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Aug 14, 2023 12:51 AM

Team Lew's Custom Black Baitcasting Combo Fishing Rod (7' or 7'3")

$130

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Dick's Sporting Goods has Team Lew's Custom Black Baitcasting Combo Fishing Rod on sale for $129.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits.

Configurations:
  • 7', Medium, Left Retrieve or Right Retrieve
  • 7'3", Medium-Heavy, Left Retrieve or Right Retrieve
Thanks to Community Member kz400b2 for finding this deal.

Note: Availability for free store pick up may vary by location.

Product Information:
  • Winn Dri-Tac split grip
  • New Lew's exclusive VTR System (Vibration Transfer Ring) direct contact with the blank, transferring vibration directly to your hands
  • One-piece aluminum frame with graphite sideplates
  • Premium 10 bearing system with stainless steel double shielded bearings and Zero Reverse one-way clutch
  • High strength solid brass Speed Gears, cut on precision Hamai CNC gear hobbing machines
  • New P2 bearing supported pinion gear provides precise alignment and solid stability, resulting in a smoother operation and extended gear life
  • One-piece HM50 Tour Grade graphite blank with Nano technology
  • American Tackle Microwave guides with Nanolite inserts
  • Lew's custom lightweight graphite skeletal reel seat
  • Multi-Setting Brake (MSB) utilizing both an external click dial to adjust the MagneticBrake System, and an internal 4-pin positive on/off Centrifugal Brake System
  • Rugged carbon fiber drag system, provides up to 20 lbs. of drag power
  • Machine forged, Double anodized, large capacity aluminum spool
  • Double anodized, aluminum drag star drag with audible click
  • 95MM bowed, anodized, bowed aluminum handle with Winn Dri-Tac knobs
  • Double anodized, aluminum spool tension cap with audible click and Lew's Speed Dial
  • Speed Keeper hook keeper

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this product:
    • 4.6 out of 5 stars rating at Dicks' based on over 30 customer reviews
  • Additional Note:
    • Refer to the Forum Thread for discussion regarding this deal.

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Update: Shipping is no longer available but may still be picked up in store where stock permits.

Dick's Sporting Goods has Team Lew's Custom Black Baitcasting Combo Fishing Rod on sale for $129.99. Select free store pickup where stock permits.

Configurations:
  • 7', Medium, Left Retrieve or Right Retrieve
  • 7'3", Medium-Heavy, Left Retrieve or Right Retrieve
Thanks to Community Member kz400b2 for finding this deal.

Note: Availability for free store pick up may vary by location.

Product Information:
  • Winn Dri-Tac split grip
  • New Lew's exclusive VTR System (Vibration Transfer Ring) direct contact with the blank, transferring vibration directly to your hands
  • One-piece aluminum frame with graphite sideplates
  • Premium 10 bearing system with stainless steel double shielded bearings and Zero Reverse one-way clutch
  • High strength solid brass Speed Gears, cut on precision Hamai CNC gear hobbing machines
  • New P2 bearing supported pinion gear provides precise alignment and solid stability, resulting in a smoother operation and extended gear life
  • One-piece HM50 Tour Grade graphite blank with Nano technology
  • American Tackle Microwave guides with Nanolite inserts
  • Lew's custom lightweight graphite skeletal reel seat
  • Multi-Setting Brake (MSB) utilizing both an external click dial to adjust the MagneticBrake System, and an internal 4-pin positive on/off Centrifugal Brake System
  • Rugged carbon fiber drag system, provides up to 20 lbs. of drag power
  • Machine forged, Double anodized, large capacity aluminum spool
  • Double anodized, aluminum drag star drag with audible click
  • 95MM bowed, anodized, bowed aluminum handle with Winn Dri-Tac knobs
  • Double anodized, aluminum spool tension cap with audible click and Lew's Speed Dial
  • Speed Keeper hook keeper

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this product:
    • 4.6 out of 5 stars rating at Dicks' based on over 30 customer reviews
  • Additional Note:
    • Refer to the Forum Thread for discussion regarding this deal.

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Written by kz400b2

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Aug 14, 2023 1:00 AM
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jermsAug 14, 2023 1:00 AM
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Good for fishing off the coast?
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Aug 14, 2023 12:36 PM
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Good for fishing off the coast?
No, fresh water only
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Aug 14, 2023 2:49 PM
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st4rburstAug 14, 2023 2:49 PM
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Can it handle striper/salmon freshwater?
Aug 14, 2023 3:09 PM
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stweasel70Aug 14, 2023 3:09 PM
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Quote from st4rburst View quoted comment :
Can it handle striper/salmon freshwater?
Yes, it has a 20-lb drag. I have the kvd and the Tournament mp and pull stripers out of Lake Mead and Lake Mohave with braided line. This reel has the same specs. I can't comment on the rod, but the reel is at least $149 worth. I usually hate combos as I hate most Rods that come with, but this is definitely a great value, and i just purchased it as a cheap lews rod is over $40. I've never fished for salmon, so I have no idea about the requirements. my only want is I wish there were more gear ratio options.
Last edited by stweasel70 August 14, 2023 at 08:18 AM.
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Aug 14, 2023 4:28 PM
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CalmLake4093Aug 14, 2023 4:28 PM
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In for one, thanks OP.

Have 4 spinning setups, got into fishing this spring and wanted to get a baitcaster. Was looking at curado and the tatula, but at this price it's hard to even consider any other options.

Lews is known for great CS also, which helps that decision further.
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Aug 14, 2023 5:27 PM
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UniqueString1693Aug 14, 2023 5:27 PM
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Quote from stweasel70 View quoted comment :
Yes, it has a 20-lb drag. I have the kvd and the Tournament mp and pull stripers out of Lake Mead and Lake Mohave with braided line. This reel has the same specs. I can't comment on the rod, but the reel is at least $149 worth. I usually hate combos as I hate most Rods that come with, but this is definitely a great value, and i just purchased it as a cheap lews rod is over $40. I've never fished for salmon, so I have no idea about the requirements. my only want is I wish there were more gear ratio options.
How would you say this reel compares to a similar prices shimano or tatula? I'm trying to talk myself into buying this but at the same time an slx is around $100 and I currently use a Curado and I love it. Granted that reel is a little pricier but I've seen them on sale for around $140 recently since new models are coming out.
Aug 14, 2023 5:58 PM
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stweasel70Aug 14, 2023 5:58 PM
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Quote from UniqueString1693 View quoted comment :
How would you say this reel compares to a similar prices shimano or tatula? I'm trying to talk myself into buying this but at the same time an slx is around $100 and I currently use a Curado and I love it. Granted that reel is a little pricier but I've seen them on sale for around $140 recently since new models are coming out.
I love the SLX, but I like the Lew's better than the base slx. I like DC shimanos more, but it's over the price I'm willing to pay for a reel. I haven't fished with the Tatula, so I can't really comment on it. The dual braking can take getting used to, but I don't fiddle with it much as leaving 2 centrifugal brakes on and 2 off covers most baits, and I just adjust magnetics. (it's really because I'm clumsy and will drop the plate in the lake)
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Aug 14, 2023 7:24 PM
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UniqueString1693Aug 14, 2023 7:24 PM
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Quote from stweasel70 View quoted comment :
I love the SLX, but I like the Lew's better than the base slx. I like DC shimanos more, but it's over the price I'm willing to pay for a reel. I haven't fished with the Tatula, so I can't really comment on it. The dual braking can take getting used to, but I don't fiddle with it much as leaving 2 centrifugal brakes on and 2 off covers most baits, and I just adjust magnetics. (it's really because I'm clumsy and will drop the plate in the lake)
That's good to know. Would you put this reel up there with the Curado? Is it close? I really don't need another rod and like you I usually hate rods that come in combos anyway so I'm looking at this as buying a reel and getting an extra rod for free that may or may not fill a need. At worst it's an extra rod to have in case one breaks. I don't have a lot of experience with Lews rods past the smash and American hero and I guess those were ok. A little heavy but they did perform.
Aug 14, 2023 7:44 PM
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stweasel70Aug 14, 2023 7:44 PM
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Quote from UniqueString1693 View quoted comment :
That's good to know. Would you put this reel up there with the Curado? Is it close? I really don't need another rod and like you I usually hate rods that come in combos anyway so I'm looking at this as buying a reel and getting an extra rod for free that may or may not fill a need. At worst it's an extra rod to have in case one breaks. I don't have a lot of experience with Lews rods past the smash and American hero and I guess those were ok. A little heavy but they did perform.
It's a good quality reel, but if your just looking for a reel as an extra you can find the KVD and the Tournament MP for under $110 this is also a 4 year old design even though all the specs are the same. The Curado K is better but not 100 dollars better, but if you find one for around 150, grab it
Aug 14, 2023 9:20 PM
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UniqueString1693Aug 14, 2023 9:20 PM
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Quote from stweasel70 View quoted comment :
It's a good quality reel, but if your just looking for a reel as an extra you can find the KVD and the Tournament MP for under $110 this is also a 4 year old design even though all the specs are the same. The Curado K is better but not 100 dollars better, but if you find one for around 150, grab it
Good to know. I'm reading that this rod might be a relabeled lews tp1 black casting rod. They go for around $140. This just looks like too good of a deal to pass up. Thanks for the input.
Aug 14, 2023 9:37 PM
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OhsighrusAug 14, 2023 9:37 PM
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$99 this would be a cop but at $130 I feel like the diminishing returns dropped off $30 where if you spent more, you would be in the high end reel category with better options.

Lew's combos should stick to sales of $99 for their "high end" stuff.
Aug 14, 2023 9:52 PM
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UniqueString1693Aug 14, 2023 9:52 PM
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Quote from Ohsighrus View quoted comment :
$99 this would be a cop but at $130 I feel like the diminishing returns dropped off $30 where if you spent more, you would be in the high end reel category with better options.

Lew's combos should stick to sales of $99 for their "high end" stuff.
That's kind of where my thoughts are. This is a combo and you're basically getting a free rod. It's an HM50 blank. I guess it would depend on how good this rod is quality and sensitivity wise. If it's just an ok rod I feel like $130 or a little more would get you a way better rod or reel.
Aug 14, 2023 10:19 PM
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stweasel70Aug 14, 2023 10:19 PM
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Quote from UniqueString1693 View quoted comment :
That's kind of where my thoughts are. This is a combo and you're basically getting a free rod. It's an HM50 blank. I guess it would depend on how good this rod is quality and sensitivity wise. If it's just an ok rod I feel like $130 or a little more would get you a way better rod or reel.
It's basically a tournament mp it's a great reel and normally $150, so it's a good price, not great at $129, and the lowest I've seen is $107 reel only. Now throw in the rod. Lew's cheapest rod is $40 this isn't their cheapest it was once one of their most expensive combos, so it's probably a $75 to $100 rod. But rods are better bought for a type of fishing you want yo do
Aug 14, 2023 11:16 PM
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NavyPiranha2841Aug 14, 2023 11:16 PM
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Is the 7' med good for trout/catfish?

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