Abu Garcia Revo

[Randy Walker]

for those who may be using these reels, I was wondering just how much of a performance difference there is between the Revo S, SX and STX. They all seem to have much of the same components, with the minor differences that they may have, is one really that much better than the other? Also, how is the warrenty on them, has anybody had issues with the new Revo series?

thanks much for any input ~

Walker

[DeltaDan]

Honestly- I can not tell "that much" of a difference from the SX and the STX ..... I do have #10 mono on hte SX and it cast small cranks like a dream !!

The other STX's I have have #20, #14 Floro and #30 braid -- but they are 7:1 ratio except the one on my Jig rod.


The tremendous drag, brakes, smoothness, open low profile, ect.. really are da snizzle !

Never played with the S ....... But try the SX for $50 less than the STX and you will indeed have your moneys worth.


Alot of reviews that I have read on the Revo's in very high favor with personal test and comparisons to other reels can be found here in scrolling through the pages ~~> http://www.tackletour.net/T3Forum/viewforum.php?f=5

[BMX Bassin]

I have all 3. They are all good. The S pulled in my PB this year of 9.5 plus several other biggins. The SX is a little smoother and has a magnetic cast dial and a couple more bearings. The STX feels pretty close to the SX. They have a new model out (the premier)that is the same performance as the STX but its the lightest baitcaster on the market. These are one of the better lines out there. And not too much $$$. Or at least they are worth their price.

[bassrippin365]

some of my buddies say that the revo is a awesome reel.Alot of my friends are switching over to the revo as compared to the $200 dollar curado.I think I'll do the same.I never understood why shimano took something that wasn't broke and tryed to fix it.I miss the ole green curado's.

[BassManDan]

Agreed, why revamp the curado, it was a good mid-weight reel, smooth (enough) and a bass workhorse, problems were an easy fix. Well, its "progress"...

BassManDan

[justin lucas]

You will not be disappointed with the $149.99 Revo SX. For that price, I honestly believe that it is the best reel on the market. Try it for yourself though. I have turned several of my friends onto them and they absolutely love them! Best of luck!

[Rick G]

Garcia passed Shimano this year in US Baitcasting reel sales because of the REVO. Great product and very hard to keep in stock. Skeet should tell them he wants a raise. Rick G.

[Buck Jr]

I have the Revo S and my friend has the SX, we use them for stripers. My friend and I have taken numerous stripers in the 5 to 15 lb. range with them and have had zero problems! I personally don't see much difference in performance between the S and SX.

Buck

[kopper_bass]

I have been using all 3, all year long, and have nothing but great cudos for the reels.

The SX and STX are slightly smoother, but the increase from the S is just a small amount and if you havent been using a really good quality (read expensive) reel from Diawa or Quantum, then the S will be a huge increase for you!

I found too that the SX is super smooth for throwing those small crankbaits. i can whip them pretty far without trouble.

The only crazy drawback i have found is that the SX & STX are so dang smooth, that i sometimes have trouble controlling them from backlashing, even with the magnetic side adjuster.

For an all-around easy to use and throw reel, i prefer the SX. I have 5 on my rods as my go-to reel.

I then prefer the SX for specialty uses like throwing small crankbaits and sensitivity baits like my jig rod.

Lastly, i use the STX for those fast retrieve needs like the frog rod, or the flipping stick for super smooth entry.

Hope this helps,

Kopper_Bass

[Lugnut]

I have an SX with 15lb. Big Game on my Buzzbait rod. Very nice reel and seems to be holding up well. Super smooth, and very fast .

[tunaman]

They have a new model out (the premier)that is the same performance as the STX but its the lightest baitcaster on the market.

Not quite... they're the "lightest one piece aluminum reel on the market", not the lightest baitcaster. That honor belongs to the Daiwa Steez, which weighs 8/10 of an ounce less (5.5 oz.).

May have to check them out, though, as they seem to be gaining popularity and are proving to be worthy, based on field tests.

Roger

[basstamer]

I too was wondering about them....I sold off all my Pfluegers and was planning on going back to them when my bidget allows but these Revo's look pretty nice for ABOUT the same price. How about decent smooth spinning reels from Abu-reels for like for darters,dropshotting,etc. Thanks and Tight Lines-
Scott

[bassenvy]

been using two SX's one 7.1:1 and the other 6.4:1 both are great for people that have tendonitis. I believe they sit lower than anything on the market (don't quote me). One thing to note is neither reel handles 20lb flouro well. The 7.1:1 makes a great jig reel it can both keep up with runs to the boat as well as pull 'em out of heavy cover.

[Cody Meyer]

I have only used the STX, but it is by far the best reel I have ever used