Ever since Abu Garcia launched the new Revo reels at this year’s ICAST show in Orlando, Fla., anglers have been champing at the bit to get these lightweight reels on the water. Abu Garcia is now delivering Revo reels to retail outlets across the country.
You can see them put to the test at the world’s premier bass fishing destination in the YouTube video embedded below. The Abu team partnered with Angler’s Inn at Lake El Salto, Mexico, to field-test the reels against the lake's big bucketmouths.
“I really believe anglers will love these reels more than the Revo predecessors,” said Abu Garcia product manager Andrew Wheeler. “Abu Garcia listens to anglers and wants to give them reels they can trust. The newest Abu Garcia Revo reels push the envelope of extremely lightweight reels designed and built to perform and last.”
The new Abu Garcia Revo baitcast reels captured the Best of ICAST in that category. Included in the family are the Premier, STX, SX, S, Winch and Inshore models.
Here are a few features that highlight each reel offered:
> Revo Premier – At 5.87 ounces this reel crosses into the sub-6-ounce ounce realm and has been upgraded with the same IVCB-IV brake system included in the Revo MGX.
> Revo STX – 29 percent lighter than the previous model and now available with a full complement of gear ratios, including 6.4:1, 7.1:1 and a new super high-speed 8.0:1.
> Revo SX – By utilizing advanced materials such as C6 carbon, the SX has dropped 25 percent of its weight, coming in at 6.66 ounces.
> Revo S – 15 percent lighter, and the new white appearance is the ideal match for the Abu Garcia Veritas rod.
> Revo Winch – 19% lighter and has a new upgraded Infini brake system. This reel is perfectly matched with the Abu Garcia Veritas Winch rod series.
> Revo Inshore – Featuring an X2-Cräftic frame with increased corrosion resistance and lightweight C6 carbon sideplates, pair this reel with the inshore actions of the new Volatile rod for the ultimate inshore system.
Watch the video and see complete specs for all new Abu Garcia reels by visiting www.AbuGarica.com/Revo.
