KastKing Centron 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

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’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!

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!

Badass reel! Light weight but feels solid. No crazy sounds like other budget reels. Very Smooth drag. Purchased to teach my son how to use bait casters I’ve been dealing with KastKing for almost 6 years and I’ve only had one issue. My first Royale Legend bait caster, 5 years ago, was very loud when casting after using it only twice. I contacted the company they apologized for the issue, sent me a new Royale Legend bait caster and threw in the Royale Legend spinning reel for the inconvenience. Since then I’ve had no issues and I’ve been a loyal customer. I have nothing bad to say about Kastking! An amazing company hands down

Great value for such a great reel. I've got three kastking reels that i use all summer long. And I've given two to my family. Very easy casting. Easy to adjust fire different lure weights. Casts great.

Really good reel and would prefer u to buy I have caught countless of fish (5 pounds) and the drag was set to the max and it didn't budge and casting was really good but you also have to adjust it after every lure and it functions really well and the durability is amazing I think I dropped it like 10 times and it's fairly small but I'm still wondering how they got the drag to be so good

This is a legit Bait-caster real. NO! Kick-back or rat nest. Smooth cast and retrieval. My favorite fishing 🎣 gear

Works perfect