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Saltwater Fishing Reels
June 29th, 2010
Pros and Cons of the Top Saltwater Fishing Reels
There are so many different saltwater fishing reels available, how do you know which one to use and when? As you already know different reels are designed to work better in different environments and with different species of fish. Therefore, the first thing you will need to do is determine where you plan on doing your fishing so you can choose the reel that will work the best for that environment.
You will also need to determine which species you are most interested in catching and whether or not you are just fishing for fun or searching for that trophy fish. When choosing your reel take into consideration that over time the saltwater will eat away at the reel so you need equipment that is designed to hold up under these conditions. Here you will find a description of the top 5 saltwater fishing reels along with the pros and cons of each one to help you determine which one would be best for you.
Spinfisher SSm
Pros - This reel was designed to handle the saltwater environment. It is made with a drag knob supported with a stainless steel shaft to prevent it from being damaged by the saltwater. It has a balance rotor that reduces the amount of fatigue the angler feels because it prevents the reel from wobbling which in turn produces a great performance. This makes it easier to handle so you struggle less and exert less energy. It has Penn's Leveline spool-wrap so you can count on the line being flat and level for every retrieval you perform. It has 5 stainless steel ball bearings, full-metal body, infinite anti-reverse and it is also available in three sizes. This one is a great design that provides a smooth performance every time.
Cons - At this time there are no bad points to report about this reel.
Abu Garcia Cardinal C3
Pros - The Abu Garcia Cardinal C3 is a good reel that performs great for any saltwater fishing. It is designed with instant anti-reverse for hook sets, which is a very important feature for the serious angler. Cleaning is a breeze, just remove three screws to clean and oil all the parts. If you do a lot of fishing this is very important to maintain the life of your reel. This reel also has a great "stamina drag system" that can hold up to long hours of hard fishing. The 5ball-bearing design makes retrieval easy and it is a great reel for anyone who enjoys fishing every chance they get.
Cons - The main complaint with this reel is the fact that it provided little in the way of instructions and so it may be difficult for an inexperienced angle to understand exactly how everything should work.
Daiwa BG-15 Spinning Reel
Pros - This spinning reel has a lot to offer with three ball bearings that provide you with smooth action when fishing. It is great for the saltwater because it is designed with a very hard anodized finish that resists corrosion. It is also made with a 5.1 to 1 gear ratio making it perfect for saltwater fishing. You will also enjoy the high performance drag system and durability of the Teflon and stainless steel washers.
Cons - The bad thing about the design of this Daiwa spinning reel is that it does not have a full time anti-reverse and it weighs approximately 12.3 ounces. This will make it more difficult for many anglers to use.
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 Vintage PENN REELS Leveline 350M Level Wind Saltwater Fishing Line Box Manual  US $26.00
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 New 61BB Aluminium Spool Power Gear Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel HFG3000 US $2.25
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 Newell P447F Saltwater Fishing Reel Nice US $104.19
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 guide gear GS66HS reel US $19.95
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 Vintage PENN REELS Leveline 350M Level Wind Saltwater Fishing Line Box Manual US $43.00
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 custom made 6 fiberglass spinning fishing rod fresh or salt 8 15 lbmarblized US $99.00
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 Vintage Ocean city true temper 112D fishing reel US $15.50
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 Daiwa BG60 Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel 3 ball bearing Japan US $23.25
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 Cabelas 20 Salt Striker Line 1 Spool Chartreuse Copolymer Saltwater Mono Penn US $15.99
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 Vintage PENN 30 International Big Game Fishing Reel US $225.00
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 Shimano TLD 10 Saltwater Fishing Reel US $63.99
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 Accurate Boss Magnum 270 Saltwater Fishing Reel US $275.00
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 Vintage Abu Garcia Cardinal 653GT 600 Series Size 3 Spinning Reel Gently Used US $40.00
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 Vintage Browning 6106 Spinning Reel Mint Condition US $15.00
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 Vintage Daiwa AS1350 Spinning Reel Near Mint Condition US $25.00
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 Penn Newell Jigmaster 501 Narrow Saltwater fishing reel US $69.99
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 Avet MXL 2 Speed Saltwater Fishing Reel US $191.38
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 Vintage Garcia Mitchell 600A Conventional Reel Works Great Excellent Shape US $45.00
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 Newell C533 4 6 Saltwater Fishing Reel US $104.00
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 Newell 440 5 Saltwater Fishing Reel US $104.00
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 Penn Senator 2 0 Saltwater fishing reel US $34.33
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 DAIWA SEALINE SL 250H SALTWATER CONVENTIONAL FISHING REEL GRAPHITE FRAME US $29.00
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 Penn International 30 TW Big Game Reel US $255.00
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 DAIWA SEALINE 400 H SALTWATER BIG GAME FISHING REEL WORKS GREAT US $46.00
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 Penn Squidder No140 Saltwater fishing reel US $29.99
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 Vintage Garcia Mitchell 302 Salt Water Fishing Reel Spinner Manual Pick Up Franc US $19.00
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 Custom made 78 graphite lamaglass heavy conventional saltwater fishing rod US $240.00
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 VINTAGE WORKING PENN JIG MASTER 500 SALTWATER FISHING REEL US $9.95
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 OKUMA CORONADO CD 65a BAITFEEDER SPINNING SALTWATER REEL US $22.00
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 OKUMA MAGDA PRO MA20DX DEPTH COUNTER FRESH SALTWATER FISHING REEL FOR LURE BAIT US $22.50
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 Shakespeare Tidewater T20LO Level Wind saltwater fishing reel US $24.95
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Zebco Sea Dog SDSP50/702MH SALTWATER Fishing Rod and Reel Combo List Price: $49.99 Sale Price: $42.99  |
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Specially designed for blue-water battles, the Zebco Sea Dog pairs a 50-size spinning reel with a 7-foot, medium-heavy, two-piece rod, giving you the tools you need to fish in rough water. The reel is pre-spooled with 12-pound line, and includes a ball-bearing drive for easy casting... |
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Zebco Sea Dog 808/C702MH SALTWATER Fishing Rod and Reel Combo List Price: $44.99 Sale Price: $39.49 |
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Specially designed for blue-water battles, the Zebco Sea Dog pairs an 808 Spincast reel with a 7-foot, medium-heavy, two-piece rod, giving you the tools you need to fish in rough water. The reel is pre-spooled with 20-pound line, and includes a ball-bearing drive and a dial-adjustable drag... |
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Zebco 808 Saltwater Grade Spincast Fishing Reel With 20 LB Line List Price: $44.99 Sale Price: $29.52 |
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Built for heavy salt water fishing, this Zebco Spincast reel holds 125 yards of 25lb test mono, and has a gear ratio of 2.58:1. |
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Quantum Saltwater Fishing Torrent TR80/TRS102MH Spin Fishing Rod and Reel Combo List Price: $74.99 Sale Price: $57.91 |
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Size 80 Reel on a 10', 2 piece. Medium Heavy Fiberglass blank with Aluminum oxide guides. |
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Zebco 808 Saltwater Fishing Reel with 1BB/7-Feet 2-Piece MH Saltfisher Fishing Rod List Price: $59.99 Sale Price: $48.33 |
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Offering true saltwater protection, this Zebco combo pairs a saltwater-grade 808 spincast reel with a 7-foot, two-piece rod, giving you the tools you need to hit the open water with confidence. The 808 spincast reel offers such features as a smooth ball-bearing drive, a 2... |
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Abu Garcia Left Hand Retrieve Black Max Low Profile Baitcast Reel (12-Pound/145-Yard) List Price: $49.95 Sale Price: Too low to display |
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MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE AND VALUE• 4 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 roller bearing provides smooth operation• Machined aluminum spool provides strength without adding excess weight• Power Disk drag system gives smooth drag performance• Duragear brass gear for extended gear life• MagTrax brake system gives consistent brake pressure throughout the cast• Compact bent handle and star provide a more ergonomic design• Recessed reel foot allows for a more ergonomic reel design• One piece graphite frame• Graphite sideplates |
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Quantum Saltwater Fishing Torrent TR40/TRS702MH Spin Fishing Rod and Reel Combo List Price: $64.99 Sale Price: $43.95 |
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Size 40 Reel on a 7', 2 piece. Medium Heavy Fiberglass blank with Aluminum oxide guides. |
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Zebco Medium Heavy Spincast Fishing Rod and Reel Combo List Price: $34.99 Sale Price: $28.99 |
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Stay on your toes and never let an opportunity pass you by again--the Zebco 808 Spincast Combo includes the Auto Bait Alert which makes a clicking sound when the line is grabbed. Coming ready to fish right out of the box with the Zebco 808 spincast reel pre-spooled with 20-pound monofilament, a 7-foot heavy action rod, this combo is ready to reel in the big ones... |
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Daiwa Sweepfire 4000B Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel Sale Price: $29.99 |
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Great features and affordable pricing make Sweepfire-B a winner for the budget conscious. Big fish don't care how much you paid for your Reel... and aren't they what it's all about? That's the beauty of the Daiwa Sweepfire series... |
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