Is the 9.5:1 ratio too fast for general bass fishing?

It is fast. It shines for burning crankbaits, buzzbaits and pitching, but slow-rolling jigs and deep cranking take more effort because torque is lower than a 7:1 reel.

How much line does it hold?

120 yards of 12-pound mono or 120 yards of 50-pound braid. That is enough for most bass fishing but limited for long runs.

Does it have an externally adjustable brake?

Yes. The QuietCast centrifugal brake has six pins and adjusts from outside the side plate, so you can tune it for lure weight without opening the reel.

Is the frame metal or graphite?

It is a one-piece aluminum frame with an aluminum side plate, which keeps it rigid and relatively light.

What is the gear ratio and line pickup?

9.5:1, which retrieves 40 inches of line per turn of the handle.

Is it good for saltwater?

It is built for freshwater bass fishing. The bearings are shielded, but the reel is not sealed for saltwater use.

Where is the LEWS HYPERSPEED LFS BAITCAST REEL cheapest?

At eBay, for $194.99, as of our latest check.

Where can I buy the LEWS HYPERSPEED LFS BAITCAST REEL?

16 stores we checked sell it, including Waterloo Outfitters, Fisherman's Central, Lake Pro Tackle, Copperstate Florida, Lake Fork Resort.

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LEWS HYPERSPEED LFS BAITCAST REEL

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What reviewers say

Owners of Lew's speed reels generally praise the fast retrieve and smooth cranking, and the externally adjustable brake is a common favorite for quick lure changes. Some note the high ratio takes more effort on heavy loads.

What people mention

Retrieve speedPraisedOwners like how quickly the 9.5:1 ratio takes up slack and brings lures back.
SmoothnessPraisedThe bearing system and Speed Gears are described as running smooth.
Brake adjustmentPraisedThe externally adjustable centrifugal brake is easy to tune without opening the reel.
TorqueMixedSome anglers say the high gear ratio makes winching heavy fish or deep baits harder work.
Line capacityCriticisedThe 120-yard capacity is seen as tight for long casts or larger fish.

About the LEWS HYPERSPEED LFS BAITCAST REEL

The Lew's HyperSpeed LFS is the fastest baitcast reel in the Team Lew's line. It has a 9.5:1 gear ratio and a 40-inch recovery per turn (RPT). It is built for speed cranking big baits and pulling fish out of heavy cover.

The reel has a lightweight, one-piece aluminum frame and side plate. Inside is a 10-bearing system of stainless steel double-shielded ball bearings greased with Speed Lube. The Speed Gears are hard anodized aluminum alloy, precision cut on Hamai CNC machines. They are paired with a P2 SuperPinion bearing-supported pinion gear.

A Zero Reverse one-way clutch bearing controls the retrieve. The 6-pin QuietCast externally adjustable centrifugal brake (ACB) manages casting. A retractable Speed Keeper hook keeper secures lures and Texas rigged baits without scratching the reel.

Gear ratio

9.5:1

Retrieve speed

40-inch RPT (recovery per turn)

Frame

One-piece aluminum frame and side plate

Bearings

10 stainless steel double-shielded ball bearings, greased with Speed Lube

Gears

Hard anodized aluminum alloy Speed Gears, Hamai CNC cut, with P2 SuperPinion bearing-supported pinion gear

Anti-reverse

Zero Reverse one-way clutch bearing