
Whether I’ve had to set it a little tighter for shaky head fishing or looser for drop shotting, the Revo S allows me to intricately set the drag to my very specific needs. I also like how delicate the drag settings are. There’s no slipping or surging when a big bass tries to head to deeper waterâjust velvet-smooth drag that makes short work of an otherwise hairy situation. I’ve had several big fish try to “dig” at the side of the boat and this reel handles it beautifully. The Revo5 X is as tough and smooth as ever, with its C6 Carbon. This updated version is built on Abu's new asymmetrical body design to optimize, weight, balance, and ergonomics. I’ve been pretty amazed at how well the Carbon Matrix hybrid drag system has performed. Representing its 5th generation of excellence, the Abu Garcia Revo5 X Baitcast Reel has been redesigned for optimal precision, power, and performance. Great drag systemĪlthough the fishing has been tough lately for me, I’ve still managed to wrench on a few grown ones and every bass over 5 pounds I’ve caught recently has come on the Revo S. A Baitcaster Reel That Makes Every Cast as Smooth as the First In 2006, the Revo Low Profile Baitcast Reel took the angling community by storm. edge design and dependability continues with the fourth generation of Revo S. There’s no play in the handle, the bail or the spool. The Revo SX features our X2-Crftic alloy frame and asymetrical body design to provide the ultimate balance in weight, strength, and ergonomics. Abu Garcia REVO S Low Profile Baitcaster Reel. I’ve worked this reel like a mule lately and have let several novice anglers beat it up and haven’t had a single problem with it. Its impressive features, such as the Infini Spool II and Infini-Brake System, contribute to smooth casting and accurate. The Abu Garcia Revo SX is a versatile and reliable baitcaster that’s been around since 2017. One of the most popular low-profile baitcasters in bass fishing, the Abu Garcia Revo SX Baitcast Reel enters its 4th generation with cutting-edge upgrades. It only weighs 8.4 ounces, so initially I was a little skeptical of its durability. My goal for this review is to help you understand the ins and outs of this reel and why it’s worth the price.
