Having turned 70, and my eyes turning somewhere in the neighborhood of 183, I opted for the Bullet for my second rig this year. Old eyes just do not pick out the backlashes like they used to. When you get to 70, you realize your time on the water isn't gonna be forever, so anything I can do to stay fishing and not screwing around with the occasional backlash is for the best. I have to admit being somewhat of a tackle snob, it really rubbed me wrong when I stood in line in checkout to buy a spincast reel. I almost put it back and I'm glad I didn't. This not only bombs those long casts, ( I almost unspooled it twice) it even skips and pitches extremely well. For now, I am keeping the 10lb mono, but as soon as I can make sure I know how, I'll respool with 12lb flouro. Oh, and I should have led with this. Thanks for your service brother.
51 years old and all I like to use is spincaster closed face reels. The Zebco bullet is on my wish list. I use a 33 classic and a Shakespeare titanium. I have no issues what so ever. I can control my targets throws like an ace pitcher. The Bullet is the Mecca and I hope to get one soon. Thanks for the demo. To anyone watching. There is no shame in conventional reels. Fishing is fishing. I've used 5 dollar reels and had fun and success.
Try the zebco z03 omega pro, it's just as good as the bullet for only $80!! I love em and fish 4 days a week for hogs with mine, no issues ever! Put 12lb floro on them and you are set!
I have a bunch of Zebco 33's and an Omega Pro. Open face and baitcasters as well, but I love my Zebcos. So easy to use for ponds and streams. Appreciate your review, brother
That's a cool deal I believe I will try to get one. I have trouble using a bait caster and an opened face feel due to arthritis in my hands, this on would be easy where the bait caster needs thumb pressure to keep it for. Bird nesting. I use to be able to do it but it's hard now. Thanks, keep up the Good videos.
First and most importantly...thank you for sacrificing a significant period of your life to serve your country. We both wear the same wristband. Retired E7, US Army My 11 year old grandson got tired of my fishing stories and decided he wanted to tell a few of his own. I have several rigs set up for specific purposes, but none I would want him to try...knowing the impetuous nature of youth, his first backlash, and it's back to the Xbox. I went to Cabela's and inwardly grimaced at the thought of buying a spincast reel. At first I thought the salesman was blowing smoke up my tailpipe, trying to sell me a 100.00 spincast reel. He took me to the casting area and let me try a number of worms, crankbaits and jerkbaits. color me impressed. So impressed that I bought one for myself to slide onto an old 7' uglystick as a Roland Martin "follow-up" rig. I fished with Roland in 1977 and he taught me to keep a second rig with a Sinko ready. Chances are that missed fish is still in the vicinity for the next few seconds and offering a sinko will produce a strike 7 out of 10 times. As well, I've struggled to learn how to skip a worm or lure under stuff. Second attempt with the Bullet and bullseye. Oh and you are right on rod choice. I coupled that Bullet with a heavy 7' for my Bullet and it works extremely well. So yeah, it's worth every penny and if an old snob baitcast fisherman can swallow his pride and admit there is a spincast worth using, so can others.
My wife and I have several of these, and love them. The oldest are around 4 years old. Retired here, and go fishing several times/week. I like the long smooth casts, especially one-handed casting. Fast retrieve is great for buzz baits, rattle traps, etc. We run pro-braid on 1/2 of our and they handle braid fine. After many thousands of casts, they're still working nicely.
I LOVE spincast reels. I learned to use a baitcaster and then realized a baitcaster just can't hold a light to a good spincaster. I have a Pfluger, zebco and Abu Garcia Red one and about 15 more. Micro ones and regular ones. With a spincast you have the BEST of all worlds in one reel. You can throw a micro bait, drop shot and a heavy lure all on the same reel with the same line. 40 yard +++ cast are normal, skipping is an ease, going into the trees push the button for a dead stop. Never waste your money on a baitcaster. 25 years with NOTHING but baitcasters. Spend more time fishing and less time with wind knots and backlashes.
Just bought 1 yesterday after a few videos I saw. My last reel was/ is a 1988 Zebco 33 that I still own and used up until last week. I didn’t quit using it because it was old or no good but after trying the Bullet, my 33 is now Retired! I never knew that reels became so technical with 8+1 bearings in them or so buttery smooth!!!
Nice video, I have two Zebco 33, one from mid to late 1970s that still works like new and a later model from around 2013. I'm right-handed and cast right-handed and never could figure out way spinning reels have the handle on the left side but spin-cast, older ones, have the handle on the right side. So, I got the newer 33 and moved the handle to the left side. It makes all the difference in the world for casting and retrieving. I also use the old type casting rod with the offset handle are for the reel. That too makes a big difference in balance.
Bought this reel in June 2020. Covid had got me deciding to learn how to fish. Now I use a baitcasters and spinning reels. Oh yeah, my Zebco bullet is still my absolute favorite, at times longest casting, ZERO drama reel. Light or heavy rigs it just performs well all day and night. I actually just finished spooling some Nomad Pandora x8 30lb braid, slip float, 2oz slip sinker, barrel swivel, 30lb flouro leader and 4/0 circle hook. Doing some catfishing tomorrow. If you're trying to figure out if THE BULLET is worth buying like I was..... BUY IT. ITS AN ABSOLUTE GEM.
I have been fishing bullets for 2 years now and they are beasts!!!! I can burn with it, crank, jig, you name it. The only thing I can say negative about it is that it retrieves too fast for late winter ice out fishing when the fish are sluggish. I paired my one with a BP Johnny Morris 2.0 medium 6'6" rod and its my do all rig. I've caught Walleye, Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, and Channel Cat with this rig and it will work for them all. I have yet to have any technical issues with this reel and I'm still using the line from 2 years ago in it (switching to 10lb or 12lb Trilene XL soon). Yeah, a hundred bucks is stiff for a spincast but I suck with baitcaster and spinners so its a spincast or spend my time untangling birds nests. With that Johnny pole I can drop my bait where I want to regardless of weight and yes you can toss this sucker a mile with a 1/2 oz or more bait!!!! If I could I'd give it 6 stars!!!!
I have a bunch of spincast reels i just bought a zebco jeff gordon combo lol for $19 its so cool i don't know if i want to take it out of the package i think I'm going to get a bullet because of your review and it looks so cool
My 33 Classic just broke this week. It was about 30 years old.... Got a 33 Platinum to replace it. A lot of reel for $30. Going to try a Bullet or an Omega. For bass, hard to beat. I use a spinning rig for most other work, and level-wind reels for trolling and pitching, but fo rjust some fun on teh water a spincast is hard to beat.
I really enjoy my bullet. I do recommend rinsing off after salt water use The pickup pins will seize put a drop of oil on those as often as you use it but other than that it being a little heavy I really enjoy mine I still take it with me and enjoy it.
I have three sons (10, 7 and 3); push button reels is what they use; I have two Zebco 33s, two Shakespeare Crappie Fighters, I had two Abumatic SX reels (one of my sons ditched the combo off the boat) and I have one KastKing Brutus (this reel is a Beast); my ten year old has moved on to Spinning combos and is dabbling into Baitcast setups; only a matter of time before we will donate most of the spincast setups, but I’ll keep that KastKing.
Try a Zebco omega as well. Great reels . The omega doesn’t have as good a ratio like only 3-1 or something but it’s built the same way. Ball bearings and brass gears. The only negative find is not made in the US.
Just got one today as a 49th birthday present. I use spincaster reels because I’m legally blind and can’t see well enough to use a baitcaster. And I’ve been fishing all my life, so it’s not just for beginners, lol. Anyway, thanks for the review.
I'm a baitcaster guy but still love to use my zebco 33 sometimes. My wife caught her pb this year 7lb large mouth using a pink zebco 33 combo. Shes caught several and its holding up great
So true, I got a cheaper button reel for my little 7 year old brother and it was so easy to how him to learn and he got some nice fish with them. I actually use button reels every once and a while, you can catch some giants with them!
Bruh I used to have a ZEBCO ONE waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay back in the mid 70's !! I'm talkin bout 74, or 75 !! I had it on a Lew's speed stick pistol grip rod !! I even had 17 lb. Trilene Tensamatic on it !! I caught Bass, Sac-a-lait(Crappie), Brim, Goggle eye, Catfish, Choupique(Bowfin), Gar fish, Gasper Goo(Freshwater Drum), and what finally broke it was a 38 pound Buffalo Carp that I hooked on the tail end with a H & H spinnerbait !! I don't know how that 17 lb. Trilene didn't break, but I finally landed it(with help from my older brother). Hope your buddy has fun with this one !! Oh yeah I subbed !!
I’ve started teaching myself to fish just on RUclips this summer, I’ve caught tons, it’s a hard transition to go straight to baitcasters and on those chill days or to learn a new lure, the Omega z03 pro or Bullet are the way to go, id say bullet is best though, I caught a 25” pike on the z03 pro and now it grinds when I reel
Try the Zebco omega Z03pro reel as well, it's only $80 at bass pro and has 7 ball bearings and all metal gears. It is far more advanced then the 33's and I own 3 of them, I compare it to any of my bait casters (but the z03 omega never birds nests) unlike the typical bait caster. I have landed 30 lb carp....20lb channel cats....12lb steelhead trout......15lb lake trout with my Zebco omega z03 reels! The only difference with the bullet is higher price$100 and quicker retrieve. Honestly, I've only ever seen 4 bad reviews for those omega reels, simply incredible! The bullet and omega z03 are definitely a BIG LEAGUE REEL!!!
I bought this for my Girlfriends son, but even though I have been fishing for longer than I want to mention, it's still a great reel and I find myself using it more than I like to admit. It does actually reel in pretty quick (for spincaster, at 29" per crank)
I've been fishing with push button reels since I was a 2 and now my arsenal has push button, regular spinning, and baitcaster rigs. I've got a Zebco 33 that I've had since I was 8, I'm now 22, and it's still going strong. I've thrown everything from 1/16 ounce spoons for trout up to pitching 1/2 ounce jigs in the pads for bass. It's actually the reel I caught my pb largemouth with (5.5 pounds). I just got one of the new 33s with the faster gear ratio and have it on a 7' medium fast action. I think that a lot of the people who trash talk push button reels are people who have forgotten just how dependable they can be.
That is probably one of the biggest things, throwing lightweight baits....a new fisherman can be rattled by trying to throw light weight stuff on a baitcaster. instant birdnest lol
The bullet and zebco omega reels are a big league reel 100% built with 7 ball bearings and as good as any bait caster with zero backlash! I own 3 and catch fish in the 10-15 lb range often. No issues what so ever.
I have one. The retrieval rate is worth the price. You actually have to slow down with cranking in for the lure to act right. Not crank like crazy. One full crank reels in over 29'' of line.
These reels aren't for damn beginners, these are for pro anglers who hate bait casters due to birds nests etc.build like a tank! These ain't 33's people, come on!
I used my bullet for the first time today. I didn't catch any fish to review it completely, but it did reel in very quickly, probably as advertised. I don't see anything special about casting. Maybe if you dropped the line as it comes with 10 pound test. My only complaint is it's noisy for a new spin cast and it makes a slight pop while reeling.
Some things to consider for a review would be going over the specifications and how they compare to other similar reels. How much drag does it have? How much line capacity? How many bearings? What makes this $100 spincast superior to cheaper ones?
Well I thought about that but most people using a spincast dont seem to care about specs and specs are easy to find, most people want opinion :) but im sorry, i shouldve at least included the specs real quick
I just got into fishing so don’t judge this incredibly stupid question... does a baitcaster reel and spinning reel mount the same? Or do I have to get a special pole for a bc?
You will want to pair spinning reels with spinning rods. they will indeed be built different becuz the line travels through the guides differentlly. they will typically have large guides up to an 2 inches even A baitcaster rod will typically have very narrow guides
I suppose in a serious pinch, you could make it work but most rods are also designed to flex a certain direction. Thats why u see ppl snap their rods when they try to lip fish cuz they flex them too much in the wrong direction
These are the fastest return spincast reels. I have 11 zebcos and 7 or eight other spincast along with a dozen baicasters and spinning reels. This and the omega pro are the best spincasts you can buy hands down.
The problem with the more expensive zebcos is the you can't backreel with them. Four times the price of a regular zebco, and less features. The fact that you CAN backreel with them is the reason I use a spincast. It's nice i guess that the drag is so good, but i never use the drag, i freespool, always.
@@ShieldOutdoors Ok, what you do is set the drag as tight as it goes. Then you flip the bait click, ( that's what it's called on a zebco 33 and not the classic, as thatcreel has continuos anti reverse so you ha e to use the drag. ) You know you have it right when you pull out line from the reel and the handle spins. Because the drag is tight the line comes out freely when the fish runs and you pressure the fish with the root instead of the reel. This tires the fish faster also. When you have drag set all the way high you don't have to worry if it's set at the perfect setting, you don't have to adjust it mid fight, and your reel essentially becomes a winch. The editors at fishing facts magazine also endorse this method. It's old school for sure, but you never had so much fun until you try this.
Its a great reel for kayak/canoe fishing and bank fishing when you don't have a lot of clearance to cast. It cast long and accurate and is most important, durable lol
@@ShieldOutdoors they are supposed to be coming out with a bullet mg at 1/3 the weight. I like you was pursuing something easier for new fishermen to use. When a person is use to low profile light bait casters that you can wrap your hand around, hard to go back to Neanderthal times!🤪
I bought my wife a 50 dollar zebco. She had a 20 dollar combo that she bought before. I was spending more money keeping that cheap one spooled cause it would eat the line up just casting it. So a 100 dollar push button would be worth it.
@@ShieldOutdoors Ain't that the truth. I don't know how some people put videos out every day. I'm only releasing vids on Wednesdays. And getting the word out only social media is a whole thing too. Good luck, keep em coming!
These ain't your avg garbage spincast reels, these reels are for advanced angles 100% so is the zebco omega Z03 PRO!! As good as any bait caster I've owned, and built to last a lifetime for sure!
I always thought button reels were junk and for kids. I bought my kids a few and wow they take a beating and just keep working, and im talking a 5 year old beating the hell out of it, towing it spearing it and dragging it in mud. after having to cast them for my kids I learned to really enjoy how simple they are and I find myself grabbing them and putting down my 500 dollar combos. Especially when im tossing some weird baits. Lol.
That's because the spibcasts you used were the cheaper 33 or diawas etc. The bullet and zebco Z03 OMEGA PRO is a big league extremely advanced reel with 7 ball bearings and all metal gears, unlike all the other cheap crap out there. I have landed 30lb carp....15lb lake trout....12lb steelhead......10lb walleye.....6lb largemouth with my bullet and OMEGA x03 pro reels with zero issues! That's why they cost so damn much. Worth every penny, and you will NEVER BACKLASH!
Rip swim bait 🙏🙏🙏 and shoot I never liked push button reels bc they always failed for me but this reel doesn’t look that bad, never even heard of a $100 push button either gawddamn lmao 10/10 spoiling my first child with this reel and a St. Croix rod
3 is good to me. Push button though?...🤔🤷🏾♂️😁😆🤣😂🤣😂 I like it. Kool video bro. #BeezyFishing_216 #DredHeadFisherman_216 #KastKing #BlitzLures #GooganTakeOver #KeepThemLinesWetAndSetTheHook
Having turned 70, and my eyes turning somewhere in the neighborhood of 183, I opted for the Bullet for my second rig this year. Old eyes just do not pick out the backlashes like they used to. When you get to 70, you realize your time on the water isn't gonna be forever, so anything I can do to stay fishing and not screwing around with the occasional backlash is for the best.
I have to admit being somewhat of a tackle snob, it really rubbed me wrong when I stood in line in checkout to buy a spincast reel. I almost put it back and I'm glad I didn't. This not only bombs those long casts, ( I almost unspooled it twice) it even skips and pitches extremely well. For now, I am keeping the 10lb mono, but as soon as I can make sure I know how, I'll respool with 12lb flouro.
Oh, and I should have led with this. Thanks for your service brother.
51 years old and all I like to use is spincaster closed face reels.
The Zebco bullet is on my wish list. I use a 33 classic and a Shakespeare titanium.
I have no issues what so ever.
I can control my targets throws like an ace pitcher. The Bullet is the Mecca and I hope to get one soon.
Thanks for the demo.
To anyone watching. There is no shame in conventional reels. Fishing is fishing. I've used 5 dollar reels and had fun and success.
I have nothing about spincast, it is what it is! Good for you buddy!!
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@@ShieldOutdoors my problem is wanting a new bullet and affording one. Care to sell yours lol
Cheap?
Haha, take care.
LOL well i bought it for my buddy who is new to fishing, i think he really enjoys it
Try the zebco z03 omega pro, it's just as good as the bullet for only $80!! I love em and fish 4 days a week for hogs with mine, no issues ever! Put 12lb floro on them and you are set!
I have a bunch of Zebco 33's and an Omega Pro. Open face and baitcasters as well, but I love my Zebcos. So easy to use for ponds and streams. Appreciate your review, brother
Thanks! Trying to be an all around guy for everyones entertainment
honestly love spincast reels, i wish there was more options for high end ones.
Zebco makes a $200 combo especially for bass fishing lol
As for reels this is the top. Great reel. I own 16 or 17 spincasts. This and the omega are the best.
As the fishing industry grows i bet someone else comes out with a nice one!
Who make the Omega? I'll check it out
@@ShieldOutdoors Zebco Omega pro ZO3. Great reel.
That's a cool deal I believe I will try to get one. I have trouble using a bait caster and an opened face feel due to arthritis in my hands, this on would be easy where the bait caster needs thumb pressure to keep it for. Bird nesting. I use to be able to do it but it's hard now. Thanks, keep up the Good videos.
Never even thought about individuals with arthritis! I am so glad you enjoyed the video and shared this comment. Good luck to you friend
First and most importantly...thank you for sacrificing a significant period of your life to serve your country. We both wear the same wristband. Retired E7, US Army
My 11 year old grandson got tired of my fishing stories and decided he wanted to tell a few of his own. I have several rigs set up for specific purposes, but none I would want him to try...knowing the impetuous nature of youth, his first backlash, and it's back to the Xbox.
I went to Cabela's and inwardly grimaced at the thought of buying a spincast reel. At first I thought the salesman was blowing smoke up my tailpipe, trying to sell me a 100.00 spincast reel. He took me to the casting area and let me try a number of worms, crankbaits and jerkbaits.
color me impressed.
So impressed that I bought one for myself to slide onto an old 7' uglystick as a Roland Martin "follow-up" rig. I fished with Roland in 1977 and he taught me to keep a second rig with a Sinko ready. Chances are that missed fish is still in the vicinity for the next few seconds and offering a sinko will produce a strike 7 out of 10 times. As well, I've struggled to learn how to skip a worm or lure under stuff. Second attempt with the Bullet and bullseye. Oh and you are right on rod choice. I coupled that Bullet with a heavy 7' for my Bullet and it works extremely well.
So yeah, it's worth every penny and if an old snob baitcast fisherman can swallow his pride and admit there is a spincast worth using, so can others.
My wife and I have several of these, and love them. The oldest are around 4 years old. Retired here, and go fishing several times/week. I like the long smooth casts, especially one-handed casting. Fast retrieve is great for buzz baits, rattle traps, etc. We run pro-braid on 1/2 of our and they handle braid fine. After many thousands of casts, they're still working nicely.
Nice! Thanks for your input Dave! Glad to know braid will run ok in them too
@@ShieldOutdoors I’ve seen in another review that braid will eventually eat into the internal line guide pin and it is not recommended.
That intro music….nails on a chalkboard!!!
LOL im sorry :(
I use the Zebco Omega Pro z02 for crappie, Pro Z03 and Bullet for bass. My bullet and z03 had no problem pulling in 6-7 lb bass.
Oh heck yea! easily pulls em in
I LOVE spincast reels. I learned to use a baitcaster and then realized a baitcaster just can't hold a light to a good spincaster. I have a Pfluger, zebco and Abu Garcia Red one and about 15 more. Micro ones and regular ones. With a spincast you have the BEST of all worlds in one reel. You can throw a micro bait, drop shot and a heavy lure all on the same reel with the same line. 40 yard +++ cast are normal, skipping is an ease, going into the trees push the button for a dead stop. Never waste your money on a baitcaster. 25 years with NOTHING but baitcasters. Spend more time fishing and less time with wind knots and backlashes.
Its seriously so easy to use.. how can ppl be mad! lol
@@ShieldOutdoors Who care's if they are mad ,we love our spincast reels, they have some problems but so do the spiners and baitcasters !
Just bought 1 yesterday after a few videos I saw. My last reel was/ is a 1988 Zebco 33 that I still own and used up until last week. I didn’t quit using it because it was old or no good but after trying the Bullet, my 33 is now Retired! I never knew that reels became so technical with 8+1 bearings in them or so buttery smooth!!!
thanks for commenting!! New videos are live!! thanks!
Nice video, I have two Zebco 33, one from mid to late 1970s that still works like new and a later model from around 2013. I'm right-handed and cast right-handed and never could figure out way spinning reels have the handle on the left side but spin-cast, older ones, have the handle on the right side. So, I got the newer 33 and moved the handle to the left side. It makes all the difference in the world for casting and retrieving. I also use the old type casting rod with the offset handle are for the reel. That too makes a big difference in balance.
I have had the Bullet 4 years and I love it !
Just got back from a week long fishing trip for big smallmouth, and brook trout, happy to get back for some great content!
Ive never caught a brook trout! That would be pretty cooL!
Bought this reel in June 2020. Covid had got me deciding to learn how to fish. Now I use a baitcasters and spinning reels. Oh yeah, my Zebco bullet is still my absolute favorite, at times longest casting, ZERO drama reel. Light or heavy rigs it just performs well all day and night. I actually just finished spooling some Nomad Pandora x8 30lb braid, slip float, 2oz slip sinker, barrel swivel, 30lb flouro leader and 4/0 circle hook. Doing some catfishing tomorrow. If you're trying to figure out if THE BULLET is worth buying like I was..... BUY IT. ITS AN ABSOLUTE GEM.
haha! perfect example right here, happy customer !
I have been fishing bullets for 2 years now and they are beasts!!!! I can burn with it, crank, jig, you name it. The only thing I can say negative about it is that it retrieves too fast for late winter ice out fishing when the fish are sluggish. I paired my one with a BP Johnny Morris 2.0 medium 6'6" rod and its my do all rig. I've caught Walleye, Bass, Crappie, Bluegill, and Channel Cat with this rig and it will work for them all. I have yet to have any technical issues with this reel and I'm still using the line from 2 years ago in it (switching to 10lb or 12lb Trilene XL soon). Yeah, a hundred bucks is stiff for a spincast but I suck with baitcaster and spinners so its a spincast or spend my time untangling birds nests. With that Johnny pole I can drop my bait where I want to regardless of weight and yes you can toss this sucker a mile with a 1/2 oz or more bait!!!! If I could I'd give it 6 stars!!!!
They really are very versatile and with my sons growing up, this is MORE than enough to at least learn with!
What would be a better option, the Omega Pro or the Bullet?
I have a bunch of spincast reels i just bought a zebco jeff gordon combo lol for $19 its so cool i don't know if i want to take it out of the package i think I'm going to get a bullet because of your review and it looks so cool
That's awesome man would love to see after a while if it will get a groove where the line rides on the spool thanks man never new about this reel!
So far so good, i checked the line after i saw your comment and i do not see any rough spots, fingers crossed!
You would have to fish a ton with braid for that to happen.
@@stevelancaster6303 the cheaper ones get a groove even with mono after like 3 months
My Bullet has a groove in the spiner head , had my bullet 4 years now lots of casts ,.....spincast reels have there problems like all the others.
Have you tried the Profishiency Sniper Reel?
My 33 Classic just broke this week. It was about 30 years old....
Got a 33 Platinum to replace it. A lot of reel for $30.
Going to try a Bullet or an Omega. For bass, hard to beat. I use a spinning rig for most other work, and level-wind reels for trolling and pitching, but fo rjust some fun on teh water a spincast is hard to beat.
Sorry about your 33! But Zebco is still producing great stuff at great prices!
I never get tired of your videos lol
I never get tired of you Pickle Juice LOL
Shield Outdoors 🥰🥰🥰 do you have an update on the giveaway
@@dylanpardi7950 its posted!!!
Sounds like a keeper to help beginner. Thanks for the review!
Thanks Joyce, Thats the goal right? get people to love fishing!
I really enjoy my bullet. I do recommend rinsing off after salt water use The pickup pins will seize put a drop of oil on those as often as you use it but other than that it being a little heavy I really enjoy mine I still take it with me and enjoy it.
spincast definitely need more maintenance...mostly becuz they are typically cheaper builds. but you are right
I’m new to fishing. I’m going to purchase this reel. What do you recommend as far as rod length and M, or MH (I’m 6ft). Thanks brother!
I have three sons (10, 7 and 3); push button reels is what they use; I have two Zebco 33s, two Shakespeare Crappie Fighters, I had two Abumatic SX reels (one of my sons ditched the combo off the boat) and I have one KastKing Brutus (this reel is a Beast); my ten year old has moved on to Spinning combos and is dabbling into Baitcast setups; only a matter of time before we will donate most of the spincast setups, but I’ll keep that KastKing.
Anything that makes it easy for the kids and keeps them interested!!!
Try a Zebco omega as well. Great reels . The omega doesn’t have as good a ratio like only 3-1 or something but it’s built the same way. Ball bearings and brass gears. The only negative find is not made in the US.
I don't really like spinning reels. And I've never used a bait caster. I'm a simple Fisher. Idk maybe that'll change later
I dont blame ya at all, Im definitely not here to tell you what to like, just help you make the decisions :) fish on bro
Just got one today as a 49th birthday present. I use spincaster reels because I’m legally blind and can’t see well enough to use a baitcaster. And I’ve been fishing all my life, so it’s not just for beginners, lol. Anyway, thanks for the review.
See, this is exactly why i like these easy to use options! Good for you for still getting out there buddy
I'm a baitcaster guy but still love to use my zebco 33 sometimes. My wife caught her pb this year 7lb large mouth using a pink zebco 33 combo. Shes caught several and its holding up great
Absolutely, nothing wrong with the classics
So true, I got a cheaper button reel for my little 7 year old brother and it was so easy to how him to learn and he got some nice fish with them. I actually use button reels every once and a while, you can catch some giants with them!
Nice! gotta get the young ppl into the sport. Good on you for taking them out!
Bruh I used to have a ZEBCO ONE waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay back in the mid 70's !! I'm talkin bout 74, or 75 !! I had it on a Lew's speed stick pistol grip rod !! I even had 17 lb. Trilene Tensamatic on it !! I caught Bass, Sac-a-lait(Crappie), Brim, Goggle eye, Catfish, Choupique(Bowfin), Gar fish, Gasper Goo(Freshwater Drum), and what finally broke it was a 38 pound Buffalo Carp that I hooked on the tail end with a H & H spinnerbait !! I don't know how that 17 lb. Trilene didn't break, but I finally landed it(with help from my older brother). Hope your buddy has fun with this one !!
Oh yeah I subbed !!
LOLLL man so you have seen alot come and go! You have seen the best and probably the worst!
Oh They just released a new Bullet, MG, a bit lighter and some different material.
Oh snap! I'll have to check on that.
thanks for commenting!! New videos are live!! thanks!
I’ve started teaching myself to fish just on RUclips this summer, I’ve caught tons, it’s a hard transition to go straight to baitcasters and on those chill days or to learn a new lure, the Omega z03 pro or Bullet are the way to go, id say bullet is best though, I caught a 25” pike on the z03 pro and now it grinds when I reel
Nice bro! Ive actually never caught a pike!!
Drag is the key to catching big stuff. Take your reel apart and see if you stripped out your gear or if it is just loose.
Try the Zebco omega Z03pro reel as well, it's only $80 at bass pro and has 7 ball bearings and all metal gears. It is far more advanced then the 33's and I own 3 of them, I compare it to any of my bait casters (but the z03 omega never birds nests) unlike the typical bait caster. I have landed 30 lb carp....20lb channel cats....12lb steelhead trout......15lb lake trout with my Zebco omega z03 reels! The only difference with the bullet is higher price$100 and quicker retrieve. Honestly, I've only ever seen 4 bad reviews for those omega reels, simply incredible! The bullet and omega z03 are definitely a BIG LEAGUE REEL!!!
My dad recently gave up on baitcasters and i dont blame him! He bought 2 bullets!
Bullets and omega reels are definitely "BIG LEAGUE QUALITY REELS"
Whats the best line for it; brands and pound test?
@@LupeGonzalez-d8s seaguar red label fluorocarbon 10lb and don't over spool it. I've landed big walleye and steelhead trout with it!
Im debating between the bullet and the 33 platinum.
I should do a comparison of these next year fo sho
@@ShieldOutdoors I bought the bullet loved it. And saw the 33 platinum for cheap. So now i have both. Caught 5 lb catfish on both. Good reels.
I have this reel. It nice except it's not all metal. The button is plastic and has broke 2 times. I found it to work best on 6'6"
my button is like a rubber material, seems legit, maybe they upgraded it
I want one and I have over30 bait casters mostly curados& diawasthat cost over 300 for some
Oh wow! thanks for commenting!! New videos are live!! thanks!
What do you think about Zebco 33 I’m 64 and just want something I can have fun with but not a lot of money
That is a classic and will definitely get ou some fish. especially just for simple leisure.
i think that real speed is like 27” per revelation, its fast for a spin cast
I bought this for my
Girlfriends son, but even though I have been fishing for longer than I want to mention, it's still a great reel and I find myself using it more than I like to admit. It does actually reel in pretty quick (for spincaster, at 29" per crank)
What is the max size mono you can use on this reel?
oh yikes, not sure about that.
I still use my ancient Zebco 33 push button reel. It's my 3rd rod combo, & it works great.
Heather you are an amazing person and I like ya even more now LOL Some ppl are straight up scared to admit it! LOL
Big believer in "If it works, don't try & fix it" 😁😆
You are also very smart Heather! LOL sometimes "simple" is BEST
I've been fishing with push button reels since I was a 2 and now my arsenal has push button, regular spinning, and baitcaster rigs. I've got a Zebco 33 that I've had since I was 8, I'm now 22, and it's still going strong. I've thrown everything from 1/16 ounce spoons for trout up to pitching 1/2 ounce jigs in the pads for bass. It's actually the reel I caught my pb largemouth with (5.5 pounds).
I just got one of the new 33s with the faster gear ratio and have it on a 7' medium fast action.
I think that a lot of the people who trash talk push button reels are people who have forgotten just how dependable they can be.
That is probably one of the biggest things, throwing lightweight baits....a new fisherman can be rattled by trying to throw light weight stuff on a baitcaster. instant birdnest lol
The bullet and zebco omega reels are a big league reel 100% built with 7 ball bearings and as good as any bait caster with zero backlash! I own 3 and catch fish in the 10-15 lb range often. No issues what so ever.
I grew up using the Zebco 33, they are cheap and easy to use.
hard to argue with the tried and true OGs
Oh I've got to get this fir my daughter u got her the lews speed spool it's a great little push button combo
Oh nice! Yeah its just so simple yet sturdy!
That thing looks HUGE. How is the line twist?
Its about the same as a spinning reel.
I have one. The retrieval rate is worth the price. You actually have to slow down with cranking in for the lure to act right. Not crank like crazy. One full crank reels in over 29'' of line.
True that, crazy retrieve speed! thanks for commenting!! New videos are live!! thanks!
Love ur vids bro keep on going
Aye the giveaway is up!!!
How do do now u won the giveaway?
I will post a Video on AUG 30th and will film myself using the random comment picker!!!
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This looks like a good back up real to have on the boat, especially if you bring along a beginner fisherman or a fisherwoman even children.
100% agree! I even thought about on a super windy day when the baitcaster is birdnesting every cast lol
These reels aren't for damn beginners, these are for pro anglers who hate bait casters due to birds nests etc.build like a tank! These ain't 33's people, come on!
I love spincast reels there nic and easy too use and there not always for kids
Exactly! Thanks man! i appreciate the comment!
Would definitely be a good higher end push button for someone to get into fishing with.
Right! Thats my thinking! brand new guy, wants something to be dependable but easy.... this fits the bill
I’ve seen the bullet before, I didn’t know what to make of it. Also I want to see more Rush tackle boxes to see if they stay solid!
Same! They already charged me for the next month so it better come soon LOL
I used my bullet for the first time today. I didn't catch any fish to review it completely, but it did reel in very quickly, probably as advertised. I don't see anything special about casting. Maybe if you dropped the line as it comes with 10 pound test. My only complaint is it's noisy for a new spin cast and it makes a slight pop while reeling.
Great for dead stick fishing !
been fishin for over 50 years was three time master angler ,i often used closed faced reels they cast far and fast
Aint nuthin wrong with using somehting that works right!?
Some things to consider for a review would be going over the specifications and how they compare to other similar reels. How much drag does it have? How much line capacity? How many bearings? What makes this $100 spincast superior to cheaper ones?
Well I thought about that but most people using a spincast dont seem to care about specs and specs are easy to find, most people want opinion :) but im sorry, i shouldve at least included the specs real quick
I just got into fishing so don’t judge this incredibly stupid question... does a baitcaster reel and spinning reel mount the same? Or do I have to get a special pole for a bc?
You will want to pair spinning reels with spinning rods. they will indeed be built different becuz the line travels through the guides differentlly. they will typically have large guides up to an 2 inches even
A baitcaster rod will typically have very narrow guides
Shield Outdoors thanks for the reply! I figured they were universal mounts. Glad I didn’t order the wrong reel. Subbed
I suppose in a serious pinch, you could make it work but most rods are also designed to flex a certain direction. Thats why u see ppl snap their rods when they try to lip fish cuz they flex them too much in the wrong direction
These are the fastest return spincast reels. I have 11 zebcos and 7 or eight other spincast along with a dozen baicasters and spinning reels. This and the omega pro are the best spincasts you can buy hands down.
OH nice! I didnt know that ! Thanks for that buddy!
HAHA, I’m early this time😂 have a great day dude
LOLLL I like how even my other subs like your comments too ! LOL
@Jimmy Thiago wat
It's zebco ragin Cajun line it's awesome line
Oh nice! Thanks for the info man!!
The problem with the more expensive zebcos is the you can't backreel with them. Four times the price of a regular zebco, and less features. The fact that you CAN backreel with them is the reason I use a spincast. It's nice i guess that the drag is so good, but i never use the drag, i freespool, always.
What is backreeling do?
@@ShieldOutdoors Ok, what you do is set the drag as tight as it goes. Then you flip the bait click, ( that's what it's called on a zebco 33 and not the classic, as thatcreel has continuos anti reverse so you ha e to use the drag. ) You know you have it right when you pull out line from the reel and the handle spins. Because the drag is tight the line comes out freely when the fish runs and you pressure the fish with the root instead of the reel. This tires the fish faster also. When you have drag set all the way high you don't have to worry if it's set at the perfect setting, you don't have to adjust it mid fight, and your reel essentially becomes a winch. The editors at fishing facts magazine also endorse this method. It's old school for sure, but you never had so much fun until you try this.
Its a great reel for kayak/canoe fishing and bank fishing when you don't have a lot of clearance to cast. It cast long and accurate and is most important, durable lol
yep, exactly! or if you dont have both hands free
Where were you fishin?
On my little 10 acre lake, north of Indianapolis Indiana
@@ShieldOutdoors I live about a half hour north of Indy.. Is it public?
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What it do shield outdoors? 🔥 review I need one of them just in case a friend wants to join me and really dont know how to fish.
Thanks man! Appreciate the comment! Good luck with your buddy!
Had it out for the first time seems pretty sweet to me
My dad went out and bought 2... I use 13 Fishing baitcasters now but he loves these Zebcos and I dont blame him one bit
Nice reel. Haven't used a close face in 20 years
Alot of ppl dont anymore, but this was fun to try... needless to say, i'll prob stick to baitcasters tho
I bought this for my son. It’s on the same rod he loves it.
Nice! Glad he likes it!!
Dropped it once, it bent something inside and stopped spinning smoothly.
Lmao we used the rhino too, nice review sir , totally agree
Thanks! Rhino reels were like lambos to us back in the day LOLLL
Except it’s like an anvil on your rod!
well this is true, but for some people, they have to sacrifice weight for ease of use
@@ShieldOutdoors they are supposed to be coming out with a bullet mg at 1/3 the weight. I like you was pursuing something easier for new fishermen to use. When a person is use to low profile light bait casters that you can wrap your hand around, hard to go back to Neanderthal times!🤪
Interesting, I didn’t realize zebco made such expensive reels. Looks very smooth and simple tho
Right?? When I saw it i was like BRO this is all you! LOL
Great vid
Lol my high school nickname was B-rad so when i saw C-rad i was like wait... lol
Lol that’s great
Bought a combo it was amazing
right! I seriously thought it was a great product
I bought my wife a 50 dollar zebco. She had a 20 dollar combo that she bought before. I was spending more money keeping that cheap one spooled cause it would eat the line up just casting it. So a 100 dollar push button would be worth it.
Yikes! Hope you find a better solution! That can be frustrating!
That reel looks really nice
It is! Visually it looks pretty cool
I vote two 3 month subs. Love you calling out LTB.
Giveaway is posted and we are having at least 2 winners! I hate LTB LOLLL
JUST BOUGHT ONE….like it..
Enjoy! My buddy still has this one
You should throw some amazon affiliate links in the description so I can buy the cool stuff you got bro!
BROOO I really need to tho, I am just so busy. Running a RUclips channel is a FULL time job
@@ShieldOutdoors Ain't that the truth. I don't know how some people put videos out every day. I'm only releasing vids on Wednesdays. And getting the word out only social media is a whole thing too. Good luck, keep em coming!
I barely keep up with the other social media now, it didnt seem to do me anything
I would keep a reel like that as a backup.
Castingfromthehip sold me on these I have 4 because of his video he has one to show how to clean them
Its mono cajun line.
I hink i learned that a few weeks after making this vid. thank you!
I cannot remember last time I've used a push button.
LOL same! It was ... interesting. It was so smooth i was actually surprised!
These ain't your avg garbage spincast reels, these reels are for advanced angles 100% so is the zebco omega Z03 PRO!! As good as any bait caster I've owned, and built to last a lifetime for sure!
I always thought button reels were junk and for kids. I bought my kids a few and wow they take a beating and just keep working, and im talking a 5 year old beating the hell out of it, towing it spearing it and dragging it in mud. after having to cast them for my kids I learned to really enjoy how simple they are and I find myself grabbing them and putting down my 500 dollar combos. Especially when im tossing some weird baits. Lol.
right! Its so easy to cast, especially from a kayak or small boat that i cant stand in
If I went fishing with one of those my friend would let me hear the end of it.😂
LOL I get it man, its almost a right of passage to move up to baitcasters but in all honesty, who cares?
My girl LOVES the PUSH BUTTON!
Whatever will make them fish and leave us alone LOL JK!!!! but they really are great for less experienced ppl
@@ShieldOutdoors My dad still uses his old push button! Won't change. Lol
Spinning reels are the best reels bro
That is my opinion bro
ya know, until i started drop shotting, i rarely used spinning, but i have used my REVROS like crazyyyy this year!
Hey! Just getting into fishing and watching your subscription box reviews. Hoping for the giveaway!
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I have a $30 zebco 33 tactical which hasa20% more faster reel in time. I catch bass just the same as other ppl using there expensive baitcaster 😂
You know what man, thats all that matters, catchin fish
Nah I rather spend the 100 dollars on a shimano slx or a good spinning reel. Always had bad luck with push button as I always break them
An slx is much more than 100
I totally get it, everyone has a preference so i cant knock ya for that
Thats true
That's because the spibcasts you used were the cheaper 33 or diawas etc. The bullet and zebco Z03 OMEGA PRO is a big league extremely advanced reel with 7 ball bearings and all metal gears, unlike all the other cheap crap out there. I have landed 30lb carp....15lb lake trout....12lb steelhead......10lb walleye.....6lb largemouth with my bullet and OMEGA x03 pro reels with zero issues! That's why they cost so damn much. Worth every penny, and you will NEVER BACKLASH!
10 lb mono Cajun red
Interestingggg. thanks for the comment!
Yeah, change out that shit line with some seaguar red label floro 12lb and you are set!
No kiddin! I think my biddy did change after i gave it to him
Rip swim bait 🙏🙏🙏 and shoot I never liked push button reels bc they always failed for me but this reel doesn’t look that bad, never even heard of a $100 push button either gawddamn lmao 10/10 spoiling my first child with this reel and a St. Croix rod
loll Gotta spoil the first born LOL btw we had a funeral service for the swimbait, hes in a better place
Shield Outdoors aw man I wish I was there for that 😭😭 but you’re right he’s in a better place now and his legacy will never be forgotten 🙏😭
In a better place....snagged against a log LOL
Shield Outdoors hehehehe 😂
3:45 🤣🤣
You like that bro LOL
Shield Outdoors Lmao of course keep up the content and laughs
always appreciate the comments lol
About 70 bucks today 2022
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Not a bad push button.
right?? not too shabby
It would be a good catfish reel
I think it could definitely hold up to it
3 is good to me. Push button though?...🤔🤷🏾♂️😁😆🤣😂🤣😂 I like it. Kool video bro. #BeezyFishing_216 #DredHeadFisherman_216 #KastKing #BlitzLures #GooganTakeOver #KeepThemLinesWetAndSetTheHook
LOL hey, i'll put it this way.... its cool, but its not in my rod locker of the boat LOL
String hahahaha