Abu Garcia® Ambassadeur® 7000C3i Round Baitcast Reel
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- Aluminum spool
- Carbon Martrix™ drag system
- 2+1 stainless steel bearings
- Instant anti-reverse
- 6-pin centrifugal brake
Smooth-casting and easy-handling, combined with plenty of knockdown power makes Abu Garcia's Ambassadeur 7000C3i Round Baitcast Reel ideal for drawn out battles with those fast-running big boys. Equipped with a chemical nickel-coated levelwind, aluminum spool, Carbon Matrix Drag System, 2+1 stainless steel bearing system with instant anti-reverse, 6-pin centrifugal brake and a clicker. Weighing in at a mere 21 oz this high-performing reel has a line capacity of 17 lb./325 yards and a fast gear ratio of 4.1:1.
Rated 4.5 out of 5Â by 35
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Rated 5 out of 5 Best reel I own.
I use this reel to catch Alligator Gars in South Texas, and it does the job. I can cast pretty far with it, and have the strength to take on any fish I encounter. Line out alarm is fairly loud which helps out a lot with the Gars.
July 12, 2011
Rated 1 out of 5 Just a piece of junk!!
I have bought 4 of these reels two years ago and all four I have had to take in twice to get repairs, I just came back from my first day out on the water and two of them broke down (one on a monster pike!!) , These reels are a money pit and I would not recommend them to anyone!!!
July 4, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5Â by USCG Excellent Reel
For the last 40 years I‘ve used an ABU Garcia 5500C for all of my baitcasting needs. The old 5500C has been a great quality reel that has served me well. Due to limited time, I primarily find myself mostly catfishing these days on the Ohio River around Louisville, KY. Thanks to the excellent fishery on the river I’ve found myself catching larger and larger catfish (15lb and up) that was really putting a big strain on the 5500C. Therefore I decided a much larger reel was needed and purchased the ABU Garcia 7000C3i. This reel has been fantastic. I’ve had no casting backlash problems with it, is a really smooth operating workhorse, and looks as impressive as it functions. I would highly recommend this reel to anyone who is looking for a quality reel to go after those large fresh or saltwater lunkers.
June 5, 2011
Rated 5 out of 5Â by jaredcatfishking great
cast for ever strong n just amazing reel i think this will handle the same as a 200 or maybe a 300 dollar reel
May 16, 2011
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China! If this was made in sweden it would be a $500+ Reel. But when checking the real out I noticed it feels the same as any reel made in America or Japan, as the Shimano's!
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This reel is made in China.Answers
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I've used 300 yards of 50lb braided on mine since I bought it 2 years ago. Works fine!A:Â
I currently have mine loaded with 30lbs braid and I have about 550yards on it. I didnt wanna max out the reel as Ive noticed on other conventional baitcasters the fuller the spool the better chance of backlash!A:Â
yes. I use 65lb power pro. the reel holds 300 yards of that with about 25 yards of 12lb monofilament backer
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The braided line test weight is 30 lbs. at 630 yds.
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yes of course I would try 60lb Power Pro
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Braid capacity is 30lb/630yds.Details:Â
I noticed there is a knob on the left and right side plates. Are they both brake adjustment knobs? How do they work together?Answers
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I noticed they are for spool tension, however the one of the left side of the reel is more of the centrifugal control. and the handle side if more of a lubrication point.Details:Â
I was a bit concerned about if reel could cast lighter lures like a bucktail or small twitchbait. I would be using it for musky.Answers
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Remember the heavier the line he heavier the lure needed to cast it,however, if using a light bait you can compensate by spooling your reel with braid, its casts better then mono with the larger diameter. However with this reel id stick to 1 oz. to 3 oz. as with mono it takes a considerable effort to move the line off the spool.
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This real will not be suited for lighter baits try the Revo Toro 50 series I am sure you would like itA:Â
i USED A 1OZ BUCKTAIL ALL WEEKEND AND DID NOT HAVE A PROBLEM. I'M SURE THAT YOU COULD GO LIGHTER.A:Â
According to your line. I cast 1 oz rigs and they flyDetails:Â
I want to purchase this reel for muskie fishing, but I thought the gear ratio might be a little slow, espesially for lures like cowgirls, since I'm used to fishing with a 6.4 to 1 gear ratio.Answers
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Think of the lower gear ratio as more of a "winch" design it gives more torque for fighting larger fish. The slower the retrieve the less strain on your line of choice. I know when bass fishing a 6.4:1 - 7.1:1 is the ratio of choice because they are as hefty!
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Yes I think it is.If you want a bit faster like in the five's try the Revo Toro Winch or just the regular Toro 50 series but it would cost more money for the two
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Just use it for slow moving topwaters. It will handle muskies.
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I believe they do make a left handed version as well
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This is a right hand reel. This reel is not available in left hand.A:Â
reel with your right hand, don't think they make the 7000c3 left handed1 of 1
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