I always like the way an ultralight combo magnifies the feel of the fish at the end of the line, Willie!

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Haha😄, as do I but this one seems to do it a little bit more, mostly in the “cranking” part of the retrieve. You can really feel it.. you definitely have to pull then crank, like you’re really in a Tuna😄.. it’s not extreme but different. The Shakespeares, The Century’s, they do it as well but not as noticeable.. maybe I’m just paying more attention to the gear growl when I’m using them🤣. To this point however, I like the reel.. from what I’ve seen, the only thing I have to be worried about is the button under the rubber boot breaking.. it’s the only plastic part on the reel.

What a great evening, catching multiple fish in a short time frame...SOOoo much FUN. Thank You for the intel on the New Reel. Keep it up Willy !!

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

It truly was a remarkable hour in the rain!! Hopefully it’s a beginning to a wonderful season.. As always, you’re very welcome and thanks for watching!! Willie

Wow! I never thought I'd see anything made in the last fifty years on this channel! Nice looking reel! Looked like a good day to go fishing too!

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

I just saw this!! Funny Man!! Yes, New is a strange feeling.. 😵‍💫

Small fish that feel big? Exactly what I need 🤣

@TheGraytOutdoors

2 ай бұрын

😂lol, it’s good for about 5 to 7 fish, then it gets old.. I have another video coming out very soon on the Zebco Delta.. a slightly less expensive that may be the better choice, more testing to come.. 😉

OMG, I have been trying to find videos on the Bullet 20 for hours and YT algorithm just wasn’t trying to give them to me. But then I was bless with your video and your personality. Super entertaining video. Can’t wait to see all your other vids!!!😂

@TheGraytOutdoors

2 ай бұрын

🤠Hello there!! I was a little hopped up on coffee and just trying to find a good way to make a video on a fishing reel be a little more interesting than just a “review”.. I have sporadic tendencies😁. That reel seems to work pretty well but due to its fast gear ratio, it tends to make small fish seem larger, which in some peoples eye, might be or seem like a good thing😃. It definitely gives you more of a fight. I’m preparing to do a video on the Delta as well. A slightly lower priced Zebco ($65 new) just to see how much of a difference there is between the two and if spending that extra $35 is worth it.. Thanks so much for watching and despite my over caffeinated ramblings, I hope you got something from the video that actually helped you!! Again, thanks!! Willie

That Zebco Bullet casts as far as a bait cast reel. I experienced the same thing reeling-in fish. It feels like you are working a winch compared to the vintage spin casters. It must have something to do with the gear ratio and big handle. It's great to see you're having fun again! Andy

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Hey Andy🤠 Yes Sir, I definitely needed that.. I was hyped up on coffee and cinnamon rolls so if I would’ve went out there and not caught anything my sugar crash may have been extreme carnage 😄. I’m seriously thinking about getting the larger version just to have them both. Only downfall I’ve seen is the plastic button under the rubber boot. The hinge pins can break. So I guess we’ll just have to see how it goes!! Thanks for watching Andy!! Hope all is well with ya!! Willie

Hey Willie, love your videos. I''m also a Vintage Reel guy so your content is fun for me to watch. You mentioned it is more difficult to reel in the fish with that reel compared to say the old Johnsons. I was watching a video the other day that discussed this same thing. The higher the gear ratio (some are even 10:1 nowadays) the harder it is to reel in. If you're comparing that reel with the older Johnsons the gear ratio is about twice as high for the Zebco. The Century gear ratios were right around 3:1, that one is almost 6:1. Hope that helps.

@TheGraytOutdoors

3 ай бұрын

Hey there🤠, Yes after doing the homework and realizing how much quicker the Zebco’s retrieve was it all made sense. I really should’ve waited to make that statement after I did the homework😂. The physics of a “spin cast reel” compared to say a bait caster or spinning reel are very different and when you add quicker gear ratios to a spin cast reel, it’s going to be harder to retrieve and make a small fish seem larger. Personally, I’ll stick with my vintage equipment. I’d rather pay $100 for something old and mint in the box than spend that same $100 on something new that’s just trying to reinvent the wheel.. Since you’re a vintage equipment guy yourself, I believe you understand where I’m coming from😄. Thanks so much for watching and commenting!! I appreciate it very much!! Willie

It's the heat ratio that make small fish feel bigger. Most spincasts are like 4:1. Works like a winch.

That's an impressive spin caster, looks like a blast! Ill have to swing by Cabela's and check one of those out!

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

The sale at BPS is the only way I would’ve bought it.. I’m not spending that kinda money on a spin caster no matter how good it is, simply because I can put $100 to better use on something else.. I’ve got a ton of old Spincasters that’ll do the job. Maybe not as elegantly but still get the job done. I even thought about going to get the bigger version (30) but I honestly would only be doing for content purposes because I truly don’t NEED it and again, that’s $63 I can use elsewhere. I’d been wanting to try out the better made Zebco, I have now and I’m impressed to this point..

Man you were slayin' em!! I have a bullet and love it. So smooth.

@paulbohn1971

4 ай бұрын

I found your channel in the coments of my favorite youtuber the great outdoors I hope the sub helps your channel your fellow youtuber paul in p.a

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Hey there🤠 Yes I was having an extremely active afternoon.. I finally just stopped to come home and edit.. The Bullet to this point is impressive.. It’s gonna go out on a lot of outings this year, we’ll see how it holds up.. 😉

What a great day on the water! Very nice Crappie and Bass on that size 20 Bullet. They are nice but kind of heavy, built like a tank. The standard Bullet 30 size is nice but the MG is a bit lighter. They just don’t have much toque so you really need to use the rod to move the fish, and reel in line. Fish on!!!

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Hey there🤠 Yes it was truly a great way to start the season. I’m very glad it turned out that way. Spending that kinda money on a rod and reel and then NOT catching anything could’ve been a catastrophe!! lol 😂 I was very impressed with the distance of cast and how smooth it retrieved.. but the gear ratio definitely gives you the idea your catch is larger than it actually is.. It’ll be interesting to see what something in the 2 to 3lb range will be like. I’m came very close to going back and getting the size 30 but this was just an experiment that I’ve been wanting to try for quite some time.. so far, I’m enjoying the outcome.. Thanks for watching and commenting!! I appreciate it! Willie

I have a 30 Bullet and Omega Pro,love em both..caught a number of bass on both.Never got the hang of my baitcast reel..

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Baitcasters and I have that “Love/Hate Relationship” so many people talk about. I love bait casters but I hate untangling, it takes time away from fishing. So far, this Bullet is impressive in a couple of places.. casting distance and being very smooth.. only thing I’ve noticed is that it seems to make smaller fish feel larger. You definitely have to pull with the rod, then retrieve a lot, even with smaller fish. I’m looking very forward to using this reel more and am actually thinking about getting a larger version.. I bought the 20 however, if I can go get the 30 for the same price, it might happen. Nothing wrong with just having it around.. for testing purposes of course 😉😄

@deckard313

4 ай бұрын

I havnt really noticed the smaller bigger thomg that you have...bit Im not that tuned into like you....might pick up a 20 size to replace my spin setup...my Piscifun spin reel doesnt seem to be holding up...only 2 years old and feeling weird to me...sometimes the bail doent flip and anti reverse gets a miss...

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

@@deckard313 Now maybe the gear ratio from the 20 to the 30 is a bit different and I won’t notice it as much. The only way to know is to get one I guess🫣. Sadly, I’ve heard other stories like yours about the Piscifun reels. I’ve had other friends that have mentioned the long term issues with them.. they just don’t seem to hold up. I have two left maybe three but I don’t use them as much as I did simply because of all the other reels I’ve acquired (vintage reels) and enjoy fishing with. I’ve given away several Piscifun to friends and actually can’t see myself really owning anymore. But as soon as Bass Pro opens, another hour and half, I’m gonna head down there and see what they have left..🤫😉

Best way to start my day watching your video love yo you and yours frome paul in p.a

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Hey Paul! I very much appreciate your loyalty to the channel!! It’s good people like yourself that keep my goofy butt in front of the camera.. Willie

@paulbohn1971

4 ай бұрын

@@TheGraytOutdoors it's an honor to be your friend

Great video, Willie, I really like that new Zebco Bullet Spin Case Reel, it looks like what a Pro Version of a spin cast reel should look and perform like, very nice! You really got in some pretty quick action today and landed some nice crappie and a couple of respectful bass, however, Willie, may I suggest that you might think about moderating your intake of caffeine, it was like Willie on Steroids, LOL. As far as a suggestion on a reel to try with the Bullet, how about the Country Mile reel, anyway, take care and be safe!

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Hey CJ🤠, Yes, I do love a cup of coffee!! But that’s why I only have one in the morning.. The Bullet isn’t too shabby.. I enjoyed using it and definitely caught enough to understand how it’s going to be next time out.. Now we just need to see how long it’ll hold up before its first issue.. The country mile you say🤔.. ok, I’ll have to through that one into the mix just for fun!! Thanks CJ!! Willie

Hi Willie, WOW!!! You were hot on catching the fish. For me they were all nice sized. I'd say the reel and rod worked very well. Plus, you know what you're doing out there. I only knew of night crawlers, in my days. Hey, they worked for us. I would like to see just a variety of reels to try starting out. I would like to see some of the Chinese reels. I'm very curious if they are any different, when casting. Any others will do for me. Tell Chris, Evan, and Steven Hi and Boo, meow. Hope all are well. Take care and stay safe till next time. ❤❤❤❤❤

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Howdy Skye🤠 That reel worked pretty well, I was impressed but still not sure it’s a $100 fishing reel. There’s nothing wrong with bobbers and worms, many a day I went out digging in the yard, rolling logs, and lifting concrete rain gutters to get worms to go fish with. Now I use the Berkley Crappie bites because I don’t like carry live bait around. What kinda fishing rod and reel do you have now, Skye? Everyone says Hi Skye and meow🐈‍⬛ Thanks for watching, Willie

@skyedancer3106

4 ай бұрын

@@TheGraytOutdoors sad to say, I don't have either just yet. I hope to get a rod and reel before summer. I need one for my son too. I'm thinking at Ollie's maybe.

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

@@skyedancer3106 Ollie’s is an excellent option.. they usually always have something to choose from.. They should sponsor me with as much stuff as I buy from them. 😂

@skyedancer3106

4 ай бұрын

@@TheGraytOutdoors Thank you Wilie.

Dang! Thats a big crappie!

@TheGraytOutdoors

Ай бұрын

Hey there! Yes there’s quite a few of those beasts in there, some over 2lbs easily.. that’s why I review equipment there. It’s a guaranteed fish catching place and who wants to see a review on a fishing equipment where no fish are caught 😂.. Thanks for watching!! Willie

It don’t tangle because the spool oscillates. I got 2 of them. Perfect for my wife. The zero omegas are good as well and cheaper.

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Hey there🤠, I was pleasantly surprised at how smooth it retrieved and how far it would cast a 1/16th oz jig.. For what I paid, $63, I’m happy so far.. However, as of yesterday I also purchased a Zebco Delta which is supposedly the lower end but is still is a 7 bearing reel. I’m gonna do a comparison of the Bullet and the Delta as soon as the weather gets a bit better..

I needed to ask you a reel question the other day.

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Ask away, can’t promise “reel” answers but I’ll try my best!! 😄

The lucky rod.

It's just the great ratio It's a lot higher

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

It definitely moves along quite well.. I had to slow it down a bit on some occasions..

Zibby 33

¿What size is?

@TheGraytOutdoors

3 ай бұрын

Hi there, This is the Zebco Bullet model 20. It’s the smaller reel with 80 yards of 6lb line, 5.8:1 gear ratio, 10lb drag, and 8+1 bearings. Very smooth🤠

@user-dr6pn6lw5j

3 ай бұрын

@@TheGraytOutdoors I am thinking of using the zebco bullet for medium and large trout. Do you think I should use the 20 0 30? Because trout teeth tend to damage 6lb line and I'm thinking of size 30 for 10lb line.

@TheGraytOutdoors

3 ай бұрын

@@user-dr6pn6lw5j Well, I would say it really depends on a few things.. Like, running water(rapids) that will make a 2lb trout feel like a 10lb trout or calm slow flowing water. Also, you have to remember that the 30 is a physically larger reel.. I don’t have huge hands so I prefer the 20 over the 30 just because of that alone. I’ve caught some pretty large fish on 4,6, and 8lb line so the 6 and 8lb lines are fine with me. The max drag is 10lb on the 20 so if you think that you’re going exceed that range, then the 30 is 12lb… Honestly, it’s very hard to tell someone what they need for their style of fishing. Because on many occasions I’ve used something that wasn’t designed to do what I was using it for😂. So all I can do is give you my “personal opinion” on what I’d use if I were trying to do what you’re doing and it’s just my opinion only! I think the 20 is fine but if you can tolerate the “size” of the 30 go with that.. There’s only 80yds of 6lb mono on the 20 but I’ve heard of people using braided line on the 20, if that’s true, you could definitely get some added strength by doing that.. 🤔Maybe I should do a video on using braided line on the Bullet? 😳. So for me personally, I’d use the 20.. but before you make a decision, get a few more opinions on the subject, just in case. I’ve still got more testing to do on that reel.. By the way, I also bought a “Zebco Delta” that I’m going to do a comparison against the Bullet very soon.. Hope I helped you a little bit, thanks for watching!! Willie

@user-dr6pn6lw5j

3 ай бұрын

​@@TheGraytOutdoorsThank you very much you gained a new subscriber

@TheGraytOutdoors

3 ай бұрын

@@user-dr6pn6lw5j I thank you very much! Please keep me informed of your decision and how it goes!! This reel is new to me as well because most everything I use is vintage and I’ve seen various different opinions on the Bullet but so far, I’ve had no issues with it.. Good luck and thanks again!! Willie

Will never consider any closed cast to be worth $100

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Hey there🤠, I have to say, Its worked well to this point, it did what it was designed to do. I wouldn’t have ever spent that much money on one either but my reasons are more financial than product type. I use Spincast reels almost every time I go out but it’s because I’ve always been a fan of the underdog and it adds another level of challenge to the trip. There may be $100 worth of technology in that reel but my vintage will do the same thing and some of them I only paid a couple dollars for but they’re worth way more to me.. I found them, I fixed them, and I caught fish with them.. That to me at this stage of the game is what it’s about, guess it’s called getting old😂. Thanks for watching!! 🤠

@mikecarr1378

2 ай бұрын

@@TheGraytOutdoors I'm like you . I like spincast reels and have used them for over 30 years, they are great !

You wore me put just watching upur introduction. So i had to turn you off. Mow in have to go have s cup of coffee.

@TheGraytOutdoors

Ай бұрын

Coffee is the beverage of the Gods!! Have a cup then try again.. it’ll make more sense.. Thanks for trying.. 😂

horrible reel. about every other cast the line wraps around the inside of the top of the reel. Have to take off the cover and untangle it.

@TheGraytOutdoors

Ай бұрын

Hey there! You know, it’s funny.. I hear from people that have great luck with that reel and those who’ve had terrible luck with it.. so far ( and I say that cautiously) I’ve had no actual issues with the the Bullet.. I think the gear ratio is a bit much but I intend to keep on using it until I have some kind of major problem.. I use mostly vintage equipment so it may be a while before it goes back out. The next little experiment will be braided line.. thanks for watching!! Willie

@joshpashia637

Ай бұрын

​​@@TheGraytOutdoorsI run 20lb power pro braid on a mono backer and my Bullet MG Johnny morris carbonlite 7" MH setup has no issues at all pulling in big bass. With just a 10inch culprit on a 4 hook i can bomb casts like 40 yards. Due to the nature of how the line has a quick bend inside the reel I feel like braid works better with the drag system as well because mono with high enough drag will start to stretch and flatten out a little causing weak points in the line.

@TheGraytOutdoors

Ай бұрын

@@joshpashia637 Hey there, I have every intention of putting some 20lb braid on that reel and doing a little top water and crank bait fishing with it. I have a 7’ med/heavy rod sitting there waiting.. At this point, I haven’t had any issues with the reel but I’ve heard some horror stories.. So I guess I’d have to say, there’s a lot more testing in its future.. Thanks for watching and commenting!! Willie

@descantinginsalubrious

7 күн бұрын

@@joshpashia637 I was wondering how well the reel performs with NON mono line. Have you tried Flouro? Thanks for your sharing your experience and setup.

@joshpashia637

6 күн бұрын

@@descantinginsalubrious I didn't try fluro something I can say though is on a spinner bait or crank bait it will shake your hands plum off running braid you feel every little vibration. I tested the setup for a while never had any issues with it it's my mom's setup now for catfishing and she loves it. My main 2 rigs are a Shimano Stradic on a carbonlite 7ft rod MH and a lews Hypermag on the same rod setup. I prefer MH for the fishing that I can toss a worm forever on these setups running braid as well. The Stradic is a really good reel I think I prefer my lews over it though it's just super smooth and takes no effort to start cranking Stradic takes a bit off the hit but it's smooth as well

I personally love this reel and i use it for skipping lures under docks without a backlash... I have to say that i absolutely love your left handed hillbilly farmer persona.... sometimes, a little Red Neck is refreshing too....

@TheGraytOutdoors

4 ай бұрын

Hey there! I’m so use to my relics that trying out something new is almost scary.. That reel is extremely smooth and casts a mile. The rod I set it up with was incredibly comfortable and with them together I made easy one handed casts.. I’m actually looking quite forward to giving it a work out this season just to see how it holds up. Will it be like it’s early relatives and be around 50 years later or is it going to be a “use it till it dies” and put it in a drawer kinda thing? We’ll see I guess. Thank you for the compliment!! I think 🤔.. 😁My Brother use to say I was The “Red Neck” Marx Brother🥸I’m just me doing what I do.. and enjoying it.. and very humbled and happy that others like yourself are as well.. Thank you so much for watching and commenting!! I very much appreciate it!! Willie