low profile baitcaster was designed for the rigors of saltwater fishing. This is the only reel on the market with frame and sideplates built with X-Craftic alloy for corrosion resistance. High quality internal components are corrosion protected for a lifetime of use. For cleaning simply rinse with freshwater.

 

High performance corrosion resistant bearings, Carbon Matrix Drag, six-pin adjustable centrifugal brakes and Duragear brass gears are just part of REVOs saltwater solution for long casts and fish fighting strength. The REVO Inshore drag system offers the greatest power and widest range in its category.

 

Each reel is packaged with both a Power Handle and Extended Throw Handle giving you added cranking flexibility.

 

Features Include:

Line Cap: 175 yds 12 lb test mono

Right and left hand models

Power and Extended Throw Handles

Bearings: 6+1 AR (stainless steel HPCR)

Gear Ratio: 6.4:1

Weight: 8.68 oz (9.1 oz w/Power Handle)

Corrosion resistant X-Craftic alloy

Internal parts corrosion protected

Stainless steel crankshaft

Duragear brass gears

Carbon Matrix Drag

Infinity II design

 

About  $229.95

 

800-228-4272     www.abugarcia.com/

abugarcia@purefishing.com 

 

204-857-3467 Canada

info@ca.purefishing.com

 

Abu Garcia Pro Max Baitcast Reel

Vintage Abu Garcia names of yesterday, names that bring back visions of hefty limits of largemouth bass and walleye.  When a day of fishing meant predawn cross lake excursions, weary arms and sunburn necks, top water heart stopping excitement and the powerful Texas rig hook set, this Pro Max low profile baitcaster merits the name so linked to the best that fishing has to offer.

 

No corners cut on these reels. Swedish engineering, MagTrax brakes, Duragear brass gears, high speed retrieve, cam lock, anti-distortion spool, instant anti-reverse and the Abu Garcia name anglers trust.  The Pro Max is built tough with features demanded by professional anglers.

 

Features Include:

Line Cap: 160 yds 12 lb test mono

Bearings: 7+1

Gear Ratio: 6.2:1

Weight: 7.9 oz

Swedish engineered, MagTrax brake system

Stainless steel crankshaft

Duragear brass gears

Wiffle spool, cam lock

ADS spool, anti-distortion

 

About  $79.95

 

800-228-4272     www.abugarcia.com/

abugarcia@purefishing.com 

 

204-857-3467 Canada

info@ca.purefishing.com

 

Abu Garcia Silver Max Baitcast Reels

The vintage name - Silver Max brings back visions of great times on the water with hefty limits of bass and walleye.

 

Abu Garcia is re-introducing some Cardinal names of yesterday on baitcasters with tomorrow's technology. Topwater heart stopping excitement, and the powerful Texas rig hook set, the Silver Max low profile baitcaster merits the name so linked with the best that fishing has to offer.

 

No corners cut on these reels. Swedish engineering, MagTrax brakes, Duragear brass gears, 6.2:1 high speed retrieve, cam lock, ADS (anti-distortion) wiffle spool, instant anti-reverse, and the Abu Garcia name that anglers around the world trust to meet their fishing needs.

 

The Silver Max weighs in at 7.9 oz,  with 5+1 bearings, and has a line capacity of 160 yds of 12 lb test mono.

 

Features Include:

Line Cap: 160 yds 12 lb test mono

Bearings: 5+1

Gear Ratio: 6.2:1

Weight: 7.9 oz

Swedish engineered, MagTrax brake system

Stainless steel crankshaft

Duragear brass gears

Wiffle spool, cam lock

ADS spool, anti-distortion

Right and left hand models

 

About  $59.95

 

800-228-4272     www.abugarcia.com/

abugarcia@purefishing.com 

 

204-857-3467 Canada

info@ca.purefishing.com

 

 

Abu Garcia Black Max Baitcast Reels

This vaunted Swedish reel manufacturer is introducing a great reel featuring a price break fit for anyone’s pocket book. 

 

The Abu Garcia Black Max brings back visions of hefty limits of largemouth bass and walleye, but using tomorrow’s technology. There are no corners cut on these reels. Swedish engineering, MagTrax brakes, Duragear brass gears, 6.2:1 high speed retrieve, cam lock, ADS (anti-distortion) wiffle spool, instant anti-reverse, and the Abu Garcia name that anglers around the world trust to meet their fishing needs.

 

There is not a technique nor a bass, walleye, steelhead or other freshwater fighter this reel can’t handle.  The Black Max weighs in at 7.9 oz,  with 4+1 bearings, has a line capacity of 160 yds of 12 lb test mono.

 

Features Include:

Line Cap: 160 yds 12 lb test mono

Bearings: 4+1

Gear Ratio: 6.2:1

Weight: 7.9 oz

MagTrax brake system

Stainless steel crankshaft

Duragear brass gears

Wiffle spool, cam lock

ADS spool, anti-distortion

Right and left hand models

 

About  $49.95

 

800-228-4272     www.abugarcia.com/

abugarcia@purefishing.com 

 

204-857-3467 Canada

info@ca.purefishing.com

 

Abu Garcia 7000 Syncro Baitcast reel

The Ambassadeur Syncro Drag system is a lever drag built right into the handle. You never have to take your hand off of the handle to adjust the drag setting while fighting the fish of a lifetime.

 

To control a hard fighting fish and prevent line breakage, simply turn the handle backward 1/4 turn which will reduce the drag up to 75% of it's original setting......automatically! To reset it to it's original setting and stop that crashing run, just crank the handle forward again.  Fish in the boat!

 

The 7000i SYNCRO reel also features Abu Garcia’s outstanding Carbon Matrix drag system, has two shielded stainless steel bearings, corrosion resistant instant anti-reverse bearing, and a line out alarm. So Advanced, So Simple.  Applicable for freshwater or saltwater multi-species fishing.

 

Features Include:

Line Cap: 325 yds 17 lb test mono

Line retrieve: 22” per revolution

Bearings: 2+1

Gear Ratio: 4.1:1

Weighs 22.4 oz 

Syncro brake design

Carbon Matrix Drag

Anti-distortion support

 

About  $149.95

 

800-228-4272     www.abugarcia.com/

abugarcia@purefishing.com 

 

204-857-3467 Canada

info@ca.purefishing.com

 

Abu Garcia 7000 Syncro Baitcast reel w/line counter

Deep water trolling in fresh or saltwater requires sturdy downriggers, heavy trolling weights, plenty of skill and the right reel. The new Abu Garcia 7000 Syncro is right at home on the deck of the most experienced angler.

 

The Syncro trolling feature allows the angler to set multiple rigs one at a time with utmost precision and efficiency. Crank the handle back a quarter turn to set the lure at the desired depth, then crank the handle forward for trolling. The auto set is 30% of drag. With ADS (Anti Distortion Support) the big reel holds up to the heavy torque experienced during trolling.

 

The 7000 Syncro Line counter reel is calibrated with the most accurate line counter on the market. Applicable for freshwater or saltwater multi-species fishing.

 

Features Include:

Line Cap: 325 yds 17 lb test mono

Line retrieve: 22” per revolution

Bearings: 2+1

Gear Ratio: 4.1:1

Weighs 26.6 oz 

Syncro brake design

Carbon Matrix Drag

Anti-distortion support

Calibrated line counter feet/meters

 

About  $159.95

 

800-228-4272     www.abugarcia.com/

abugarcia@purefishing.com

 

204-857-3467 Canada

info@ca.purefishing.com

 

SpiderWire UltraCast Invisi-Braid

A translucent braided superline - only from SpiderWire

Invisi-Braid construction with Dyneema GSP fibers is a SpiderWire patented process for a superline that is nearly invisible underwater— a first for braided lines.

 

The unique combination of using the very best materials, unmatched construction techniques and a patented cold fusion process generates a higher tensile strength and greater strength per diameter line. It is also constructed with a higher pick count for unparalleled roundness and durability. This gives anglers longer and more accurate casts with a fishing line, and it has a longer life than other braids.

 

Amazingly thin, extremely sensitive for both freshwater and saltwater applications. SpiderWire UltraCast outcasts and outlasts any other braid and the superline is amazingly thin and sensitive. Now with Invisi-Braid it is the ultimate braid, letting you flip and pitch into mats of vegetation in the clearest of waters without fear of the fish detecting my line. The line is so smooth it performs without fail on spinning and baitcasting tackle.

 

For Freshwater and Saltwater Multi-species, Invisi-Braid comes in pound tests of 6, 8, 10, 15, 20, 30, 50, 65, 80, and Spool sizes of 125-yard fillers, 300-yard fillers, 1100-yard bulk (bulk in 10-80 only).

 

Features Include:

Lb Tests: 6, 8, 10, 15, 20, 30, 50, 65, 80

Spool sizes: 125-yard fillers, 300-yard fillers,

1100-yard bulk (bulk in 10-80 lb only)

Color: Translucent

Patented translucency

Patented cold fusion process

 

About  $19.99-$ 24.99 (125-yard filler)

 

866-447-8736     www.stren.com/

stren@purefishing.com

 

204-857-3467 Canada

info@ca.purefishing.com

 

Stren Microfuse Glacier Blue Fluorescent

The first superline with a fluorescent hi-vis Glow, ultra Low-vis underwater

Hundreds of braided Dyneema P.E. microfibers are thermally fused for a superline with unsurpassed strength, near zero stretch for extreme sensitivity, super smooth surface for increased casting distance. Highly manageable Stren Microfuse is ideal for spinning tackle when delicate presentations are required.

 

With patented fluorescent technology, the clear superline is nearly invisible under water but is UV activated to actually fluoresce in cloudy or sunny daylight. Great for night fishing, Microfuse exhibits a blue neon glow under a black light. It’s a line for both the freshwater angler and the inshore saltwater angler as well.

 

For Freshwater and Saltwater Multi-species, Microfuse Glacier Blue Fluorescent comes in pound tests of  2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 30, and Spool sizes of 125-yard spools (2 to 30 lb test) 300-yard spools (2 to 30 lb test) 1,100-yard spools (4 to 30 lb test)

 

Features Include:

Lb Tests: 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 30

Spool Sizes: 125-yard spools (2 to 30 lb test)

300-yard spools (2 to 30 lb test)

1,100-yard spools (4 to 30 lb test)

Color: Glacier Blue Fluorescent

First superline with fluorescent hi-viz glow

 

About  $18.99 (125 yd spool) to $129.99

(1100 yd bulk spool)

 

877-502-7743     www.spiderwire.com

spider@purefishing.com

 

204-857-3467  Canada

info@ca.purefishing.com


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