Abu Garcia C3 Round Baitcast Reel

from grindios

I gave it a 3 on cast ability because it's more for trolling than casting. However, it is a SOLID reel. I use Abu Garcia for my catfish rigs (6500 c3 on 7' Ugly Stiks) and they winch up catfish of any size, so I figured I'd try this one for trolling. If you buy Abu Garcia you can't go wrong.

from SilverFox

I have 3 of them along with a 4600 C4 that I fish several times a week. The 2 oldest 5500's I have are 15 years old now. I replaced the first wormgear and pawl just a few minutes ago. From Catfish to Bass in SC to now Bass only in Tennessee, I have ZERO complaints. These REELS are the REAL deal. ...

from Captina2

The Abu Garcia 6500c3 meets all my expactations. I got it for a steal for $80 while it was on sale and got it shipped to my house for free thanks to home free from walmart.com. I use the 6500c3 primarly for bottom catfishing and so far the reel has performed well. It took a little time to get use...

from REDFISH57

THIS IS THE BEST REEL I HAVE EVER USED. I OWN A 4600C AND 2 5500Cs. I HVE TRIED SEVERAL OTHER REELS AND ALLWAYS COME BACK TO THESE. THE 5500C TOOK A 40lb REDFISH WITH EASE, I HAVE ALSO CAUGHT SHARK UP TO 6 FEET LONG. I USE 17lb BIG GAME AND HAVE NEVER BROKE OFF BECAUSE OF THE EXCELLENT DRAG SYSTE...

from Planokeith

I have had this particular type of reel for 20 plus years and not only is it a hoss of a reel for BIG GAME fish while using live bait, It is also one of the best casting reels I have ever used. It never lets me down. I can use it for both live bait for stripers and catfish and I can also hook a j...