I did a lot of internet research for the best salt water reel for 2021. Out of 5 fishing websites that extensively test, analyze, and rate slat water reels, this was consistently at the top. if it was not #1 as it was in 3 article, it was in the top 3..... This is out of 1o rated reels. Penn has always mad quality durable reels, and this one rate with ^600-$800 reels... Difference is that it weighs more than the more expensive reels.
The gear ratios are prefect, the materials are very durable, drag is what you want and more, and is is so smooth in it mechanics when reeling in fish. You want a high performing reel that will last a long time and meet your needs for large or small fish.... Look no further.

Mounted my penn 30 visx, will update when I put my first fish on it!

Got this in addition to my 6' Penn Passion. Super sweet. Great deal. Happy to have this not only functions well but looks sassy! Smooth as silk.

I jusr=t can't say enough about these battalion rods. I have them in casting and spinning, one piece and split grips. They all perform well and are well made.

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