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6' Lew's American Hero Camo Spinning Reel Combo Expired

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$84.99
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Sportsman Warehouse has 6' Lew's American Hero Camo Spinning Reel Combo on sale for $29.99. Select free store pickup where available, otherwise shipping is free on $49+ orders.

Thanks to Community Member Paladin3 for finding this deal.

Reel Features:
  • 6 bearing system
  • Zero Reverse one-way clutch bearing
  • Graphite frame and sideplate
  • Skeletal graphite rotor
  • Oiled felt multi-disc drag system
  • Speed Lube for exceptional smoothness and performance in all weather conditions
  • High strength solid brass Speed Gears, precision cut on Hamai CNC machines
  • Aluminum handle with Combat Grip knob
  • IM7 2-piece graphite blank
  • Gunsmoke stainless steel guide frames with
  • stainless steel inserts
  • Skeletal graphite reel seat
  • EVA split-grips
  • Patented "No Foul" hook keeper

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Sportsman's Warehouse has Lew's American Hero Camo Spinning Combo - 6ft, Medium Power, 2pc - $29.99 + tax with free shipping at $49+ [sportsmans.com]
Online and in-store as part of the Memorial Day Sale 5/17/24 - 5/27/24
65% off of the regular price of $84.99.

Reel Features:
• 6 bearing system
• Zero Reverse one-way clutch bearing
• Graphite frame and sideplate
• Skeletal graphite rotor
• Oiled felt multi-disc drag system
• Speed Lube for exceptional smoothness and performance in all weather conditions
• High strength solid brass Speed Gears, precision cut on Hamai CNC machines
• Aluminum handle with Combat Grip knob

Rod Features:
• IM7 2-piece graphite blank
• Gunsmoke stainless steel guide frames with stainless steel inserts
• Skeletal graphite reel seat
• EVA split-grips
• Patented "No Foul" hook keeper

Specifications
Model: AHC2060M-2
Length: 6ft
Power: Medium
Action: Fast
Line Weight: 4-10lbs
Lure Weight: 1/8-1/2oz
Line Cap: Mono: 120yds/8lb, Braid: 180yds/10lb
Piece: 2
Retrieve: Right/Left
Bearings: 6
Gear Ratio: 6.2:1
Reel Weight: 8.9oz
Reel Model: AHC200
Max Drag: 13lbs
Retrieve Rate: 31in
Grip Type: Split
Handle Material: EVA
Material: Graphite
Guides + Tip: 7+Tip
Color: Camo
Rod Model: AHC60MS
Warranty: 1-year limited Manufacture warranty
Type: Spinning Combo

4.1 out of 5 star rating on Amazon where it's currently $52.32. [amazon.com] Most of the negative reviews are related to poor packing and/or a broken rod during shipping, which really isn't fair to judge the product negatively for. This would make a nice, inexpensive rod for trout, bass, panfish and other light to mid-sized freshwater species. I don't own this particular model, but Lew's has a reputation for making good gear. Happy fishing! Pro tip: take a kid for maximum enjoyment!
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Order two for the free shipping and take a kid fishing. 😀
Sadly I wouldn't recommend this for salt. It'll wear out the reel and rust the rod.

For fresh, this is a solid beginner combo.

Shipping hurts though. Reel is $25 at Walmart currently. https://www.walmart.com/ip/182789069

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05-18-2024 at 12:11 PM.
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Nice find. TU!
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05-18-2024 at 07:57 PM.
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Ordered one. Don't know why this isn't getting any love when all the Walmart ones do.
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05-18-2024 at 08:30 PM.
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Ordered one. Don't know why this isn't getting any love when all the Walmart ones do.

The walmart penn pursuit combo was way better quality compared to this.
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05-18-2024 at 09:09 PM.
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Can this rod handle kayak fishing in the ocean for rockfish and lingcod?
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05-18-2024 at 10:12 PM.
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Quote from SensibleHerring7501 :
The walmart penn pursuit combo was way better quality compared to this.

Think he's referring to the Abu Garcia deals
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Quote from BananaPeel09 :
Can this rod handle kayak fishing in the ocean for rockfish and lingcod?

Sadly I wouldn't recommend this for salt. It'll wear out the reel and rust the rod.

For fresh, this is a solid beginner combo.

Shipping hurts though. Reel is $25 at Walmart currently. https://www.walmart.com/ip/182789069
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05-18-2024 at 11:27 PM.
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Quote from Ejsdad12 :
Sadly I wouldn't recommend this for salt. It'll wear out the reel and rust the rod.

For fresh, this is a solid beginner combo.

Shipping hurts though. Reel is $25 at Walmart currently. https://www.walmart.com/ip/182789069

Order two for the free shipping and take a kid fishing. 😀
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05-18-2024 at 11:42 PM.
05-18-2024 at 11:42 PM.
Quote from Ejsdad12 :
Sadly I wouldn't recommend this for salt. It'll wear out the reel and rust the rod.

For fresh, this is a solid beginner combo.

Shipping hurts though. Reel is $25 at Walmart currently. https://www.walmart.com/ip/182789069

Gotcha. I have plenty of salt reels but just looking for a good rod for the yak
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05-19-2024 at 08:57 AM.
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Quote from Ejsdad12 :
Sadly I wouldn't recommend this for salt. It'll wear out the reel and rust the rod.

For fresh, this is a solid beginner combo.

Shipping hurts though. Reel is $25 at Walmart currently. https://www.walmart.com/ip/182789069
How about this one

https://www.sportsmans.com/fishin.../p/1427734
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How about this one

https://www.sportsmans.com/fishin.../p/1427734
Piece of poo compared to this setup.
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05-20-2024 at 10:31 AM.
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Need advise. Going on vacation next month to Outer Banks NC. Renting a house on the Currituck Sound. I want to puchase a couple of rods so the kids can try fishing. I haven't fished since I was a teenager and have no clue about what equipment to get. Will this work well or should I look at something else? Trying not to break the bank, in case the kids aren't into it. Thanks in advance!
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Need advise. Going on vacation next month to Outer Banks NC. Renting a house on the Currituck Sound. I want to puchase a couple of rods so the kids can try fishing. I haven't fished since I was a teenager and have no clue about what equipment to get. Will this work well or should I look at something else? Trying not to break the bank, in case the kids aren't into it. Thanks in advance!
This is pretty much a freshwater rod that might be okay off of a dock or in protected waters, but you'll want something larger and longer for fishing in the surf off of a beach. Surf rods are usually 7-10 feet in length with a 5000 (sometimes called a 500 or 50) size reel or larger. And, any freshwater gear should be rinsed with fresh water after being used in saltwater.

I took a cruise through the Walmart website looking for saltwater rod/reel combos and found this: Shakespeare Continuum 7'6" Spinning Fishing Rod and Reel Combo @ $28.32. [walmart.com] That's a very slick deal, IMHO, and what seals it is that the combo comes with the Okuma Avenger Baitfeeder 6BB+1RB Fishing Reel. I've have a smaller version of this reel and love it, super smooth with the 7 total bearings. At that price I'm tempted to buy a few myself.

Have fun fishing with your kids. Ask some locals or the employees at the local bait shop what kind of rig and bait to use. Most folks who fish love to share their knowledge with new fishermen. Hopefully, your kids will love fishing and spending time together.

EDIT: Ah, poop! Just found this review on the combo I suggested: "Reel is not what's advertised, Decent combo,the rod is correct but but the reel is NOT described in the description of the product, different brand and not 6BB+1 as advertised."

That absolutely kills the deal, IMHO, because that Okuma reel in the description is a GREAT reel. And there aren't any decent photos of the reel to confirm which one it is. I can tell the reel is a dull black, and none of my Okuma reels look like that, so the review is probably accurate. Darn it, Walmart! It might still be a decent combo at that price, as the reviews are fairly good, but it's not the very slick deal I thought it was. At $28 I might still bite for your kids. Sorry for the confusion.

EDIT2: According to this review the reel is actually... "Not an okuma avenger 7 bb reel, it is a Shakespeare 2 ball bearing branded reel. Delivery was fast and rods came intact. no breaks." Not terrible for this money, but definitely a cheaper reel, which explains the low price. I still think this combo would be a good, inexpensive combo for your kids.
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