Thank you sir, I love your honest review. I'm a beginner for this kind of reel. If so, than this would be a great introductions reel combo for me. Again thank you kind sir. Subbed!
I have the Abu Garcia major league fishing combo, and I have a spot up with a 15 pound spider wire braid and I love it so far I have it set where I want it and I haven’t had it backlash one time
Always loved Abu Garcia. I have a Orra 7:1 w/ Vertios 2.0 (top water) , Orra 5:4 w/lighting rod Shock and a 6500c w/a cheap 8ft Walmart catfish rod. But for open face , Pfluger all the way
im looking to get a first baitcaster, had my eye on this one for a bit but haven't seen a review of the rod alone. How wiggly is it from a scale of 1-10? Had a Shimano combo from Walmart for my 2nd rod and it snapped on a dock flip
The rod is ok. Not to bad though. Not ideal for jigs or swimbaits but all around ok. But for around $100 you can get either a Revo Combo or the Jordan Lee combo that are much better setups. What are you fishing to catch? Cheers
@@greatamericansurvival Oh alright, thanks man. I'm mainly just fishing for the more 'popular' fish like bass, catfish, carp, etc. Thanks for the suggestions too, i don't have a super good idea on what i should look for in a baitcaster so that'll help. Cheers to you too
Quick question. When using braid what weight should I use for substitute for fluorocarbon? IE if the rod says 20lb fluorocarbon which braid (weight/diameter) should I use?
@@thecluelessoutdoorsman916 I usually use 30lb Trilene for top water on a 7:1 Abu Garcia. That line will float. That Berkley Crystal braid seem to break at mid cast after getting to cold. For Perch with light rig, I use 6-8lb braid . Fluorocarbon is great for crankbaits and divers. That line will sink It's on my 5:4 Abu Garcia
Would you recommend this or the Max X for a first baitcaster combo? The rods seem identical apart from the color, so I guess it comes down to the reel?
I like the MaxPro it’s just built better then the STX. The reel is very nice and super smooth . Short of the RevoX I think it’s one of the best combos Abu makes.
Yes. Actually got mine a couple weeks ago, very nice. I’ve been using a Lews Hack Attack also and that’s even smoother then the Xfinity. But on the Abu side I really like MacPro a lot another nice combo. What’s your favorite currently.
@@greatamericansurvival I currently use the Lews Classic pro… But I was looking to get another pole combo between a abu or lews.. I love the grip and cast buttons on the lews American hero camo I recently bought my son.
If I’m fishing from the bank more often I’ll go shorter 6’6. If you spend more time in a kayak, bass boat or Jon boat go 7’0. What parts of the country are you in? I’m in Georgia near Athens. Go Dawgs.. Hope it helps. Cheers
Just picked up this exact combo, been practicing in the front yard and my best cast distance is only about 20 yards. I'm a beginner and have nothing to compare it to. I can't seem to get it any further.
I got it figured out, added some weight but mostly I found a technique that works for me. I use the bottom of the rod as leverage and and whip the rod. Just gotta be careful not to lose my bait
You can but honestly there are other combos that are built for Salt Water fishing. This combo can be used just make sure to wash and rinse your reel after each trip and then oil it after it dries off.
Thank you sir, I love your honest review. I'm a beginner for this kind of reel. If so, than this would be a great introductions reel combo for me. Again thank you kind sir. Subbed!
I have the Abu Garcia major league fishing combo, and I have a spot up with a 15 pound spider wire braid and I love it so far I have it set where I want it and I haven’t had it backlash one time
Always loved Abu Garcia. I have a Orra 7:1 w/ Vertios 2.0 (top water) , Orra 5:4 w/lighting rod Shock and a 6500c w/a cheap 8ft Walmart catfish rod. But for open face , Pfluger all the way
i think that this is a really good combo if youre starting out on baitcasters and a backup reel for more experienced anglers
Happy Sunday...blessings and much love to you..
im looking to get a first baitcaster, had my eye on this one for a bit but haven't seen a review of the rod alone. How wiggly is it from a scale of 1-10? Had a Shimano combo from Walmart for my 2nd rod and it snapped on a dock flip
The rod is ok. Not to bad though. Not ideal for jigs or swimbaits but all around ok. But for around $100 you can get either a Revo Combo or the Jordan Lee combo that are much better setups. What are you fishing to catch?
Cheers
@@greatamericansurvival Oh alright, thanks man. I'm mainly just fishing for the more 'popular' fish like bass, catfish, carp, etc. Thanks for the suggestions too, i don't have a super good idea on what i should look for in a baitcaster so that'll help. Cheers to you too
Throw a jitterbug on that calm water lol. I usually 20 lb braid on top water for it floats and rips through lilly pads
Quick question. When using braid what weight should I use for substitute for fluorocarbon? IE if the rod says 20lb fluorocarbon which braid (weight/diameter) should I use?
@@thecluelessoutdoorsman916 I usually use 30lb Trilene for top water on a 7:1 Abu Garcia. That line will float. That Berkley Crystal braid seem to break at mid cast after getting to cold. For Perch with light rig, I use 6-8lb braid . Fluorocarbon is great for crankbaits and divers. That line will sink It's on my 5:4 Abu Garcia
Would you recommend this or the Max X for a first baitcaster combo? The rods seem identical apart from the color, so I guess it comes down to the reel?
Yes. It’s very easy to setup and allows you to use a wide variety of lure types.
Is this better than the ABU Garcia Max Z baitcaster and Got them both in spinning reels like them.
which one is better Max STX Baitcaster combo or the Abu Garcia® Max Pro Baitcast Combo?
I like the MaxPro it’s just built better then the STX. The reel is very nice and super smooth . Short of the RevoX I think it’s one of the best combos Abu makes.
@@greatamericansurvival thanks I'll buy max pro per your suggestion.
@@moonshine3657 No problem. Let us know how it works out for you.
Cheers
Have you tried the newer lews xfinity solid hi viz orange?? I can’t really find a review on it..
Yes. Actually got mine a couple weeks ago, very nice. I’ve been using a Lews Hack Attack also and that’s even smoother then the Xfinity. But on the Abu side I really like MacPro a lot another nice combo. What’s your favorite currently.
@@greatamericansurvival I currently use the Lews Classic pro… But I was looking to get another pole combo between a abu or lews.. I love the grip and cast buttons on the lews American hero camo I recently bought my son.
Looking to purchase this combo. I noticed it comes in 7’ and 6.6” which size does anyone recommend?
If I’m fishing from the bank more often I’ll go shorter 6’6. If you spend more time in a kayak, bass boat or Jon boat go 7’0. What parts of the country are you in? I’m in Georgia near Athens. Go Dawgs..
Hope it helps.
Cheers
Whatvos the button on top right ?
It allow you to cast/flip one handed easier. They have it on a few reels.
Just picked up this exact combo, been practicing in the front yard and my best cast distance is only about 20 yards. I'm a beginner and have nothing to compare it to. I can't seem to get it any further.
Omfg almost exactly the same I got this for my birthday and it was my first baitcaster and I had the same experience
It’s a fine mix between brakes and spool tension. What weight line and lure are you throwing?
I got it figured out, added some weight but mostly I found a technique that works for me. I use the bottom of the rod as leverage and and whip the rod. Just gotta be careful not to lose my bait
Practice makes perfect. Once you get bait casting you’ll want to move to fly fishing.
Add some weight or braid. Adjust that tensioner and you should be good to go.
Did you prefer this combo or the Max X combo more?
I like the Max Stx better. We just finished a video comparing the Max StX and Lew’s Xfinity combo. Should post later this week.
Mau beli set tackel sepasang itu gimana caranya ya?
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Can I use this for speckled trout & Redfish
You can but honestly there are other combos that are built for Salt Water fishing. This combo can be used just make sure to wash and rinse your reel after each trip and then oil it after it dries off.
@@greatamericansurvival Thanks
its a big stick fish
Oh my god...boat traffic....like...hows my hair?
Hye I'm from Malaysia 🇲🇾 come to Malaysia bro Malaysia have a "TOMAN FISH" nice video 🙏🙏🙏
Never been there. What do you do for a living. I fix car when you wreck them.
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