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Fishing Reels

Spinning, baitcasting, conventional, lever-drag and electric reels, sealed and ready for salt water.

Out on the bay, in the mangroves or on the open ocean, the everyday struggles get left behind at the dock. For those few hours, it’s just you, the smell of the sea and a feeling of peace, until the bite starts and it’s nothing but joy and excitement.

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BigJoe’s buying guide

Fishing Reels

Spinning, baitcasting or conventional?

Spinning reels are the easiest and the best all-round choice from shore. Baitcasters give more control casting heavy lures. Conventional and lever-drag reels are for trolling and deep-drop fishing from a boat.

Size and drag for salt water

A 3000 to 4000 size spinning reel covers most inshore fishing. Step up to 6000 to 8000 for big jacks, tarpon and offshore jigging. Look at the drag number: 15 to 25 lb of smooth drag stops strong fish without breaking line.

Make it last

Buy a reel that's sealed or rated for salt water, rinse it with fresh water after every trip (gently, no high pressure), and back the drag off before you store it.

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