Lew'sTournament MP Speed Spool LFS Baitcast Fishing Reel, Aluminum Frame, Premium 10 Stainless Steel Ball Bearings

I had purchased a bait-caster reef from a competitor, the breaking system would only work if the tension and magnetic break were set a maximum. Called manufacturer's service depart and went through all the possibilities and was then told to return the reel Reel exchanged with Amazon and and another reel, same make and model, was sent. Same problem, breaking system only worked at maximum setting. Returned this to Amazon and ordered this LEW'S reel. Love this reel. I have a Abu Garcia REVO4 SX-SHSD (8.0:1) but after 1 year of light use, needs to be sent in for repair. LEW'S will be getting my future business.

Lew’s quality nothing but the best

I've owned both Abu Garcia and Lew's reels for several years, but the Lew's MP by far is my new favorite in the price range it is targeted at. I found it to be very comparable to my Tournament Pro models, which sell for $50-70 more. With the LFS style of design and features, it is better than a lot of the higher priced models from other manufacturers. The Multi-Setting Brake (MSB) is easy to tune based on technique and weight of the lure I'm throwing. Spool tension adjustments are consistent, and I like the audible click on hte tension knob. The reel, overall, is very smooth and comfortable to use. I'll be adding more to my arsenal.

It functions better than many reels that cost twice the price. This was the second one of the same model that I have ordered. There will be more.

My first Lew's reel. Compared to cheaper BPS stuff, it's fantastic! Very smooth, tight and well finished. The single pull knob to remove the palm side to adjust the magnets is a nice feature. I set it to the middle settings and threw a half OZ weight about 50-60 yards up the driveway on the second try. After 5 casts, I was laying the weight beside the same tree that far away. I'm sold.

I've only thrown this baitcaster for a day. I didn't really want to spend the money on expensive reels. I thought I'd just have a lot of cheap reels. I picked up another budget reel with great reviews at the same times as this one just to see if it was worth the price tag when quickly comparing them as well as compared to my other $60-80 reels. I am seriously blown away. This is by far my favorite reel and I'll be sending the budget reel back and biting the bullet and getting another of these Lew's Tournament MPs and probably a Pro when I can afford it.I never thought I'd be a guy who really cared how a reel felt in my hand, just how it performed, but this reel feels great. I love the matte finish as well as how smooth and quiet it is. It fits well in my medium sized hands. I feel spoiled now. It feels super durable and it is so easy to dial in and use quickly. I can launch this sucker, no problems. Don't hesitate if you can afford it. I can't speak to other Lew's products but I'm definitely a fan of this reel in comparison to the 5 or 6 I've tried in the 50-$200 range. I’ve already ordered a second one.Will update after some use.

Never bought a Lews before. Bought this reel to replace a lost $150 Quantum reel as I wanted to replicate its performance. In my first cast I was blown away ! Very Smooth and also has a good braking system. I do not miss my Quantum. Already bought a second one.

Smooth casting and great retrieve. Way better than my team Diawa.

I really love this reel. I got the 8:3:1 gear ratio and it’s perfect. Backlashes are minimum. If you’re brand new to casters you will get backlashes regardless of model and brand it’s a learning process for you new folks. Brakes are nice and smooth and the 20lb drag is mint. I run 30lb braid on a MH for anything over 3/8oz lures. 3/8oz and under I run 15-20lb braid and a Medium/fast. Keeps backlashes next to a bare minimum for me.

Was great at first, but downhill from there. 3 bearings failed including the anti reverse roller bearing. The numbers on the external brake dial wore off the first week of use. I contacted Lew’s twice, but they never responded.

I'm not very happy.Although the reel seems to be ok, it wasn't seated in the box like a new Lew's reel with the protective cardboard flap, and there is no paper/instructions.Looks like they sent me a demo or a return.This is supposed to be a gift. Now it will look like I'm giving a second hand gift.Not happy at all.