Ultralight / Microlight Reel Suggestions?

Nick Nikon · July 2018

The last extra-small spinning reel I had went to a nephew several years ago.

Can't seem to find a decent quality reel that's designed for 2 lb. test or lighter.

This is for a very specific technique, 1/32 oz marabou jigs in gin-clear springs.

Haven't tried it on trout in over a decade, but our vacation plans make it likely.

Thanks for any feedback.

andrewthe1 · July 2018

I have an older shimanno stratic 1000 that is nice could maybe find one used

Alex from GA · July 2018

Pfleuger President MODEL # PRESSP20X. I have the next size up and am impressed with it.

Nick Nikon · July 2018

Thanks for the suggestions.

I'll check them both.

DES51 · July 2018

I used a Shimano Sienna 500 for ice fishing. Handles light line and held up well.

Kill_It_N_Grill_It · July 2018

try stradic 1000

Spineyman · July 2018

Try the Daiwa BG 1500.

saltysenior · July 2018

bass pro shops Tiny lite......could not wear my 2 out..

Nick Nikon · August 2018

I've seen people say that there's a limit to how small the spool can be and still function efficiently.

Aside from ice-fishing, the 1000 series reels are supposed to be at the lower limit.

Still shopping ... the trip to "trout country" has been put off for at least a month.

Spoonplugger1 · August 2018

Don't listen to the persons saying 1000 is the minimum size, it's bullpucky. Been fishing light lines all my life, came from the Pacific Northwest. Mr. Crappie Slab Shaker Model MCS75, less than $20 per, perfect for kids, simple 2 bearing reel.

Casual Angler · August 2018

Salty Dawg44 · August 2018

For many years I used an Alcedo Micron for ultra light. There are several used ones on Ebay.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Alcedo-Micron-Ultra-Light-Spinning-Reel-made-in-Italy-A7009/401579149962?hash=item5d7ffb8a8a%3Ag%3AHGIAAOSwO~5ba6P3%3Asc%3AUSPSPriority%2134448%21US%21-1&_sacat=0&_nkw=alcedo+micron&_from=R40&rt=nc&_trksid=p2505460.m570.l1313.TR3.TRC1.A0.H0.Xalcedo+micron.TRS0

Spoonplugger1 · August 2018

Had a little Mitchell about that size I used for 30 years, couldn't get parts for it any longer, and it wasn't near as reliable to trip the bail, nor as smooth as today's reels, still I've never been around a reel I couldn't get to work with 2 lb. line consistantly, no one makes a mediocre product in the fishing world at their price points expectations and survives.

Alex from GA · August 2018

I haven't heard of an Alcedo Micron in 40+ years. Always wanted one but couldn't afford it. I used to use a Mitchell 308 for bonita in CA with 4 and 6 lb line. I tried 2 lb but never could land a fish on it.

capt louie · August 2018

Daiwa UL7 was my go to . I still have two I use for specks.
Not made anymore.

zachfaircloth · August 2018

I'm not sure if a lews mr trout is small enough for what you want, but I can say I do not recommend it. I had a spring come out in one, had it fixed by lews, and had the same thing happen again within the month. The company was nice, but having to ship off a reel for a week or two every month isntworth it.