Zebco 33 Micro Triggerspin Review - a must get due to this feature!

Durability

It may be small, but what it seems to lack in size when compared to conventional spincast reels, the Zebco 33 Micro Gold offers better quality instead. This reel's graphite frame, safely housed in stainless steel cover, allows for not only excellent durability, but smooth performance as well. 

Casting Distance and Inch Per Turn on Crank

Speaking more about performance, the Micro Gold is designed for four-pound usage. This means its excellent drag and smooth casting motion would be perfect for catching fish in stable or calm water conditions. The Zebco 33 Micro Gold can hold up to 90 yards of fishing line, which should be more than enough to get the job done. In terms of crank motion, you'd get 23 inches on each turn - a fast and smooth action when you start to pull your catch!

Considering that this is a triggerspin, the Zebco 33 Micro Gold actually combines the best out of a conventional spincast reel and the excellent balance of a spinning reel. by To get the most out of this reel's capabilities, here are a few pointers on how to cast properly: 

1. Grasp the rod with the reel located on the lower part.
2. Align the trigger with your index finger.
3. Start the cast by pulling back and holding the trigger then tilt the rod approximately at the one o'clock position.
4. Gently snap the rod forward.
5. Once you are near the end of the casting motion, simply release the trigger.
6. For aiming, simply point the rod's tip towards the spot where you want to cast.
7. Considering the ultralight built, there's no need for a strong back cast - all it takes is a simple and gentle motion to cast this reel!
8. For better casting, consider your motion - it's all in the wrist to properly cast with this spincast reel.
9. In case your line gets stuck on some foliage or on the shoreline, simply tug and twitch on the rod to reset your position.
10. Once you're used to casting, experiment with other variations such as the sidearm for low casts and the roll cast for shorter yet more accurate casts.

Zebco even has its own short yet cool tutorial on how to cast a triggerspin - check it out here!

Zebco 33 Micro Triggerspin Extra Features

There are some fine enhancements integrated into this reel. For precision control, reeling back fish not only fast, but in an accurate manner as well. The Zebco 33 Micro Gold has a built-in MicroFine dial-adjustable drag feature to get precise pulling power without losing out on both integrity and speed. Stable performance is also assured, considering that this is a rather light reel. The Zebco 33 Gold Micro addresses both issues with its excellent quick anti-reverse clutch. No need to fumble when it comes to get a line in or out the water with this enhancement!

Ease of Use

It's all about that peace of mind anglers deserve. No need to fret over tangled lines or slow casting and reeling motions. The Zebco 33 Gold Micro is built to be really easy to use so that both beginner and pro anglers can maximize its usage.

Tough Construction

It may be light, but this fishing reel is built to last. Aside from the mentioned quality materials used in this reel, the Zebco 33 Micro Gold also makes use of ceramic pick-up pins (dual type) which both improves the smooth retrieval process and increases the reel's integrity.

Ambidextrous Benefit

Emphasizing just how easy to use this reel is, the Zebco 33 Gold is built in an ambidextrous form. This conforms to the angler's hand orientation, making it a nice choice to consider (no need for pesky adjustments!). Adjusting the reel is easy - simply screw the handle piece to your preferred hand orientation!

Remember its Ultralight Reel Identity

Although specifically categorized, some anglers tend to forget the Zebco 33 Micro Gold reel's classification. As an ultralight fishing reel, this triggerspin is meant for small prey. Using this option on fast-moving water or catching bigger fish may result in a struggle - know your catch and plan ahead to avoid disappointment!

Why Super Tune Your Zebco 33 Micro Gold Reel?

Essentially, super tuning this reel means getting better control out of the spool. Doing so will not only help tighten the line found within the reel - it'll help improve casting distances and lenthen the lifespan of the reel as well.

Super Tuning the Zebco 33 Micro Triggerspin 

This fishing reel is integrated with a 3 ball bearing system (essentially 2, with another one for the clutch part, a roller bearing that assists the anti-reverse function of the reel). This super tuning process essentially adds one more ball into the system to improve the retrieval process (basically making it smoother). Additionally, service and cleaning is part of this process (you'd want to make sure your reel's clean before actually super tuning it, to get the best results anyway!). Before anything else though, prep your tools for this super tune process:

• Screwdriver
• Pliers (needlenose variant)
• Brush
• Reel Oil/lubricant
• Reel/bearing grease
• Triflow grease
• WD-40 lubricant
• Compressed Air
• Rags (for polishing)
• Additional bearing (10 x 6 x 33mm variant, for the actual super tuning part)

Once you've prepped your tools, get ready to start servicing (cleaning) and supertuning the reel:

1. Take the nose and twist the front spinner cap off in a counterclockwise motion.
2. Take the spinner cone off.
3. Next, take the spool off by using a screwdriver (take note of the drag washers - two stainless steel, the other pair made out of Teflon - found on the spool).
4. Inspect the drag adjustment washer (made out of two pieces, a stainless steel spring and a gear mechanism).
5. Take out the tiny adjusted located near the drag adjustment washer.
6. Unscrew the side piece of the reel to take the handle off.
7. Once you've taken the handle off, simply pry off the case surrounding the inner shield.
8. Inspect the reel interior. The Zebco 33 Micro gold comes with a Teflon ball bearing - opt to have this replaced with a stainless steel one to get better performance.
9. Remove the interior shaft by taking off the bushing.
10. Using pliers, remove the retaining clip to loosen up the gears and bearings.
11. Take the bearing and center shaft out using a screwdriver. Be careful not to damage the tiny washers in these parts.
12. Remove the remaining bearings by scooping them out with the screwdriver's end.
13. Once you've taken out all the gears and bearings, wipe down the reel's shell, nose, and spinner cap with a rag.
14. Once you've wiped the shell, work on the smaller parts like the gears and bearings. 
15. Make sure to brush all parts first to remove dust or other particles on it.
16. Apply WD-40 on the mechanisms for proper lubrication. After applying, make sure to brush again to even out the lubricant.
17. Spray compressed air on lubricated parts for proper and even application.
18. For spinner caps, apply some grease for additional lubrication.
19. Bigger shaft parts and washers should also be applied with grease.
20. Once all parts have been cleaned, reverse the process to put the reel back together.
21. Please take note that before placing a part back, first apply oil to get everything back in order.
22. Coat some oil and grease on the the shaft and gears before placing them back. 
23. Here's the super tuning part - aside from placing back the bearings, both replace these with better ones and adding one more into the reel.
24. Inspect the additional bearing installation by rolling the part - you'd notice a smoother roll if you got this right!
25. Place the back and caps back on - applying a little grease within should help in adding more lubrication in the reel as well.
26. For the drag adjustment washer, apply some Triflow grease around the whole shart portion.
27. Place the handle back on. Check if spinning the handle is smoother and faster.
28. Apply some grease on the spool and spinner cap. Tighten the fixture.
29. Polish the entire reel once it's put back together.
30. Test the drag and notice if it's smoother.

Essentially, the end result is the Zebco 33 Micro Gold Triggerspin now having 4 bearings: one anti-reverse, a main shaft bearing, and two bearings located on each end side of the shaft.

How to Replace the Zebco 33 Triggerspin’s Line

Replacing this reel's fishing line is easy. Here's how you can do it:

1. Prep your replacement line. Take note that the Zebco 33 Micro Gold is meant for four-pound usage, so please use an appropriate line for its settings.
2. Next, take the old line off from the reel by gently wrapping the fishing line end around your hand. 
3. Once you've wrapped it neatly, release the remaining line by pressing the spool release button found on the reel.
4. Open the Zebco 33 spool cover.
5. Cut the remaining line found in the interior spool.
6. Grasping the replacement line, thread it through the hole located in the center of the spool cover. Position it around the reel's spool.
7. Once it's inside, attach the end of the fishing line by knotting it to the spool itself. Make sure that this is done tightly and that the extra line from the knot is neatly clipped off.
8. Place back the spool cover on the reel.
9. Slightly pull back the line then wind in onto the reel. Do this by turning the reel's handle.

Simple does it!