ICAST Coverage Day 1 (Reels) - Paradise for Reel Enthusiasts in Las Vegas (continued)
 

Okuma: It wasn't long ago that Okuma was just entering the market with baitcasting reels, and now they have a complete line of not only round reels but low profile ones as well. Long known for delivering plenty of value for the price Okuma's latest introduction, the Alumina low profile aims to continue that trend. This sleek reel is available in 200 and tiny 100 sizes and comes with a eye-catching electric blue matte blue finish. The team at Okuma was unsure about the finish, but after receiving nothing but positive comments about the finish during the show has decided they indeed did get it right.

The Alumina features 5 bearings, a titanium coated line insert, a multi-disk carbon drag system, and precision machine cut brass gears. The cast controls are centrifugal weights accessible by a quick release plate. Best of all this reel will retail for only $79.99.

The 100 size reel is easy extremely small, and perfect for palming

Saltwater anglers, especially salmon anglers will be excited about Okuma's new Catalina line counter reel. The Catalina features oversized gearing, and a self lubricating stainless steel gear system. These reels punch out serious drag pressure thanks to Carbonite drag washers that provide a much wider and smoother drag range, all while maintaining exceptional performance and fish stopping power. 

Shakespeare/Pflueger: There is no brand that delivers so much for so little. Pflueger's newest spinning reel the Supreme MG features a all magnesium body and rotor, a 10 bearing system, and very aggressive porting for a extremely lightweight solution. A magnesium reel like this would easily cost near 200 dollars from most manufacturers but Pflueger's retail price is only $99.99! That's an absolute steal.