would like to know how you guys feel about newell reels and if they still stack up with all the new reels out there have they standed the test of time.i have fished with neweell for years on the west coast and for me htere king they have some drag washer issues but the newer p line is on the money would love to know how you guys feel.
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A little correction, not a newer P series but a reintroduction of the orinigal P series. They have stood the test of time and are still very good reels, but the newer reels, like shimano trinidads are smoother and faster, and less nosier. Newells will be used, mine are over 30 years old and still do the job.
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Newell reels, specifically the 220 and 229 series are the reels I supply for my customers (charter boat). These reels are put to the test and for the most part they hold up well. Great reel for the money IMO
Personally, I like the way the Newell's feel on a rod. They are very light and less cumbersome than the new metal reels out there. Most of the new reels are overbuilt and overpriced for 20lb test.
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Personally, I like the way the Newell's feel on a rod. They are very light and less cumbersome than the new metal reels out there. Most of the new reels are overbuilt and overpriced for 20lb test.
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No better reel for the typical boat fishing we do in this area. Bass, bluefish, blackfish, C-Bass, whatever.
I'm partial to the 220 and carry four of them rigged and ready to go when we sail for tog. Nothing like just picking up another fully rigged rod when you break off togging. I can't re-rig a setup faster than that, for sure.
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I'm partial to the 220 and carry four of them rigged and ready to go when we sail for tog. Nothing like just picking up another fully rigged rod when you break off togging. I can't re-rig a setup faster than that, for sure.
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I like Newell reels, I actually only own the 220 (3 of 'em) but I have one problem. They don't make a smaller reel for fluke fishing or shallow water sea bass. They never broke into that market. Since I love my shallow water fishing, Newell really does not come into play practically all summer long.
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I have a 229, a 338, a 454 and I think a 546 which I'll use again if I ever make it out for tiles. The 229 I just got off ebay and haven't used yet, the 338 and the 454 I've had for many years, rebuilt the drags one time on each, they are good reels..
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I have 229, 235, 447, and 533-4.6. The 533 I use for grouper and ARS down here.
229 and 235 I used for bass etc. up north
The 447-5 was a gift and had to be rebuilt but I plan on using that for trolling for King Mackeral.
Great reels if your gonna have a rod and reel in your hand all day becuase of there weight.
I have other types of reels but this is just about Newells.
Funny thing don't go over to big down here but when you do walk on a boat with one it turns everyones head, especially when they see the pulling power.
LOL... you have to hear the way some of these crackers down here pronounce the name.
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229 and 235 I used for bass etc. up north
The 447-5 was a gift and had to be rebuilt but I plan on using that for trolling for King Mackeral.
Great reels if your gonna have a rod and reel in your hand all day becuase of there weight.
I have other types of reels but this is just about Newells.
Funny thing don't go over to big down here but when you do walk on a boat with one it turns everyones head, especially when they see the pulling power.
LOL... you have to hear the way some of these crackers down here pronounce the name.
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I have the 229p. It's a great all around reel and has held up for the 1yr I have had it. Opposed to most i like the look compared to the shiny reels.
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