Reel Repair by Alan Tani

Has anybody seen this reel. Looks like drilled 704. From what I read the price is around 100 dollars.

I have only seen them on FaceBook. Chris Brooks appears to be the only distributor.  They were fashioned after the penn Z series reel as I recall. Other than that, that is all I know.

   The designer of the reel is a former Penn CEO. I think they said the reels were built in china...but under strict supervision. It's really too early to say good or bad, they've only been out a few months.

I was just discussing this reel with Chris Brook, it appears to be a good value for the money.

Sal

Interesting :

https://www.tackledirect.com/star-rods-s7000-s-series-spinning-reel.html

Probably decent reels, l like the design of the main and pinion gears.

am I reading this right -- bail-less, double-pickup option included?

Hey all,
Don't know if any of you watch Tackle Advisors on YouTube? He puts out some pretty good vids, he's pretty thorough, much like Alan Hawk. He has a video comparison of the Star7000 with a Penn 704Z! Sorry, didn't know how to put a link...it's titled: The Star S7000 review:  Who the !@#$ came up with this design?
May be of interest to some!
Brett

Edit: he has a few others on this reel also, regarding bail less install and such

looks pretty cool!!!!!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrm08dXl_mMtfxHPj-llsWA/featured

Thanks for the help boss
Brett

Maybe they will take those critiques and implement them into a version 2.0? The concept of a less expensive Z reel with modern features sounds good. Those deep short spools were never meant for braid either so its hard to knock it for bad line lay. Maybe an intermittent AR system with dogs would be a better option to eliminate back play vs. an IAR bearing. 

If adjustments are made along the way, this one could be a heck of a reel, this is how most good reels are born.
You wont get it perfect with the first try.
Funny you've mentioned dogs Yogi, that was my first suggestion to Chris.
Line lay wouldn't just be related to the deeper spool, fine tuning the crosswind mechanism and having the bail arm at the correct position could fix that problem.
I give them a lot of credit for trying, they're on the right track, it is now up to them if they want to improve or just drop it.
I'm hoping they'll keep going, I like it so far.
Of course, not with the issues mentioned, but I do believe they could improve and have a fine reel.
Keeping the cost down could probably be an issue though

Sal

If they can get an updated version with improvements into the hands of those east coast striper guys it would be a major success. I'm not sure how big that market is but if Penn saw enough demand to bring back the 704z and 706z I'm sure those guys would jump on another toy if it gains a good reputation. Spring load some double dogs and let guys know they can pack the gear box to the gills with grease if they want. Maybe offer an IAR bearing or bushing that fits in the same spot? Keeping cost down is a big factor but if its works well fishermen never need much persuading to buy a new reel.

Local tackle shop contacted distributor the reels mrsp is 179

IMO --

The spinner that is hard to beat from the standpoint of proven reliability, parts availability, solid US company, made in the USA, simplicity, ruggedness, line capacity, gearing, drag system -- are the Penn 704Z & 706Z.

These were reintroduced by Penn a couple of years ago, back by popular demand -- from consumers who use their reels roughly in the salt and surf.

And they just work.

Price is currently $199 at MysticParts (Scotts), for either reel.

I have crates and crates of Asian reels that are in great shape except for one or two needed parts -- which renders them useless, since parts availability is zilch after a few years.

So given the choice between the slick looking new kid on the block for $179 with a lot of Tupperware parts -- or a proven veteran made out of mostly metal parts for $199 -- IMO, no choice.

Best,

Fred



"Edited as per Moderators to correct Scott's Bait & Tackle over to their new store name Mystic Reel Parts / www.mysticparts.com"