Is The Abu Garcia BLACK MAX Worth the Money?

Want to know what a good first BaitCaster is? This is our review of the Abu Garcia Black Max. We go over some of the specs on the reel along with our initial thoughts. We will be taking the reel out next week in order to test how it holds to some fish, then we will be giving it away to you guys.Help us reach our goal of 1k subscribers.
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[@CaliforniaRigged]

For anyone wondering, neither of us use right hand retrieve reels but since we will be giving the reel away we chose the right hand retrieve since that is the most commonly used.

[@ethanmarks2799]

California Rigged do you think that you could do a reel review of the pfluger president xt

[@Andrewsagami]

California Rigged. Do the team kvd $80 baitcast reels

[@angelagiberson6396]

Whats is your most expensive bait caster

[@smithy2133]

Angela Giberson 230$

[@countryboygames1662]

California Rigged I'm right handed I like that reel

[@32wanwan]

*I already own the Battle II combo **enjoyable.fishing** recommend and decided to try a Fierce II combo to carry out to the pier. Works great and for the money they are hard to beat.*

[@fishingislife1188]

It doesn't matter how much you pay for a abu Garcia you will get a good reel i mean honestly there really good reels

[@oofmyniggaoof1725]

Sike nigga you thought

[@tylerrandall5119]

Travis Scott psych nigga. you thought.

[@nickedwards7992]

Fishingislife A fleet of Ambassadors,4500 through 7000.A Revo S,Revo STX,Revo Toro....nothing but consistent reliability.A few of the Ambassadors are nearly 20 years old,still pulling fish.

[@nickedwards7992]

Yc 530 Definitely the 6500,no Salmon here,but Big Catfish,Stripers,Carp,and Musky......it doesn't back down

[@ipreferfreedom7752]

Fishingislife very true, I have the cardial z and it is absolutely AMAZING.

[@caseykilmartin4267]

I've had one for two years. Still running well. Absolutely love it. can't beat it for the price

[@ghoumaanis5292]

Rod/reel combo with fishing kit as an emergency setup kzbin.infoUgkxntWMOZsO1Zfv-pdn_XuffEtNkTYAYu4Z recommend but started to use this every day. The rod is thick and seems durable. I keep it neatly tucked into a regular backpack all the time with my fishing gear, and can grab it anytime, put it on my back and go anywhere. I just read in another review that the rod length below the reel is adjustable as well, so I will try that too for even more portability. Probably the best setup I've ever owned. I lost the cap for the eyelets, but no big deal since I still have the black cloth sheath that came for the pole and I use that. Very portable and high quality.

[@surunner455]

I've been using the black max for close to 3 years now. Caught hundreds of fish on it and it's still super smooth. Fantastic reel for the price.

[@Bad_Batch_65]

Abu Garcia makes great equipment. I have Black Max and Pro Max combos and I love them both. Nice video guys!

[@jeremymiller2573]

that was my first one and I love it Ive had it for years now still works great

[@plantcitychuck2551]

I been tryin my buddys he has several.they r a really good reel.very smooth.

[@heinkirstein8771]

One of the best and most durable reels that I'm still using, never had any overruns.... Best value for money!!!! well done....

[@rickroe3260]

great reel to lean on and over all a nice reel use it for stripped bass caught some bigger fish no problems with it

[@MaxxDoberman]

I got mine yesterday. I can't wait to use it. 👍

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Have fun using it!

[@chadcatbird836]

I have two black max reels and matching poles and they are great. I texas rig, Carolina, and crank or spinners it all works very well on this have caught many fish including my recent one of 5.68lbs large mouth

[@colegreene2876]

I have had this real and it's amazing for beginners. I've had it for 4 years and works amazing still. The reel is in perfect shape but the rod just broke today from user error.

[@302240sx]

I've had one for two years fresh an salt water. I love it.

[@RogerSham]

I really enjoy watching your nice review on Abu Garcia fishing rod.

[@kyleoutdoors1457]

I just bought my first one today from Amazon waiting for it to get here tomorrow cant wait

[@theroadjack3437]

love the blackmax things a brute. I caught 24 fish including my pb bass (6lbs) nd its still a very solid reel I love it

[@antonpishchik]

had this year for a few years. very nice for the price.veryyyy good starter baitcast reel

[@andrewwolf4963]

With that being said you earned a Sub.

[@bluewolf5582]

I've had 2 and both have been great reels. they are smooth, cast far and are tanks. I've caught tons of fish on them big and small. they handle light lures well and heavy. I have a hard time dropping $100+ on any reel period. the most I ever spent was $120 on a diawa advantage on clearance. I love both reels the black max are great if you ask me for a cheaper reel and are like me and hate to drop $100+ on a reel.

[@heshewombow2000]

i have the 10$ shakespere Durango and i caught a 5lb bass and a 7lb walleye. it works great. over 100 fish on it and its still runming great.

[@country928]

Cool, you know the world record bass was caught on a 202 zebco in Ga.

[@AddictedAngler]

black max is better then most 100$ reels

[@brodymontoure7103]

I started out with it very good starting reel but no there is so many better reels with a 100$ price range don’t get me wrong it’s a good reel but not the best

[@candice6259]

It doesn’t cast far at all

[@AddictedAngler]

Blackgriffen100 I would disagree cast as good as most reels

[@redbeard4206]

My brother just gave me one of these the other day took it out to the lake Had no problems And it was actually really smooth even when casting up wind.

[@guitarest452452]

Just bought this reel. Crossing my fingers your review is good. haha

[@christopherromina5261]

Its good , I have one

[@guitarest452452]

@@christopherromina5261 I've owned it for 3 years now. Love it lol

[@hukedonfonix1671]

I have 1 and love it, they didn't have an ambassador in stock so I bought the black max and I have 0 complaints, anything Abu garcia is good especially since they're affordable

[@YouBetchaOutdoors1]

Great job guys! Keep it up!

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Thanks Man! You too

[@bluewolf5582]

I've owned 2 of these reels personally and both of them were (and are still) tanks. They survived years of use and abuse with 0 service. I like it almost as much as my $120 Diawa. For the money you can't beat the reel in my opinion. Some would call it a starter reel but for someone like me who has been fishing all his life I still love this reel.

[@cade2561]

I just got the silver max a couple days ago. It works and feels great so far

[@country928]

Worst reel ever made, it will be making a lot of noise about the 3rd time you go fishing with it. I left mine in the bottom of the pond where I threw it after continuously getting on my nerves. But I hope you enjoy yours.

[@conner5901]

Hell yea it is, it was my first baitcaster I bought and I still use it today

[@MrCamoman12]

I'm still relatively new to bait casting and have only used 2.. One being a very old one that was originally my gpas and I even used it today and caught fish in it, the other being buddies black max on multiple occasions. The only issue I have with it is that it is finicky to set up lighter tackle on and have had rats nested even after being properly set up but only with lighter tackle. any Texas or wacky rig works extremely well.. gets a little hard to do with lighter grubb/jig setups. had it rats nest in mid air because of even though it was dropping slower than normal. With normal or heavy weight tackle though have never had the first issue and is probably one of the nicer reels I've ever casted on any spectrum from open face to baitcasting

[@dallasd.1786]

i got a diawa air ride coastal and i love that reel but i still use my abu garcia black max and i use it for my crank bait reel and it is awesome i had it for about a 1 and 1/2 years and ive caught alot of fish on it and it feels like its still brand new and ive beat the hell out of the reel and iit cast a mile

[@CastRattleandTroll]

Like and totally agree with the review guys! I've used a black max reel for 3 years now, and it's outlasted the Lew's 50$ speedspool counterpart :) Now the silvermax (flipin') reel I didn't understand when I was buying the reel while 1st getting started... and if the flip switch is engaged and someone goes to cast with it normally, say buh bye to your gears. I'm in the market to replace 2 reels at the moment lol

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Awesome man, If you are looking at some more expensive reels I prefer Shimano. Not sponsored or anything by them that is just my honest opinion. They have a wide range of reels that I have in my arsenal.

[@jacobguy3343]

the reel is amazing it is my favorite baitcaster for bass fishing

[@marcinstangel9277]

great review, very helpful for someone new to baitcasting. I do however need to ask some questions : For a complete beginner who never used a baitcaster before, would you recommend to start with Black Max or Silver Max ? It will be mostly used for fishing in a river (upper parts of Thames in England). I have a caster rod (Ugly Stick GX2, 6'6" medium heavy). I'm looking for something that will be not too difficult to dial in, and to cast far enough (don't need to cast onto the opposing bank ;> ) Since it is going to be first baitcaster, I'm looking for something cheap hence I wanted to narrow it down to these two models, hence my question - is Silver Max that much better / smoother than Black Max , or should I get Black Max to start with ?

[@ronaldchiles5550]

Abu garcia for life!

[@55Ignis]

I actually recently bought the reel. I have it on a 6.0/moderate action rod and it feels nice. I've never used a baitcaster so this is my first one. I normally just use open face spincast reels.

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Awesome to hear!

[@gerritvanbeek6893]

Y'all should try the sick stick next. I'm curious if that one is really worth the price compared to this one.

[@garrettmckenziefishing161]

Love that reel!

[@country928]

I just sold mine for 25 dollars to a friend because he loves to fish and he is on disability, so I done my good deed for the day.

[@christianmullican8342]

I have the silver max, pro max, tatula and z max and there all super good reels

[@kylemetcalf8778]

Keep up good work

[@danielg9857]

I'd love to see you test out the Kastking Royal Legend.

[@Kephers7]

I got 2 of these. I love them. Pull out rainbow trout like whoa with them too

[@shanehoward9756]

I’m thinking about getting one of these, but never used bait caster reel. When you say dial it in, is there fine tuning you have to do? Also, I couldn’t tell but do you have to thumb the spool always when casting to prevent bird nesting?

[@jamesburke1857]

i have the combo rod and reel and i llove it i have landed a good 5 pounder on it all around good rod to start with

[@TacticalTony702]

Just bought the combo , subbed

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Appreciate you👊🏻

[@Some_Mixed_Dude]

that is my only baitcaster reel i have and it was my first baitcaster reel i like it I've only backlashed it once and it can hold up to 30 pound braid 140 yds.

[@christopherromina5261]

I have one and I like it cast really smoth, its worth the money

[@haydenm2978]

ive had one for 7 years still works fine

[@davidwood2997]

Got 3 of them , love em

[@derekmason7778]

i haved used both black max and silver max and i was satisfied with it not a bad reel for the price. the only thing i noticed is they wear out within like six months of you use them regularly but for the price that aspect didnt really concern me

[@shanghunter7697]

Awww. you guys make a cute cpl. Sweet music too once you got in the van together. Good video guys.

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Hell yeah Shang. I love the attitude my guy hahaha

[@caydenanderson7136]

this is the combo i started with

[@htothextotheccheeto]

I have the left retrieve black max. it does just fine for what it's designed to do!

[@hockeyfan3856]

Yours videos are really really good I like it

[@OldSaltBaby]

We got one in a short sleeve shirt and a hat and another one in hoodie and beenie, so what season is it?

[@slowfaller]

caught a 42" northern on my Blackmax II....just picked up a BM3 yesterday

[@andrewvasquez5508]

Great video, thanks much

[@kushairiroslei]

you add another little cash youll get abu garcia pro max with 8 ball bearings. it is super smooth. believe me. i had black max also.

[@drumandball]

I've got one and like it a lot. I like it probably as much as the pro max which is the next step up

[@masonjones4488]

Just ordered a 6'6 and 7 black max so imma try them out

[@country928]

Black max is fine, just don't make the mistake and get a silver max. 👍

[@robertbairt928]

What was the weight of bait you tested with? Will it throw light weedless worm rig?

[@v8consumption]

forget the reel bro what kind of dip you using you look like badass 12 year old

[@dv2033]

He seems like a grizzley winter green lonh cut type of guy

[@keatoncantrell4687]

Probably peach poutches💀

[@CaliforniaRigged]

I’m glad you are watching a 2 year old video bruv

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Hello Anthony, I personally think it would do perfectly fine with catfish. Although I have never used it for catfish it is a respected fishing reel so I am confident it would work.

[@Maga4Lyfe]

Almost bought the reel and rod combo yesterday at Big 5. They were only asking 59 for the combo. looks sick with the matching rod. May have to go back and grab it..

[@deanlutgert8292]

I bought one its awesome

[@moment-a-part7114]

I caught the muskie in my profile pic on a 3rd gen black max with 40lb braid and it was paired up with a 7 foot ugly stick. The reel had zero problems bringing it in. Recently put a set of abec 7 in it and the casting distance is close to double now. It's a great reel and I got mine for 40 bucks brand new. The bearings cost more than the reel. There isn't a better quality reel for 40-50 bucks out there.

[@redred3144]

I love this reel it is amazing

[@swaggy-c2828]

I have a black max and I love it

[@justinward1478]

ive had mine six months and its still good

[@glockoholic5494]

This was my first bait caster overall a nice pole

[@SGTMANDIBLE]

I love my Abu Garcia black max and if you want to give me another one I would be more than happy to take it off your hands. It is my first bait caster and still learning how to use it properly. Any video suggestion?

[@hortfishing2812]

Good video . I don't mean to brag but I found the black max for 10 dollars and put it together with the Cherrywood hd rod Just perfect

[@country928]

You can go to a pawnshop and find you a way better rod cheap

[@andrewwolf4963]

My first baitcaster was the Lews Mach 1 Combo. Great purchase rod and reel for 79.99, loved it so much I went and got the Mach 2 combo at dicks for 160. My next won’t be a combo though. I’m think 13 fishing rod or g looms or st croix with a Shimano or abu revo

[@CaliforniaRigged]

That would be a great setup! We’ve used many 13 fishing products and have loved them👊🏻 we appreciate the feedback and the sub! Also, we are HUGE fans of shimano reels. Never disappoint!

[@algorithm1193]

Use a $45 ish combo from bass pro. It actually goes for about $75 but i got it on sale. I'd guess the rod was $50 and the reel was $45 just from the quality.

[@patwalker9890]

I think you'll like it even more once you really fish it. I fish my 3 Max's right along side a Lews, Currado, Revo Torro, Revo SX, and Diawa. Especially for the price it's hard to beat.

[@lennwoodward4550]

what are the terms for winning this reel..(Abu Garcia-Black Max)..I have a very old bait caster. I've always only used bait casters when I was little for either large float or bottom fishing..but I'm seeing so many people using them for Bass...WOW & I'm 67yrs. old...hmmm learn something new everyday I guess..

[@xxkasperxx]

New to fishing and want to steelhead fish the Trinity up in Norcal ...would this reel be a viable choice ?

[@CaliforniaRigged]

I am not 100% sure on this. I know the reel is a very strong reel so it should be good but depends on what you are using it for. It is worth a shot though!

[@kevinlocklear490]

yall should review a lews speed spool or kvd combo

[@country928]

Yes Sir, I have both and if I had to make a choice I do believe I would keep both. Lol.I like the Bucco Falcon rod. Around 149$ at Walmart

[@benstack1783]

Do the Lews Carbon Fore baitcasting reel. a little more expensive around 80$ but I think it's a great reel to be reviewed by you guys

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Ben Stack , awesome suggestion! we will keep in mind for sure!

[@country928]

Best reel for the buck and they have been around a lot longer.

[@deanlutgert8292]

Got mine at academy for 39 plus tax i like left hand reel no birds nest only 2nd time I ever use baitcast 1st time different reel total disaster wondered why everybody uses baitcasters now I know love the black max

[@titangreer3501]

Do a medium priced lews (BB2, the white lightweight pro one, or do the daiwa tatula hyper long casting reel [ purple and black on TW) if you want, they are all around 200. I want to get the daiwa, but I've only seen one review on insta for it, and it was like a 13 year old kid. Hope your guys water drops, tight lines. I have a black max and it outperformed my lews and other reels, except for my curado 200

[@LarryGenePate]

Great video guys. Hey do a video on setting the Abu-Garcia Black Max up ok. I am starting all over. Had a mild stroke but want to get back to fishing. Thank you for all ypu do here!! I appreciate you guys.Larry Gene Pate

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Hey man we appreciate it! Check out our recent video of the Abu Garcia Black Max! I am sorry for the stroke and I hope you are doing well. I am glad to hear you are getting back into fishing! Our new content is much better than this video!

[@scrublordmcshitt2296]

I saw one ay a local walmart for like under 40$ so i think i might start thinking about purchase it

[@7777777rj]

Thank's a lot!

[@fishermann2776]

Whether you use a $200 or a $40 reel. Neither is going to make you a better fisherman.

[@country928]

I have to disagree with you on that. What if you are in a place where you need to get your bait out to and that little silver max just doesn't have the ump to get it out there whereas the pro max or black max will land it where you need to get to. Do you understand what I'm saying?

[@sharkmanyt4431]

Big Feet I agree with your reasoning, but I it is true that having a more expensive reel doesn’t necessarily make you a better fisherman. Also, the Silvermax is higher price and quality than the blackmax

[@yup2389]

I disagree because during the winter time bass dont like to hit it hard at all and when you reel it in you got a fish on and you didn't even know it, sensitivity matters

[@marshalllaw4116]

I own 2 and planning on buying more. Great reels if they were $120.....but awesome reels at $39.

[@jakeseymour1213]

I have this reel and caught 2 5 pounders a ton of 4s and 3s and it's fine

[@cristianc5312]

Dipsky in the Lipsky YEE YEE

[@rickytan9355]

Yeah that’s what it is right lol

[@trentmiller7532]

Black Max is better than ANY LEWS or any other 200 plus dollar reel. One exception...... The Abu Garcia REVO’s...... BAD ASS!

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Haven’t tried any lews so I can’t say one way or the other🤷🏻‍♂️ agree that the black max is great for the price!!

[@Texaspotato]

I have 4 friends with a black max combo😂 I swear everyone has one😂

[@TheSuper23z]

Texas Potato since they're cheap but don't feel cheap they make a pretty good starter combo

[@joshlahlum4371]

Texas Potato I just use a st croix mojo bass 7 ft and an abu Garcia with 20 lbs braid, it works good

[@Texaspotato]

Magic Fishing st croix makes good rods, and what are you using it for?

[@joshlahlum4371]

Texas Potato pike and small mouth

[@nate.hanlon]

Texas Potato think Ima get it do you think it's good?

[@milohines7886]

What line are you using in this video

[@bettsiexx4050]

I have a right reel Abu Garcia pro max right handed but I throw with my right hand and wind with my right hand so what do I do

[@country928]

You are doing it wrong. You know what to do....

[@biskeoat9337]

Review Lews Mach 1 speed spool

[@salmonslayer2087]

Do u have to have a certain pole to use a bait caster reel

[@CaliforniaRigged]

Yes, Bait cast poles have different eyes on them as well as they are meant to be bent the opposite way. That way the bait caster will sit on top of the rod and not under like a spinning reel.

[@tonyandraca]

The Okuma stratus V in my opinion is better even in saltwater it's still spins so smooth but if you have big enough pockets the Lews speed spool series are some of the best reels I have tried

[@chrisnewberry4646]

I liked your video and I am new to using a baitcast reel, do you have an old baitcast reel you can bear to part with please? Thank you for reading my message.

[@martinrivera3567]

love those rods

[@markzayn473]

martin rivera what rod is that

[@bcjdwbiernfjherwfbowfib]

Good video. The silver max is a better reel and doesn't cost much more. The drag and magnet snap in place when you turn them, where as the black max drag and magnets just turn freely, and often don't stay where you want.

[@country928]

Disagree

[@akanarwhal3973]

Im broke and this is the reel i have and have had it for about 1 and a half years it is pretty beat up but still gets the job done. I have started looking for a new reel. I have about $100 to spend now if anyone has any recommendations.

[@kristyjansson3537]

The Black Max is a GREAT reel for the money. Another one is the Okuma Stratus V from Dick's which can be had for $34.98 on sale. Great video you did here!

[@hortfishing2812]

Kristy Jansson well I don't mean to brag but I found the black max for 10 dollars and it is great reel

[@psaltyasf7165]

fishing no one gives 2 shits

[@hortfishing2812]

well said man

[@TheKenjondoe]

KOS On Blitz I mean I gave 1 shit