Left or Right Hand Retrieve Spinning Reels

Explore our collection of left or right hand retrieve spinning reels, designed for anglers of all skill levels. These versatile reels offer smooth operation and precise control, ensuring an enjoyable fishing experience. With lightweight construction and durable materials, they provide the perfect balance of strength and sensitivity. Whether you're casting in freshwater or saltwater, our spinning reels deliver reliable performance and easy handling. Choose the right retrieve option to match your fishing style and enhance your tackle setup for successful days on the water.

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Lew's Speed Spin Spinning Reel

Lew's Speed Spin Spinning Reel

$49.99-$59.99

WAS: $69.99-$79.99*

(5)

I bought this not to long ago and already like it. ... Really good reel and got it

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5 USAman123
I bought this not to long ago and already like it. Actually, I ’ m fishing with it right now. Really good reel and got it quick

5 Scud whistle
Have used this reel a few outings now and can say it does the job well. Smooth casting, good retrieve speed and seams pretty strong. Liked it enough to buy another one.

5 Striper RJN67
This reel has everything I ’ m looking for when walleye fishing. Very smooth, solid bail and the drag is extremely smooth. Sucks price was the best I found. I would highly recommend Lew ’s reels.

5 Zeller24
My son loves this reel!! He is on a tournament team and does not have any issues with it.

5 Frank
Bought the 1000 size for crappie fishing. Great little reel. Very happy with my purchase.

Mr. Catfish Spinning Reel

Mr. Catfish Spinning Reel

$59.99

Quick Facts

This reel is lightweight and rather strong. ... Works for Me ... Good reel ... Awesome reel for its price and especially for beginners. ... I ’ ve had amazing luck with this

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Lew's MACH Lite Spinning Reel and Fishing Rod Combo

Lew's MACH Lite Spinning Reel and Fishing Rod Combo

$59.99

WAS: $79.99*

(12)

Smooth and effortless. ... Have landed several nice brownies in the 24 ” range with my other one without a hitch. ... Never had a bad Lews

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5 Rfg1
My 2nd Mach II ultralight in 5 ’ 9 Spooled this with 4# braid and 4# flourocarbon leader. Casts like a dream. Smooth and effortless. Have landed several nice brownies in the 24 ” range with my other one without a hitch.

5 Bob3411
Great light action pole! Second one that I have purchased.

5 Cr1ppl3dchris
This rod is extremely smooth and sensitive. I would highly recommend.

5 Cbeau
I had to first MACH lite and it withheld many fights with big fish. Upgraded when to this one when I closed the rod tip in the car door. These rods and combos hold up against others. Great budget ultralight setup for rivers and creeks.

5 Creeklife88
Been looking for a ultra light and found the perfect combo

Zebco 33 Gold Spincast Reel

Zebco 33 Gold Spincast Reel

$49.99

Quick Facts

I work a lot of topwater lures and the smoothness of the bearings helps to reach that perfect topwater

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Lew's Carbon Fire Spinning Reel

Lew's Carbon Fire Spinning Reel

$79.99

WAS: $99.99*

(13)

Smooth and easy to cast with ... 10/10 for ease of casting and once i got the drag dialed in, catching Smallmouth Bass was all I had to worry about ... It's a little small but should be good for the

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5 Nolimitgio
I bought this 2 months ago for my ugly stik and it has been great.

5 Wpap79
Bought this Reel to go with the Lew's Carbon Fire Rod for my yearly Bass fishing trip. Could n't have been happier with this purchase. 10/10 for ease of casting and once i got the drag dialed in, catching Smallmouth Bass was all I had to worry about

5 John Jon
Works great. Now if the fish would bite. Now I need new rod

5 Lou who
I bought this a month ago for my son. He loves it and has had no complications.

5 Daniel
I bought reel about a month ago and used it several times since. Very smooth reel and has decent drag to pull in fish.

Zebco 33 Micro Spincast Reel

Zebco 33 Micro Spincast Reel

$34.99

(11)

It cast very smoothly and far, plus she had no problem reeling the fish either. ... Worked great, small and lightweight ... Smooth casting and reeling. ... Hoping to use it more for small brooks and trout

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5 Whitey3
I have only been able to go fishing twice since purchasing this reel. I put it on my teenage daughter's rod the first time and then fixed the reel that was on her rod for the next time. After the second trip, I had to switch back to the Zebco. It cast very smoothly and far, plus she had no problem reeling the fish either. Great reel, I just bought another Zebco.

5 Donkayak941
I bought this reel, specifically, for an ultralight reel to fish small jigs and topwater plugs for panfish. Didn ’ t want to spend a fortune, as, I already have a dozen rods and reels and this is just for little local ponds here in Florida. For the money, it ’s a great little reel- great for panfish

5 DarthZilla
I bough this to replace an old Diawa I had of the same nature. The Diawa lasted me over 30 years so I am curious what this can do. I would n't expect to be able to pull anything big with this but that's not really what its made for. Hoping to use it more for small brooks and trout fishing. So far its work flawlessly on 4 trips

5 Tripmom
I bought it to go on a cheap rod for one of the kids. It worked great and had no issues, unlike some of the open, more expensive reels we used.

5 1Blue1
Perfect size to create your own dock demon!!!!!!!!!

Zebco 33 Gold Micro Spincast Reel

Zebco 33 Gold Micro Spincast Reel

$49.99

Quick Facts

love this small reels no longer using my spinning reels landed a5lb rainbow trout this

Shakespeare Alpha Spinning Reel

Shakespeare Alpha Spinning Reel

$39.99

(18)

It is very nice it spins very smooth and it has a low price too. ... Smooth Action. ... They both have brought in 10lb plus Katfish with no problem. ... I bought this reel to catch mackerel for live- lining for striper- light weight, reasonable price, handles mackerel and freshwater bass without a...

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5 Pd
It is very nice it spins very smooth and it has a low price too.

5 applexjacks
one of the best reels i have purchased in awhile could n't tell you more then to but right now caught at lest 95 fish on this reel before buying a new one.

5 pescador
I bought this reel to catch mackerel for live- lining for striper- light weight, reasonable price, handles mackerel and freshwater bass without a problem.

5 DJH1950
Bought this reel two weeks ago. I have used it once and it worked great.

5 nonequal
Great Reel would recommend to anyone. Smooth Action.

Zebco Telescopic Spincast Combo

Zebco Telescopic Spincast Combo

$39.99

(3)

I 'm excited for him to have such a nice dependable rod and reel. ... He could n't wait to use it on our family pond. ... This was a gift for my son ... Great for my 11 year old

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5 Karen40B
It's a nice sturdy fishing pole. Good value. I am using for kayaking and it is perfect.

5 Rowdy27
Solid reel but the winner is the telescoping rod. Packs small and still holds up in use.

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Daiwa X2 Samurai Spinning Combo

Daiwa X2 Samurai Spinning Combo

$29.99

WAS: $39.99*

(89)

Perfect rod and reel combos to have on hand at the lake for kids and family to go fish. ... The reels that come with the combo are a little too big for what I like to use but they are nice

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5 TDT2
Dan F assisted me with this purchase and was more than helpful than I could have imagined. I adore his customer service and patience with me. I will be back solely because of his care.

5 Fossilram
I bought this a month ago not happy with it. Only used 4 times

5 Daddy sherwin
I have purchased 8 of these combos in every available size, some I have owned for 3 years. Very smooth real at the price point. Could n't be happier with them.

5 Big mark1965
This is my second best fishing pole and I am not using my number 1

5 Aa ff
Only used two- three times so far. Landed a 1lb bluegill on 8lb line and the rod/reel easily dragged it in. Casts 1/2 oz rooster tails pretty far out. Drag is not stated but I 'd say around 8- 12 lbs maximum. We 'll see how long it lasts. Decent for$ 20

Zebco 33 Spincast Reel (2020)

Zebco 33 Spincast Reel (2020)

$39.99

(11)

I use it as well for pan fish so easy to use. ... Easy load, easy cast. ... Easy to use ... Nice weight. ... Do good mu 12 year old caught several fish with it. ... great

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5 jrcook33
Bought this reel to put on my light weight rod so that when I take my son and his friend fishing his friend can use it. I use it as well for pan fish so easy to use.

5 Etic
it preferred as expected. Smoth casting easy drag control. Do good mu 12 year old caught several fish with it.

5 Bobjack
I was using this product many years ago. I loved it then and I still love it.

5 Krital
This is a great reel. Easy load, easy cast. Nice weight.

5 crystalchik1
Purchased to replace a broken one I had. Works great and was a good value.

Zebco Dock Demon Spinning Combo
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Zebco Dock Demon Spinning Combo

$24.99

(16)

this rod and reel is a great price the line that it comes with is rough and cheap thats the only reason why it is not a 5 star ... Strong and comes with a decent reel for the

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5 LYNN Cote
I bought this a few weeks ago. The pole works great. It is the perfect size for keeping in the cab of your truck for those days you do n't wan na go home

5 bobby2372
This a fun product for children and adult. Strong and comes with a decent reel for the price. It is better than the disney channel poles for young kids.

5 SoCal fishing weekends
Both good. Both priced right Perfect backpacking combo. Very tough.

5 FISH3R
This little pole worked great and the small size kept me from intruding on others space on dock

5 T and M
I bought this for my grand nephew to go fishing with. It ’s great

Zebco Bite Alert Spinning Combo

Zebco Bite Alert Spinning Combo

$64.99-$84.99

(5)

Good quality grate price not much to complain about had to lube up the reel ... Wasnt sure how the bite alert would be but it works phrnominaly ... Good catfishing

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5 Meadows85
Wasnt sure how the bite alert would be but it works phrnominaly

5 Lilmo18
Good quality grate price not much to complain about had to lube up the reel

Zebco 33 Micro Cork Spinning Combo

Zebco 33 Micro Cork Spinning Combo

$44.99

(8)

Easy, simple to use. ... Perfect to bring along on the Kayak or Canoe, breaks down easily and it has good build quality. ... This was great for him at his age and easy to

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5 Coop 7
We had a great time past and present with this equipment.

5 Baggie27
I bought this for my son a month ago and we are both very happy with it! Easy to use for beginners, not too complicated, and it ’s very light weight as well!

5 DawnSS
My son wanted a new pole. This was great for him at his age and easy to use. Nice upgrade from a kids push button one.

5 Timbo51
Great combo. I 've had no issues with it. Brought in a 17 '' crappie a week ago

5 Dpick17
Got this for my son and used it myself. Worked really well

Zebco 33 Micro Cork Spincast Combo

Zebco 33 Micro Cork Spincast Combo

$44.99

Quick Facts

Cast smooth and works great with trout. ... Great for lightweight tackle! ... Caught a 1/2# bass on my 8th cast! ... The Zebco Micro 33 combo fits the bill! ... Good

Zebco 33 Micro Triggerspin Spincast Reel (2020)

Zebco 33 Micro Triggerspin Spincast Reel (2020)

$34.99

(5)

Compact and smooth ... Sturdy construction and looks like it 'll last many years like my other more traditional Zebco 33 push button spincast. ... Trout, panfish, and small bass should all be fair

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5 edd13
Sturdy construction and looks like it 'll last many years like my other more traditional Zebco 33 push button spincast. For$ 20 in that regard it's a good investment. I did n't read carefully and realize the line is just 4 lbs, which meant it's actually really thin. Trout, panfish, and small bass should all be fair game.

5 Bobby411
I caught catfish and brim with problems. Smooth casting reel.

5 Finn UP
Highly recommend, bought this for a trout fishing trip. Worked fantastically.

Zebco 33 Lady Spincast Combo (2020)

Zebco 33 Lady Spincast Combo (2020)

$44.99

Quick Facts

Easy to manage. ... Easy to work with. ... It works great. ... In love with the color

Mr. Catfish Cat Series Spinning Combo

Mr. Catfish Cat Series Spinning Combo

$79.99-$89.99

(37)

Bought this rod and reel set as a back up for my kids and found the reel was as smooth as my more expensive Penn reels. ... The casting is smooth, reeling

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5 CatfishJakob
Ive had this rod and reel for 8 months now and i go fishing at least 3 times a week and it has worked great for catching catfish i have caught a 22 pound blue cat on this rod so i would definitely consider buying this for the price.( my reel has stripped gears now) but lasted 8 months.

5 mattyb
i bought this rod Iand reel because i needed a new catfish pole. I am 12 so i could not by something expensive so i bought this and it is great. I love how u can change the hand u use. Great pole and sister pole `` Mr. Crappie '' is great too

5 A.J.
Great rod for big catfish in the Ohio River. Superb casts from a boat or the bank; just hook them and reel them in.

5 Jmass
Whoever gave this 1 star needs a lesson in fishing. I bought this rod 2 months ago and have caught over 300 fish with it. It continues to work without a flaw catching everything from 2 lb. catfish to 30 lb stripers!!! Buy it you wo n't be sorry

5 mrzacharyhorne
I 've caught both catfish in freshwater and redfish is briny water with this setup. The best value out there.

Zebco 33 Custom Z Packaged Spincast Combo

Zebco 33 Custom Z Packaged Spincast Combo

$49.99

(19)

The drag action is smooth as silk and the retrieve is just as good. ... Great light rod and reel. ... I 've owned quite a few Zeb co reels over the last 40 years and they are an affordable and consistent

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5 Go outside
We bought this as a starter pole for my 10 year old. She ’s used it for about 10 hours. She says it was excellent for casting, never got stuck, and and the crank was smooth and steady.

5 mbeacom
I 've owned quite a few Zeb co reels over the last 40 years and they are an affordable and consistent performer. I rarely lose a fish because of the reel. They 're easy to use and fun. And this is the best I 've ever used. It's nearly silent. The drag action is smooth as silk and the retrieve is just as good. Gone is the loud ratcheting sound when a fish puts on a fight. If you like that, then grab the Authentic 33. It will sound like you expect, but this is silent and buttery smooth. Zeb co makes much more expensive reels, loaded up with quality bearings. But unless you 're making a living on a boat, this should be plenty. I go fishing every weekend with my sons and I 've caught dozens of fish on this. Mostly pan fish, crappie and bass but I 've reeled in a few nice carp and catfish as well. The reel did well.

5 fuse2327
Bought 2 of these for the kids 9+ 7 and they worked great. Came with a mini tackle kit as well

5 JoeySob1979
Bought this fir my 6 year old daughter and she loves it. No issues at all.

5 Ozarktek
Been using to fish from a kayak for months and is working quite well. Very smooth and quiet action. It even sat in muddy flood water for a day and still works like new, very impressed.

Zebco 33 Spincast Combo (2020)

Zebco 33 Spincast Combo (2020)

$44.99

(15)

The zebco rod& reel works excellent. ... Purchased these for both my Grandsons, I remember when i was a kid and my dad got me a Zebco, i fished many years with it, So Have taken the grandsons out three time already and they had a Blast fishing, great fishing rod and...

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5 Megan1989
Took this pole out for a 5 day fishing camping trip and had zero issues with it. Comfortable grip and performed exactly as I would have expected it to.

5 Grammy VH
Six year old Granddaughter caught her first bass on it. She was very pleased.

5 Tomo the Tarheel
My daughter loves fishing with it, if she's happy I 'm happy

5 Sheils77
This has been a super pile for my brand new fish. Super product for the price! Easy to use.

5 DiamondG
Great for beginners, simple to line, affordable price

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Okuma Stratus 7 Baitcast Reel

Okuma Stratus 7 Baitcast Reel

$52.49

WAS: $69.99*

(18)

It is very smooth. ... Cast better than expected, drag is strong, comfortable in palm ... Long casting get it dialed in there wo n't be many birds nest super happy with my

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5 Bassraiderva2889bk
I bought this reel about a month ago and I swear and that short amount of time I have caught probably 10 largemouth bass on it. I am using it with 50 pound braid and running Topwater frogs and whopper poppers. It is very smooth. No need to pay hundreds.

5 AznBassFishet
Great product and would recommend to others!!!!!!!!!

5 Miike54
Good reel. Smooth retrieve, casts well, drag is smooth. The Stratus 7 is my fifth Okuma. Great choice!

5 IzzzzyDR
I had a okuma stratus 7 baitcast rod I bought last year. So I said why not buy the reel and match it up. What a great decision. I could n't believe how good the reel was for the price. It is smooth and casts great, and I caught large mouth and small mouth with it. If you are looking for an inexpensive baitcast reel that is good, than buy this one. You wo n't be dissapointed

5 Calebb
Very happy with this purchase, it was exactly what I was looking for in a reel

Riversider Centerpin Float Combo

Riversider Centerpin Float Combo

$179.99

(3)

I bought because I want to try centerpin fishing and it was a nice price to learn

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5 Alcjr82
I bought because I want to try centerpin fishing and it was a nice price to learn on. We 'll see how it goes.

5 Szam
It is an amazing flow reel. I bought it just to get into the sport. The bearings are absolutely amazing on it and the rod is also super strong.

5 Snow walker
Rod is great, real is “ OK ”. My only dislike is I wish the rod had a full cork handle with rings so you could “ fine tune ” the reel location for better balance. All in all I ’ m happy with this purchase.

Zebco 33 Black Spincast Combo (2020)

Zebco 33 Black Spincast Combo (2020)

$64.99

(13)

The casting is nice and smooth as is the retrieval, it has 4 bearings and you can feel and hear the difference between this and the standard 33. ... This combo is nice in the

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5 Kendall066
I bought 2 of these online just to try them out... I admit I was skeptical of buying another Zebco 33... I already have owned many of them over the years... Almost all them the thumb button breaks... This new version of the loyal 33 works to perfection, every cast even into the wind seems to go out a mile and a half... I ’ m very impressed with this reel... May end up getting a few more of them.

5 jrb2011
Guys, it is a spincast. Some people seem to want this to perform like much more expensive rods that are in separate classes from this. I bought this for ease of use as a Dad with young kids. It has been great so far- looking forward to many memories with this.

5 Snooky212
Bought one 2 months ago... got four now.... casts a mile.. smooth return.. fits in hand perfectly... good backbone in rod... get some....

5 Chasefish13
I bought this a month ago for my first rod it has handled practically every fish well great quality

5 Fryedaddy1
You ca n't go wrong with a Zebco 33. High quality and easy to use

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Lew's American Hero Speed Spin Spinning Combo

Lew's American Hero Speed Spin Spinning Combo

$27.99

WAS: $34.99*

(97)

I have a number of Lews rods and reels and was excited to add this combo. ... Good quality, meaning durable and consistent, no problems, and does n't break the

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5 Cc226
I caught Two 10lb Cats with this today and the reel is so smooth

5 Giannis limo
Got this for my 11 year old boy. First time using it at a local pier he killed it with 13pompanos. And a blue Between 10 and 12 inches can ’ t go wrong for the price is perfect specially for a kid. I will change the 8lbs line for 12 or 15

5 Dkent9696
This is my favorite rod and reel. Well worth 25$.

5 Bob the building man
This rod will be able to hold on to any fish in any pond I ’ ve had it for two years and put a lot of miles on it it ’s about time to put some new fishing line on it just this year the handle on the reel is starting to go but it is definitely worth the money I will probably buy another one by the end of the summer

5 Lbcoach
nice and easy to cast small rod/reel combo- no issues, very smooth

Daiwa Regal LT Spinning Reel

Daiwa Regal LT Spinning Reel

$79.99

(12)

I was worried about being spooled, but thankfully this drag stack had my back and I was able to fine tune it in order to put just enough pressure to control the fish and not break

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5 Ryan_w212
I bought the 3000 size reel to do some bass fishing and inshore and it's been performing great. The other day I hooked into a massive red in a pond and it ran straight for open water, taking out about 120 yds of line. I was worried about being spooled, but thankfully this drag stack had my back and I was able to fine tune it in order to put just enough pressure to control the fish and not break off.

5 ZW810
Brilliant reel, super lightweight, super smooth. Feels very well built with a great drag system. Incredibly deep spool, which really helps it match up similar to a 4000+ reel in line capacity.

5 Brad36w
The reel is super smooth and feel higher quality than the price point

5 Swimbaitcaster26
I have purchased many of these reels in the past year as it has become my favorite under$ 100 reel. It cast smooth, the drag never sticks, and sounds amazing. I use the 2500 and 3000 size for large mouth bass.

5 Eric78D
Buttery smooth casts great lots of bag for you ’ re buck.

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Daiwa Laguna LT Spin Reel

Daiwa Laguna LT Spin Reel

$41.24

WAS: $54.99*

(7)

For the price point a super smooth reel and pretty solid compared to other cheaper spinning reels I 've tried. ... This one is great doesn ’ t tangle and it is

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5 MLCMsportsmom
My 11 year old son loves fishing but had a hard time with his old reel. This one is great doesn ’ t tangle and it is smooth!

5 Mike Al
I love my reel! I ’ ve used my reel several times now and I haven ’ t had any problems

5 iratebrent
Good solid reel. Very solid for the price. Fits well and eels smooth.

5 el jafe2020
For the price point a super smooth reel and pretty solid compared to other cheaper spinning reels I 've tried.

5 Gary
The Daiwa Laguna LT reel is really nice. It's not too heavy and really smooth. It balances well on a Daiwa AridX rod. I have n't been able to get on the water with it yet, but I anticipate it will perform nicely. Not too many quality reels are available at this price range, so get one whilst you can.

Abu Garcia Revo SX Spinning Reel

Abu Garcia Revo SX Spinning Reel

$189.99

(2)

Only the best ... I ’ ve owned several Revo reels and they just keep getting

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5 Cp Fishing
I ’ ve owned several Revo reels and they just keep getting better

4 A025
Bought a revo rocket and it was awesome the sx is not even close to the rocket it ’s a few steps fown

Daiwa BG Spinning Reel

Daiwa BG Spinning Reel

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WAS: $139.99-$189.99*

(39)

Great reel the size i want, very smooth. ... Very smooth and casts great ... It is very smooth and lightweight. ... I like the 2500 size for bass fishing ... Very

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5 Virginia1
I bought the BG 4000 as a Black Gold combo with the Daiwa rod and it is an amazingly smooth reel to cast and retrieve. Fully equivalent to my Stradic FK. Highly recommend for bass or bigger.

5 itsRare
By far one of my favorite saltwater reels. I own three of the BG series reels and I absolutely love them. Super smooth retrieves and very well built.

5 Nagy
I have been using a BG4000 for surf fishing for 6 month and this reel perform as new. do n't waste your money on expensive reels.

5 Jamaican Kid
I have a few of these reels and have been very happy with the performance and sturdiness, a very smooth retrieve. Can ’ t go wrong with a purchase.

5 Butcho
Very happy with the product. Very durable and easy to maintain.

Shimano Saragosa SW A Spinning Reel

Shimano Saragosa SW A Spinning Reel

$324.99-$364.99

(4)

Excellent Reel heavy drag manual bail on the expensive side but that ’s because I bought it from Dicks. ... Has an awesome drag and holds up to the big

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5 Mike NPR FL
Used to have the last model of 10k Saragosa SW. Was too big to cast or hold all day, so sold it and recently bought the 6k Saragosa SW A. Love it. Smooth and light and casts well. That said the 6k has limited line capacity. Fishing for pelagic species off the kayak in SE Florida the 8k or 10k makes more sense so may buy one for next trip down. Hard to find at local stores so online seems like the only way to get one.

5 Blackbetty
Excellent Reel heavy drag manual bail on the expensive side but that ’s because I bought it from Dicks. I probably paid an extra$ 100. 00

5 Fish22
I use this reel for salt water fishing for striped bass. Has an awesome drag and holds up to the big fish. I would highly recommend this reel.

5 Ryos
I bought this after countless YouTube reviews and this thing performs as expected and then some! Worth every penny in my opinion

Daiwa Tatula MQ LT Spinning Reel

Daiwa Tatula MQ LT Spinning Reel

$224.99

(1)

Line management is excellent but need to add a washer to get the line lay to not taper on the top from how it came originally. ... Been using the Tatula 2000 model for inshore jigging with 6lb line and I ca n't fault it jigging for 5- 6 hours non stop being so

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5 Mario D
I 've always been a Shimano go to for years, and always will be, but was looking for a 2000 light reel for jigging and Shimano just does not have it in this price range with a larger high gear for more torque. I was using a 2500 Ultegra but it's just too heavy for long days of jigging. Tried to use a Stradic 1000 and it works but feels underpowered and with 6lb it's not ideal. Been using the Tatula 2000 model for inshore jigging with 6lb line and I ca n't fault it jigging for 5- 6 hours non stop being so light. The only gripe is the handle has a tiny bit of play but nothing a shim ca n't resolve. I changed the handle to a black Titanium Gomexus with ceramic bearings and now it's perfect. I am critical of my reels and I have many including the 22 Stradic and Stella as well as other lower model Diawa's. This is an extraordinary reel in how it feels. The shaft feels that it's spinning on air when turning the handle, something my other reels do n't feel like. It's really an amazing feeling. The reel never has failed once in operation and is very light. Line management is excellent but need to add a washer to get the line lay to not taper on the top from how it came originally.

Mr. Catfish Baitcasting Reel

Mr. Catfish Baitcasting Reel

$89.99

(6)

Without breaking the bank, this has shown to be a very smooth reel with an excellent drag. ... Super reel!!! ... Bought this reel for a black Friday event in 2018 and have used this reel on an ugly stick catfish rod and I 'm very impressed with it. The only things I had to do is break the reel down...

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5 fish4cats
Great product for the money. No issues with jamming so far. Casts well and the clicker is great. If money is no object than get yourself a catfish series Abu, if money is tight this reel will work well if you are familiar with using baitcasting reels. If you 're going for bigger cats you might consider changing the line.

5 Ma5qu
I bought this reel used it a few times went back and bought another. So far I have no complaints. I have caught several 10plus pounds cAtfish with even a couple exceeding the 30 lbs mark had no issue at all pulling them in..

5 GCs Jigs
Without breaking the bank, this has shown to be a very smooth reel with an excellent drag.

4 jw52
Not a 6500 ABU but so far so good caught 5 cats yesterday biggest 23 pound handled the fish just fine.

4 rbutler607
Bought the reel from Field and Stream. Great reel for channel cats. Good reel if you are on a tight budget.

Shimano Sienna FG Spinning Reel

Shimano Sienna FG Spinning Reel

$34.99-$37.99

(37)

Very smooth retrieve and a high speed gear ratio. ... Very smooth retrieve. ... I plan on using this one for ice fishing. ... This reel has given me more confidence to cast harder and farther because it hasn ’ t bird- nested or back lashed the

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5 Mackdel23
This is my first Shimano reel and I love it! It ’s super smooth and pairs perfectly with my ultralite setup. I have had it for 2 weeks now and have zero issue reeling in fish 10/10 recommended!

5 Al P
I purchased this reel about a week ago and could n't wait to try it out, this reel is everything you want it to be, smooth- great drag- and very elegant. The reel has great balance. This reel speaks for its self. so easy to operate I bought the 1000 and I am buying the 500 for Father's Day. Dont let the size fool you, you can get the big one with this reel. Test your skills. I love it

5 TMT88
This is the perfect reel for my rod. Well made and light weight.

5 James8675
I recommend this reel, I got it in a 2500 size and it ’s smooth casting and reeling.

5 rrragoo2431
Use this with a 6 ’ 6 ft. 8lb. test medium light rod. Decent reel and works great so far for saltwater fishing. I don ’ t know if it is designed for saltwater but I do rinse it off in regular water every once in a while.

PENN Fishing Slammer IV Spinning Reel

PENN Fishing Slammer IV Spinning Reel

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WAS: $329.99-$409.99*

(5)

A quality reel by Penn ... Bought this real two weeks ago, and I already landed a nice striped bass. ... The real handled everything perfectly. ... Great

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5 Squonk
Bought this real two weeks ago, and I already landed a nice striped bass. The real handled everything perfectly.

5 Island7
Great Reel! Can handle 20lb braid! Great combination

5 TFD3
Bought this for my son as a birthday gift, he's an avid fisherman. He was excited to get on the water and start using it that day.

5
This reel is beyond strong enough for inshore and medium catch offshore!

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Shimano Sedona FJ Spinning Reel

Shimano Sedona FJ Spinning Reel

$89.99-$99.99

(17)

Spool is exceptional for casting and line maintenance( no problems with line twist). ... Super smooth and it ’s a great reel for the money. ... Got this to upgrade an old reel I had and I 'm very impressed with how smooth and light the reel

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5 Mwirth
I have had shimano reels for the last 30 years. This does not disappoint, smooth as silk great drag, and well made.

5 Gioo340
Super smooth and it ’s a great reel for the money. Will probably get another one for my next setup.

5 Bryan606
Got this to upgrade an old reel I had and I 'm very impressed with how smooth and light the reel is. Worked great for fishing for multiple species.

5 Exists
I couldnt be more pleased with this reel, Drag is great/strong, very smooth and has anti- reverse switch. Spool is exceptional for casting and line maintenance( no problems with line twist). Use in creek, lake and rivers in SW Pennsylvania for various species, with no issues. I dont see any negative aspects with this reel. Highly recommend!!!

5 Talon1
Bought this sedona 3000 fj for my birthday and used 30lb blue braid as fishing line. Looks good, feel good, functions great. Now I want the larger one. Pulled in a feisty 10 inch juvenile grouper with ease. Returned grouper to the Gulf

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PENN Fishing Fierce IV Spinning Reel

PENN Fishing Fierce IV Spinning Reel

$84.99-$124.99

WAS: $109.99-$149.99*

(9)

This thing is built like a tank and has a good level of smoothness to it. ... The reel is smooth and consistent! ... Have been using only Penn reels for many years and they are smooth working and

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5 Tom the fisherman
The reel is smooth and is made very well!! Sturdy heavy metal!!! I am happy with this reel and have caught lots of nice fish!!

5 Fisherman From Florida
Heavy duty and well made reel from Penn!! The reel is smooth and consistent! Has nice a nice feel and wo n't get tangled up!! A great sturdy reel from Penn!!

5 Grandpa78
I ’ ve used this reel for finesse fishing and when that bass bites have no concern that the reel can ’ t handle it.

5 DVTracker
We have 20+ Penn fishing reels in sizes 4000 and 6000. Have been using only Penn reels for many years and they are smooth working and reliable.

5 Doctor feelgood
I won a bass tournament with it already! Still think your prices are way too high!

Okuma Avenger ABF Spinning Reel

Okuma Avenger ABF Spinning Reel

$89.99-$99.99

(20)

Smooth retrieve. ... Love it, smooth retrieve, works great! ... I really like the free spool feature. ... I like the new look and feel and Balance, the handle feels comfortable and the bearing system is very

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5 Shawn215
I bought this reel almost two weeks ago To fish for stripers, catfish, and carp. The reel is built well and not made of cheap materials, the casting and retrieving are super smooth. You could use this reel with or without the bait feeder feature, but if ur bottom fishing this is a great feature to have and use. This is my first bait feeder I owned and I ’ m overall impressed, Okuma makes great products and I will be purchasing another of the same reel.

5 WxguyinFL
I bought this last month to replace a reel that froze up. I did curbside pickup at the Bradenton FL location. Very easy transaction. I caught some nice fish off the beach with it!

5
Got to use this immediately on a recent trip to the beach. Not to heavy and bulky like my other reels. Smooth retrieve. Only caught small fish so the bait feeder system disnt really come into play but boy is it a cool feature. Look forward to using it for fall striper fishing!

5 Fish hunt and shoot NJ
I now have 3 Okuma reels in this type. Without the baitrunner feature its great., But with it, its excellent. It's great for live bait fishing or as a downrigger Reel.

5 Catchermen
Have caught many fish, very versatile with lures and a definite plus for kids learning to use live bait. Just turn the handle and it goes to the 2nd drag after hook set.

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PENN Fishing Fierce IV Live Liner Spinning Reel

PENN Fishing Fierce IV Live Liner Spinning Reel

$134.99-$144.99

WAS: $159.99-$169.99*

(4)

Solid Reel with Baitfeeder/Live Liner option for the money ... I was looking for something smaller/lighter but still tough enough for medium duty

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5 TileDudeGeo
Great purchase, recommended to buy for anyone, solid reel

5 Dave D
I have several larger baitfeeder spinning reels for surf fishing, including a Penn Fierce III 6500 and an Okuma Avenger 8000 series. I was looking for something smaller/lighter but still tough enough for medium duty saltwater. I opted for the Penn Fierce IV 4500 series which I spooled with PowerPro 30lb braid, as opposed to paying almost double for a Spinfisher 4000 series with LiveLiner option. Very satisfied. Have caught blues on bait in the surf and some larger catfish in freshwater so far. Versatile setup.

5 Dave
Penn's Live Liner reels are very well made and basically bulletproof. The action is smooth as silk.

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Left or Right Hand Retrieve Spinning Reels

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  • What is the difference between left and right hand retrieve spinning reels?
  • How do I choose the right hand retrieve for my spinning reel?
  • Are there specific advantages to using a left or right hand retrieve spinning reel?
  • Can I switch the retrieve on my spinning reel from left to right or vice versa?
  • What types of fishing are left or right hand retrieve spinning reels best suited for?

Frequently Asked Questions For Left or Right Hand Retrieve Spinning Reels

The main difference between left and right hand retrieve spinning reels lies in the orientation of the handle. A left hand retrieve reel is designed for anglers who prefer to use their left hand to turn the handle, while a right hand retrieve reel is for those who use their right hand. This choice often depends on personal comfort and fishing style, as it can affect casting and reeling efficiency.

Choosing the right hand retrieve for your spinning reel depends on your dominant hand and personal preference. If you are right-handed, you may find it more comfortable to use a right hand retrieve reel, allowing your dominant hand to control the reel while your non-dominant hand manages the rod. Conversely, left-handed anglers may prefer a left hand retrieve for similar reasons.

Yes, the advantages of using a left or right hand retrieve spinning reel primarily relate to comfort and efficiency. Anglers often find that using a reel that matches their dominant hand allows for quicker and more fluid movements when casting and reeling in fish. This can enhance overall fishing performance and reduce fatigue during long fishing sessions.

Many spinning reels come with a feature that allows you to switch the retrieve from left to right or vice versa. This is typically done by adjusting the handle position or changing the internal mechanism. However, not all reels have this capability, so it's important to check the specifications of your reel before attempting to make the switch.

Left or right hand retrieve spinning reels are versatile and can be used for various types of fishing, including freshwater and saltwater fishing. They are ideal for techniques such as casting, jigging, and trolling. The choice of retrieve often depends on the angler's technique and personal comfort, making it important to select a reel that aligns with your preferred fishing style.