Top 5 Jig Coils

Success in fishing depends largely on the correctness of the choice of equipment, roughly speaking, fishing rods. And one of the key elements of this fishing rod is a reel. On the modern market are hundreds of models and their prices are very different.

So what qualities should have the best reel, and is it possible to choose a model at an adequate price? There are several aspects to consider when choosing:

• Number of bearings. The more of them, the softer will be the course when winding without backlash and other inconveniences;
• The presence and location of the friction brake. The front is considered ideal, but there are exceptions;
• The class. Specifies the maximum trophy size available for pulling.

And the main aspect is coil type. There are two types: multiplex, professional coils, characterized by high quality and the same price, and friction. It is the friction spinning reels presented in this rating, as they are excellent for both professionals and beginners, and their prices do not shock buyers.

TOP - 5 best jig coils

5 Salmo Elite JIG & TWITCH 7 3000FD

The main feature of all Salmo products, both spinning reels and reels, is the use of a large variety of materials. Brass and aluminum in the drive mechanism, carboplast housing and rotor, titanium roller coating, graphite and aluminum spool. In addition, the Salmo Elite JIG & TWITCH 7 3000FD model uses 6 ball bearings and one roller bearing at once, which is reflected in the model name.

Considered the manufacturer and design features. In particular, a drop-shaped roller of a lekoukladyvatel, ensuring accurate winding of the fishing line and preventing the appearance of knots. The side of the spool received a beveled shape, which ensures the range and accuracy of the cast, which is especially important for heavy and medium jig. Simply put, the Salmo Elite JIG & TWITCH 7 3000FD is the best budget reel with characteristics that are not inferior to the tops of the rating. An excellent choice for both beginner and professional. With its drawbacks, which are completely leveled by an attractive cost.

4 Okuma CEYMAR XT CXT-30

The Taiwanese manufacturer Okuma is not enough stars from the sky and is not trying to compete with the "mastodons" of the market, but it produces good budget spinning reels. That price is the main advantage of the brand. The CEYMAR XT CXT-30 inertia-free model is one of the most expensive in the line, as its design uses 7 bearings at once, which ensures maximum smoothness and lack of backlash.

As for shortcomings, in specialized forums, owners often note the lack of reliable protection from contamination of internal parts, which is easily corrected by regular cleaning and lubrication. The positive characteristics include light weight, structural strength and interesting design. True, heavy jigs and large trophies should be left for more powerful models, and Okuma CEYMAR XT CXT-30 should be used for medium-sized fishing.

3 Ryobi Maturity 2000

The first thing you notice when looking at Ryobi Maturity is design. Smooth lines, a combination of gold and black, futuristic elements. All this makes the coil as attractive as possible, but the appearance in such products is not important. What about quality?

The Japanese company Ryobi is engaged in the production of power tools, and more recently has been developing the market for fishing gear. According to the manufacturer, they used all their best engineering developments in the inertialeless Maturity line. In particular, the unique composite material NCRM ensures a long service life and is very light at the same time.

Of the features, the construction itself can be distinguished: a beveled side of the spool, providing a casting distance, a V-shaped rotor, and a micro adjustment of the friction brake. Among the shortcomings, there is the absence of an additional spool in the kit, but if you believe the manufacturer, you don’t need it.

2 DAIWA Ninja 2500A

Another brand from the Land of the Rising Sun. The closest competitor dura-Ace, producing reels for spinning and other fishing equipment. In the Daiwa catalog there are both super-expensive products (the most expensive options cost over 100 thousand rubles), and low-end models. Inertialess DAIWA Ninja 2500A belongs to the average price segment, while the quality of the coil is not inferior to more expensive models. On board the Ninja 2500A, there are five bearings, and the hull is made of light but durable aluminum.

The design of the reel provides accurate laying of the fishing line, and the traction indicators allow you to use a heavy jig and catch the largest fish. On popular fishing portals, DAIWA Ninja 2500A receives exclusively positive reviews, and in most cases they praise the reel for the best price on the market and high quality workmanship.

1 SHIMANO Sahara 4000 FI

The first thing that comes to mind when choosing a coil - brand SHIMANO. A Japanese company that has long proven itself in the market as a manufacturer of the best reels for spinning and not only. SHIMANO products can not be called the most budget, but this is the rare case when the buyer pays not for the brand name, but for the quality of the product. In the inertialess SHIMANO Sahara 4000 FI model, 5 bearings are used to ensure its smooth running and lack of backlash, while modern composite materials make it durable and lightweight, which is especially important when heavy jigging and catching large fish.

The only drawback is the relatively high cost, but it is more than offset by the durability of the coil. Not the last role here is played by the brand itself. The company simply can not afford to produce low-quality product, as it values ​​the reputation. Moreover, in the modern market it has quite a few competitors producing coils in no way inferior to the most popular Japanese brand.

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