is this reel for use in salt water fishing?
1988696
The answer is a big YES! I use it by Jones Beach Inlet by the Atlantic Ocean. Don't skimp on quality line, Penn Reels are the best. Keith Scudder
1988697
It's fine for salt and freshwater. I've used mine for channel cats in central Tennessee as well as a 5.5ft blacktip in the gulf.
1988698
Yes, I only use it for saltwater fishing. I have caught king mackerel, spanish mackerel, jack carvalle, and many other saltwater fish using this reel.
1988699
Generally yes, but I suppose you could troll for large freshwater fish with it as well.
1988700
The answer is a big YES! I use it by Jones Beach Inlet by the Atlantic Ocean. Don't skimp on quality line, Penn Reels are the best.Keith Scudder
209713
I bought the 11' rod for salt water surf casting. Personally, I would NOT want to use this rod for fresh water (constant) casting. It's a very nice rod, and if you are used to using one that size, you might like this one.
1719169
It would be great for trout fishing. Your line and pole would be the biggest difference for using this reel. I use it for light saltwater fishing and would def use it for some trout back at home.
1304473
I have alread fished 30kg fish with no problem it will depend on the line. I only fish in fresh water so I would not know if is also good for salt water.
1917871
Probably not. It's a baitcaster, so when first learning, line is easily tangled on the reel. A spinning combo is much easier, and plenty of fisherman stay with them forever. Will he fish in the ocean? Then he needs it to be designed for use in salt water.
2199524
Sorry to say, but this is a strong reel meant for Marine Fishing. Put some strong line on it and go after the big fish !Keith S.
1876125
No, this reel can corrode, its made of aluminum components that will react with saltwater and will crust.You need to spend the money and buy a reel that has stainless steel parts for the saltwater.
1535258
No, it does not.For what it's worth, my experience with the "level wind" feature on certain reels suggests they do not work well when used in a salt water environment. The salt accumulates inside the level wind mechanism and causes myriad problems, which usually present themselves when you are trying to land a large fish. In my opinion, no salt water reels should have a level wind feature except for those which sit, polished and pretty, on some "sportsman's" shelves.
1717321
Can be used for small salt water species. Make sure you clean reel after each use. I used them for years flounder fishing in New England.
240471
I use Daiwa electric reel for deep ocean rock cods fishing, so I would know. Sorry! But it's fit perfectly for my need.
1730960
I only fish salt water and have use it for bluefish and strippers. Works well for me
1940306
Yes, though the drag is not terribly robust and a long rod is necessary. If you are fishing offshore (and if you are fishing for tuna I imagine you must be) you may wish to consider a conventional reel with a stout, short boat rod. I use this reel on a 12' surf rod and there are few inshore fish I would think it can't handle. A 12' rod on a boat can be unwieldy. Tuna can burn up even a conventional reel drag and with a spinning reel the bail will create even more friction as will the guides. It's really not the best choice for offshore fishing but it could work.
2247664
In my opinion, the Zebco spincast fishing system is not intended for use in salt water. The metal parts of the reel would corrode quickly once exposed to salt . Also, The rod & reel are not durable enough to land any fish much above 6-7 pounds.
739537
its meant for salt water but if you are fishing for very large fish you can use it in freash water.
1962563
I personally wouldn't use it for surf fishing. I've casted with it for short distances but not sure how it would hold up having to cast long distances with heavy weight. The drag is not entirely adjustable so unless you are using heavy weight to keep it anchored, strong water movement has the drag clicking very often. Not to deter you from considering this reel by no means, its a great beginner reel and even though I've upgraded from it, I still use it when putting out several rods.
2213648
I use it for freshwater fishing. As far as I know if it's for saltwater, it's good to use it for freshwater too, but not the other way around.
480930
Excellent reel for both salt and fresh water fishing. It takes a lot less effort to reel in your fish.