Top 10 Surf Fishing Reels

In this video I talk about the top 10 surf fishing reels. When choosing a surf fishing reel you need to consider quality, longevity, and value. Fishing reel companies like Penn, Shimano, Diawa, Tsunami, and Van Staal make some excellent options for surf fishing reels.
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0:00 - Intro
0:10 - Penn Pursuit III (amzn.to/3eolrIJ)
0:52 - Tsunami Shield (amzn.to/3nM9yiw)
1:30 - Diawa BG (amzn.to/2Rqytw2)
2:09 - Penn Battle III (amzn.to/3ej2w1P)
3:06 - Penn Conflict 2 Long Cast (amzn.to/3tloN3l)
3:52 - Penn Spinfisher Long Cast (amzn.to/3eS5Z6p)
4:35 - Shimano Saragossa (bit.ly/3gYxDS5)
5:10 - Penn Slammer (amzn.to/33dLxYv)
5:53 - Tsunami Salt X (amzn.to/3th5GY1)
6:33 - Van Staal VR 125 (amzn.to/3b37cH0)
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[@SaltSquatch]

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[@turboboy0]

you should do an updated version of this list. the pennpursuit4 reels now have sealed bearings as well as other improvements. i am lucky enough to have found a source of new 2500,4000 and 6000 penn pursuit4 reels for CHEAP. I PAY $30 FOR THE 4000 AND $40 FOR THE 6000. i have been converting a lot of my reels over to penn from shakespeare which i have been using for decades.

[@sabilce]

The only gripe I have with this reel is the weight, but that goes with the size of the reel kzbin.infoUgkxM68VkfsQhHaabDce1IwOCXuvumcpbZ_k . I brought this salmon fishing up in Oswego, NY. I coupled it with a Cabela's Whuppin Stick. I had no problem pulling in a 14lb salmon. I will probably use this for surf fishing this summer and downgrade to a 3500 series Battle II next salmon season to save my wrists. All of the operations are butter smooth and the bail is nice and thick and has a solid flip to it. Everything about this reel is sturdy and strong. The drag system held up to the salmon and was also super smooth. I did use a scale to set the drag properly before going out to the river and this worked out tremendously. A bunch of other guys on the river would hook up and snap almost immediately. Just because you have a good drag system doesn't do anything if you don't set it correctly.

[@rectorkirk1158]

Have 2 penn battle 6k 3 years old. Love em.

[@jklphoto]

This series is really well done Phil. Catchy graphics, no nonsense and great voiceover audio!

[@SaltSquatch]

Thank you, JK!

[@sirwilliam7988]

These reviews are awesome. So many choices now days. Thanks

[@SaltSquatch]

You’re welcome! Agreed, I love to see options on the market

[@Eyesofthasouth]

Nice line up as I’m just getting into surf fishing. I currently have the Bg 4000 for my first setup. But after much research my next will be the spinfisher-probably in the 4500 size. Thanks for sharing

[@pottsinozadventures1930]

Got my Slammer 3 yesterday via online clearance sale, to add to my Penn collection (which dates back to the '60s). Very nice and well made but I am a bit disappointed that the drag won't loosen up more. My older & abused Spinfisher V almost feels like a superior drag system, since I can set it at almost zero resistance, unlike the Slammer III. I am told Slammer lV solved this. Wishing now I spent the extra $.

[@timscott2329]

Awesome vid! Great info ? Does the van stal come in a size comparable to the spin fisher 3000?

[@SaltSquatch]

About a size 3500 for body and 4500 spool size.

[@jeffreybabino8161]

Penn pursuit reels are very good I have a 6000 8000 a couple of daiwa BG 30 and a 60 lod style very good also loved the video thanks 🐟

[@sawftbunzzz]

no the pursuits are pure garbage consider your self lucky it hasnt broke yet

[@ryansmith4722]

Perfection!

[@SaltSquatch]

Thanks!

[@1126robert]

Have you got to try the Daiwa Saltist MG, brother?

[@davidpartida5277]

Great video layout

[@SaltSquatch]

Thank you!

[@elijahbl5745]

On my 6000s I never use anything less than 40 lb braid, I just prefer that extra edge for if I hook a bull red like 45-50 inch or a shark

[@piercel.6515]

Nice selection. Now Penn come with Slammer IV, should be a lot better choice.

[@magdi1963]

Great video and very helpful information but why didn't you mention the quantity of ball bearings each of those fishing reels contain in the feature's list... Best regards from Alexandria, Egypt.

[@SaltSquatch]

That’s a great point! I will have to include that next time

[@Christian0839]

I’m debating between the salt x and saragossa 6000!

[@wish2fish37]

Great video.Can Slammer be turned into bailers?

[@SaltSquatch]

That’s a great question. I don’t know that they make bailess kits for the slammer

[@wish2fish37]

Someone suggested after I had already got the manual bail 6500 slammer to get the spin fisher bailess to save money. Never tried one but too late now anyway.

[@dalesmoocher6861]

Help please,,, i want to fish for seabass off the cliffs, they are usually 2,5kg... I have to reel them up a cliff 100 meters. I googled all day, 'strongest reel' etc tec. Can't get any results. Does anyone know which is the best fixed spool reel for reeling up fish out of water up cliffs? Ideally around 485 - 500grams to match my rod. Thank You in advance Guy's.

[@goldsilverbroke78]

My penn slammer fell apart today the drag tensioner fell off while casting .lost in the ocean..spool came half way off..😢

[@kencleg7721]

Easy fix Penn there parts availability is top notch

[@Rpark1214]

best long casting reel for under $100?

[@kencleg7721]

All my surf start 5 k reels 6500 s are on my 14’ - 15’ rods

[@Colonel1Bravo]

I liked the video, but I want to point out something. Everyone always compares a 6000 saragosa to a 6500 slammer. The 10000 size saragosa is more of an equal comparison for size, weight, and capacity. I have a van staal VSX 200 bail-less but was thinking of a VR150 (and leaving the bail on for wind). I am in the market to also try the slammer and a new gosa.

[@SaltSquatch]

Good point. Sizes can be confusing

[@abdulkafi2253]

Why didn't Shimano ULTEGRA in the list

[@ZampostOk]

for me Penn 706Z

[@laosguytraveling8087]

Stella and twin power ??

[@pineapplesideways3820]

Only for the minor Richy richards

[@jedipokemob3940]

What about penn fierce?

[@SaltSquatch]

The newer model is not having great feedback. I like the older models

[@jedipokemob3940]

@@SaltSquatch what is the difference between them

[@SaltSquatch]

Not sure, but build quality seemed to go down

[@trussmonkey5910]

I was expecting to see a Stella reel, How come it didn't make the list?

[@SaltSquatch]

Have used Shimano and just not a fan for surf fishing. Just my preference

[@trussmonkey5910]

@@SaltSquatch Great video and thanks for the reply. My coworker and friend is retiring and I wanted to buy him a high end reel for surf fishing SoCal halibut. Stella was the first to come to mind then Vanstaal was recommended. Daiwa released a new reel that also looked really nice. Any insight would be appreciated, thanks.

[@wish2fish37]

Meant Bailless on last comment

[@migsfishingexpeditionvlogs9518]

Penn user her..

[@stephenhusak6098]

Van Staal Z Bass Penn Slammer 3 Shimmano Saragoosa Penn Spin fisher Daiwa BG Those are true surf fishing reels. The rest are unsealed and will fail if dunked .

[@SaltSquatch]

Agreed, I prefer sealed reels as well but those just starting out probably want something more budget friendly, then can upgrade later.

[@stephenhusak6098]

@@SaltSquatch or they could just by once and be done

[@SaltSquatch]

Would be ideal. Not everyone enjoys the sport after they try it out and some don’t have the budget.

[@jacojonker4312]

Can not rate the Penn Slammer above Saragosa...piece of overrated, over priced junk.😄

[@stephenhusak6098]

@@jacojonker4312 Actually they are rated and regarded pretty close. Slammer uses conventional seals. Saragoosa use water repelling grease. Big difference is drag system. The Penn Dura Drag system is much better than the saragoosa. For record I have both plus van Staal and a stella. Slammer stands up. In fact the extreme kayak lodge in Panama where we are fishing next year recommends them and the saragoosa for the reels to bring. This is to chase 50 to 100 lb rooster fish and cubera snappers

[@shawng6415]

No quantum???

[@SaltSquatch]

Never used one or have one recommended to me but I’m always learning about more options!

[@MrGflan]

Damn, I was expecting way more expensive reels. Do yourselves a favor and don’t get into wildlife photography! Lol this is not too bad!!

[@michaelclark7602]

Penn torque 2 is better than your #1 and 2

[@SaltSquatch]

Maybe, but also is over $700

[@michaelclark7602]

@@SaltSquatch 699.95

[@SaltSquatch]

Haha okay add tax and you’re over $700

[@yngslyddkeyfishlandlord502]

No way the pursuit made top 10 even with the price that reel is trash I've had small size regular size Jack crevelles and other medium-sized fish hit my line and give me a run for my money and the ball bearings and inside of that pursuit buckles every time even as a beginner I would not offer anyone to buy that reel I would have made the pen fierce the number 10 spot over that pursuit pure garbage

[@etbugs8421]

ASK ASK a mailman how many names he has seen on one mailbox. In Boston you see on the mail box NO NAME no mail. People are bunching up in apartments, this is more than likely before they surrender and go home to mom, or new people just in from the old country. It's Bad real Bad.

[@Ryu-369]

military grade hmmwv is the worst thing lol

[@calallen8786]

Saragosa and van staal is the way to go. Will never touch Penn reels unless it a conventional. Penn spinners are junk. They don't last or take any abuse. I seen more fail than shimano. But tsunamis reel is okay but feels too cheaply made. Diawa is good too.

[@sawftbunzzz]

penn persuit three is garbage it will break within a year