Thanks for this man. I have one of the 50 size in this reel. Like it fine. Orderin' the 60 tonite. Power handles are the best for those big tanks. My heavy cat/striper/shark rod needs a stouter reel. Your videos are always helpful. New subscriber today. Fish on!
I put 20 pond Big Game on mine but after a couple cast mine locked up then it straightened up then it did it to me again today . But when it isn't locking up it's a nice reel.I just started using it yesterday.
Thanks for watching!! I think with some of these cheaper reels it's probably more common to get a lemon once in a while. Fortunately I've had good luck with mine, if you get hold of piscifun they will probably replace it or fix it. I've heard they have good customer service. Thanks again for checking out the channel!
Take it apart. Alot of the times there locking up bc something came apart. Or wasn't greased in factory. I've had a reel from kastking that wasn't factory greased it was dry I didn't know. Took it out locked it. Brought it home. No grease. Greased it runs perfect casts amazing an works like a dream
Straight out of the box with a 3 oz weight and no adjustment my 50`s and 40`s will bust 100 yards with no backlash, your 60 shouldn`t need much if any adjustment, they are great reels and all I use.
Yes sir, i just ordered another one yesterday. Just tweeked it a little and it is by far my best casing reel. I'm sold on em, will probably phase out all my other ones. Thanks for watching!
New sub brother, great channel. I put my hands on one of those and it seemed be a nice reel, I'll probably buy a couple soon. About the wobble I've noticed it on a bunch of different rods and reels, I use something like an old credit card and cut a stack a couple pieces between the reel and rod then tighten them down, I've had to do this on a couple BCF rods and Abu 6500 reels. Thanks for sharing
Thank you! And that's a good idea little pieces of credit card for shims! Man I have 5 or 6 of these now and I really like them! If I need to cast distance that's the one I reach for. Thanks again for the subscription and the comment!
The two other reels I have luck with is Ming Yang and Kastking Rover, but again only using for bottom rigs in the gulf. I am thinking of trying a one bass or burning shark.
I've heard good things about Ming yang. And i almost bought a Rover.. Still might just cause everyone says they really like em and they last forever. Would like to try one.
Is the frame and sideplates are metal? Thinking of getting one... The brakes are centrifugal? Or just spool tension? I have some baitcasters bit im pretty new to these bigger round reels
You mentioned adjusting the brakes for casting. How did you do it? I don't have the manual and I'm trying to make some changes to figure out what's best
Thanks so much for watching Jonathan, I would recommend tightening 'slightly' the spool tensioner knob. Little knob on the handle side. Then loosen that knob a very little bit at a time, making a few cast each time, you will notice that you get more casting distance as the spool tension is loosened, but you will also start to get backlash so you have to use your thumb a little more aggressively on the spool to keep it from backlashing just try to find a happy medium between casting distance and it getting to the point of backlashing. Also with more weights, you Will want to tighten it a little.. Thanks again for watching!
Awesome review brother.... I have one myself, that I bought not long ago but being a newbie to baitcasters i thought it was the same as a spinning for the side of the handle. YA NO, so now I have a left hand retrieve that I feel like a moron when I reel. I just deal with it for now, because it casts sooo good. Just ordere a pennn rival as well, to give that a shot too.
Thank you so much! Yea i never understood why they are different hand on spinning and Baitcasting. I bet that penn is gonna be sweet! Thanks for watchin brotha!
Matt you know I'm in the same boat as you lolol. I've thought about bringing mine to the swap shop at Louisville catcon. Until then I'll look like I have no clue what I'm doing as I turn it upside down and reel it on in...lololol
@@HottMessFishin it is definitely a learning curve. I look like very weird reeling it in but I did manage to control it by maneuvering my right hand to the side of the reel. As if you were casting it, cup the side of the reel.
Hi I have never used a bait caster type reel in my life (im 62) but want to try the piscifun alijos 300 reel for surf fishing...... I use a 4 meter long rod and sling a minimum of a 4oz sinker, 50lb braid with 2 hooks and large baits...... is this reel capable of handling this type of setup. Am I wasting my time and money even trying something like this...... you advise would be most helpful....... Cheers
Thank you very much for watching my video and for the comment! I have never personally used an Alijos, a few friends of mine have used them for catfishing and love them! 4 meter is around 12ft if I'm correct.. I have had the Chaos 60 on my 11ft rod for almost 2 yrs now and throw 6 and 8oz weights and good size baits with no problem. I suspect that the Alijos would hold up fine in the same conditions. Have heard great things about them. And using braid you should have plenty of line capacity. Wish I could help more, if you get it please let me know how you like it! Thanks again
@@FishinNFreedom1776 Thanks for your reply...... I have just ordered that reel and can't wait to try it........ I hope the learning curve to learn how to cast one of these reels is not to great...... we will see..... cheers buddy
They had a 1st gen then redid them to this 2nd gen. So far the only complaint I have is I dont like where the clicker is located and the slide clicker button. But I can live with it. I have 3 of them now and will be getting a couple more. Thanks for watching bro!
Just received my 60 today, on mine I hear that same “clickity klack “ when your reeling on your first cast, I found it to be play where the handle is attached to the reel. I have 10 different brand reels anywhere from 1 to 20 years old and none have play like this. It seems kinda Excessive. How is your 60 doing, still holding up?
Well I have 5 of them now lol.. I've had some minor issues with a couple of them, like the bolts that hold the side plate getting loose over time and the clicker button getting hard to engage. That's all probably due to lack of maintenance on my part. I've been really hard on them. I have bought 2 Penns, an ancient mariner, and big salis X since then and my Chaos are still my favorite and best casting reels I have.
@@FishinNFreedom1776 hey stick sum reel oil in where the screws goes tightening them down TIGHT! Helps. I've had expensive reels bolt loose. Reel oil locks them down. Idk why but it works
I ended up buying I think 6 of these. Had very little issues with them. The clicker in one of them went bad, the spool engagement button on one got hard to depress. Was able to keep using them all though. I have given them all to my brother and he is still using them all. I think there are better ones out there, but for the money I say they have held up well and are good reels. Thanks for watching and for the comment 👍🏻
Since this vid i have got 2 more of them, and gonna order another. They have been excellent reels and i have caught several good fish with them. Thanks for watching!
Oh man, that sucks! So far I have had good luck with the 60s, I have three of them now and so far so good. But I'm sure with the cheaper reels you will be more likely to get a lemon once in a while. I have never talked to them but I've heard Piscifun customer service is pretty good if you call and talk to them they may replace it or fix it
It's been bout a year and a half since I got that one.. have bought 5 more since then I don't remember exactly where I got each one. Pretty sure I got some from tacklebandit.com should be able to do a Google search and find somewhere that has them in stock. 👍🏻
Good review👊🏼 it’s nice to see one from somebody that didn’t get it sent to them for free.
Thank you! And yea i know what ya mean... When you spend your own money on one its definitely different!
Just found this video, I just purchased a 60 earlier today, Excellent Video!!
Thank you very much! I hope you are as happy with the reel as I am mime. I actually habe 3 of them now! Thanks for watching and tight lines!
Never seen one in person, but I know that a bunch of the cool kids are using them now. They seem like decent reels; hope that they serve you well!
Thank you sir, so far so good, Time will tell.
Have 6 40s,2 50s, alijoz for bumping, viper x,
Love them all
I have bought another 60, and about to order another since the first one..I love em too! Thanks for watching!
Thanks for this man. I have one of the 50 size in this reel. Like it fine. Orderin' the 60 tonite. Power handles are the best for those big tanks. My heavy cat/striper/shark rod needs a stouter reel. Your videos are always helpful. New subscriber today. Fish on!
That's awesome! So glad I could help, really appreciate you 👍🏻
Great review I just ordered one a couple of days ago can’t wait to get mine hands on it. Thanks for the video
Good deal man... you will like it! Thanks for watchin!
I put 20 pond Big Game on mine but after a couple cast mine locked up then it straightened up then it did it to me again today . But when it isn't locking up it's a nice reel.I just started using it yesterday.
Thanks for watching!! I think with some of these cheaper reels it's probably more common to get a lemon once in a while. Fortunately I've had good luck with mine, if you get hold of piscifun they will probably replace it or fix it. I've heard they have good customer service. Thanks again for checking out the channel!
Take it apart. Alot of the times there locking up bc something came apart. Or wasn't greased in factory. I've had a reel from kastking that wasn't factory greased it was dry I didn't know. Took it out locked it. Brought it home. No grease. Greased it runs perfect casts amazing an works like a dream
Straight out of the box with a 3 oz weight and no adjustment my 50`s and 40`s will bust 100 yards with no backlash, your 60 shouldn`t need much if any adjustment, they are great reels and all I use.
Yes sir, i just ordered another one yesterday. Just tweeked it a little and it is by far my best casing reel. I'm sold on em, will probably phase out all my other ones. Thanks for watching!
I have the same reel. Love mine! They cast well!
Yes sir! If I need to go for distance that's the one I grab for sure!
ty for sharing it dont look bad seems to cast great
Thank you sir! Yea i think it will be a good one. Thanks for watchin!
New sub brother, great channel. I put my hands on one of those and it seemed be a nice reel, I'll probably buy a couple soon. About the wobble I've noticed it on a bunch of different rods and reels, I use something like an old credit card and cut a stack a couple pieces between the reel and rod then tighten them down, I've had to do this on a couple BCF rods and Abu 6500 reels. Thanks for sharing
Thank you! And that's a good idea little pieces of credit card for shims! Man I have 5 or 6 of these now and I really like them! If I need to cast distance that's the one I reach for. Thanks again for the subscription and the comment!
The seats are for spinning reels but they use on the casting reel also
The two other reels I have luck with is Ming Yang and Kastking Rover, but again only using for bottom rigs in the gulf. I am thinking of trying a one bass or burning shark.
I didn't realize you would bring up the Rover till later in the video. I have mine on sturdy sticks and them seem to seat well in them.
I've heard good things about Ming yang. And i almost bought a Rover.. Still might just cause everyone says they really like em and they last forever. Would like to try one.
Is the frame and sideplates are metal? Thinking of getting one... The brakes are centrifugal? Or just spool tension? I have some baitcasters bit im pretty new to these bigger round reels
Thanks for watching the video! Yes it's all metal, sides and frame. And just a spool tensioner.
You mentioned adjusting the brakes for casting. How did you do it? I don't have the manual and I'm trying to make some changes to figure out what's best
Thanks so much for watching Jonathan, I would recommend tightening 'slightly' the spool tensioner knob. Little knob on the handle side. Then loosen that knob a very little bit at a time, making a few cast each time, you will notice that you get more casting distance as the spool tension is loosened, but you will also start to get backlash so you have to use your thumb a little more aggressively on the spool to keep it from backlashing just try to find a happy medium between casting distance and it getting to the point of backlashing. Also with more weights, you Will want to tighten it a little.. Thanks again for watching!
@@FishinNFreedom1776 awesome! Thank you. I wasn't sure if that tensioner would do the trick or not.
Great breakdown
Thank you! I appreciate it...
Is that the size 40 50 or 60 I need to know since I'm buying it online
It's the 60. I have 4 of them now, all 60s. they have been great reels I think you will be pleases with them. Thanks for watching!
Awesome review brother.... I have one myself, that I bought not long ago but being a newbie to baitcasters i thought it was the same as a spinning for the side of the handle. YA NO, so now I have a left hand retrieve that I feel like a moron when I reel. I just deal with it for now, because it casts sooo good. Just ordere a pennn rival as well, to give that a shot too.
Thank you so much! Yea i never understood why they are different hand on spinning and Baitcasting.
I bet that penn is gonna be sweet! Thanks for watchin brotha!
Matt you know I'm in the same boat as you lolol. I've thought about bringing mine to the swap shop at Louisville catcon. Until then I'll look like I have no clue what I'm doing as I turn it upside down and reel it on in...lololol
@@HottMessFishin it is definitely a learning curve. I look like very weird reeling it in but I did manage to control it by maneuvering my right hand to the side of the reel. As if you were casting it, cup the side of the reel.
@@want2boutdoors274 ohh.. while left handing reeling cup the other side of the reel with your right hand... right?
@@HottMessFishin exactly
Hi I have never used a bait caster type reel in my life (im 62) but want to try the piscifun alijos 300 reel for surf fishing...... I use a 4 meter long rod and sling a minimum of a 4oz sinker, 50lb braid with 2 hooks and large baits...... is this reel capable of handling this type of setup. Am I wasting my time and money even trying something like this...... you advise would be most helpful....... Cheers
Thank you very much for watching my video and for the comment!
I have never personally used an Alijos, a few friends of mine have used them for catfishing and love them!
4 meter is around 12ft if I'm correct.. I have had the Chaos 60 on my 11ft rod for almost 2 yrs now and throw 6 and 8oz weights and good size baits with no problem. I suspect that the Alijos would hold up fine in the same conditions. Have heard great things about them. And using braid you should have plenty of line capacity. Wish I could help more, if you get it please let me know how you like it! Thanks again
@@FishinNFreedom1776 Thanks for your reply...... I have just ordered that reel and can't wait to try it........ I hope the learning curve to learn how to cast one of these reels is not to great...... we will see..... cheers buddy
I may have to get one again and give them another try
They had a 1st gen then redid them to this 2nd gen. So far the only complaint I have is I dont like where the clicker is located and the slide clicker button. But I can live with it. I have 3 of them now and will be getting a couple more. Thanks for watching bro!
THANK YOU
Just received my 60 today, on mine I hear that same “clickity klack “ when your reeling on your first cast, I found it to be play where the handle is attached to the reel. I have 10 different brand reels anywhere from 1 to 20 years old and none have play like this. It seems kinda Excessive.
How is your 60 doing, still holding up?
Well I have 5 of them now lol.. I've had some minor issues with a couple of them, like the bolts that hold the side plate getting loose over time and the clicker button getting hard to engage. That's all probably due to lack of maintenance on my part. I've been really hard on them.
I have bought 2 Penns, an ancient mariner, and big salis X since then and my Chaos are still my favorite and best casting reels I have.
I've got 2 catfish specials that did that noise straight out of box. I think it's just a new reel
@@landongainwr3886 probably right, thanks for watching!
@@FishinNFreedom1776 hey stick sum reel oil in where the screws goes tightening them down TIGHT! Helps. I've had expensive reels bolt loose. Reel oil locks them down. Idk why but it works
@@landongainwr3886 I definitely will! I have several reels that the bolts get loose like that.. thanks for the tip bud 👍🏻
Just picked ya up from katcon
Thank you brotha! I sure appreciate it!
What size line are you using?
That was 30# Berkley Big Game.
Two years on how do you like it?
I ended up buying I think 6 of these. Had very little issues with them. The clicker in one of them went bad, the spool engagement button on one got hard to depress. Was able to keep using them all though.
I have given them all to my brother and he is still using them all. I think there are better ones out there, but for the money I say they have held up well and are good reels. Thanks for watching and for the comment 👍🏻
@@FishinNFreedom1776 Thanks for the quick reply!
I use three of the 50s
Since this vid i have got 2 more of them, and gonna order another. They have been excellent reels and i have caught several good fish with them. Thanks for watching!
I had the 50 and broke on my first fish
Oh man, that sucks! So far I have had good luck with the 60s, I have three of them now and so far so good. But I'm sure with the cheaper reels you will be more likely to get a lemon once in a while. I have never talked to them but I've heard Piscifun customer service is pretty good if you call and talk to them they may replace it or fix it
We hear it
What the name of that reel
It's a Piscifun Chaos 60
@@FishinNFreedom1776 were did you get it from
It's been bout a year and a half since I got that one.. have bought 5 more since then I don't remember exactly where I got each one. Pretty sure I got some from tacklebandit.com should be able to do a Google search and find somewhere that has them in stock. 👍🏻
@@FishinNFreedom1776 ok
You need to try some pens that's what I use.
I have 2 Penns now, an LW20 and an LW15 gonna try em for a while.. will probably start phasing out all my other reels 👍🏻
Hey what pound test mono do you recommend for this reel for catfishing
I used 30lb for a while and have switched over to 40lb on all my reels. Still cast great and holds plenty of it.
when u say 80-85 u talking feet or yards?
please make that clear
r
Yards.. thanks for watching!
What lb line are you using?
40lb Berkley Big Game