Pflueger Trion Casting Reels

[RickyBobby]

Does anyone have comments or opinions on the castability, tendency to backlash, or any other pros or cons on these reels?

Thanks in advance

[bemidjibasser]

If/when it needs service or parts, they are not nearly as easy to get as Daiwa or the other brand that starts with S and ends with himano... or even Abu's

[zepman]

I have one and I've had no issues with it at all.

[RickyBobby]

Thanks for the reply. Sounds like Pflueger has recently updated this model and cabelas has marked down the previous version substantially.

[BassKnuckles]

Let me know how it works if you get one. I was thinking about buying the same one.

There is a guy selling some Abu Garcia Revos for $140 and I was thinking about picking one of those up since it's $60 of retail price.

[RickyBobby]

I just ordered 2. Should get them in time to try them out, especially if this weather holds. I'll let you know.....

[kt]

I don't know if any company can be worse than Abu when it comes to replacement parts. I've had a Revo that has needed a new worm gear that i have been waiting on since May. I really like the reel but the service has been lousy.

[Aaron Carrell]

If/when it needs service or parts, they are not nearly as easy to get as Daiwa or the other brand that starts with S and ends with himano... or even Abu's

I've actually been fairly pleased with their customer service for parts when needed. Granted I'm not a huge fan of their warranty on most reels, but they've gotten me new bail springs and other minor parts within a week of every request I've made. Small price on the parts and no shipping cost has made me pretty happy. Just sayin' that I don't think their customer service is bad by any means.

[Ray Esboldt]

I have one. Probably only put about 20 days of fishing on it, and it was fine. I will tell you this, my standards aren't horribly high. If the line goes out, the handle turns, and the line comes back I am happy. Deitz can confirm that I fish with some Before Christ gear, so I marvel at reels and rods that don't creek and groan in my hands.

[Elia]

I assume you're talking about the low profile Trion?

I've had 2 for over five years, and I love 'em. They're not made to exacting tolerances, but I've found them highly reliable and that's what really matters to me. They can't be beat for value.

P.S. I'll second those impressed by ABU's customer service. When dealing directly with the folks in Spirit Lake, IA I've never waited more than 3 or 4 days to receive parts via regular mail.

[Jim Hudson]

Run quite a few through my guide service, the older style and have one new style.. They get a lot of use and all have held up fine.. I love the wide spool version as they seem to be a bit better on the backlash issue for my clients.. For the price, you will be very happy!!

[mojoputter]

I also have a couple of the Trion's and have put alot of hours on them, and have not had an issue, any of the issues I have had have been user issues.

[Raider4ever]

Do Trions have that pin system or do they have the numbered dial for tension control?

[RickyBobby]

they have the 6-pin brake system

[Raider4ever]

Thanks.

[RickyBobby]

The trions arrived on Friday in time to catch a couple bass over the weekend. My initial impression was a good one. After an easy adjustment to the brake system (the brakes are totally disengaged out of the box) they casted well and were smooth on the retrieve. I noticed that Cabelas sold out of their stock, but I saw the same reel discounted on other sites.

[MN BassFisher]

So I stumbled across this thread while I was searching. I bought a Pflueger Trion LP last summer as my first baitcaster and I really like it! I am wanting to get another baitcaster, I stumbled upon a deal where I could get the round Pflueger Trion 46 used for $25. The picture makes it look in pretty good condition. I was just curious if anyone had any experience with the Round Trion's. With a quick search it seems like the 46 has 5 BB, one anti-reverse bearing. Line cap of 12/125. Gear Ratio - 5.3:1. Weighs 10.2 OZ. It's on the left in the picture.

[bassmann77]

I have one that I used to use has a flipping reel. I switched it over to my muskie reel last year. I bet I have had that reel for 6 years or so and it works great. I mainly used it flipping tubes on the Rum River and never had a problem.

[MN BassFisher]

Good to know! Thanks for your input! I don't know which application I'll use it for, I'm just starting to designate rods and reels for certain applications, so I'm trying to figure it all out.

[delmuts]

I have one 46 and three of the 56. Avery good real. tip! With the 46 be sure to use enough line/backing so the spool is almost full. These reals aren't very big and you will get better results with a almost full spool.

[MN BassFisher]

tip! With the 46 be sure to use enough line/backing so the spool is almost full. These reals aren't very big and you will get better results with a almost full spool.

Thanks for the tip that's good to know, I was assuming its pretty small if it only takes 125 yards of 12lb mono, more than likely I will be using PP so that's not a problem.

[delmuts]

I have PP ( 2-10) on mine also. I use the 46 and 56's mainly for cranks they are on softer rods, with one on a 7'-11" HVY rod with 80# that i use for frogs and small muskie lures.

[MN BassFisher]

I have PP ( 2-10) on mine also. I use the 46 and 56's mainly for cranks they are on softer rods, with one on a 7'-11" HVY rod with 80# that i use for frogs and small muskie lures.

That's what I was planning on using it for, Cranks and maybe some smaller Spinners.