Find new and replacement fishing reels for all types of rods and fishing trips here. All of our equipment has been designed and manufactured by top brands to ensure that you have the very best fishing reels for the job wherever you choose to fish. If you’re looking to find something lighter than your current reel or with the capacity for a longer line then you’re in the right place. We’ve got a choice of fishing reels for anglers of all abilities and levels of experience, with budget-friendly and high quality options available to buy today. Browse the collection in our online store now to find the perfect reel for you to help you land a whopper!
There are countless categories of fishermen in this world, all with their own intensity and skill level. Whether young or old, amateur or pro, freshwater or saltwater, or casual or serious, every angler has one thing in common: using a reel to cast bait out on a line.
There are many different reel styles that cater to different fishing practices. This article will review the best fishing reels available for ice fishing, fly fishing, salt and freshwater fishing, and more.
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Bring in Your Catch: Learn More about Fishing Reels
Make the most of your day by the water. Shop fishing reels and bring home your next trophy catch.
From freshwater fishing to a day on an iced-over pond, finding the right fishing reel is critical for your outing. Select from a variety of different constructions, materials and features for the reel that matches you. Explore the collection:
- Freshwater Reels
- Saltwater Reels
- Fly Fishing Reels
- Ice Fishing Reels
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Line capacity: Is vital for selecting a reel. Reels can handle as little as 15 yards to as much as 900 yards. The amount of fishing line you’ll need depends on your fishing. For example, fishing in a pond or stream will require only minimal line capacity. If you plan on fishing in a lake, you may need more line capacity to handle the water’s depth and the type of fish that may run with your line.
Gear ratio
With a fishing reel, turning the handle on the reel engages gears that turn a shaft on the spool. The faster the handle is turned, the faster the spool rotates. Lower ratios provide more power for bringing fish from deeper depths, while higher gear ratios benefit when pulling fish from closer to the surface.
Ball bearings
Ball bearings are used to help reels work more smoothly by supporting the moving parts; the more ball bearings, the smoother the reel works, especially under pressure.
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What type of environment will you be fishing in? Whether you’re after a scrappy trout or largemouth bass, finding the right reel improves your chances of making that catch.
Baitcasting and conventional reels work with the weight of a bait or lure as it pulls on a line, and turns the spool to release more line. These are typically preferred by more experienced anglers, especially when using heavier lures and lines designed for bigger fish—like a salmon or steelhead.
Most baitcasting reels now incorporate a drag system designed to adjust the resistance or drag on the spool to control how much resistance is needed to pull the right amount of line off the spool.
Many fishermen prefer baitcasting for fighting bigger, stronger fish over an extended period, especially big game fish in saltwater. Baitcasting reels are offered in one-piece designs, which lessen the corrosive effects of saltwater.
Spinning reels mount on the underside of a spinning rod. The spool on a spinning reel is parallel to the rod and does not rotate when you cast, reducing the chances of tangles to almost zero. Beginners and less experienced fishermen appreciate the lack of complexity that spinning reels offer.
Spincasting reels are well-suited for beginners fishing in freshwater environments. These devices feature a closed-face, button-operated reel, which sits on top of a casting rod. Spincasting reels feature a line that comes off the top of the spool when casting. The spool remains stationary until you use a thumb button to cast. When you release the button, your bait or lure propel your line.
Freshwater & Saltwater Fishing Reels
We carry a wide variety of fishing reels to choose from, including reels for Spinning, Baitcasting (Low-Profile & Round), Fly, Lever & Star Drag, and Line Counter reels. Whether you are fly fishing for Brookies, running spoons deep for Lake Trout, or chunking for Sharks, we have a fishing reel that will perfectly match any freshwater or saltwater fishing application.
