10 Best Spinning Reels for Casual Anglers Reviews 2017-2018

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The fully sealed design of the Penn Spinfisher V makes it the perfect reel for those who like to fish the ocean. Both its body and side plate are made entirely from metal to stand up to heavy loads, making it very strong and durable.

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The Daiwa Black Gold comes in a variety of sizes, so there should be one suitable for the lightest of freshwater species all the way up to the heaviest.. It has a black anodized exterior which gives it a nice amount of scratch and corrosion resistance.

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The Shimano Saragosa has a high weight drag system, which makes it a good choice for offshore fishing. It has an aluminum frame with a graphite rotor, making it a lightweight reel that's easy to be held for hours while casting. It also has a very smooth retrieval which is good for beginners.

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The Penn Battle II has HT-100 Versa-Drag washers keyed into the spool, which allows both sides of each drag washer to be used for smoother startups. It maintains optimal gear alignment, even after heavy use, and has a rubber gasket to help prevent braided fishing line from slipping.

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The Abu Garcia Revo SX has a good mix of durability, strength, and smooth operation, which should allow it to please most anglers from beginner to semi-pro. It features an insert-molded C6 carbon body and a single-piece aluminum gearbox that result in a strong yet lightweight reel.

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A top quality, mid level priced reel from Shimano, the Stradic CI4+ is a good choice for casting lightweight jigs, and works well on rods up to 7' in length. It is approved for both salt and freshwater fishing, and its black carbon fiber body with red accents really looks nice .

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The Abu Garcia Orra SX comes at a very affordable price point sure to leave more money in your wallet for other fishing gear. It has a braid-ready spool and stainless steel bearings made to withstand corrosion, but many have found this one does occasionally let the line slip when casting.

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The Okuma Avenger ABF is by no means a top of the line reel, but its lower price and surprisingly decent performance allowed it to keep a spot on this list. It has a free-running line feed system, a well-placed release lever, and offers great saltwater durability.

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The Pflueger President has a great look with its blue body and gold accents. It features an instant anti-reverse one-way clutch bearing and a machined, double-anodized aluminum spool with a distinctive hole pattern designed to reduce its weight.

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The Okuma Cedros has a high-speed gear ratio that will help you reel in fish quicker. Depending on the size, they can weigh anywhere from 11 to 23oz., and have a drag pressure from 18 to 33lbs.

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These two unique reels are used by many anglers. We discuss the advantages and drawbacks of each, so you can make the best choice for your style of fishing.

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