Abu Garcia has been making fishing gear since 1941 and is known equally for their spinning reels as well as their baitcasting reels and round reels such as the famous Abu Garcia Ambassadeur.
While the original Abu Garcia reels were once made in Sweden the majority of the reels today are manufactured in China.
With that said Abu Garcia still has a very good reputation for manufacturing quality equipment
Best Abu Garcia Baitcasting Reel Reviews
Abu Garcia Revo STX Gen 4
Retail $199
The Abu Garcia Revo STX Gen 4 is a great all around baitcasting reel for both freshwater and saltwater. This newest version of a proven model gives you an upgraded braking system, inproved body and sideplates along with superior gearing and bearings. Overall this reel is designed to excell in freshwater but can also withstand harsh saltwater conditions. READ OUR FULL REVIEW
| Models | Retrieve (in) | Gear Ratio | Max Drag (lb) | Ball Bearings | Weight (oz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REVO4 STX-SHS -REVO4 STX-L | 27 - 33 | 6.6:1 - 8.0:1 | 24 | 11 | 7 |
Best Abu Garcia Spinning Reel Reviews
Abu Garcia Revo Inshore
Retail $199.99
The Abu Garcia Revo Inshore is a good quality lightweight spinning reel that is designed specifically for inshore fishing. The Revo uses a carbon drag system and stainless steel main shaft inside the sturdy carbon body on the 30 and 35 models and all-aluminum body on the 40 and 60 models to deliver great performance. This reel is designed to withstand harsh saltwater conditions. READ OUR FULL REVIEW
| Models | Retrieve (in) | Gear Ratio | Max Drag (lb) | Ball Bearings | Weight (oz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 - 60 | 35 - 40 | 5.6:1 - 6.2:1 | 11 - 24 | 7 | 7.7 - 14 |
