KastKing Centron & Centron Lite Spinning Reels, Size 500 is Perfect for Ice Fishing, Up to 17.5 Max Drag, 5.2:1 Gear Ratio, Ultra Smooth Powerful, CNC Aluminum Spool, 9+1 BB Light WeightCarbonfree Certified

Great for the price! Got the 500 size for ultra light fishing. Put some 2lb line on and paired it with an ultralight rod, works great. Reeling is smooth, solid drag system and build feels good quality. I've used it on a 15+ fishing trips, caught lots of small to medium sized fish and have had 0 issues. Would certainly buy again!

Love KastKing! This reel is super smooth and performs great, I caught my PB with this!I wouldn't say it's super lightweight, but for the cost I don't mind biting the bullet.

The only review you need to read.This is for freshwater review. NOT FOR SALTWATER!!!These are amazing reels for the price. For anyone who is starting out or is avid fishermen. I been using these 4 to 5 times a week on the biggest lake in PNW. I fish Lake Washington. With 30 different types of fish. And different sizes and weight. With great success.I currently own 3 of these Piscifun Flame reels. On 3 different setups, from pan fish to large mouth and cat fish. My setups are all less then $60 including the line I put on the reel.I I get the smooth cast everytime. From my 5" to 7" pole. Using all size lures and just to a split shot and bober set up for some panfish. You wont be disappointed in this reel.This isn't your cheap plastic walmart reel or reel and combo, you get at walmart. This reel does compete with the Penn or even other high end reels. But for a more affordable price tag. I have mine for a year now. And still cast smooth like day one. I don't keep up with the oiling and other maintenance, becuase I wanted to see how long it will last with neglect, also less $30 I can buy a new one if needed to be. So far over a year of use. And still going strong. I will recommend this to any fresh water fisherman or fisherman. It's a great reel for the beginner or the advance. Would I use this for a bass competition, probably. Lol.So here my setup for pan fish and basic bass fishing. If you are new to fishing or just wanting a nice cheap freshwater setup.Panfish - Bluegill,sunfish, pumpkin seeds, perch, white or black crappie, etc.I use a shakespeare micro series rod. This is my 5" rod. Ultra light. Great to feel even the smallest bites.Around $20 on amazon.Bigger fish - Trout, Bass, Walleye, etc.Berkley Cherry Wood HDThis is a full wood rod. Coming in around 6'6 and also a 7" rod. Medium/heavy. Now before you say why would you want a Medium/heavy for trout or even walleye.This has a tip of a light rod (meaning you can fill small bites), but the back bone of a heavy rod. I pulled 13lbs fish in on 8lbs test thanks to this rod.This is like the name says. Made of cherry wood, so the tip is easily breakable. But wont break from weight of bigger fish. It's great rod. I been using them for 15+ years now. And own multiple sizes.Around $20 on amazon.I use berkely invisible line on all my reels. Just personal choice.

Reel arrived in good condition. It’s ready to use out of the box and fit perfectly on my rod. I got the 5000 model and used it with 15 lb plastic line. It works phenomenally, the drag settings are great, very smooth and well-built reel. Absolutely zero play in any of the moving parts, rock solid and is easy to use. Would recommend.

we bought his for our pan fishing rod for a cheaper option and it has been a great reel. I have since purchased 3 more to replace them all and we have been extremely happy with them. The price was great for what we got. I will buy them again when these wear out.

I really like this reel. I spooled it with about 300 yards of15lb mono. It reels smoothly and feels nice and very well made. I was able to reel in a nice sized catfish easily.

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Color and price is great!Reel quality:Great reel for the price, compares to $60 reelsThis thing was rippin lips during the ice season. Decent drag and is compact. I like how you can fold the handle with the button. Fits nicely into my rod case.

I knew nothing about KastKing reels, so I bought this reel on a wish and a prayer. The reeling action is very smooth. I'm guessing because of all the ball bearings in this reel. The drag is smooth and easy to set. The bail operates easily and rarely snaps shut inadvertently. I prefer a retrieve ratio in the 6:1 range but, its not painfully slow. I like the folding handle but, it opens too easily and makes it a problem when getting rod and reel in and out of a rod box.