Abu Garcia Revo X Low Profile Baitcasting Fishing Reel

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The goal? To really put this fourth-generation Revo X baitcaster to the test and see what all the online fuss is about. I’m a Wildlife expert with a bachelor’s degree in applied sciences. I have been fishing since I was five years old. The Revo X has a gear ratio of 6:6:1, while the Revo X-HS has a ratio of 7:3:1. It should also be noted that “HS” means high speed. I have an extra rod that is 7’ mid heavy with 12 to 25 pound capacity would it work with the Revo X? Also, I want to mention the fact that the plastic frame may not last as long as the more expensive models. Of course, that goes without saying – plastic isn’t the most compatible material you can use for heavy fishing activities. The Carbon Fire rod is 7 ft., super lightweight and is very sensitive. In the past I had been using Abu Garcia Vengeance rods for my spinnerbait fishing. They are not overly sensitive. But they have treated me very well as spinnerbait rods. Not a single one of the 4 that I own has ever failed me in any way at all.

According to me, this is in no way a dealbreaker. I completely understand what this model was built for, and catching massive fish with heavy bait is not one of those things! If you are looking to enjoy some casual fishing with a new and improved reel, this one will be ideal for your needs. The grips are larger than many competing baitcasters and the reel handle is longer. For those not accustomed to longer handles it can take some getting used to, but once you have it this product is a joy to use.During the dialing in process, I noticed that the spool was extremely free-spinning. The bearings used were obviously decent quality for it to be this free-spinning on the casts. And to be honest, it was almost too free. So it took a bit more tweaking than I normally require to dial in a reel. For this review and to improve my expertise, I have enlisted the help of 16 members of the Abu Garcia Reels & Tournaments group and researched what their thoughts were on the REVO X model. I also asked them what ratio they prefer and why. For starters, the lightweight frame is much easier to handle for prolonged periods. And if you have spent a considerable time fishing, you must know the amount of patience and perseverance it usually takes before you feel even the first nibble. That being said, every once in a while, I felt like the spinning was “too free,” if I may say so. Since I have developed my own fishing style after doing it for years, I had to tweak it a little more than I did with previous reels while dialing it in.

Abu's Revo X low profile baitcasting reel, released as part of the 5th generation release of this best selling reel series.The Revo X low profile reel features a C6 Carbon frame and assymestrical body to optimize, weight, balance and ergonomics. Consistent brake pressure is delivered by the MagTrax™ brake system while the Carbon Matrix™ drag system provides 20 lbs of super smooth reliable drag performance It handles them very, very well. Since starting to use these reels, I have landed at least 3 big bass (over 4 lbs.) and the reels have handled all of them like a dream. Built to outlast and outperform the competition, the Abu Garcia Revo X LP Casting Reels deliver best-in-class power, precision, and casting performance. Sporting a new asymmetric design that allows for deeper spools and better palming, the Abu Garcia Revo X LP Casting Reels feature lightweight C6 carbon frames and 8-bearing systems that provide consistently smooth reeling. The Abu Garcia Revo X LP Casting Reels also boast the EXD concept design, which pushes the line guide forward to reduce extreme angles and maximize casting capabilities across the board. Easily adjustable thanks to their Mag Trax brake system, the Abu Garcia Revo X LP Casting Reels are suited to throw light finesse baits, heavy jigs, and everything in between. Finished with 90mm handles and oversized PVC knobs for confident cranking, the Abu Garcia Revo X LP Casting Reels offer proven performance at a competitive price. The drag type determines the variety of fish you can reel in, and the Abu Garcia Revo X uses a star drag mechanism. This is good as long as you’re catching fish less than forty pounds, but specimens heavier than this will cause the rod to curve and stretch. It has three gear ratios with 5:4:1 being slow, 6:6:1 being medium while 7:3:1 is high. Its recovery rate ranges from 22” to 30” and the mono capacity is well suited to moderate range casting.Measuring 7 inches in length, the rod features a stainless steel guide and seems very lightweight and compact, overall. Personally, I like that they did not come pre-spooled. That is something I prefer choosing and doing on my own, but you may feel otherwise. We caught 12 pikes with an average length of 76 cm (2,5 feet). Smallest was 55 cm (1 foot and 9 inches) and largest one was 92 cm (3 feet and 7 inches). Weapon of choice? The jerk bait!

Most beginner and intermediate anglers are not interested in purchasing a different baitcasting reel or rod for every method of fishing or species of fish. They are interested in finding an affordable, high-quality baitcaster reel that can work in as many fishing conditions and settings as possible. A reel that allows a beginner to learn the basics yet provides enough additional features for the intermediate and advanced anglers to take their catching to the next level. As someone who has used several dozen brands of fishing reels for several years, I can vouch for the different experience of using this new Revo X lineup of reels.So how good is the Abu Garcia Revo X? Experienced fishermen who have tried it stated that they were able to capture a dozen pike with a length of around 2.5 feet (76 cm). The smallest was about fifty five cm (one foot and nine inches) while the biggest was about ninety two centimeters (three feet and seven inches). The lure of choice was jerkbait.

What did we catch? In the three-weeks period (25 hours of fishing in total) that we used the Revo X we caught 12 pikes with an average length of 76 cm (2,5 feet). Pictures are included in this review. Abu Garcia Revo X Review Why should you trust me?If I had to comment on what I liked the most about it, I would talk about the larger grips and more extended reel handle. Personally, the longer handle works out better for my use case. That being said, I can imagine some users not enjoying the longer reel handles as much. Perfecting your grip on these might take some time, and there is definitely a learning curve to it. Flaws but no dealbreakers Few corners were cut in the design of this product. It is engineered in such a way where anglers can comfortably use it even in stronger wind conditions. However, you must choose your bait carefully, because fishermen who’ve tested it have stated that the reel started to strain when using heavier lures. A bit of plastic is also used in the frame, which is not that great, because this material doesn’t hold up as well when exposed to extreme environments. The Revo X uses a revised magnetic braking mechanism, which is a big deal because it aids in capturing snappier fish. Its proprietary MagTrax is optimized for multiple lures and sizes and anglers find it simple to adjust which allows them to calibrate their experience as needed. Visually, jerkbait is designed to look like smaller bait fish. It has two body types, which are soft and hard. Soft jerkbait is also known as flukes and will be comprised of plastic which is soft. Hard jerkbait is also made with plastic and resembles crankbait. Floating jerkbait is excellent for shallow water environments or areas which contain excess vegetation. Suspending jerkbait is good for frigid water temperatures as well as open aquatic environments. Sinking jerkbait is excellent for fishermen who plan on operating in deep structures or cover. Any angler who has battled a pike knows the draw of these strong fish. Above all else, they need strength for the battle. And that’s exactly what our baitcasting fishing reels have.