Thursday, November 17, 2011

Abu Garcia 2012 Max Low Profile Bait-Casting Reel


Entry level bait-caster for amateur anglers is always a good approach for the tackle manufacturer. In 2007/2008, Abu introduce the Max series (Black [6.4:1,4+1 bearing system] , Silver [6.4:1,5+1 bearing system] and Pro [7.1:1,7+1 bearing system]) entry level low-profile reel which is a low-budgeted, Swedish engineering with acceptable performance reel that fits many angler's tight budget. Although Abu Max low-profile reels are made in China, it is smooth, nice to handle and it does it's job fairly well being a entry level reel. In 2012, Abu came out with its latest design second series low-profile Max reel which has a new exterior looks and nice designed handle that will likely to attract more amateur anglers to take a 2nd look on it. Surprisingly, having the same  gear system  and bearings compare to the first series, the price for the new series of Abu Max reel will be slightly more expensive than the first which is not a good news for amateur bait-casting anglers.