KastKing Centron Lite Baitcasting Fishing Reels with 7.1:1 Gear Ratio | Max Drag: 15.4 lb, 5+1 Anti-Reverse BB, 7.6 oz, Lightweight Glass Fiber Infused Nylon Frame, 10-Button Magnetic Brake

I’ve been fishing with baitcasting ("open face") reels for years, and decided to take a chance on a new brand that I'm becoming familiar with, KastKing. This reel completely exceeded my expectations in terms of performance, value, and overall build quality! Right out of the box, the Centron Lite feels solid but impressively lightweight. The sleek black finish gives it a sharp, high-end look. The ergonomics are spot-on – it sits comfortably in the palm and feels well-balanced on my medium-heavy rod. The casting distance is FANTASTIC, and once I dialed in the user-friendly magnetic brake system, backlash was almost non-existent. (HIGHLY RECOMMEND if you're relatively new to baitcasters). The 7.1:1 gear ratio makes quick work of burning spinnerbaits or retrieving crankbaits efficiently. I’ve hauled in both small & largemouth bass of various sizes, and the drag system handled it with no issues – smooth and consistent pressure all the way through. This reel is incredibly smooth for the price point. The 7+1 ball bearings definitely make a difference, especially when retrieving. I haven’t noticed any grinding or stiffness even after several full days on the water. After a few weeks of heavy use, it’s held up remarkably well. No corrosion, and a quick rinse, wipe, and light oiling had it working like new. KastKing’s build quality here really shows – especially at this price point. I’d recommend this reel to both beginners looking for an easy-to-learn baitcaster and seasoned anglers who want a solid, reliable backup or budget-friendly primary reel. It’s perfect for anything freshwater, and I don't see why it wouldn't even handle some in-shore saltwater fishing with proper maintenance and know-how. For under $50, you’re getting a reel that feels and performs like something twice the price. KastKing knocked it out of the park with the Centron Lite. It’s now a staple in my tackle setup, and I’ll definitely be looking at more gear from them in the future. I've been working their products into my arsenal over the past year, but always stayed away from their rods & reels, simply because of loyalty to my "go to" brands. I can officially say that KastKing has made its way into my "go to" brands for every product I've used, and this Centron reel just might be the best reel setup I've used in a number of years! LIFETIME CUSTOMER!

My hubby dragged me into the fishing hobby kicking and screaming, so of course, I had to have the best gear, so I went with my hubby's favorite brand - KastKing! I started with this reel, but then quickly upgraded to the KastKing MG-Ti Elite, once I got the hang of how a baitcaster works. I really only upgraded because he had gotten it for himself but prefers the spinning reel, so it made sense for me to steal it for my own use. :) This is a PERFECT reel to learn from and also for everyday use. Now I use both, the new one for repeatedly casting lures, and this one for casting a line to sit and wait for a bite. I tried several different reel types and discovered I love the baitcaster best, using a right handed orientation in my dominant left hand for a "no switch" method. This reel is also PERFECT for those with smaller hands that get fatigued quickly from larger reels. It is a compact, but very sturdy design that works with both large and small hands, and the ultra lightweight body makes it ideal for small hands like mine. The first day I tried fishing, I used a spinning reel and my wrist/forearms were sore after just a few hours. So I paired a baitcaster with a short grip pole and I haven't had any soreness problems since. Quite a few people questioned my choice of starting out fishing with a baitcaster, saying I would end up with a "birds next" backlash. I'm happy to report that it hasn't happened once with this reel, (or the other KastKing baitcaster) thanks to the superior control and fine tuning capabilities their reels offer. I have tried it in both a large lake and a small creek with zero issues. It's worth noting, I tried this with the 12lb KastKing mono line at first and it was okay, but it didn't glide as smooth as I thought it should and made a pretty loud "zing" sound when casting. At the recommendation of a friend, I quickly switched to: "Seaguar Red Label Fishing Line for Power Baits & Heavy-Duty Applications, Freshwater, 100% Fluorocarbon, Clear, 12lb" and now it glides like butter! I am primarily fishing for Bluegill, trout, and steelhead. Bottom line, this is a really great reel, at a really great price, perfect for the novice and experienced angler alike!

I’m impressed about this reel. I got it for my birthday and couldn’t wait to attach it to my rod. Looks amazing on it. Got it dialed perfectly and casts super smooth. Took it out for the first time, almost had a bass, but didn’t hooked it well. 100% worth the buy.

Amazing value. I’ve been fishing for 45 years and this reel cast reel nice the clutch is smooth for consistency in casting without backlashes. The side dial really works well. Pros are Cost, value, casting, looks The Cons are small size, spool is small. Overall I would recommend at the price point!

wow this is a really good little reel. smooth and casts great. no hang ups. good buy for the price

First bait caster ive ever bought and used, as i am newer to fishing. Ive got 2 spinning rods and now this bait caster, its very smooth and casting has a learning curve but once u get it, its fun to mess around with. also its super easy to set up w the quick youtube vid. And learn to use. Great value for the cheap cost. The fit and feel is nice , i also pairsd it with kastkings braided line. Caught my first white drum with the setup.

Love this company and there products i personally find left hand reels easier for me! Super easy to dial in , its quite when casting , and i would recommend this reel to anyone looking for something worth the money!

Cool reel but it feels rough when retrieving. I ordered a black one and it was smooth but after a month, it also starting feeling rough. I took it apart, cleaned/oiled everything but no change.

On time and good quality.

Buen carrete, ya saco golonad en Nepal y el cucho

I'm far from a pro but very pleased with the reel first time out loaded it up with 30lb braid casts were very good distance was great im not a fan of braid so i got some 12lb momo loaded it up never changed any settings i had for braid or jig size casts were longer and no back lash on braid or mono i fished for 3 hours each day so you can guess how many casts i made break set at 3 tension you can adjust to your liking but a long story short great buy.

Aparentemente é muito boa! Ainda não usei, mas veio bem embalada e em perfeitas condições!!

Va bien mais j’ai l’impression qu’elle bloc et le leurre ne dépasse jamais 4-5m de distance