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Best Fishing Reel Choices For a Successful Day of Fishing

Best Fishing Reels


There are many different types, brands and sizes of fishing reels that can be used for fishing on all types of fish and waters. It is important to choose the best fishing reel for the type of fish you are hunting, but it can be confusing. This article describes the best fishing reels for a fun and successful fishing day.




Best Catfish Spinning Reels


There are very few manufacturers producing spinning reels specifically for catfish, most are saltwater models adapted for big bass or cats, and this is exactly what the PENN Spinfisher V Live Liner does best.

This reel was designed for the harsh saltwater environment and the fish that inhabit it but is equally at home in a catfishing boat as well.

The overall design is robust. The large all-metal body, side plates and frame provide an excellent foundation for the equally strong metal gears and oversized bail wire. Top it off with the machined anodized aluminum spool and you have a true beast in your hands. 

As stated earlier, this reel was designed for saltwater battles; and the drag and stainless-steel ball bearings are all well suited for catfish line capacity (both braided and monofilament).


Plus, the additional Live Line feature (PENN’s version of a bait clicker) is perfect for swimming baits to cats.


  • All metal construction, designed to take abuse

  • Six shielded stainless steel bearings

  • Metal gears housed in a greased watertight body

  • Capable of handling heavy line and lots of it, both braided and

  • Mono Live Line feature not easily found on spinning reels


Your first step in choosing a fishing reel is to know where and how you will fish. For example, there is a special type of reel that you would need if you wanted to fly. Alternatively, if you want to start your fishing line, you should choose the best spinning reel.


Fly casting reels:


Fishing with a fly reel requires practice and skill. If you are new to fly-throwing or want to learn this relaxing fishing method, it is recommended that your first reel be of high quality and light weight and designed specifically to start fly-throwing. By purchasing a quality reel for learning, you will eliminate many of the problems that cheaper cast iron reels can give you.


Spinning reels:


There is a wide range of fishing reels. They are available in all brands, sizes, open or closed weights and fishing lines. There are special reels for children as well as complex models for professional sport fishermen.


Closed or closed fishing reels are generally the best fishing reels if you are new to fishing and have never introduced a fishing line before. On the fishing reel with the face closed, the line spool is closed with a button on the outside of the housing to be pressed with the thumb. This holds the fishing line until you release the button. If you release the button while swinging the fishing rod forward, the fishing line will be thrown over the water you are fishing on.


An open spool requires a little more skill than a closed spool. However, they are one of the most popular types of fishing reels. The cord is wrapped around the spool and exposed. Many allow you to unlock the deposit and hold the line with your thumb. When you take out your rod, you can loosen the line, weight and bait or fly by lifting your thumb at the right time. Others may have a lever that slides over the line that holds them as you start and releases the line at the right time.


Open cast reels are available for all types of fishing, whether you're fishing on land or at sea. The choice of the best fishing reel of this type depends on the weight of the fish to be caught. You definitely want a reel that can carry a lot of weight when trying to catch swordfish!


Fishing reels can be very cheap or very expensive. However, buying a cheaper fishing reel is not always the best solution. Many inexpensive models just don't do their job and can frustrate you as you try to relax! An average price for a fishing reel can be the best choice if you are a beginner or even experienced.


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