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Customer Reviews for Abu Garcia Revo STX
Abu Garcia Revo STX
Designed with Infini™ Brake System which combines a linear magnetic brake with a centrifugal brake for stellar cast-control.
Average Customer Rating:
(161 Reviews) 161
Rating Breakdown 161 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 star
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149 out of 157(95%)reviewers recommend this product.
Customer Reviews for Revo STX
Review 1 for Revo STX
Overall rating
All around awesome
PostedApril 28, 2013
Jonny
from Denville, NJ
Age:Under 18
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
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5
This reel is amazing. Casts far and smooth, best bait caster I've ever used. As long as you take care of the reel it will work like new forever. For maintainence after use rinse under water dry and put lube every where it says on the owners manual. When I did this I didn't put any lube in the lube port on the gears and it sounded grindy and reeled rough. Put lube in the lube port and it will work good as new. Great reel
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 2 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Look at that fat girl
PostedApril 14, 2013
Anonymous
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:Yes
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
4
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5
Ergonomics
3
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
5
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5
Revo STX 8.0:1 flipping a lizard to brush and dragged this big lady out without effort. Get one or twelve like I did!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 3 for Revo STX
Overall rating
so simple
PostedApril 8, 2013
skie
from worcester, ma
Age:18-24
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
4
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5
Ergonomics
4
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
5
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5
just purchased the stx and its my first baitcaster infact, ive never even attempted to cast a baitcaster before in my life. i was nervous at 1st but after a little thumb pratice from my couch i went out to make my 1st cast. with the mag break on max and the cent on 3 i made about a 20 yard cast. after that i slowly turned the mag break down and after 15 mins i have the mag break half way off. you really can feel the magnetic break kick in at the end of the cast. casting is a dream and cant wait to use it all summer. and i still havent had backlash ! i got the 8.0:1 gear ratio for spinnerbaits and man does this thing burn. covers water like no other.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 4 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Feel of heaven in the palm of your hands
PostedMarch 30, 2013
Codyg5543
Age:18-24
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:Yes
Experience:Expert
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
5
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5
Great reel!!! Had to watch a couple videos on youtube to figure out how to set the internal brakes but since I got them set to my preference it has been nothing but smooth sailing and fast line reelin'!
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 5 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Light and doesn't but doesn't work
PostedMarch 15, 2013
duckchef
from Portland, OR
Age:25-34
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:Yes
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
4
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5
Ergonomics
4
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5
Casting Performance
4
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5
Ease of Maintenance
1
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5
I was really excited when I got this reel. Took it out and after a few casts, the reel would not re-engage and just free spooled. I took the reel back and exchanged it thinking it was just a one time thing. I then took the 2nd reel out and low behold it does it again. Now the reel is at my local reel shop waiting on parts on a product that should have been test better before selling to the public. I do like the reel and I hope it gets fixed and work like it is intended to do.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from Abu GarciaAbu GarciaMarch 18, 2013
Good morning. We are sorry to hear that you had an issue with your STX as what you describe is not normal operation for this reel. All Abu Garcia reels carry a one year warranty and we will be happy to help you out. One of our customer service representatives has already been notified about your specific case and will be contacting you shortly at the email address you provided for this review. We will work quickly to get you back to fishing. If you ever have any questions or concerns we can be reached at Tel: 1.800.228.4272. We will be in touch with you shortly.
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Anonymous
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dustin
Posted April 22, 2013
it would have worked if you would have tightened the drag up,i have grabed many reels and they dont work till you turn up the drag,i think all reels come with the drag all the way loose and you can turn the crank and the spool wont turn
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kiske13
Same problem
Posted April 17, 2013
Same problem.
I'm from europe and we haven't service in our country.
Sorry to say, I don't like shimano, but never had problems like this with it.
I'm from europe and we haven't service in our country.
Sorry to say, I don't like shimano, but never had problems like this with it.
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Review 6 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Grinding grinding grinding!
PostedFebruary 24, 2013
Chee
from Chicago,IL
Age:18-24
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
1
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5
Ergonomics
3
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
5
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I just got mine 2 days ago. The new gen3 STX is smaller, lighter, and has pretty smooth drag,BUT it makes a loud grinding noise!!!! I actually can feel it through the handle.....I was excited until I started to reel it. I did some research, I am not the only one who has this problem with this reel. People say "some grind some don't". What happend to the quality control?
If you really want this reel, it will be a good idea to go to the local store instead of buying it online. At least you can try it before you buy.
If you really want this reel, it will be a good idea to go to the local store instead of buying it online. At least you can try it before you buy.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Anonymous
try oiling
Posted April 4, 2013
Had the same problem and was a little mad about it. So, i gave it a good oiling and it works great.
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Review 7 for Revo STX
Overall rating
geat for everything
PostedFebruary 22, 2013
Anonymous
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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Casting Performance
5
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Ease of Maintenance
5
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I use this for topwater, flipping or even texas rigging, great reel for all baits.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 8 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Check the pics and see for yourself.
PostedFebruary 4, 2013
metalljca
from Buffalo, NY
Age:18-24
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
5
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5
I currently have a Revo STX-L-HS, Revo STX-L, Revo SX-L, and a Revo Toro Winch-L and just bought a Revo Winch-L. So far they all seem to be very nice reels. Excellent feel and durability. The drag is unmatched. The braking system is very well built and allows you to tune in any type of bait. I have yet to be let down by any Abu Garcia product.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 9 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Problem to unlock after casting
PostedJanuary 27, 2013
Kenny
from Singapore
Age:25-34
Favorite type of fishing:Saltwater
Number of times fishing per month:4
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
1
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5
Ergonomics
2
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5
Casting Performance
1
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5
Ease of Maintenance
1
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I purchase this reel from oversea eBay seller. After two fishing trips I notice some time the reel cannot be unlock after cast.
Check with few local tackle shop but none of them can fix this problem because no spare part. Never expect this will happen on the brand new product.
Check with few local tackle shop but none of them can fix this problem because no spare part. Never expect this will happen on the brand new product.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from Abu GarciaAbu GarciaJanuary 29, 2013
Good afternoon and thank you for reaching out to us. All Abu Garcia reels carry a 1 year warranty and we will be happy to help. What you describe is not normal. A representative will contact you at the email address that you provided with this review and work with you to get your issue resolved. One thing that we did note in your review is that you fish mostly in saltwater. If this is the case, we just wanted to let you know that the STX is not engineered for saltwater use. If you primarily fish in saltwater, the Revo Inshore is the correct reel for this application since it is designed specifically to handle the salt. Thanks for reaching out to us and a representative will contact you shortly.
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bill
Florida
Which LP Baitcasters for Saltwater?
Posted February 11, 2013
"... you fish mostly in saltwater. If this is the case, we just wanted to let you know that the STX is not engineered for saltwater use..."
If you sort your reels by "saltwater", then "low profile baitcaster", the STX most certainly is in the results, contrary to what you stated to the customer.
Please list the Low profile baitcaster reels "engineered for" saltwater use.
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Review 10 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Abu Garcia REVO SX 2013 RVO3SX-HS-L 7.1:1 Ratio
PostedJanuary 25, 2013
Cash
from Austin, TX
Age:55-65
Favorite type of fishing:Saltwater
Number of times fishing per month:4
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
5
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5
I have two of these and I really like the way they feel and work. Like many others, I have experienced the thumb bar sticking in one of my STX's. It will not release sometimes and this makes for some anxious moments. Overall, I really like the reels.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 11 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Very strong and light
PostedJanuary 20, 2013
Anonymous
Age:Under 18
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:Yes
Experience:Expert
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
5
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5
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Review 12 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Cast and feels great, Thumb bar sticking after two trips
PostedNovember 28, 2012
Chris
from Louisiana
Age:18-24
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:Yes
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
3
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This reel looks, feels, and cast great, but the thumb bar is sticking after 2 trips. The Casting and smothness is really incredible but, I purchased this a few weeks ago and I am really disappointed in the quality control Abu Garcia has been having the last few years. I am a dedicated Abu fisherman but this is a huge disappointment. I bought this reel in the new 8.1:1 gearing and was really looking forward to putting this reel to the test, but that opportunity hasn't presented itself, due to the failure. This makes me worry about the direction Abu Garcia is going with the manufacturing of high end reels in the asian markets.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Review 13 for Revo STX
Overall rating
ABU FOR MY LIFE
PostedNovember 27, 2012
Anonymous
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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Casting Performance
5
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Ease of Maintenance
5
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5
I have been using ABU GARICA reels since I was 15 years old in 1970. My first was a Abu 5000 that my Dad gave me which I still own today. I have used other reels before but keep going back to the ABU GARCIA line and now that is all I use. I have 5000's, 5500's, 6000's, 6500's, Black Max's, Silver Max's, Revo S, Revo SX, Revo STX and will not use any thing else. All these reels still work like new and some are as old as 1970 so if you want the best you will buy only from ABU GARCIA.
Thanks Guys for making a great product.
John
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 14 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Revo Reel is disappointing
PostedOctober 24, 2012
Randy
from Nashville, TN
Age:45-54
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:2
Owns a boat:Yes
Experience:Expert
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
4
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5
Ergonomics
4
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5
Casting Performance
1
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5
Ease of Maintenance
1
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5
I have been fishing with Abu Garcia reels for over 40 years, beginning with the red 5000 which I still have and the Abu Garcia Record reel. Both are great reels and both are made in Sweden.You will be greatly disappointed in the REVO STX if you buy one. First, they are not made in Sweden. They are made in Korea. The REVO STX is small and smooth, however it does not cast far and the quality is not there. I would not trust this reel on any large fish either. I was so disappointed in this reel that I took it back and got a refund. If you want a good Abu Garcia reel, stick to the round ones made in Sweden. What has happened to the quality of the new products this company produces. Their older styles are still good. It is the new ones that are not.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from Abu GarciaAbu GarciaOctober 25, 2012
Hello - we are sorry to hear that you did not have a good experience with the new Revo STX. There are a couple of things that we would like to address that may help others reading this review to understand the functions of this reel and issues that may have caused some of your difficulty since it has been returned. We manufacture all of our high end low profile reels in Korea because this region leads the market in technology & manufacturing for these types of reels. The facilities that we use here are quite advanced and the attention to quality & technology is of the utmost importance. We do still manufacture a number of our round reels in Sweden. The STX has impressive casting distance if the Infini braking system is properly adjusted. The STX houses 2 braking systems - one centrifugal brake that must be adjusted by opening the palm sideplate to access the brake block pins and one MagTrax magnetic brake that is externally adjustable with the dial. If you weren't getting distance it is most likely due to the improper setting of one or both of these brakes in combination with the tension knob setting. The freespool on any of the new low profile reels is extremely fast and can be fine tuned with these braking systems. Again, we are sorry you didn't have a good experience and hope that you will revisit some of our low profile offerings in the future. Learning to use both a centrifugal brake in combination with a magnetic brake takes a little practice - and typically results in over run when first getting started - but once you get the hang of it, you will get impressive distance with a high level of control.
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Anonymous
Performance
Posted March 27, 2013
I agree 100% with the "impressive casting distance" comment made. I used to cast with an 8' Daiwa Shooting Master and now with 6'-6'4" Daiwa Generation Black using 20-35 gm lead plugs and would consistently reach the 60 meter mark with ease. BUILT TO CAST when setup correctly.
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Review 15 for Revo STX
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revo gen 3 stx is awesome!!!
PostedOctober 3, 2012
mr. fisher
from california
Age:25-34
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:Yes
Experience:Expert
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
5
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i am a total abu garcia fan but i do rate every reel equally. this reel i just purchased a month ago and been fishing with it every weekend now. i wanted to see how it would hold up to the older stx. this reel is much lighter and more compact. the retrieve on the reel feels so smooth and soft as if it was snow falling in your hands. the durability on the gen 3 stx doesnt seem as strong as the older generation but thats the price you pay when buying a lighter and more compact reel. over all this reel is great and well worth the money to buy.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Randy
Nashville, TN
REVO not the casting distance it should be
Posted October 22, 2012
I recently purchased a REVO STX from Bass Pro shops because of the reviews I have read and heard. I like the weight, size and smoothness of the reel, but I purchased this more expensive reel to be able to cast farther, which is what you would expect with 10+1 bearings. I have an Abu Garcia Record reel that has 5 bearings and it casts 50 feet farther. How can this be? What can be done to this reel to make it cast farther. I am disappointed.
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Review 16 for Revo STX
Overall rating
Great reel, at first!
PostedSeptember 27, 2012
FishNGolf37
from Iowa
Age:25-34
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
2
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5
Ergonomics
4
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5
Casting Performance
3
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5
Ease of Maintenance
3
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5
I received my Revo STX-L last december as a gift, and being in the midwest I didn't use is until late March. When I first started using it, I was really impressed. I could cast it a long ways, the Infini brake worked great, and it was a very smooth retrieve. I really liked the drag system as well, it is VERY smooth at all levels. I used it at least once a week since March with no complaints, but the last time I fished, it had some issues. I couldn't seem to get the bait out as far as I used to, and I even turned down the cast control, also, it made a few weird clunks randomly while reeling. I also noticed the smoothness wasn't quite the same and it made a squealing sound when casting. I'm pretty disappointed because I have not owned for even a year, and have only actually used it for about 7 months, and when it was new I REALLY liked this reel. I had a Curado that lasted me 10 years without any issues or noises. I was planning on getting a new Gen 3 this winter, but now a little nervous. I intend on contacting customer service about this issue as well.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from Abu GarciaAbu GarciaSeptember 28, 2012
We are very sorry to hear that your Revo STX is acting up as this is certainly not normal. All Abu Garcia reels carry a one year warranty and we will be happy to take care of your issue. We have already contacted our customer service department and notified them of your issue. A representative will be contacting you directly on the email address you provided with this review. If you ever need to reach out to our customer service department in the future, a representative can be reached at Tel:1.800.228.4272. We appreciate you reaching out to us about your problem and will work hard to get you back to fishing.
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FishNGolf37
Iowa
Great customer service!
Posted September 29, 2012
I went ahead and contacted customer service about my concerns, and I felt I was well taken care of. They told me to send it to them and they would fix the problem free of charge. The lady I spoke with was very friendly as well, and answered any questions I had. I have already sent it, and I look forward to getting my reel back.
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Review 17 for Revo STX
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Couldn't be more Pleased!
PostedSeptember 22, 2012
Matt
from Sturgeon Bay, WI
Age:Under 18
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:4
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Expert
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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Ease of Maintenance
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This reel is the smoothest, lightest, and most compact reel i have ever owned! The 7.1:1 gear ratio lets burn in line and give my baits great action. That compact design topped of with the EVA knobs makes for top of the line comfort.
I paired this with the villian rod and couldnt be more happy!
Abu Garcia gave me everything they said they would and it lived up to what everyone says! Thank You!
I can know say that i am "Abu Garcia, For Life."
I can know say that i am "Abu Garcia, For Life."
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Review 18 for Revo STX
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The Best on the Market for the Price.!
PostedSeptember 20, 2012
Ky_TomG
from Louisville ky
Age:55-65
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5
Owns a boat:Yes
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
5
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5
I have one of Abu Garcia's very first low profile reels..It's around 45 years old..In fact I have bought Abu's Garcia's low profile reels at the rate of 1 or 2 every five years or so, or when a new model comes out..I have so many, and ALL of them still work great, sometimes its hard for me to choose a couple just to go fishing. I love all of them. These Revo reels work great without much effort at all by the user. They cast very smooth, and it's easy to cast for long distances, even using the smallest of lurers or weights. I can not stress enough how good of a reel the STX Revo's are... When Abu's Garcia Revo STX's came out, I bought 3,,1 regular, 1 HS, and 1 L/H ( my wife uses the left hand) ..They are sweetest running reels I own. I use them a lot. I can not wait to get my hands on the newest STX Revo3.,.but I would like to have the New Max just to say I own one,,,but at $350.00 , I can buy a New Revo3 STX HS and spend that extra $150 bucks on a matching 7' rod..Like I said , You can't beat these reels, No way, No how...Abu Garcia fishing reels are just the best reels you can own period..
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 19 for Revo STX
Overall rating
This the reel, other reels want to be
PostedSeptember 4, 2012
rockchalk06
from Edmond, Ok
Age:25-34
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:4
Owns a boat:No
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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Ease of Maintenance
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For years I have never paid more than 80 bucks for a baitcast reel. After trying and buying the STX, that is no more.
I used one of these for about 20 minutes and was hooked. I found a good used model in 7.1:1 for about half price. 4 days later, I have 2. I have never used a more simple and smooth reel.
Set up is very easy. I recommend setting the break pads to 3 on and 3 off. Set the magnetic break to zero and adjust the spool control knob. Reset your mag break to halfway and have at it. I was very impressed on how easy this was. I had always thought that the more expensive, the more complicated. Not with the STX.
Not only does the bent handle and bent drag star keep your hand closer the reel, it sets it off with a super clean look that cant be beat. Makes for a very comfortable retrieve.
The spool control knob is very easy to use. On cheaper reels with a heavy bait, you have to crank down so hard on the control knob, that you rob distance during casting. The control knob on the STX is easy to set and doesn't require cranking it down to the point it puts too much pressure on the spool. Major plus when looking for a quality reel.
Reel is super smooth. Bearings run clean without any snags, lines are clean, reel is made from quality components and super strong. If you take a cheep reel that has a graphite frame and place it into a rod with a completely exposed reel set, it will flex. This causes bad hook sets and can tweak a reel to cause damage to the bearings etc. After placing the STX into my rod, it was stout as could be. Very solid.
Its sad that It took me so long to jump on the STX bandwagon, but I am glad that I did. The 3rd generation STX's are coming out soon. While I'm sure they will be an improvement over the current STX, I don't really see what could be improved.
I used one of these for about 20 minutes and was hooked. I found a good used model in 7.1:1 for about half price. 4 days later, I have 2. I have never used a more simple and smooth reel.
Set up is very easy. I recommend setting the break pads to 3 on and 3 off. Set the magnetic break to zero and adjust the spool control knob. Reset your mag break to halfway and have at it. I was very impressed on how easy this was. I had always thought that the more expensive, the more complicated. Not with the STX.
Not only does the bent handle and bent drag star keep your hand closer the reel, it sets it off with a super clean look that cant be beat. Makes for a very comfortable retrieve.
The spool control knob is very easy to use. On cheaper reels with a heavy bait, you have to crank down so hard on the control knob, that you rob distance during casting. The control knob on the STX is easy to set and doesn't require cranking it down to the point it puts too much pressure on the spool. Major plus when looking for a quality reel.
Reel is super smooth. Bearings run clean without any snags, lines are clean, reel is made from quality components and super strong. If you take a cheep reel that has a graphite frame and place it into a rod with a completely exposed reel set, it will flex. This causes bad hook sets and can tweak a reel to cause damage to the bearings etc. After placing the STX into my rod, it was stout as could be. Very solid.
Its sad that It took me so long to jump on the STX bandwagon, but I am glad that I did. The 3rd generation STX's are coming out soon. While I'm sure they will be an improvement over the current STX, I don't really see what could be improved.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Review 20 for Revo STX
Overall rating
revo stx vs shamono chronarch
PostedAugust 30, 2012
kt
from indiana
Age:55-65
Favorite type of fishing:Freshwater
Number of times fishing per month:5+
Owns a boat:Yes
Experience:Intermediate
Gear Feel (Smoothness)
5
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5
Ergonomics
5
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5
Casting Performance
5
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5
Ease of Maintenance
4
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5
First off i have four revo's 2 stx 1 sx 1 s all great reels this year I bought a shimano chronarch 50e a very nice reel then I bought my second stx comparing them the chronarch as I said is nice but the stx wowwwwwwww much better built reel feels so much stronger and cast a mile thank you abu keep up the good work
I would recommend this to a friend!
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