Big Game Surf Spinning Fishing Reel 8000/12000,20KG Drag Power Backlash-Free Bearings,Metal Reel Seat,Zinc Alloy Gear for Saltwater Inshore and Offshore Fishing

Why did you pick this product vs others?: I picked this for its qtyle but having landed multiple fish on this reel already i highly sugest this reel its smooth fits well to the rod and the drag is quick and easy to adjust while trolling its handled a 45 in striper and didnt struggle doi.g so Size: Multiple size avalible its important you get the right size or itll be to heavy for the rod as this reel has some heft Ease of use: Even people new to fishing can use this reel its idiot proof Weight: On the bulky side for the rod i have it on but as long as the size you buy maches the fish your chasing it wors well Functionality: Functions as it should Durability: So far not a scratch on it Smoothness: 10 out of 10 extreamly smooth

I've had many reels over the years. My other reel was stiff and at times it seized up. This new reel is probably the best I've had so far! It is smooth, large and quiet! Also it's a good value for the money. I would recommend this reel to anyone!

I get it, this is not an expensive big-name reel and it's Chinese to boot. BUT ... I own 3 of these reels. I have caught some really nice sized saltwater fish like red and black drum in the 40-50 lbs range as well as a ton of gaftop catfish in the 5-11 lbs range with this reel on a 12 ft DAIWA rod and all 3 performed very well every time. Rinse it off when you get home, keep it lubed. Basically, treat it like any other reel and it always works. They are well designed and sturdy.

It was a great reel for a year, handled very big fish such as big sting rays and sharks. Not recommended for crab snaring as the gears start slipping at breaking due to the consistent pressure needed for keeping a crab on the snare, otherwise great reel for everything else. It casts far if paired with the right fishing line, rod and weight. Could use a strengthening in its internal gear system.

When I purchased this, I thought I would be sending it back but the quality is awesome. It looks and feel great. it performs very well. I highly recommend!

Bought the 6000 series, broke on my 3rd fishing day with it. Used it for Michigan river salmon (6k is crazy overkill and still broke). It’s cheap, yes. But to break on the third use, not even worth the risk. Bearings are broke and won’t spin.

Can not believe how much I like this reel. Ordering a couple more. Super smooth. Has a little weight to it. Feels like a much more expensive Penn or Diawa. Can't beat it so far.

I must have ordered this by mistake but I’m not unhappy with it. I have not used it yet but my first impression is that it seems well made. Very smooth operation. This is a big ass reel that I will put on one of my surf fishing rods. It holds a lot of line so it’s going to get pricey filling it up. I’ll follow up after I’ve had time with it in use.