Abu Garcia Revos X
Revo® trusted reliability and performance welcome the X to the lineup of Revo® spinning reels. Featuring the same forward-thinking design, durability, and performance, the Revo® X starts with a compact Insert Molded C6 (IM-C6™) carbon body designed for all-day comfort. Casting efficiency is maximized by the Rocket Line management™ system that allows anglers to fish mono, braid, or even difficult-to-manage fluorocarbon.
Abu Garcia Revos X Features
- 6 stainless steel HPCR™ bearings + 1 roller bearing
- Carbon Matrix™ hybrid drag system
- IM-C6 body design
- Lightweight graphite rotor
- Rocket Line Management System™
- Rocket spool lip design™
- Large PVC knobs
- Machined aluminum braid ready spool
- Stainless steel main shaft and components
- Everlast™ bail system
- Slow Oscillation
- Price Range $99-110
Abu Garcia Revos X
Pros | Cons |
• Aluminum braid-ready spool | • Handle is a bit slippery |
• High performance for price | • Only 4 sizes |
• Not specificly designed for saltwater | • Limited line capacity |
• Carbon fiber body and spool |
Daiwa BG
Daiwa BG
The popular Daiwa® BG Spinning Reel is leaner and meaner than ever before, starting with its industrial-grade Hardbodyz body and side cover that delivers maximum strength without the extra weight. The uniquely-shaped Air Rotor cuts out up to 15% of the excess weight carried by conventional designs, distributing the load evenly for superior strength and balance, while the oversized Digigear™ machine-cut gears hold firm against hard-charging game fish. Braid-ready Dynamic Cut aluminum ABS spool; quality 7-bearing (6+1) system; impressive waterproof Carbon ATD drag system; machined aluminum screw-in handle for maximum leverage.
Daiwa BG Features
- Hardbodyz body and side cover
- Lightweight Air Rotor balanced design
- Oversized Digigear machine-cut gears
- Braid-ready Dynamic Cut aluminum ABS spool
- Quality 7-bearing (6+1) system
- Waterproof Carbon ATD drag system
- Machined aluminum screw-in handle
- For fresh- or saltwater
- 4500 size and above have a manual trip bail for durability
- Price Range $105-219
Daiwa BG
Pros | Cons |
• Aluminum body | • On the heavy side |
• Waterproof drag | |
• Silky smooth | |
• Excellent spool design | |
• Large main gear | |
• Great value |
Okuma Azores
Okuma Azores
Okuma AZORES spinning reels are designed specifically for saltwater fishing. With the proven power features and the patented interior design, AZORES is much more durable, strong, and smoother than the competition.
Okuma AZORES Features
- DFD: Precision Dual Force Drag system
- Precision click drag adjustment for more precise settings
- Multi-disc, Carbonite, and felt drag washers for DFD
- 6HPB + 1RB corrosion-resistant stainless steel bearings
- Quick-Set anti-reverse roller bearing plus ratchet system
- Dual anti-reverse system for maximum security
- Azores-40 size only features the Quick-Set anti-reverse function
- Precision machine-cut brass pinion gear
- CRC: Corrosion-resistant coating process
- HDGII: Corrosion-resistant, High-density gearing
- ALC: Rigid diecast aluminum body, sideplate, and rotor
- MSS: carbon Mechanical Stabilizing System
- Machined aluminum, 2-tone anodized spool with LCS lip
- Machined aluminum handle arm for added strength
- Hydro Block watertight drag seal
- Price Range $110-145
Okuma Azores
Pros | Cons |
• Price | • Not fully sealed |
• Water-Tight design | • Line capacity is not as much as some other reels in this class |
• Smooth | |
• Corrosion resistant |
Penn Battle III
Penn Battle III
The PENN® Battle® III is now stronger, smoother, and more durable than ever before. By matching our proprietary CNC Gear™ Technology, HT-100™ carbon fiber drag system, and a Full Metal Body, the Battle III has the guts and drag to handle serious abuse. Ranging in size from 1000 to 10000, the Battle III series has a model for every angler, at an incredible value.
Penn Battle III Features
- 2020 ICAST Online Best of Category Winner – Saltwater Reel
- Full Metal Body and sideplate
- CNC Gear™ technology
- HT-100™ carbon fiber drag washers
- 5+1 sealed stainless steel ball bearing system
- Line Capacity Rings
- Superline Spool
- Price Range $109-180
Penn Battle III
Pros | Cons |
• Excellent size range | • Not fully sealed |
• Should last for many years | • Not different from competition |
• Smooth | |
• Powerful drag system | |
• Good line capacity |
Penn Spinfisher VI
Penn Spinfisher VI
The PENN Spinfisher VI features IPX5 sealing so whether it gets hit with a wave, or you let it ride in the spray all the way home, you don’t have to worry about saltwater getting into the gearbox or drag system. Our HT-100 drag washers are housed in a fully sealed spool to give the stopping power needed for big saltwater fish. A Full Metal Body and sideplate keep the CNC Gear System in precise alignment under heavy loads. Available in standard, Live Liner, Long Cast, and Bail-less models.
Penn Spinfisher VI Features
- IPX5 Sealed body and spool design
- CNC Gear™ technology
- HT-100™ carbon fiber drag washers
- 5+1 sealed stainless steel ball-bearing system
- Full Metal Body
- Superline Spool
- Line Capacity Rings
- Sizes 2500-5500 have automatic bail trip
- Sizes 6500-10500 have manual bail trip
- Price Range $137-250
Penn Spinfisher VI
Pros | Cons |
• Excellent size range | • Heavier than many comparable reels |
• Should last for many years | • Not as smooth as many comparable reels |
• Fully sealed spool and gearbox | |
• High-quality HT-100 drag system | |
• Yardage marks on the spool to let you know how much line you have out |
PFLUEGER SUPREME XT
Pflueger Supreme XT
The Supreme XT delivers years of quality performance. Its super-lightweight magnesium body and rotor, braid-ready aluminum spool, and sealed carbon fiber drag are perfect for freshwater or inshore fishing. This reel is also incredibly comfortable to fish, featuring a lightweight carbon fiber handle, EVA handle knob, and effortless retrieve.
Pflueger Supreme XT Features
- 10 Bearing System
- Magnesium Body and Rotor
- Braid Ready Spool
- Sealed Carbon Drag
- Carbon Handle
- EVA Knob
- Slow Oscillation Gearing
- Price Range $160-180
Pflueger Supreme XT
Pros | Cons |
• Magnesium body & rotor extermely Light | • Only 4 sizes |
• Stainless Steel bearings | • Limited line capacity |
• Braid ready spool | • Small for some inshore uses |
Tsunami Shield
Tsunami Shield
Delivering power and durability, the Shield Spinning Reel offers anglers reliable performance whenever they head to the water. This water-resistant reel is equipped with sealed bearings and an all-aluminum body/rotor for lightweight durability. In addition, it has a machined aluminum spool with braid ready spool band. For an excellent retrieve, the Tsunami™ Shield Spinning Reel has an aluminum handle arm with an EVA knob.
Tsunami Shield Features
- 4 sealed bearings plus 1 instant Anti Reverse bearing
- Water-resistant engineering
- All aluminum body and rotor
- Machined aluminum spool with braid ready spool band
- Carbon fiber drag
- Aluminum handle arm with EVA knob
- Manufacturer’s 1-Year Warranty
- Price Range $109-120
Tsunami Shield
Pros | Cons |
• Price | • Main gear is zinc but smaller than BG and Battle |
• Good line management | • Must heat side plate to release tread lock |
• 13-14 Seals | • Factory maintanence is outsourced |
• Includes wrench for monocoque sideplate | |
• Can convert from left to right handle | |
• Brass pinion gear | |