Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.
Rating of the best carp reels
| Nomination | a place | Name of product | price |
| Best carp reels | 1 | Daiwa Emblem Pro 5000 | RUB 15 220 |
| 2 | SHIMANO BAITRUNNER X-AERO RA 8000RA | RUB 20,699 | |
| 3 | Daiwa Infinity-X 5500 BR | RUB 28 550 | |
| 4 | STINGER TRINERGY BR 4500 | RUB 4,590 | |
| 5 | OKUMA Trio Baitfeeder TRIO-BF-65 | 6 471 rub. |
Daiwa Emblem Pro 5000
Rating: 4.9
Moderately small and very “fighting” carp reel, which got into the rating due to the excellent balance of key characteristics. 680 grams of total weight is combined here in 15 kilograms of maximum load on the friction, thanks to which the model can easily withstand the attacks of trophy carp and easily delivers bait in feeder tackle. The smooth action of the hardened mechanism is ensured by seven bearings, two of which are resistant to corrosion and salt water.
Despite minor marketing flaws, the Daiwa Emblem Pro 5000 is very popular among anglers. One of such nuances can be considered the incorrect inscription 'Mede in Thailand', which involuntarily sows doubt about the real manufacturer. Nevertheless, not everyone can afford such a purchase – in several years the cost of a carp reel has more than doubled. However, this fact does not interfere with the heated discussion on the forums.
Advantages
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optimal balance of characteristics;
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fairly low weight (680 grams);
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durable friction brake;
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low cost in the segment.
disadvantages
- actual error in the marking of the country of origin.
SHIMANO BAITRUNNER X-AERO RA 8000RA
Rating: 4.8
Another cool device from the legendary Shimano company leaves almost all competitors in the price segment out of business. One of the main advantages of BAITRUNNER X-AERO RA 8000RA is considered to be the updated design, made in a strictly black color scheme. As for the technical part, with a consistently high maximum load (up to 15 kilograms on a disc clutch with a baitrunner), the weight of the model does not exceed 580 grams. In addition, a spare graphite spool is included as standard in the carp reel, which further reduces the weight of the finished product.
Whatever the true technical level of the carp reel, the cost somewhat cools the ardor of domestic consumers. Not so long ago, the top price tag for this model barely exceeded 12 thousand rubles, and today it has already exceeded the sacred 20 thousand mark. Unprofitable, but very effective when fishing for trophy carp.
Advantages
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satisfactory line capacity of the spool (290 meters of line with a diameter of 0.35 mm);
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low dead weight (580 grams);
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six bearings in the mechanism;
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extended configuration (additional spool).
disadvantages
- high price.
Daiwa Infinity-X 5500 BR
Rating: 4.7
The Daiwa Infinity-X 5500 BR got into the rating due to the immense popularity of the carp reel abroad – in this component it significantly outperforms its closest competitors. Its element is a stubborn struggle against a trophy carp, based on a guaranteed safety margin in all parts of an intricate mechanism. A heavy fishing device (weighing 765 grams) has a high dynamic drag force, slightly exceeding 15 kilograms. To protect the line from breakage, the brake (standard for feeder and carp reels) is equipped with a baitrunner, which allows you to freely deflect the monofilament during serious attacks (in general, calm) fish.
To the great regret of most anglers, the acquisition of the Daiwa Infinity-X 5500 BR is inevitably accompanied by a decent amount of money. In addition, some perfectionists have noticed another (stylistic) oversight of the reel – the standard wood stylized handle is simply out of place in the overall black and silver body customization.
Advantages
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high margin of safety;
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clutch-baitrunner, designed for 15 kilograms of load;
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huge forest capacity of the spool (600 meters of line with a cross section of 0.3 millimeters);
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excellent balancing of rotating parts (no runout and backlash).
disadvantages
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flaws in the appearance of the coil;
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high price for its segment.
STINGER TRINERGY BR 4500
Rating: 4.6
Chinese carp reels from Stinger are not as popular as devices from Shimano and Daiwa, but they can give anglers a couple of pleasant operational surprises. In the case of the TRINERGY BR 4500, this is the lightweight construction of the model, based on the use of Power Body technology in the manufacture of the case. The total weight of the coil was 480 grams, despite the fact that it did not lose in any way in terms of strength. As users note, Trinergy is not at all afraid of mechanical impact, and in terms of clutch endurance it is on the 'tower' of its price segment.
The STINGER TRINERGY BR 4500 starts to gradually drain the line only when the indicator exceeds 10 kilograms, so that the reel makes it possible to catch even trophy fish. Ultimately, according to the users themselves, this is the best option for buying in the budget segment. We cannot but agree.
Advantages
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light weight (480 grams);
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low price;
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eight bearings in the mechanism;
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good load characteristics, the ability to pull out trophy carp;
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guaranteed serviceability for five seasons.
disadvantages
- not found.
OKUMA Trio Baitfeeder TRIO-BF-65
Rating: 4.5
The Baitfeeder TRIO-BF-65 carp reel from the Taiwanese company OKUMA cannot be called the most hardy in the class, but there is more than enough sharpening for catching large carp. The smooth movement of the mechanism is ensured by nine rolling bearings, so that neither backlash nor wedging disturb the reel for a long period of time. The load capacity is entirely tied to the performance of the friction clutch, the maximum effort on which can reach eight kilograms. Not the best indicator, however, the presence of a baitrunner makes it possible to catch a trophy several times higher than the maximum load of the coil.
Recently, the good technical data of the Baitfeeder TRIO-BF-65 has been supported by an attractive price. A sharp drop in the cost of a carp reel by 20-30% spurred the interest of anglers of all professional levels.
Advantages
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nine bearings in the mechanism;
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low cost;
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stable technical performance;
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reliable baitrunner.
disadvantages
- large weight with modest technical indicators (670 grams).
Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.
