Fishing Reel Penn
How to find the right spinning rod and reel by David Taylor
Most spinning rods and reels can be expressly labelled as saltwater and freshwater. Saltwater Fishing Tackle, reels especially, were always significantly more expensive compared to freshwater tackle. This price tag often reflected manufacturers struggle in producing affordable tackle which would not easily give way to corrosion. It is good that all of this is a thing of the past.
Majority of newly produced fishing rods and reels, with some minor exceptions, are manufactured from such materials so to make them less susceptible to corrosion caused by saltwater. Although most manufacturers still recommend for fishing tackle, reels especially, to be rinsed off in tap water after each use in order to prolong the life of equipment.
Over the years tackle manufactures have developed various technologies which allowed them to introduce materials like fiberglass, graphite and e-glass to the world of fishing tackle. They all have experimented quite a bit with these material and most of the time have come up with remarkable products.
The key to success in the world of so much competition from so many manufacturers is in ability to produce well balanced equipment. Well balanced fishing rods, poles and reels are essential for good casting. For this reason all manufacturers put guidelines on their products advising anglers which lines and lures are best suited to their fishing rods and reels.
If you are new to all this, I have written a series of reports on various spinning rods and reels such as for baitcasting and for light, medium and heavy tackle spinning. This one is mainly about the fishing rods and reels for heavy saltwater spinning or very large fresh water fish.
Due to the sheer weight, there reels are not really intended for all day use. An average reel should carry around 300 yards of 30 lb test line. But line capacity can very significantly from one manufacturer to another. Nice quality spinning reels are usually made by manufactures such as Daiwa, Shimano, Abu Garcia, Penn, Hardy Greys Chub, Leeda and Wychwood and many other. You can find most of these in your local fishing shop or in any online fishing shop.
Spinning reels should only be used with spinning rods and not with any other rods. This is because only spinning rods have an upside down reel seat. Spinning rods come in variety of length and types. When choosing a rod for your spinning reel keep in mind where you are going to fish and which fishing tackle you will be using.
You can combine your reel with anything from 9 feet to as much as 14 feet long surfcasting fishing rods. In such combination baits can be casted long way away from the shore. These rods would usually comprise of 2 or more parts which have to be joined together. This can be handy if you are planning to travel a long distance with your rod. Some angels prefer to use specially made one piece rods. These can usually be made to order in most reputable fishing shops.
You can also combine these reels with 7 foot length rods for the purpose of big game fishing on a boat. Or generally to cast and retrieve rigs and lures.
One major enemy of spinning reels is a line twist. But this is not the case for all tackle spinners because most middle and top range models with better size spools don’t have this problem. It’s only the lower range models which have rather narrow spools cannot always seem to cope with the monofil line. One way to eliminate this problem is to take out the line spool from the reel and spray it with a special lubricant which can be purchased from most fishing shops or online.
At last, the use of adequate weight rigs is also very important, especially if you are casting large baits. If you are not sure about what size rig you should be using, just visit a fishing shop and ask for advice.
About the Author
You can also find more information about fishing rods and all other fishing tackle on the website of Angling Direct. Angling Direct provides educational information about fishing and is a leading online fishing shop.
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Penn Affinity 1000 Spinning Reel $178.48 This Penn Affinity 1000 Spinning Reel features full metal construction and a worm drive gear system. Fishing reel also has 5.1:1 gear ratio and infinite anti-reverse.Brand: PennFeatures: 8 stainless steel ball bearingsMade of: MetalSize: 1000Weight: 1.25 pounds |
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Pure Fishing 440SSg Penn Spinfisher SSg Reel Graphite 6bb 20010 No. $163.93 5 Stainless steel ball bearings 1 infinite antireverse roller bearing. Lightweight and corrosionresistant graphite body. HT100 drag washer. Sealed drag knob. Stainless steel main shaft. Technobalanced rotor. Failfree bail spring. Trip friction ramp. Penn Leveline wrap system. |
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Pure Fishing 209M Penn Levelwind Reel Clam Pack Size 209M $101.77 Precisionmachined stainless steel pinion manganesebronze main gear softgrip counterbalanced handle and lightweight composite side plates. |
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Pure Fishing 309M Penn Levelwind Reel Clam Pack Size 309M $105.28 Precisionmachined stainless steel pinion manganesebronze main gear softgrip counterbalanced handle and lightweight composite side plates. |
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Pure Fishing 320GT2 Penn Super Levelwind Reel 29020 No. 4.31 $182.16 2 ball bearings (345GTI model has 4 ball bearings). Lightweight onepiece graphite frame and side plates blackanodized spool manganesebronze main gear HT100 powered drag system. |
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Pure Fishing 500L Penn Jigmaster Reel 275 Yard30 $145.71 Quick takeapart frame makes it easy to change spools with different line weights. Blackanodized aluminum spool. Durable and lightweight composite side plates. Manganesebronze main gear. Stanless steel pinion. Ht100 powered Drag System. Counterbalanced handle with oversized fighting knob. Corrosionresistant chromeplated external parts. |
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Pure Fishing 430SSg Penn Spinfisher SSg Reel Graphite 6bb 2006 No. Size 430ssg $145.71 5 Stainless steel ball bearings 1 infinite antireverse roller bearing. Lightweight and corrosionresistant graphite body. HT100 drag washer. Sealed drag knob. Stainless steel main shaft. Technobalanced rotor. Failfree bail spring. Trip friction ramp. Penn Leveline wrap system. |
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Pure Fishing 850SSm Penn Spinfisher SSm Reel Metal 5 bb 1rb 25025 No. 10 Size 850ssm $273.28 5 Stainless steel ball bearings. 1 infinite antireverse roller bearings. HT100 drag washer. Sealed drag knob. Stainless steel main shaft. Technobalanced rotor. Failfree bail spring. Penn Leveline wrap system. Oversized ergonomic power knob on 850SSm and 950SSm models. |
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Pure Fishing 750SSm Penn Spinfisher SSm Reel Metal 5bb 1rb 25020 No. Size 750ssm $255.06 5 Stainless steel ball bearings. 1 infinite antireverse roller bearings. HT100 drag washer. Sealed drag knob. Stainless steel main shaft. Technobalanced rotor. Failfree bail spring. Penn Leveline wrap system. Oversized ergonomic power knob on 850SSm and 950SSm models. |
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Plastic Fly Fishing Spinning Reel Gear $5.99 Description:This Fly Fishing Reel is an ideal fishing tackle for your fishing box Plastic spool and frame 1 Ball BearingBalanced spoolEasy to change left to right hand retrieval conversionPrecision drag systemDiameter: 6cmWeight: 42g |
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Pure Fishing 114H2 Penn Special Senator Reel 6O 45050 No. 2.91 Size 114H2 $254.46 2 Shielded stainless steel ball bearings precisionmachined stainless steel pinion gear highstrength manganesebronze main gears multidisc star drag system anodized aluminum spool convertible power handle heavyduty clicker highstrength graphite rod clamp. |
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Pure Fishing 310GT2 Penn Super Levelwind Reel 33015 No. 4.21 Size 310GT2 $182.16 2 ball bearings (345GTI model has 4 ball bearings). Lightweight onepiece graphite frame and side plates blackanodized spool manganesebronze main gear HT100 powered drag system. |
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Pure Fishing 113L2 Penn Senator Reel 4Oh 44030 No. 2.01 Size 113L2 $193.03 2 Shielded stainless steel ball bearings precisionmachined stainless steel pinion gear highstrength manganesebronze main gears multidisc star drag system anodized aluminum spool convertible power handle heavyduty clicker highstrength graphite rod clamp. |
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Pure Fishing 330GT2 Penn Super Levelwind Reel 33030 No. 3.61 Size 330GT2 $200.38 2 ball bearings (345GTI model has 4 ball bearings). Lightweight onepiece graphite frame and side plates blackanodized spool manganesebronze main gear HT100 powered drag system. |
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Pure Fishing FRC4000 Penn Fierce Reel Spin 4bb Plus 1rb 6.21 23010 Size 4000sz $109.26 4 stainless steel ball bearings. Full metal body and sideplate keep precise gear alignment under heavy loads. Machined and anodized aluminum spool. Stainless steel main shaft. Infinite antireverse. Technobalanced rotor gives smooth retrieves. Machined and anodized aluminum handle with soft touch knob. |
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Pure Fishing BTL2000 Penn Battle Reel Spin 6bb Plus 1rb 2106 Size 2000sz $182.16 Full metal body and sideplate keep precise gear alignment under heavy loads. Superline Spool No backing needed because of the rubber gasket keeps superline from slipping. Machined and anodized aluminum spool. HT100 drag washers provide smooth drag under heavy loads. Stainless steel main shaft. 6 sealed stainless steel ball bearings. Infinite antireverse. Technobalanced rotor gives smooth retrieves. Machined and anodized aluminum handle with soft touch knob. |
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Pure Fishing FRC3000 Penn Fierce Reel Spin 4bb Plus 1rb 6.21 1708 Size 3000sz $109.26 4 stainless steel ball bearings. Full metal body and sideplate keep precise gear alignment under heavy loads. Machined and anodized aluminum spool. Stainless steel main shaft. Infinite antireverse. Technobalanced rotor gives smooth retrieves. Machined and anodized aluminum handle with soft touch knob. |
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Pure Fishing BTL3000 Penn Battle Reel Spin 6bb Plus 1rb 1708 Size 3000sz $182.16 Full metal body and sideplate keep precise gear alignment under heavy loads. Superline Spool No backing needed because of the rubber gasket keeps superline from slipping. Machined and anodized aluminum spool. HT100 drag washers provide smooth drag under heavy loads. Stainless steel main shaft. 6 sealed stainless steel ball bearings. Infinite antireverse. Technobalanced rotor gives smooth retrieves. Machined and anodized aluminum handle with soft touch knob. |
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Pure Fishing FRC6000 Penn Fierce Reel Spin 4bb Plus 1rb 5.61 28017 Size 6000sz $127.48 4 stainless steel ball bearings. Full metal body and sideplate keep precise gear alignment under heavy loads. Machined and anodized aluminum spool. Stainless steel main shaft. Infinite antireverse. Technobalanced rotor gives smooth retrieves. Machined and anodized aluminum handle with soft touch knob. |
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Pure Fishing BTL8000 Penn Battle Reel Spin 6bb Plus 1rb 35025 Size 8000sz $218.61 Full metal body and sideplate keep precise gear alignment under heavy loads. Superline Spool No backing needed because of the rubber gasket keeps superline from slipping. Machined and anodized aluminum spool. HT100 drag washers provide smooth drag under heavy loads. Stainless steel main shaft. 6 sealed stainless steel ball bearings. Infinite antireverse. Technobalanced rotor gives smooth retrieves. Machined and anodized aluminum handle with soft touch knob. |
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Pure Fishing BTL6000 Penn Battle Reel Spin 6bb Plus 1rb 28017 Size 6000sz $200.38 Full metal body and sideplate keep precise gear alignment under heavy loads. Superline Spool No backing needed because of the rubber gasket keeps superline from slipping. Machined and anodized aluminum spool. HT100 drag washers provide smooth drag under heavy loads. Stainless steel main shaft. 6 sealed stainless steel ball bearings. Infinite antireverse. Technobalanced rotor gives smooth retrieves. Machined and anodized aluminum handle with soft touch knob. |
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Pure Fishing BTL4000 Penn Battle Reel Spin 6bb Plus 1rb 23010 Size 4000sz $182.16 Full metal body and sideplate keep precise gear alignment under heavy loads. Superline Spool No backing needed because of the rubber gasket keeps superline from slipping. Machined and anodized aluminum spool. HT100 drag washers provide smooth drag under heavy loads. Stainless steel main shaft. 6 sealed stainless steel ball bearings. Infinite antireverse. Technobalanced rotor gives smooth retrieves. Machined and anodized aluminum handle with soft touch knob. |
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Fishing Reel Care and Maintenance 101 $54.22 Stop wasting your time on the water dealing with headaches and frustration over equipment failure and poor performance. Protect your investment in your reels, get more for your money, and spend more time doing what you love, fishing If you have ever wanted to take the next step in maintaining your own reels then this is the perfect book for you. We take you through every aspect of your reel, and teach you what you need to know about your reel, how to properly care and maintain your reels, and what products you should or should not be using. In this book we are going to give you the knowledge to properly care for and maintain your fishing reels for years of enjoyment and at its peak performance for when it really counts I cover a lot of topics within the book, simply because there are a lot of outside influences when it comes to reels, including lines, lubricants, reel covers, and a lot more that all affect the performance, serviceability and sustainability of any reel. Author: Holder, Jeff Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 244 Publication Date: 2009/05/29 Language: English Dimensions: 5.51 x 8.50 x 0.63 inches |
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CTA Digital Fishing Rod With Spin Reel $14.99 Type: Fishing Rod Features: Cast and reel for an authentic feel with this fishing rod for Wii. This interactive package is comprised of two plastic locking attachments, the top part with a ball bearing tip and the base of the rod. The handle mold is designed to fit your Wii controller while the spin cast reel supports the Wii nun-chuk. Close to the genuine article, if you’re a fan of fishing and an avid Wii gamer then you’ll be impressed with the combination of experiences you feel as you use this reel. Lightweight, plastic Two locking attachments Spinning cast reel fits Wii nunChuk Rod handle fits Wii remote 2 inch plastic fish |
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Guide Gear Fishing Reel GR Bearings $11.99 Descriptions: 100% brand new Fishing Spinning Reel!!2 ball bearings Fishing GearLine capacity LBS/YDS: 8/210 10/155 14/125, Mm/M 0.25/200 0.3/150 0.4/100Ultra light graphite bodySilent anti reversesBalanced handle Fishing Spinning ReelOversized Line RollerGraphite spoolWeight: 247g |
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Pure Fishing 93330 Penn Super Levelwind Combo 330GTiSL2050C66 Size 330GTI6.5 ft. $263.23 Reel: 320GT2 or 330GTI Reel(4 aircraftgrade sealed stainless steel ball bearings stainless steel pinion manganesebronze main gear blackanodized spool and lightweight gaphite frame). Rod: 1piece 6 6 mediumheavy saltwater action 30# class rod. |
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Abu Garcia Record Round Baitcast Fishing Reel $332.6 This Record round reel from Abu Garcia features a durable, stainless steel construction. This round baitcast fishing reel also spotlights a smooth six-bearing design.Brand: Abu GarciaDescription: Record Round Baitcast ReelType: Round baitcast fishing reelSize: 10 pound/105 yard capacity6-bearing designWeight: 1.07 poundsMaterials: Stainless steelDimensions: 7 inches high x 7 inches wide x 4 inches deepModel: 1115467 |
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Lees Tackle / Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Penn International 16S – Bright Gold / MC0075-1016 $47.48 Lees Tackle – Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Penn International 16S – Bright Gold – MC0075-1016 |
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Lees Tackle / Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Penn International 80T, 80ST, 80TS – Bright Gold / MC0075-1082 $47.48 Lees Tackle – Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Penn International 80T, 80ST, 80TS – Bright Gold – MC0075-1082 |
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Lees Tackle / Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Penn International 80W – Bright Gold / MC0075-1081 $47.48 Lees Tackle – Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Penn International 80W – Bright Gold – MC0075-1081 |
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Lees Tackle / Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Penn International 80TW, 80SW, 80STW – Bright Gold / MC0075-1083 $47.48 Lees Tackle – Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Penn International 80TW, 80SW, 80STW – Bright Gold – MC0075-1083 |
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Lees Tackle / Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Penn International 50VSW, 50TW, 50SW – Bright Gold / MC0075-1053 $47.48 Lees Tackle – Lee’s Rod and Reel Hanger Set – Penn International 50VSW, 50TW, 50SW – Bright Gold – MC0075-1053 |
