Need to buy a reel!

[canadiantdi]

My good buddy is getting married.. what should I get him? I'm thinking a nice reel. I could get him a gravy boat or a butter dish but that would suck.

Anyone have any suggestions? $200 is what I am thinking. Maybe a little more if there is a big difference in quality. I usually just buy Walmart or crappy tire specials.. I currently use a $100 crappy tire baitcaster, so I really have no idea what I should get.. Any suggestions would be appreciated..

[Wild&Free]

Gift certificate to get some molded ear plugs made would be a thoughtful wedding present.

[HunterDave]

You're buying a reel as a wedding gift......isn't the gift supposed to be meant for both of them?

[huntsfurfish]

Hes getting a matching "his and hers" pair of reels:)

[MtnGiant]

for a reely happy consummation.....better make the pre-nups now.

but seriously.....maybe a gift certificate will suffice

[canadiantdi]

Gift certificate to get some molded ear plugs made would be a thoughtful wedding present.

haha ya good idea!

[canadiantdi]

for a reely happy consummation.....better make the pre-nups now.

but seriously.....maybe a gift certificate will suffice

Ya maybe I should print off rustys marriage thread and give him that as a gift lol

Gift certificate is probably the best idea, but I doubt one to Cabelas will be considered for the both of them either haha

dang

[Penner]

I'll throw one out there a Shimano Calcutta 200. I got one and absoultley love it. Think Diawa makes a comparable too.

[cube]

If you’re looking for a spinning reel I believe a Shimano Stradic FJ reel would match that price range. However, a his and hers set would perhaps be a better option. Maybe you could find someone else to go in with so you could purchase the set.

Good luck in your quest and to the couple as well.

[SCHOOCH]

Gift certificate to get some molded ear plugs made would be a thoughtful wedding present.

HAHAHAHA...........obviously some of us have been married for a long time!!!

I would give him the $200 in cash, wedding gift are supposed to be for both Groom/Bride.....of course if you hate her i would get him the gift cert. so he has a new excuse to leave her at home and go fishing.

[canadiantdi]

Well, I went to cabela's and bought a rod and reel. For myself. I picked up a Shimano Saros 3000FA. It is very nice! Really smooth.

I am going to get the newlyweds a gift certificate, or at least something that they can both use! Sorry buddy! Enjoy your gravy boat!

Did I mention that I bought a new rod and reel?!? Heading to Wab next Wednesday for a 20 pounder!! can't wait!

[fishinmatt]

shimano stradic