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Best 12 conventional reels for the money

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  PENN Rival Level Wind PENN International VI PENN Torque Star Drag PENN International VIS PENN Fathom II Level Wind TLD TEKOTA TIAGRA TEKOTA-A TORIUM TRINIDAD TALICA BFC
 PENN Rival Level WindPENN International VIPENN Torque Star DragPENN International VISPENN Fathom II Level WindTLDTEKOTATIAGRATEKOTA-ATORIUMTRINIDADTALICA BFC
BrandShimanoPENNShimanoShimanoPENNPENNShimanoShimanoShimanoShimanoPENNPENN
Gear ratio6.3:13.5:16.7:16.2:15.1:15.2:1 / 1.6:13.1:13.6:14.2:16.2:15.5:16.0:1
Item codeTEK600HGA-TAC20BFCTOR20HGAL--TI50WLRSATLD25TEK500LCTN16NA--
Mono line capacity (#test/yd)16/390,20/300,25/240-20/640,30/44020/420,25/340,30/280--80/55030/600,40/450,50/35012/440,14/340,16/28514/300,16/270,20/200--
Powerpro line capacity (#test/yd)40/540, 50/460, 65/330--50/710,65/375,80/310--80/1575,100/1235,150/118050/1015,65/980,80/84540/390,50/385,65/26050/370,65/235,80/190--
Weight (oz)16.2-28.1---86.324.515.319.3--
Line retrieve per crank (in)--6046--37/15322546--
Max drag (lb)--1524--44221825--

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 International VI

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 Torque Star Drag

The PENN Torque Star Drag is made in the USA of domestic and imported components, and features an open top design with a machined and anodized aluminum body and sideplates, along with a lightweight forged aluminum spool. The revolutionary Live Spindle design makes the Torque extremely castable. Engineered to provide long lasting PENN durability, the HT-100 drag system is smooth from the beginning to the end.

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PENN International VIS

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 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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TLD

Preferred for its light weight and reliability, this offshore leverdrag reel will give you years of dependable service.

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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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TIAGRA

The Number One choice of serious offshore anglers and captains.

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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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TRINIDAD

Trinidad is a name that resonates with all Saltwater Anglers. It has earned an impeccable reputation for power and reliability world wide. Our quest for the new Trinidad A was no easy task. Lighter, smaller and more compact were the key physical characteristics and they were accomplished. The performance goal was to build the best casting reel in this category. We shattered our targets and have built a reel for casting which all others will be measured by.

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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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