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Categories: Reels

11 Good conventional reels

Top 11

 
 PENN International VISXPENN Rival Level WindPENN Squall LevelWindPENN Squall Lever Drag 2 SpeedPENN Fathom II Level WindPENN Fathom Lever Drag 2 SpeedPENN Warfare Level WindTEKOTATEKOTA-ATORIUMTALICA BFC
Rating ★★★★★
Anti-reverse featureInstant Anti-ReverseMulti-StopMulti-StopInstant Anti-ReverseInstant Anti-ReverseMulti-StopMulti-Stop
Bearing count3525345
Braid capacity yd/lb865/20 650/30 455/50680/30 475/50 395/651020/30 710/50 590/65860/20 645/30 450/501020/30 710/50 590/652485/65 2145/80 1835/1001330/100  1105/130  815/200
BrandPENNPENNPENNShimanoShimanoPENNShimanoPENNPENNPENNShimano
ColorBlack GoldBlack GoldBlack/SilverBlack GoldBlack/Red/SmokeBlack GoldSilver
Drag materialHT-100Dura DragHT-100HT-100HT-100Dura DragDura Drag
Drag typeStar DragLever DragStar DragStar DragStar DragLever DragLever Drag
Gear ratio4.9:15.5:1 / 2.7:13.9:14.6:16.3:15.5:16.7:13.9:12.9:1 / 1.5:13.5:1 / 1.3:14.2:1
Max drag lb15lb | 6.8kg33lb | 14.9kg15lb | 6.8kg30lb | 13.6kg15lb | 6.8kg40lb | 18.1kg60lb | 27.2kg
ModelSQL15LWFTH15LD2RIV15LWFTHII15LWWAR15LWSQL16VSINT12VISX
Mono capacity yd/lb415/17 315/20 290/25330/20 305/25 245/30455/25 370/30 285/40475/15 315/20 290/25455/25 370/30 285/401550/30 890/50 565/80870/40 645/50 575/60
Reel handle positionRightRightRightRightLeftRightRight
Reel size2025N302030IGFA5050
Retrieve rate28" | 71cm38/1927" | 69cm30" | 76cm27" | 69cm33/1740/15
Weight17.8019.6022.0020.9022.6055.6063.00

PENN International VISX

The PENN International VI series is designed and manufactured in the USA of domestic and imported components. Precision machined from high-strength, lightweight, aircraft grade aluminum in our Philadelphia machining center. Our experienced crew has been designing and producing durable, high-quality reels in this facility since 1932.  The VI consists of a large stainless steel gear train for strength and speed, and a Dura-Drag system which results in a smoother start up and virtually eliminates hesitation, even under extreme drag settings.

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PENN Rival Level Wind

The PENN Rival was engineered to be an extremely versatile all-around reel at an affordable price. Features a lightweight graphite frame and sideplates with aluminum frame rings for improved rigidity to prevent frame-flex.  HT-100 drag washers provide smooth drag under heavy loads. Line Capacity Rings eliminate the question of how much line you have left when fighting a fish.

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PENN Squall LevelWind

The PENN Squall Level Wind reel is the successor to the GT series reels which have been around for decades and proven themselves on big fish. The Squall LW has all of the proven features of the GT series, with the addition of improved gear ratios and an Instant Anti-Reverse bearing, in a more compact package. Left hand sizes available in the 20 and 30 sizes.

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PENN Squall Lever Drag 2 Speed

The PENN Squall Lever Drag 2-Speed is basically a graphite International and comes in the 3 most popular big game sizes. Made from graphite for its benefits of being both lightweight and corrosion resistant. The Quick-Shift 2-Speed and Dura-Drag systems have been perfected in our International reels and the technology has transferred down to the Squall platform.

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PENN Fathom II Level Wind

The PENN Fathom II Level Wind’s heavy duty construction and powerful gears make it a true workhorse and favorite of charter boat Captains. It is designed to handle extreme abuse day-in and day-out. Whether you are bottom-fishing or casting live bait, the Fathom II will stand up to the hardest fishing conditions. A Full Metal Body keeps precise gear alignment while the Fast Gear Access Side Plate allows for easy maintenance. The Fathom II also houses our powerful HT-100 drag system to stop any fish that bites. Available in standard, line counter and left hand models

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PENN Fathom Lever Drag 2 Speed

The PENN Fathom lever drag 2-speed series of reels are compact but loaded with big features. Featuring a Full Metal Body, stainless steel main and pinion gear, Dura-Drag washers, and a double dog ratchet anti- reverse you will find there is no stopping these reels.

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PENN Warfare Level Wind

The PENN® Warfare was engineered to be an extremely versatile all- around reel at an affordable price. It features a lightweight graphite frame and sideplates with aluminum frame rings for improved rigidity to prevent frame-flex.  HT-100 drag washers provide smooth drag under heavy loads. Line Capacity Rings eliminate the question of how much line you have left when fighting a fish.

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TEKOTA

With line capacity, construction and advanced features, the Tekota is a great solution for anglers who troll for both fresh and saltwater species. Great Lakes anglers will appreciate the palmable line counter, and saltwater enthusiasts will appreciate the durability and strength.

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TEKOTA-A

Tekota’s legacy of durability continues with the fully redesigned Tekota A. Vast improvements have been made, including Coreprotect water resist to increase corrosion resistance, an easy to replace anti-fogging lens (LC models), loud clicker and new ergonomic S-Compact body design.

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TORIUM

The Lightweight Torium is a solidly-built star-drag saltwater reel perfect for live bait or bottom-fishing applications. Packed with features like Super Stopper, Cross Carbon Drag, A-RB (Anti-Rust Bearings) and High Efficiency Gearing (HEG), the Torium has it where it counts.

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TALICA BFC

This is what Shimano does. The all new Talica 20BFC reel is a dream reel. Specifically built to meet the highest level of requirements of the Pro Billfish tournament scene. Ultra high speed with 60′ of line retrieved per crank, and to keep from breaking off, 3 pounds minimum drag at strike. For a competitive advantage, look to this technologically advanced tool for the competitive angling scene.

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