Spinning Reels
Lew's Speed Spin

Lew's Speed Spin Review

40
Rated 40/100 overall based on feedback from 2 users
Smoothness
4
Drag Quality
4
Casting
4
Reel Value
5
Superb

The Lew's Speed Spin is a budget-friendly spinning reel that provides solid performance in all key reel attributes. This reel will last you years on the water, and will not break the bank.

Estimated price: $59
  • Available in 1000, 2000, 3000, and 4000 sizes
  • Available ratios: 5.2:1 and 6.2:1
  • 10 ball bearings
  • Graphite housing

Summarized feedback from Bass Anglers

Reasons to buy

  • Very affordable spinning reel
  • Smooth operating with solid casting ability
  • Handles all line applications well, including braid
  • Lightweight, graphite housing with reduced flex
  • Sturdy and tight bail
  • Workhorse reel that works comfortable in both saltwater and freshwater
  • Solid and smooth drag

Reasons not to buy

  • Graphite as housing is often said to be not as durable as aluminum - but this comes down to personal preference
  • This reel won't be as smooth as some of Lew's more premium options

Reviews from our Readers

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40/100
2 users
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Smoothness
4
Drag Quality
4
Casting
4
Reel Value
5
Overall rating
10
Reviewed by: David Dejean
Dec 29, 2023
After reading all the reviews after I purchased this reel today I would not have bought a Lew’s reel (ss30 s) to many negatives. I plan on using it hopefully more than twice before it breaks off the rod, as all the reviews I have read stated. After examining the reel out of the package I see how cheap the connecting foot is to the rod. Cheap plastic. For $60. Dollars a person should get something besides a lot of hype Lew’s about how great this reel is (SS 30 S ) spinning reel. 70 negative reviews can’t all be wronge.
Overall rating
70
Reviewed by: Harry
Oct 29, 2022
Great value for money in this reel - does the job as needed.

Bottom Line

The Speed Spin is a great reel for the price you're paying. It has smooth operation, casts great, and is compatible with all line types. The lightweight graphite housing makes for long hours of comfortable angling and the drag is strong enough to handle all kinds of species. Is this reel going to outperform a Stradic? Most certainly not, but if you're on a tight budget - it'll do the job.

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About the brand

In 2010 longtime Lew Childre family friend Lynn Reeves relaunched the Lew's brand. Reeves made the promise to return the Lew's name to its place of prominence in the industry. Today, Lew's continues to provide their many avid customers with products that deliver on the promise of innovation, performance and value.

Lew's has become one of the biggest name in bass fishing, and they are working with some of the most successful anglers in the sport to continue their pursuit for innovation and quality.

Professionals that work with Lew's:

  • Kevin VanDam
  • Brian Latimer
  • David Fritts

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