Mitchell Avocast 8000 Review

Posted by Keith on September 2, 2009 under Carp and Coarse Fishing, Tackle Reviews | Be the First to Comment

Mitchell Avocast 8000

(Review courtesy of Nuts about Carp.)

What a surprise this one was! I confess to not really liking much that has fallen out of the Mitchell camp for some many years now.

I had a few match reels many years back but in fairness they were never really upto the grade of the shimano’s and dawia reels of the similar price tag.

With much of my angling using braided line for both fishing and for spodding and marking, my reels need to be able to handle this and of course last through the rigors of fishing sometimes 4 days every week!

The Avocast was a real shock, as it feels super sturdy and incredibly smooth for just over £100!

You really feel this is in the executive class of reel instead of the relatively cheap mid priced reel bracket.

The body is rubberized and protected against salt water intrusion which will help you sea fishing boys no end!

The ventilated spool helps to dry out braided line……those of you in the know will jump for joy at this as you know it will aid in the line lay and help to stop the braid from ‘bedding in’.

The over sized handle and huge winching power make this a real quality spod reel.

Retrieving line is done with ease and although I haven’t used them for actually catching fish…..I can only begin to imagine how delightful they would be to use.

Front drag, instant anti reverse & 6 bearings certainly make it a smooth customer to work with.

Definitely time to give Mitchell another try.

Well done to the Pure Fishing Camp!

Available instore now!