2017 BUYER’S GUIDE
$150–$250
1. Lew’s Tournament LITe G Speed Spool SLP Series LH
Cool features: Carbon and aluminum are part of the recipe that produced
this feathery beauty – just 5.7 ounces. It’s also corrosion resistant for lasting
durability.
Price: $179.99
overall weight: 5.7 ounces
Ball bearings: 11
Retrieve speeds: 6.8:1/7.5:1
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LH/8:1
2. Lew’s Custom Speed Spool SLP Series
Cool features: A dial line-type indicator, flip-down hook keeper, carbon
fiber handle and Winn Grips knobs are nice touches.
Price: $179.99
overall weight: 6.6 ounces
Ball bearings: 10
Retrieve speeds: 6.8:1/7.5:1/8.3:1
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LH/8:1
3. Abu Garcia Revo ALX Low Profile
Cool features: It’s very similar to the elite MGX but with a high-strength
aluminum frame and a lower price point.
Price: $249.95
overall weight: 5.47 ounces
Ball bearings: 9
Retrieve speeds: 6.4:1/8:1
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4. Quantum Smoke hD PT
Cool features: HD is right. This reel
holds 180 yards of 12-pound-test line,
with an aluminum spool and frame to
provide strength. It’s built
for heavy baits and hard duty.
Price: $199.95
overall weight: 6.9 ounces
Ball bearings: 7
Retrieve speeds: 5.3:1/6.6:1/7.3:1
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In addition to all the brand-new reel series released by the major manufacturers,
several companies have expanded previously existing lines to offer more options for
lefties. Here are four to consider:
• Lew’s SuperDuty Speed Spool Series – 8:1 retrieve ratio
• Lew’s Tournament MB Speed Spool LFS Series – 5.6:1 retrieve ratio
• Lew’s Speed Spool LFS Series – 7.5:1 retrieve ratio
• Quantum Icon PT – 6.3:1 and 7:1 retrieve ratio
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