Visser Reel Unboxing - Why I got rid of my Van Staal VR50 Fishing Reel

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

This reel is the latest design from Robert Koelewyn, the designer of the Van Staal and Zee Baas Reels. I wanted a smaller fully sealed reel to replace my VR50 after using it for two seasons. I did have some line wrap issues I think with my VR50 which ultimately led me to sell it. In this video I unbox the reel for the first time and go over some of its features. You can find more information about this reel at www.visserreels.com I'm in no way affiliated with Visser Reels. I paid for this with my own money. I hope you enjoy this video. If you do, hit that thumbs up button and consider subscribing to my channel. Thanks for watching. Follow me on Instagram - instagram.com/leswang_/ As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. It really helps me if you purchase anything through my paid links: ------------------------------ Reel - Visser No. 3B ------------------------------ Kayak Gear: VHF Marine Radio - Standard Horizon HX850 Floating - Newer version - amzn.to/3192Bxh ------------------------------ Gear: Waders - Patagonia Wading Jacket - Patagonia River Salt Jacket 2020 Surf Bag Small - Shimano Bluewave Surf Bag Small - amzn.to/3b0DAqR Surf Bag - Aquaskinz Tall Surf Bag - amzn.to/3fo40GG Surf Pouch on Belt - Aquaskinz Small Surf Pouch - amzn.to/3e6DiCb Boots - Patagonia Tractor Wading Boots with Aluminum Bars Korkers Devil's Canyon Wading Boot - amzn.to/2AVxvN2 Gloves - BUFF Pro Series Fighting Work 3 Gloves - amzn.to/2W2ANYy Waterproof Gloves - Patagonia R1 Gloves Watch - Apple Watch Series 4 (44mm) - amzn.to/2Dplb8J ------------------------------ Editing Equipment: GoPro Hero 9 Black - amzn.to/3cp1CjC GoPro Hero 7 Black - amzn.to/2LmbmgC DJI Osmo Pocket - amzn.to/32BWTTQ DJi Mavic Pro Drone - amzn.to/2qkbnK3 MacBook Pro - amzn.to/2MGKBms iPhone XS Max ------------------------------

[@Poolstick00]

Thats a bigger reel than the Vr 50

[@curtisg.8671]

Awesome buy. I have the 6 and no regrets. Fished it hard and had multiple decent stripes and blues on it. This reel will be bashed for sure for the ones that own the Vr or VS. This reel will come around and make a name for itself as they have.

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

I returned the 3 for the 4 cause it didn’t hold much line as advertised. I like that vacuum pump tool they will sell that can check the seals. I can’t wait to catch some stripers on it. Thanks for commenting and tight lines!

[@streetbob101]

Been using the #4 Black for over a year now primarily on Sod Banks it's not big enough for surf application in my area. No issues so far. I fish it hard meaning in tough conditions and often but I don't abuse or challange it on purpose. Its paired with the 7foot 6inch ODM Back Bay rod and has landed well into triple digits mid 20 to 38inch Bass. Generally I fish top waters mid season and soft plastics in the early spring, late fall. Love this reel for the type of application I use it for.

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

Yeah for surf I would use a No. 6. I use my 4 for back bays and the north shore of Long Island with 20# braid and it handles all the fish around here no problem.

[@Kibwunga]

Here's the thing about Rob. It seems everyone he brings in as a business partner, he strands them, and moves on to another thing. Thank goodness a healthy company took over Van Staal. I have a 3Tand fly reel that is awesome, but Rob left him hanging and the company seems to be no more. Enjoy your reel. Don't expect Rob to hang around to keep the company healthy. BTW, I have met the guy. He is a cordial man and very smart. He just doesn't seem to be loyal.

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

Interesting. Thanks for the info.

[@Luke-do1ek]

Like the new name bro! Haha. One of my favorite fishing channels on KZbin man🤙.

[@raymondsanborn7763]

Can someone please put out a comparison chart for visser, van Staal and 1000 to 10000+ sizes, its getting a bit crazy out there.

[@tonykemp4645]

I uses a banex reel 5000 visser reel I will look into buying one how do you rate thoes reels

[@tonysorice5142]

sorry buddy bad move to get rid of ur new vr 50 for ur visser,the visser have problems already anyhow good luck,

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

I got rid of a first gen VR50 for the Visser 4. So far mine has performed better and caught bigger fish lol

[@jaredp1516]

lol major red flags, website says 9.2oz box says 10.6oz and the real weight is 11.6oz?? i wonder what else on that website is a lie

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

Most reels don’t weight what the box says actually if you weigh them. They are up to Gen 3 now. The service was very expensive to get my stripped screws out. They changed the design because I told Rob to change it to Torx. Early adopters of anything always will have issues to be ironed out.

[@vsonic86]

Are you doing this video for visser just so you get discount or sponsorship by Visser? Because Visser is having shit ton of issue with their reels right now. Horrible customer service. Very very irresponsible for their customer. You could send their reel in for service and get back with worse condition than before. Look at Tackle Advisor review about this reel. I'm surprise this Company isn't bankrupted yet.

[@magnumzer00]

Obviously not that smooth out of the box. I wonder which parts are made in China....

[@cameronbartlett856]

The main reason I want a Van Stall is because I live in Texas and I want the option to submerge my self in the lake to get away from the heat while I fish

[@jubert93]

What rod would you pair this with. Is this really the same size as VR50. I sold my VR50 bc the gears stripped after a single use. To me VR is garbage. VS/VSX are the way to go. Visser I was interested in due to waterproof design and the overall weight.

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

It’s on my Lamiglas GSB 9’ L. I’m going to get the line today and spool it up. Yes the size is almost identical to the VR50. I sold it so I can’t do a side by side comparison. The No. 3 and 4 use the same body but have a different spool I believe only. Yes I think the VR50 wasn’t that good. This weighs 11.6oz with the spool and no line. Thanks for watching and tight lines!

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

I tried to spool up the 20lb braid and it barely held 225yds. I contacted TD and they are exchanging it to No. 4 for me. I find it strange the weight and line capacity are way off.

[@thedetective8150]

The VR50 was on my list to buy but I keep reading serious quality control issues like what you reported here. I read that the VR50s bail spring is very visible and a huge entry point for water, sand and other debris. That’s a huge design flaw for a sealed reel.

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

@@thedetective8150 my bail became loose and sloppy after 2 seasons of use. The Visser is way smoother and tighter so far but only time will tell. I did land a nice bass the other night in it. Caught about 7 fish on it so far. Video will be up soon. Thanks for watching.

[@thedetective8150]

@@LesFishingMoreCatching The Visser is a cool looking reel and keep testing it. I look forward for your ongoing field reports.

[@cword8247]

Is the visser smoother than the van staal vr?

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

It’s hard to say cause I was comparing a used vr50 to a new no. 4 but I would say yes. The VSX is smoother than the VR50 I recall also.

[@bradluongo4604]

How is it ? You must’ve of fished it by now ?

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

Yeah it’s awesome. Caught a nice striper with it in my last posted video. I caught a bunch of blues with it also one day I went for them. Will be posting that video shortly. Thanks for watching!

[@bradluongo4604]

@@LesFishingMoreCatching awesome dude ! I haven’t even fished my VR50 that I just bought a month or so ago ....I’m scared too lol my 150 locked up on me after one season so now I have zero confidence in them ..... been using my bls spinfishers for now ...... think I might get a vsx I’m definitely all set with the VR

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

Yeah the VSX is tried and true. The one I got last year works perfect and haven’t had any issues. I even left it on the sand and water and sand washed up on it and I was able to dip it and get the sand out the bottom of the rotor and it works perfect still. A tank for sure. Learning bailess wasn’t as bad as I though it would be. The Visser is def awesome though I’ve been enjoying it.

[@bradluongo4604]

@@LesFishingMoreCatching oh dude bail less is great I can’t stand fishing with a bail at all I hate it ..... but yeah I’m actually sending out my VR 150 today and once I get it back I’m selling it

[@michaelyanni4422]

That’s a bad ass real

[@Machster10]

LOL

[@Fishingguy00]

How is the reel holding up? I do currently have the VR 50 but considering the visser no. 4

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

Perfectly fine. About to use it this spring again. All I have done is rinsed it.

[@Fishingguy00]

@@LesFishingMoreCatching good to hear, guess I’ll be going with the visser!

[@Fishingguy00]

@@LesFishingMoreCatching just pulled the trigger and ordered! Can’t wait !

[@zerSxx]

You didn’t spool ur line on tight enough. Simple

[@hooper4581]

Quick question. What line were you using on the 50 ?

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

20lb started with pp v2 then put kast king 8 strand 20lb

[@hooper4581]

@@LesFishingMoreCatching wonder if the line contributed To your problem ?

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

@@hooper4581 it’s quite possible but I have ran those lines on other reels with no problem.

[@benlagman1]

Les, hows it going with this reel? I want to purchase one but i seen the reviews on SOL that they say theres issues on the design regarding the waterproofing/seal that the inside could get rust. Also i seen reviews here in youtube that shows the same thing. I want to hear from you before i make a puchase. Thanks a lot!

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

Not sure if you followed the reel, but those early prototypes have had all the issues fixed. The owners of those reels have commented and cleared up the issues they were having. I haven't taken mine apart yet, but it has lasted longer then my VSX which locked up from corrosion after sitting over winter. I had to put in 175F water and let it sit for a hour and then i was able to spin the rotor free and take apart the reel using my 3D printed wrench I sell on my website. So far the Visser > VSX and I have my own proof. I don't like to rely on the internet for testing, I like to figure and test stuff and find out myself first hand. Hope that helps.

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

Also they just changed the VSX design and moved the anti reverse out of the handle and put it in the main body now like most reels so there's no slop or rubberbandness that I noticed right away when I got the reel which I mention in my video that I saw no one else onlone mention....

[@benlagman1]

@@LesFishingMoreCatching thanks a lot! you are the best! now its time to get a #3

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

I got the No. 4 because the 3 didn't hold enough 20# test for me. They share the same body I think just larger spool on the No. 4

[@benlagman1]

@@LesFishingMoreCatching in the video, it said you're unboxing a #3? Did you returned the #3?

[@stripervince1]

Ehhh. For $199 maybe $299 . Not for over $700. I'd go with saltiga dogfight for that price. Or even a saragosa 5000 for $250. Besides lots of bad reviews on this thing

[@thedetective8150]

It's a great-looking reel and looks better than the Van Staal VR models.

[@stripervince1]

No way! the van staal looks better

[@PM-jn3kw]

How’s the reel holding up ?

[@LesFishingMoreCatching]

So far so good but I haven’t used it much. Hopefully get to get on some nice Blues with it soon. Casts well the No. 4.