[ICAST 2024] Abu Garcia Max Elite Spinning Reel

The Max series of spinning reels from Abu Garcia has always been a good option for anglers looking to fish without emptying their wallets. Now it is an even better choice with a major upgrade that Abu Garcia has put in place. Completely redesigned for ICAST 2024 the new Max Elite spinning reels offers high-end technology and features from high-end reels for an affordable price. These reels utilize the V-spool and V-rotor design from the Abu Garcia Zenon spinning reels and combine them with the AMG CNC machined gear system to make a reel with an ultra-smooth gear feel that has low start-up inertia. Making for a reel with exceptional reel feel and good durability, definitely giving anglers good performance at a more budget-friendly price.

The Abu Garcia Max Elite spinning reels come with a lightweight carbon handle and C6 carbon-infused body to help save on weight making for a more comfortable day on the water fishing. The reel also features the advanced Rocket Line management system and Rocket Spool Lip to make for precise line control to reduce the risk of wind knots and tangles. These reels will come in four sizes from 2500 to 4000, and feature 9 plus 1 stainless steel bearings. MSRP for the reel is $99.99 and will be available in September 2024.

Abu Garcia Max Elite Spinning Reel Key Features

• 9+1 Stainless steel bearings
• CNC machine gear
• Lightweight carbon handle to reduce weight
• C6 carbon-infused body for reduced weight
• Asymmetric C6 Carbon body design for a more compact and lightweight design
• V-Rotor and V-Spool design provides a more compact spool and rotor system and reduces the start-up inertia of the reel
• Rocket Line management system helps reduce “wind knots”
• Rocket Spool Lip allows for better line control
• Reel Sizes: 2000 • 2500 • 3000 • 4000 
• MSRP – $99.99
• Available – September 2024

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Eugene L.

Eugene L. is currently a writer for OutdoorHub who has chosen not to write a short bio at this time.