04-17-2013, 04:02 PM
I have one of the Abu Garcia "Silvermax" Combo's and it's one of the best combo's I've ever owned. The magnetic brake and tension make casting smooth and easy, I can even cast 20-30 feet directly into 10-15 mph winds and not even get a backlash with it. When retrieving a lure there is complete silence and it is ultra smooth. The rod is 6'6" medium action and I can feel even the tiniest strike on it.
This setup is main now and I use it for jigging, spinnerbaits, crankbaits, soft plastics and even topwater with no problems.
I like the Bass Pro Shop products also, but when it comes to a rod or reel I prefer to go with Abu Garcia when I can.
Ultimately it's up to you. Go to the store and handle each of them and see which feels best to you. That's probably the best idea for you before you decide. I'm sure they both are quality combo's and you won't go wrong with either you choose.
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This setup is main now and I use it for jigging, spinnerbaits, crankbaits, soft plastics and even topwater with no problems.
I like the Bass Pro Shop products also, but when it comes to a rod or reel I prefer to go with Abu Garcia when I can.
Ultimately it's up to you. Go to the store and handle each of them and see which feels best to you. That's probably the best idea for you before you decide. I'm sure they both are quality combo's and you won't go wrong with either you choose.
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