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Abu Garcia Cardinal 106 Freshwater Spinning Reel (5 Ball-Bearing, Gear Ratio 4.8:1, Capacity 12/250)
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| Price: | $29.95 & eligible for FREE Super Saver Shipping on orders over $25. Details |
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Product Description
Cardinal 100 Spinning Reel Outstanding Versatility, Dependability and Value, Five bearing drive with instant anti-reverse, Aluminum spool and spare composite spool, Die cast aluminum handle
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #43352 in Sports & Outdoors
- Brand: Abu Garcia
- Model: C106
Features
- Includes Cardinal 100 Spinning Freshwater Reel, and a spare graphite spool
Customer Reviews
Nice Reel at a Decent Price
I bought this reel sight unseen so didn't know what to expect for the price. When i received it I was quite impressed with the fit and finish and smooth action. Have fitted it to my son's fishing rod and he (5yo) has no problem using it. Quite good for the asking price!
Pleasantly Surprised
I've got plenty of cheap spinning reels, and decided to throw down some serious money on an expensive one, so I went shopping on Amazon. This reel came up, and I looked at the reviews, broke down, and ordered another "cheap" reel. One review said it was bigger than expected, and that sold me. I was looking for something bigger for macinaw and steelhead. Well, I loaded it up with 20lb test Spiderwire, mounted it on a medium weight older rod, and took it out on Flathead Lake. I was pleasantly surprised. It cast very nicely and was quite smooth. It's a simple reel, no bells or whistles. I nailed macs in the 5 to 10 lb. range, no problem. I'll find out what this reel's made of when I try it on Salmon River steelhead this fall. I'm a little suspicious of the drag knob. I'm not sure you can crank it down to a 20 or 30 lb. break. I'll find out. I figure that for the price, if it doesn't work out, I'm not out a lot of money. So far so good. I was a little disappointed to see that it is made in China, but isn't everything? I have nothing against the Chinese, I'm glad to see conditions improve for them. I only wish that an American company could turn these out. But, that's a subject bigger than this review. The 106 gets 4 stars for price, and effectiveness as tested thus far. If a 20 lb. steelhead destroys it, I'll let you know.
Catches fish
Great reel for the money, it performs as well as some I have costing a lot more. The only issue I have with it is It is really big for a freshwater reel. You need a bigger pole to balance this reel.
