Just picked one up today at the local tackle shop for $159 but I think it’s the gen 2 cuz the grips ad reel look different. I chose the 7 foot model over the 7’2 model cuz it was 20$ cheaper and didn’t really need a 7’2. Great review.
i already had one but i wanted to look at a review. It works really well for me. It is very light and so smooth. Definitely recommend. Threw on some 10lb line and started catching fish like that.
I’ve had one for a few weeks now and it has became my go to reel. Longs casts with awesome backlash resistance. And hey, as of right now Bass Pro Shops is selling the reel for reg 69.97 and Black Friday %20 off makes it $55! So probably the best deal going. Just ordered another. Cheers!
I’m saving up for one of these! Rly excited. The same thing with the eyelet casing thing happened with my lews xfinity spinning rod on the first eyelet. Didn’t really make much of a difference in performance but was just annoying.
I’m debating on whether this or the abu Garcia black max. But I think I’m going to go with the lews it’s on sale at dicks for 99$ I used a bait caster a few years ago but I think I had a cheap one I could never get it to work. I’m gonna give this one a shot. Any recommended line? I like to use power pro braid would that be ok?
i’d go with the lews! and as a matter of fact i use power pro 30lb braid for all my baitcasters and never have problems, i don’t even use mono backing which is what’s recommended and i’ve never had any issues
Blake Fischer I think I’ve had mine for 2 years?? Something like that lol my only real complaint is the brakes on the left side, you have no real reference as to which way is off and on lol. That’s caused me some nasty backlash in the past BUT I just re spooled her w some 20lb braid and taking her out tomorrow! Fingers crossed I land a toad lol
Maybe you already know and fixed it. Or maybe you don’t have the rod any more😂. But the top eye that popped out, can be easily fixed by changing all the little metal part for just a couple of bucks in your local fishing store😉
they probably have some sort of decent customer service going to where they’d be willing to either fix it or send a new one out or at least something. i’d look online for an email you could reach the company at!
you know man i really don’t know enough about saltwater fishing to give you a definitive answer, but my guess would be if you make sure to clean it right (it’s made of both plastic and metal parts) then you would be fine!
Just picked mine up on sale for $159 at my local DICK’S paid a total of around $175 can’t wait to try it hopefully I catch some Hogs on this. Also I might also get the Mach Smash since it’s a bit cheaper to try it out.
For anyone who wants this the combo is on sail for $100 at dicks u just have to pick it up at the store so for $100 u get the reel and rod. Ur welcome👍🏿
Jared Ross casting action is great! I can get far and accurate casts with most lures, but of course just like most baitcasters it does best with heavies lures
Look on Dicks website for this combo. It’s listed twice one is listed for 99.97 screen shot it and bring it in to the store. Got my Mach 2 for $100. Same things for the Mach 2 spinning combo.
You gotta look at it like I do, even if you paid too much for it fishing is what I do to enjoy life. Are you gonna get $250 worth of happiness out of it? I did the first day so everything else on top of that is gravy 😉
I’m definitely going to pick this up
Just picked one up today at the local tackle shop for $159 but I think it’s the gen 2 cuz the grips ad reel look different. I chose the 7 foot model over the 7’2 model cuz it was 20$ cheaper and didn’t really need a 7’2. Great review.
I have the Mach 2 slp an I put it on a Mach im7 worm rod I wanted the combo but it was slim pickings during quarantine but I love it
i already had one but i wanted to look at a review. It works really well for me. It is very light and so smooth. Definitely recommend.
Threw on some 10lb line and started catching fish like that.
A lot of my friends have had lews rods that snapped within a few weeks of purchasing them. Just picked up this combo hope i don’t have the same issue
Grant that sucks! i’ve never really heard of that before, i’ve had no issues like that with mine
I’ve had a lot of Lews products. I’ve never had an issue. How’s the Mach 2 working out for you?
I’ve had one for a few weeks now and it has became my go to reel. Longs casts with awesome backlash resistance. And hey, as of right now Bass Pro Shops is selling the reel for reg 69.97 and Black Friday %20 off makes it $55! So probably the best deal going. Just ordered another. Cheers!
Waylon Levins That’s a great deal for the reel! It really is an awesome setup, glad you like it!
Great review bro! Happy to see an unbiased review, definitely wanna pick this up when I have enough money. Keep up the good work!
Thank you i’m glad to hear it! Still one of my main setups to this day and going strong after a year plus of use!
I’m saving up for one of these! Rly excited. The same thing with the eyelet casing thing happened with my lews xfinity spinning rod on the first eyelet. Didn’t really make much of a difference in performance but was just annoying.
I’m debating on whether this or the abu Garcia black max. But I think I’m going to go with the lews it’s on sale at dicks for 99$ I used a bait caster a few years ago but I think I had a cheap one I could never get it to work. I’m gonna give this one a shot. Any recommended line? I like to use power pro braid would that be ok?
get the mach 2
i’d go with the lews! and as a matter of fact i use power pro 30lb braid for all my baitcasters and never have problems, i don’t even use mono backing which is what’s recommended and i’ve never had any issues
The Mach 2 is $200 dollars, I have one it’s an excellent rod
Great video dude ,I just bought that combo today,very happy with my purchase
Awesome i’m glad to hear that! Still use mine to this day, awesome setup
I love mine! little tricky to get dialed in, but once you do.. even with braid, it's the longest casting baiscaster ive ever used.
Awesome i’m glad to hear it! I still have mine going strong to this day got 30lb braid and it casts beautifully
Blake Fischer I think I’ve had mine for 2 years?? Something like that lol my only real complaint is the brakes on the left side, you have no real reference as to which way is off and on lol. That’s caused me some nasty backlash in the past BUT I just re spooled her w some 20lb braid and taking her out tomorrow! Fingers crossed I land a toad lol
She Flys absolutely good stuff! and good luck out there let us know how it goes!
Blake Fischer will do!
Just got mine for Christmas and going go fishing and see how mine runs
Hope you like it my friend enjoy!
Bro just picked one up can’t wait to give it a try
Maybe you already know and fixed it. Or maybe you don’t have the rod any more😂. But the top eye that popped out, can be easily fixed by changing all the little metal part for just a couple of bucks in your local fishing store😉
Where are y’all finding all these bigger bass at? My area must suck. Biggest I’ve got is a 1 pounder. 😂
What type of line did you put on it? Are you fishing top water or crank baits?
hey man idk if ur gonna see this but i wanna buy this rod can u tell me what line u use? Im bouta buy the rod pls man.
Get some purple stren monofilament it is as strong as 20 pound braid and casts awesome get 14LB
My Mach 2 combo also came without the first ilet liner
RJ Irvin man that’s unfortunate and probably an issue they fixed in later model. mine has been gone for awhile now since i was never able to fix it
Blake Fischer what do you think I should do about it
they probably have some sort of decent customer service going to where they’d be willing to either fix it or send a new one out or at least something. i’d look online for an email you could reach the company at!
I have the mach 1 mach2 and the mach crush super combos
Would this combo hold up for inshore saltwater fishing?
you know man i really don’t know enough about saltwater fishing to give you a definitive answer, but my guess would be if you make sure to clean it right (it’s made of both plastic and metal parts) then you would be fine!
I wouldn’t tty salt water
Just picked mine up on sale for $159 at my local DICK’S paid a total of around $175 can’t wait to try it hopefully I catch some Hogs on this. Also I might also get the Mach Smash since it’s a bit cheaper to try it out.
I’ve heard of the Smash too, i’m sure it’s a good rod i’m a fan of Lew’s in general! And that’s a great price, bit cheaper than when i got it haha
Can I use this for salmon
Just got it for my bday!!! Let’s go get that first cast in
How is it?? I hope it works good my friend happy late birthday!
Blake Fischer thank you so much! It’s a beauty! And it’s a great caster!
For anyone who wants this the combo is on sail for $100 at dicks u just have to pick it up at the store so for $100 u get the reel and rod. Ur welcome👍🏿
How is the cast ability on this??
Jared Ross casting action is great! I can get far and accurate casts with most lures, but of course just like most baitcasters it does best with heavies lures
Hey man nice video. Can I put 30 lb Googan Squad braid on here?
does this setup have anything to do with the googan squad? it looks like there stuff
nah it doesn’t man
I have one
Spooling mine up with 30lb Fireline Braid.. :)
Good stuff that’s what i like to hear!
Look on Dicks website for this combo. It’s listed twice one is listed for 99.97 screen shot it and bring it in to the store. Got my Mach 2 for $100. Same things for the Mach 2 spinning combo.
Just picked me up one today for a 130
Great Review Man! im gonna order this today.
Thank you i appreciate it! Let me know how you like it man!
dude i paid 250 at bass pro
damn man i’m sorry to hear that! they really taxed on that purchase i’d say. hope you like it regardless though
@@ComedicScents I mean its a good combo but 250 is too much. I dont really regret it though
You gotta look at it like I do, even if you paid too much for it fishing is what I do to enjoy life. Are you gonna get $250 worth of happiness out of it? I did the first day so everything else on top of that is gravy 😉
James Rowland KLR Transportation such optimism i love it you’re very right!!
I just got mine for 175 at dicks
Dude the real itself is like 130
that’s the mach 2 SLP brother, you can find the original mach 2 standalone reel on amazon for 91!
In the thumbnail I thought he was a girl
LOL thank u
Just bought this combo at a flea market for 15$😂😂😂
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