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idk_then | Staff 13.8K Views
Aug 12, 2026 3:24 PM

Daiwa QR Ultralight Spinning Reel

$30

$50

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+ Free S&H on $49+at Dick's Sporting Goods
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Dick's Sporting Goods has Daiwa QR Ultralight Spinning Reel on sale for $29.97. Shipping is free for Scorecard Members (free to join) on orders $49+. Otherwise, select free store pick up where stock permits.

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Features:
  • Retrieve: Interchangeable
  • Gear Ratio: 5.1:1
  • Perfect to be paired with ultra light rod
  • Ideal for fishing trout and panfish
  • Lightweight composite frame
  • Aluminum spool and folding arm
  • Soft touch handles
  • Can be used for ice fishing

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  • About this Deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $10.02 lower (25.1% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $39.99.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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Dick's Sporting Goods has Daiwa QR Ultralight Spinning Reel on sale for $29.97. Shipping is free for Scorecard Members (free to join) on orders $49+. Otherwise, select free store pick up where stock permits.

Note: Availability for store pickup varies and may be limited.

Thanks to Deal Hunter idk_then for finding this deal.

Features:
  • Retrieve: Interchangeable
  • Gear Ratio: 5.1:1
  • Perfect to be paired with ultra light rod
  • Ideal for fishing trout and panfish
  • Lightweight composite frame
  • Aluminum spool and folding arm
  • Soft touch handles
  • Can be used for ice fishing

Editor's Notes

Written by Corwin | Staff
  • About this Deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $10.02 lower (25.1% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $39.99.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.

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The Shakespeare Micro series line of rods are considered a good value, if you want to step up, Okuma Celilo or Shimano Sensilite
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The Daiwa QR is a compact ultralight reel that stands out for ice fishing and light freshwater setups, with a larger spool than many UL reels that helps reduce line memory, twist, and slow pickup. It also folds down easily for storage, and the QR750 specs list 3 plus 1 bearings, a 5.1 to 1 gear ratio, and a 7 pound drag. The main knocks are a stiff bail close and limited appeal at this price compared with other reel deals.

  • Ice anglers wanting a compact reel with less line twist, because the larger spool helps reduce memory and slow pickup.

    mozillafirefixFishing4deals2

  • Trout anglers using light line, because the reel is spec'd for 4-pound mono and pairs well with 2-pound test.

    ChorizoGrandeL0neF1sh-ay

  • Ultralight bass anglers fishing braid around cover, because 4-10 pound braid is said to work well for that setup.

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  • Kayak anglers who want a fun ultralight setup, because the rod-and-reel style has held up to snagging branches and still makes small fish enjoyable.

    Stinktoothnumnutz6383

  • Anglers who want a reel for heavier line setups, because the reel is spec'd around 4-pound mono capacity.

    ChorizoGrandeL0neF1sh-ay

  • Anglers wanting to fish sabikis, because the reel is not made for that stiff rig.

    ChorizoGrande

  • Buyers expecting a reel with an easy bail close, because the handle needs more turning pressure than older reels.

    Indio22

  • Shoppers wanting a heavier all-purpose reel for a 30-inch light ice rod, because this size is heavily used for ice fishing instead.

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Aug 12, 2026 3:52 PM
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Mr.PmoshAug 12, 2026 3:52 PM
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Any suggestions on a good affordable ul rod to pair this with?
Aug 12, 2026 4:46 PM
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numnutz6383Aug 12, 2026 4:46 PM
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Quote from Mr.Pmosh View quoted comment :
Any suggestions on a good affordable ul rod to pair this with?
The Shakespeare Micro series line of rods are considered a good value, if you want to step up, Okuma Celilo or Shimano Sensilite
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Aug 12, 2026 6:48 PM
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djsvetljoAug 12, 2026 6:48 PM
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Too small for bass?
Aug 12, 2026 7:30 PM
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spbAug 12, 2026 7:30 PM
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Ok for 8ft Sabiki rod?
Aug 12, 2026 7:30 PM
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StinktoothAug 12, 2026 7:30 PM
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Quote from Mr.Pmosh View quoted comment :
Any suggestions on a good affordable ul rod to pair this with?
Walmart has some lews ultra light rods with fast action that I have used the past couple of years without issue. I usually used the in my kayak which would occasionally snag branches while I would paddle. I don't think I've ever broken one, and even a small fish is fun to reel in on these ultra lights.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/865263...2c15fd38b0
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Aug 13, 2026 12:13 AM
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FalqonAug 13, 2026 12:13 AM
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Quote from djsvetljo View quoted comment :
Too small for bass?
Looks to be nearly identical to my pfluger president xt 25 and I paired that with a lightweight fenwick that is great for drop shots and wacky worms.
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Aug 13, 2026 12:24 AM
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ChorizoGrandeAug 13, 2026 12:24 AM
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Quote from spb View quoted comment :
Ok for 8ft Sabiki rod?
I wouldn't. This reel isn't made for that. Sabikis are too stiff and this reel is spec'd for 110 feet of 4lb test mono. I use 2lb test on mine for trout.
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Aug 13, 2026 12:30 AM
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KillianJAug 13, 2026 12:30 AM
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Sorry being dumb, but what size are these?
Aug 13, 2026 1:38 AM
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IgorV2954Aug 13, 2026 1:38 AM
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Penn was a better deal for reels, as far as rods I go with ugly stik, west marine has a 20% sale ending today, if you need substantial amount of gear. Make sure to get the rod with no inserts on the rings. Other than that I wouldn't buy this at this price point. They had 2500 Penn battle 4 79.99$ 2 weeks ago at west marine, I'd take that any day over this.
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Aug 13, 2026 4:05 AM
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uEihAug 13, 2026 4:05 AM
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Quote from IgorV2954 View quoted comment :
Penn was a better deal for reels, as far as rods I go with ugly stik, west marine has a 20% sale ending today, if you need substantial amount of gear. Make sure to get the rod with no inserts on the rings. Other than that I wouldn't buy this at this price point. They had 2500 Penn battle 4 79.99$ 2 weeks ago at west marine, I'd take that any day over this.
I wouldn't think a 2500 would work well as an ultra light set up.
Aug 13, 2026 4:53 AM
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L0neF1sh-ayAug 13, 2026 4:53 AM
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Quote from IgorV2954 View quoted comment :
Penn was a better deal for reels, as far as rods I go with ugly stik, west marine has a 20% sale ending today, if you need substantial amount of gear. Make sure to get the rod with no inserts on the rings. Other than that I wouldn't buy this at this price point. They had 2500 Penn battle 4 79.99$ 2 weeks ago at west marine, I'd take that any day over this.
You should maybe not comment on fishing deals.
Your suggestion is like telling somone who want a 12 foot skiff to fish to get a 30foot open fisherman instead
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Aug 13, 2026 4:57 AM
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L0neF1sh-ayAug 13, 2026 4:57 AM
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Quote from KillianJ View quoted comment :
Sorry being dumb, but what size are these?
QR750
Bearings 3BB + 1
Gear 5.1 :1
Inch per turn 22.8
Weight 6.2oz
Line mono 4/110, 6/80
Line jbraid 8/100
Drag 7lb
MSRP $49.99
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Aug 13, 2026 4:58 AM
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L0neF1sh-ayAug 13, 2026 4:58 AM
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Quote from djsvetljo View quoted comment :
Too small for bass?
Depends what you use as bait, how deep and how heavy cover

I'd put 4-10lb braid on it and have no issue catching any bass.
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Aug 13, 2026 11:21 PM
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FantasticJuice680Aug 13, 2026 11:21 PM
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Anyone use these for ice fishing? Would like to start this year.

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Aug 15, 2026 12:02 PM
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mozillafirefixAug 15, 2026 12:02 PM
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Quote from Falqon View quoted comment :
Looks to be nearly identical to my pfluger president xt 25 and I paired that with a lightweight fenwick that is great for drop shots and wacky worms.
I have both Daiwa 75-sized and Pfluger President 25-sized reels and Daiwa is so much a joy to fish with compared to Pfluger. The biggest advantage is its larger spool diameter that significantly reduces line memory and twist. Also daiwa's handle can be easily fold down through a push button for storage and transportation, whereas President needs to loose up the handle cap in order to do the same.

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