I recently got back into fishing last September. Im 37 years old and I live in Southeast Louisiana so i fished a lot when i was a kid and into my early 20's but i just stopped and never started again until recently. I bought a cheap Wal-Mart spinning combo for 25 bucks, fished with that for a month or two and then decided I wanted a baitcasting combo. I did some research and the Abu-Garcia Max Pro was consistently in the top 3 of best budget baitcasting combo lists so, i went with it and Im glad i did. Its great. I now have 6 different combos but the Abu-Garcia was my first and only combo I have now that was bought and not built by me. I fish at least 2 days a week so i use my gear often and they all have held up just fine.
They don’t do tap or Apple Pay because they want to drive customers to get the Walmart app and use Walmart pay. Ultimately the goal is get people to sign up for Walmart+. That’s actually a metric stores have to meet for associates. (I’m the team lead over sporting goods and a few other departments for my store so I can answer pretty much any question you might have)
Im trying to get some opinions on the Max pro combo vs the Revo SX vendetta combo? One will be my next purchase. I'd just like to hear from actual anglers which they prefer
Love the videos bro keep em coming. 3 hrs to hook up to the first fish is dedication for real. I use scupper plugs on my yak to keep my feet dry, I think you should try some on yours.
They still don't have this ABU Garcia Max pro no where in my state. Time to order it I guess don't like to order because I want to pick out my own rod in my hand and feel. Got the Max Z and Sooper Happy one baitcaster one size 10 one in size 40 reel spinning reels. You said that they last two years 🤔 is that it better I need a new one. 7.1-1 was the last number for on it.
I have been looking at getting a new baitcaster and I have two shimanos but I have been leaning to the abu because of your videos. I am between the jordan lee or the max pro just can't make up my mind
I just bought the newer black max yesterday for my birthday. It’s my second abu baitcaster now. Just a great and easy to use reel!! Thanks for all the videos and info!!😊
Thank you Larry. I want to go fishing with my new combo but it's been very cold . I bought a Abu-Garcia Gen Ike ez cast baitcast combo two days ago. It works very well.
my mistake, walmart does sell apple gift cards, They DO NOT SELL amazon gift cards. (neither does target) They do not accept amazon/apple pay. sorry about the mis-information. 😖
Budget fisherman myself and just recently got into baitcasters. You convinced me to go with the max pro as my next combo 👍🏼
Great to hear!
@@All_the_Bassman out the door with the line on the real and everything 225 bucks
Now, I love the Abu Garcia line-up. They are quality at an affordable price. Thank you Abu-G! 🎣👍😸😝😊🎣
I recently got back into fishing last September. Im 37 years old and I live in Southeast Louisiana so i fished a lot when i was a kid and into my early 20's but i just stopped and never started again until recently. I bought a cheap Wal-Mart spinning combo for 25 bucks, fished with that for a month or two and then decided I wanted a baitcasting combo. I did some research and the Abu-Garcia Max Pro was consistently in the top 3 of best budget baitcasting combo lists so, i went with it and Im glad i did. Its great. I now have 6 different combos but the Abu-Garcia was my first and only combo I have now that was bought and not built by me. I fish at least 2 days a week so i use my gear often and they all have held up just fine.
Good to hear man. Thank you for your support! Also, just picked up the Max Pro combo in the latest video!
I have that exact real have it paired with a 7’ ft MH Diawa Latina with 20lb power pro braid yellow 15lb leader line love it
Sounds like a sweet setup to me!
The Max Z is a great combo!! I got mine about 8 years ago pair it with 15lbs hybrid line and still running strong!!!
They don’t do tap or Apple Pay because they want to drive customers to get the Walmart app and use Walmart pay. Ultimately the goal is get people to sign up for Walmart+. That’s actually a metric stores have to meet for associates. (I’m the team lead over sporting goods and a few other departments for my store so I can answer pretty much any question you might have)
LOL "Not even a ch**trail...not sure I can say that on TH-cam..."I love that and have thought the same. Usually occurs after a big storm
I put this reel right up there with my Diawa tatula sv tw. Excellent reel
I am new to fishing. How long of a line I need to fish in the bay off a short bridge (apx 15 feet high).
Hello
Pro max vs Revo X which buy please? I know you have test a lot of abu garcia reels so need some help please... 😉
Just curious… How many of y’all started off with a black max combos
i started with one and i have a revo sx with veritas tournament edition rod and love it but there is still a place in my heart for the black max!
100%
Did not start with it, but now I have 2. Zero complaints.
Im trying to get some opinions on the Max pro combo vs the Revo SX vendetta combo? One will be my next purchase. I'd just like to hear from actual anglers which they prefer
I was legit at Walmart last night and saw this. It was 81 bucks I had to buy it. Can't wait to use it next month.
you tried the max z already?
if I going to buy it my first one you recommend the max z or the black max?
Great video, I have a question, is the thumb bar a little bit wiggly when its pushed down? I noticed mine is able to be bended downwards a bit
Bought this off of your recommendation, I love this reel. Thank you!
want to buy this rod, but my main concern is traveling with it without getting damaged because it’s so long. Do you have any solutions?
What do you prefer, this or the max stx?
Love the videos bro keep em coming.
3 hrs to hook up to the first fish is dedication for real.
I use scupper plugs on my yak to keep my feet dry, I think you should try some on yours.
Thankya man! Gotta stay after it!
I went with their spinning max pro because there's also a lot of good reviews on them. I think the Max sxt i'll pick up next
I can remove the tension nob and my lure still won't fall any faster! Am I doing something wrong?
They still don't have this ABU Garcia Max pro no where in my state. Time to order it I guess don't like to order because I want to pick out my own rod in my hand and feel. Got the Max Z and Sooper Happy one baitcaster one size 10 one in size 40 reel spinning reels. You said that they last two years 🤔 is that it better I need a new one. 7.1-1 was the last number for on it.
I have been looking at getting a new baitcaster and I have two shimanos but I have been leaning to the abu because of your videos. I am between the jordan lee or the max pro just can't make up my mind
hey man alabama here as well..what lake do ya fish
yo bruh great video wut color slobberknocker is ur fav and catch more on?????
Honestly depends on the water clarity in the pond. But either the all white or the watermelon green color!
i have all white one bruh will order the watermelon green color in process of gettin abu gracia max pro wit 7ft rod thanks for help
The Abu Garcia, major league fishing bait caster for $119 at Cabela’s
I just bought the newer black max yesterday for my birthday. It’s my second abu baitcaster now. Just a great and easy to use reel!! Thanks for all the videos and info!!😊
Happy Birthday man 🎉🎉 Hope it treats you well!
@@LarryMeltonJr Thank you!!! I know it will!!
Can you do a video on how to set up a bait caster. I am wanting to buy one but not sure how to set it up initially. Thanks
yessir i’m doing one in december!
what size rod are you using?
Wild they got them reels sitting on shelves like that. Those jokers gettin swiped left and right smh.
What was the rod model?
Yo do u stop ur spool when u use it
for me price wise that bass pro has now the revo sx with vendetta rod is good for price
Great vid. Walmart has the vengeance combo on sale. You should do a budget setup like the Max Z and another Walmart rod.
I bought this yesterday and it arrived this morning. I wanna get a spooled in store though
It's a great reel but I might argue that the Lew's Reactor is just as good, or possibly better. Love the content man!
I was looking at the reactor rod…very light.
Do you still stand by that? I'm deciding between the reactor or max pro. There's so many reviews on the max pro but not alot on the reactor.
Get the reel bro...I have the max z and I watch this one and ordered the max pro...can't wait to cast her
I’m getting it soon!
Larry When the Max Z reel video coming?
Just picked up my first bait caster combo from academy and it came with the max pro on it. Did no prior research so this is really reassuring 😂😂
What is your opinion on the baby bull shad?
haven’t thrown the baby much, but i love the full size!
What is your favorite bay bay caster
under $100 definitely a black max!
Love your videos keep up the great work
I have the max z and pro at my local Walmart and I would love to see a vid on the max z
Need to see the max z bc I’m looking for something new.
Can you review the jordan lee signature series reel ? and the new revos i love revo use them all the tim in my tournaments!
yessir! I haven’t found the combo yet but when I do i got you!
If a fishing day takes 4-5hrs can you record that on one go pro one battery life? What do you do on long fishing days to capture footage?
No sir takes lots of gopro batteries! 🤣
@@LarryMeltonJr Lol fashow good look had to ask b4 I try
@@RevelsGang yessir! some people run a charger to a battery pack but i just prefer batteries
@@LarryMeltonJr All I got to say is good look breh(NorCal slang)
ref 18:51, The fish you don't want will hook himself twice, and then swallow the lure! "It's The LAW OF THE LAND!" 😖😝🎣 Fish On!🎣
I got 2 on ebay for 90 total new in packages, prob stolen, but worth it
Larry, Walmart has their own hats... Also, Why would Walmart pay someone else to charge your purchases at their store? Stop and think dude. 🤔😤😖
I also have the MaxPro it's a very nice reel, but my Silver Max is sweet as well.
I just got the left handed version of the Max Z and it’s nice(I have two black max’s too)!
Sounds like a pretty good arsenal to me!
@@LarryMeltonJr just picked up a Medium Heavy 7’ Berkeley Cherrywood too based off your recommendation; here’s to a double digit!
My boy 💪🏾💯 oh and that background music 🔥
thankya thankya
I've got the max z. Pretty solid reel. Definitely better then the vengeance to me.
🤣bought a cheap Amazon bait caster got used to it so I copped this one had to check it out
I just got one of these at Walmart on clearance for $31.
Great content. I just bought that same setup (maxpro and Jordan Lee) 2 weeks ago. Love it.
You should try the shimano Antares dc Md
The Max Z will surprise you.. I went back and got one just for the hell of it and now it's my light flipping reel
Sweet dude! I’m getting it this week!!
I just bought a Abu-Garcia Gen Ike ez cast baitcast combo two days ago for myself, I have fished with it but haven't caught anything yet.
How do you like it?
@@LarryMeltonJr I really like it. They should have made the fishing pole 7 ft instead of 6 ft though.
Yes, go buy the grey Abu Garcia baitcast reel.
gotcha!
Thank you Larry. I want to go fishing with my new combo but it's been very cold . I bought a Abu-Garcia Gen Ike ez cast baitcast combo two days ago. It works very well.
I’ve had a max winch for years and it casts further than my slx dc
I would love to see the max z and I am a budget fisherman myself so I want to see if I need that
Video coming soon!
Yes please get the Max Z I thought about getting one. Walmart lay a way is no more and that makes me sad
I wish they still had it!
I had a max z in the boat the other day! You should have picked it up! Haha
Im going back for it 🤣🤣
NEED THE MAX Z
Love from Walker Co
my mistake, walmart does sell apple gift cards, They DO NOT SELL amazon gift cards. (neither does target) They do not accept amazon/apple pay. sorry about the mis-information. 😖
Man, i miss my f150.. Got totaled when someone hit me
Got mine the first time you said it! Hands down best caster you’ll get for 90 bucks.
I like this kid....
Bought one today
W vid
Man nothing beats a lews.
Not to familiar with them! Might have to get one on the level of a black max and try them together!
do the max z
On it.
Bass dynasty scents? What happened? It’s how I found you.
Sorry Laguna
p.s. Walmart doesn't sell amazon/apple gift card either. 😖😝😱😂
Going for Abu Garcia sponsorship?
I need it 😤
my last name is Melton
Abu Garcia is kind of underrated
Highly underrated!
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In other words, 10:1 means the faster you crank, the faster you recover the lure/fish. 10:1 is pretty d**n quick... just saying. 🥴
🎣👍 FISH ON! 👅❤️🎣
Yessir!
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