Reply by: ephemeral      Posted: 8/6/2012 8:53:35 PM     Points: 232    

I've been looking at that same reel as a replacement for the TD Tierra 2000 (on the downward slide after 2 seasons of heavy use) on my walleye rod. The problem I've had in the past quantum reels in the past is line (mono and fluorocarbon, I never used superlines on them) eating into the graphite surrounding the line roller. Once this happens, it chews the hell out of line, and replacing the rotor isn't much cheaper than replacing the entire reel. This has occurred with catalyst, kinetic, and older model energy reels. Until these reels get a full season of use and some reviews come up, I'd rather save the money.

 Reply by: flash21      Posted: 8/6/2012 10:53:47 PM     Points: 459    

uugh.!!! here we go again....never used a quantum,, but i can tell you that those shimano reels are pretty darn good, never had a prob with one.and ive had one that just wore out for about 15 yrs.

 Reply by: Shorecastn      Posted: 8/6/2012 11:02:03 PM     Points: 77    

I got one this year and am very impressed thus far.
Best reel I have ever had or used!

 Reply by: Little D      Posted: 8/6/2012 11:09:10 PM     Points: 738    

Should of got a Flueger! In my opinion they are one of the best reels for the money and are very smooth

 Reply by: stowe      Posted: 8/7/2012 6:28:19 AM     Points: 88    

I have pflugers and while they are great for the money and I recomend them to a lot of people something about the shape/feel never seems quite right to me with them on some rods.
The rotor on the smoke is suposed to be made out of some "long strand carbon fiber" I would think that would include the part next to the line roller but, who knows.
I agree that the better ($100 plus) shimanos are great. not disputing that. Just wanted to try something new.
Well I'll let you all know how it turns out.

 Reply by: IceFishingFool      Posted: 8/7/2012 7:19:16 AM     Points: 4357    

I have a Curado, and think its a little smother than the Quantum Smoke. Biggest reason I picked up the Curado is it was on sale for $89

 Reply by: PikeMartin      Posted: 8/7/2012 7:53:06 AM     Points: 549    

I have a smoke bait cast that is awesome! Spinning wise I'd recommend the Shimano stradic. Hefty price of 199 but you can pick one up on eBay for 170. This is by far the best spin cast I've ever used.

 Reply by: bescho4      Posted: 8/7/2012 8:41:51 AM     Points: 25    

my older brother has one and it is soo smooth!! one of the best spinning reels i have every messed with...

 Reply by: stowe      Posted: 8/7/2012 4:22:10 PM     Points: 88    

I have a stradic and agree that it is great. Like I said I decided to try something new. I'm glad to hear the people who have some hands on time with these seem to like them. Now I just have to wait for the thing to show up.

 Reply by: Greg is crankn      Posted: 8/7/2012 4:36:31 PM     Points: 0    

I would like to try another brand of reels nut im strapped for cash so I too only invest in phluger reels so for the $ just can't beat it just my 02.

 Reply by: mogul buster      Posted: 8/7/2012 6:20:26 PM     Points: 75    

I use pfluger spin reels.......but they dont make left retrieve baitcasters for some stupid reason......so if youre right handed and retrieve left like you should.......pfluger is out.

 Reply by: CACHEM ALL      Posted: 8/7/2012 10:09:59 PM     Points: 43    

I have used higher end Quantums i.e P.T. I'S for a while and have had some issues after a couple of years. Bought Shimano at the start of spring. Will not go back to Quantums!