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$84.99
Abu Garcia Max SX Flipping Switch LP reels flow down technology from the Revo 5 platform into a LP platform that offers performance reels at a great price point. The Max SX Casting Reels expand the trusted legacy of the Max LP family with a design that offers a new a-sym frame design along and upgraded drag systems. An aluminum 90mm bent handle is furnished with co-molded soft touch knobs to provide a comfortable grip and buttery smooth retrieve.
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Reel Handle Position | Left, Right |
Abu Garcia Max SX Flipping Switch LP reels flow down technology from the Revo 5 platform into a LP platform that offers performance reels at a great price point. The Max SX Casting Reels expand the trusted legacy of the Max LP family with a design that offers a new a-sym frame design along and upgraded drag systems. An aluminum 90mm bent handle is furnished with co-molded soft touch knobs to provide a comfortable grip and buttery smooth retrieve.
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MAX5SXLP-L-F
$84.99
Reel Size:
LP
Gear Ratio:
6.8:1
Retrieve:
Left
Max Drag:
15lb
# Ball Bearings:
8
Mono Cap (yds/lbs):
155/10 130/12 90/15
Braid Cap (yds/lbs):
165/20 125/30 85/50
MAX5SXLP-F
$84.99
Reel Size:
LP
Gear Ratio:
6.8:1
Retrieve:
Right
Max Drag:
15lb
# Ball Bearings:
8
Mono Cap (yds/lbs):
155/10 130/12 90/15
Braid Cap (yds/lbs):
165/20 125/30 85/50
Opened side case and all magnets were on the one side. I ended up going every other one all the way around. Am I doing something wrong or is that correct.
Thank you for reaching out! We'd recommend contacting our Consumer Service team so we can connect you with a reel technician who can walk you through the proper magnet placement and braking settings for your reel. They'll be able to help ensure everything is set up correctly for optimal performance.
Is is fun reliable and and easy to cast
I have never had a reel with a flipping switch. This reel is great to use for that technique specifically. I am so glad I decided to buy this. Highly recommended and it is great for pitching too.
There are only a few reels with a flipping button. I own several of each. From worst to best.
3. Pflueger and the Abu Max 4 STX are even. Plastic frame, low bearing count, low drag, both made in China, but functional and cast well (flip/pitch).
2. Lews SuperDuty LFS. Metal frame, great drag, most bearings of all, made in Vietnam, but…..every one that I own are rough, noisy, inconsistent feel, one has a tick, one is grindy. Shame.
1. This one, Abu Max SX. Half the price of the Lews, less bearings though, plastic frame, also made in China, but it is smooth, casts (flip/pitch) great, and just works. Though it doesn't share the Lews strength, it is smoother and has replaced my pitching reels. These are now my go to!
Abu, if you’re listening, it would be great if you put flipping switches on one of your higher end reels. 10+ bearings, metal frame, strong drag, magnetic brakes, lightweight spool that holds about 75 yards of 40lb braid. And if you can do a T shaped guide similar to Daiwa.
Bought the red and one wouldn’t spool line given a worn gear issue.
Hello,
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We’re sorry to hear about the issue you experienced with the reel.
We’ve reached out to you via email to gather a bit more information and assist with next steps. Please reply there when you have a moment.
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