Quantum Smoke

[Basscat]

Has anybody tried the quantum smoke combo? I have had good luck with quantum reels in the past, and the rod has micro guides, which I've been wanting to try. I have seen lots of positive reviews on them as well. Otherwise, what other combo should I look at that would cost around $300.

[Basschaser]

I don't have the Quantum Smoke combo but I do have a Quantum Smoke reel and really don't care for it that much. There's nothing wrong with it but I prefer the Shimano Curado over the Smoke. If you shop around online right now you could get a Shimano Curado and Shimano Cumara for less than $300. I have three of these combos and they are sweeeeeeeet!

[Nick Kuhn]

I have the reel: light as a feather and smooth. Hasn't given me any trouble, but I don't have much mileage on it. Love the look of the thing too (that's the most important part, right?).

[mainbutter]

My only experience with Quantum products is with a Cabo PT I keep in Florida for surf fishing. I absolutely love it, my favorite spinning reel I own.