KastKingCentron Lite Baitcasting Fishing Reel – Lightweight, Glass Fiber Infused Nylon Frame – 7.6 OZ – 5 + 1 Anti-Reverse Ball Bearings, 7.1:1 High-Speed Gear Ratio Fishing Reel with Compact Design

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!

So far it seems to be a solid reel for the price. It cast smooth. And smooth retrieve. So far it's worth the money...but, I'm not totally sold on it yet. Need to use more and see how it holds on until fall.. it's got a hard summer ahead ..I'll update later

This is my first baitcasting reel and the feats and mechanics are great so overall its a great reel but for those with greater experience it was a chore to me. Toggling between brakes and the spool I still couldn't get a great cast and fixing it would be time consuming.

This was a gift for my grandson. He is very happy with it. He has had a lot of nice catches with it. It’s easier to use and smoother than a bait casting reel I paid twice as much for.

Everything I ever expected from a top tier Bait caster. 10 out of 10 HIGHLY RECOMMEND. 💯 Lightweight, smooth cast and quality grade. Stylish design, quiet and no issues with backlash. Vibrant color and compact. Easy to use for beginners and professionals.

Very impressive i fish alot of bass I would recommend this bait caster to anyone i have alot exspensive reels

Great I would buy it again love the quality

Great reels. Have caught many bass on them with zero issues.