10 Best Conventional Reels for Saltwater Trolling
Written by: Russ Egan
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The best conventional reels have a line capacity of over 500 yards of 30 lb braid, a powerful drag system of over 30 lb, two-speed …
Conventional Reels
Conventional or overhead reel reviews and guides, written by expert anglers, with real hands on experience. This also includes electric fishing reels for deep sea fishing.
10 Best Electric Fishing Reels + Buying Guide
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The best electric fishing reels for deep dropping bait have a max drag of over 40 lb, over 500 yards of 80 lb braid line …
Can You Use a Conventional Reel for Freshwater Fishing?
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Yes, conventional reels are very popular for catching large freshwater species, such as catfish, due to their high max drag and lower gear ratio. Conventional …
How to Cast a Conventional Reel
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Conventional reels are not designed for casting long distances or accurately, but you will need to cast your bait out a few yards to avoid …
Which Battery for an Electric Fishing Reel?
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The best battery for an electric fishing reel is a 12V Deep Cycle Marine Battery with more than 70 amp hours. This should be kept …
Penn Fathom Lever Drag Reel Review
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Penn fishing reels are among the most popular when it comes to offshore fishing reels that are specially designed to handle the rigors associated with …
Shimano Torium Reel Review
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Shimano is well-known for making some of the most reliable, high-performance reels in the fishing industry. There are a number of low, mid and upper-tier …
Okuma Cold Water Linecounter Trolling Reel
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Are you looking for a trolling reel that cuts above the competitors? Well, worry no more. The Okuma Cold Water Linecounter is the most fantastic …
Shimano SpeedMaster Conventional Reel Review
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When it comes to conventional reels for saltwater fishing, the choices are numerous. When you talk about great fishing reels from reputed companies, there are …
Shimano Forcemaster Electric Reel Review – Sailfish Specialist
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If you have been looking for an electric fishing reel then you certainly would’ve heard of the Shimano Forcemaster 9000. It is sleek and stylish …
Penn International Conventional Reel Review
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Penn reels are manufactured by Penn International, which is based in the U.S. Although they come at a high price tag, these reels offer massive …
Shimano Beastmaster Electric Reel Review
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Are you looking for an electric fishing reel for your deep waters fishing hobby? The odds are that your current fishing reel is not getting …
Shimano Tyrnos Conventional Fishing Reel
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The Shimano Tyrnos Overhead Fishing Reel is a personal favorite of mine – I have owned one for over 10 years and it is my …
Abu Garcia Ambassadeur C3 Round Reel Review
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One of the reels most preferred by professionals is the Malasian Abu Garcia Ambassadeur C3. This company has been producing fishing gear for decades and …
