PENN Spinfisher VI Spinning Reel Review
PENN has been around a long time, since 1932 to be exact. In 1963 PENN came out with its first generation of spinning reels the Greenie series, then PENN added the 2nd generation the Z series of reels. A little later, the 3rd generation, SS series, came along and it was not too long after that PENN introduced the 4th generation: SSm & SSg series, then the 5th generation (V). I can tell you I have fished with three of the five series ever made and that they were some great spinning reels. My father and I still have and use some of them today.
So after fifty plus years of great spinning reels PENN is going to blow your mind again! Yes, you guessed it, the Spinfisher VI series of spinning reels! I know; why fix something that’s not broken, it is more like taking what is good and making it great! PENN has really put together one versatile line of spinning reels with the new Spinfisher VI series; lighter and tougher! From the Speckled Trout catching SSVI 2500 size to the SSVI5500 Cobia catching size, to the 7500 Long cast Big Drum surf fishing, to the White Marlin kicking SSV10500, yes that’s right a 10500 size reel with a max drag of fifty (50) pounds! SSVI 2500 to the big Dog SSVI 10500 and every size in between….
You asked what makes this line different from the older Spinfisher series? A lighter design, a lighter weight reel makes those longer days on the water more comfortable. Bigger max drag sittings, bigger fish; smaller reels and not to mention in a lighter reel too. And all reel sizes are IPX5 rated sealed.
Here are some of the other great key features of the new Spinfisher VI series:
• Full metal body
• Sealed HT-100 Carbon fiber drag washers
• Superline Spool-No backing needed because of the rubber gasket keeps superline (braid) from slipping
• IPX5 Sealed body and Spool
• Six (6) Shielded stainless steel bearing system
• Line Capacity Rings
• Bail-Less in sizes 4500 and 6500
• Long Cast in sizes 5500, 6500 and 7500.
• Live Liner Feature available on sizes 2500, 4500, 6500 and 8500.
For all sizes and stats: http://www.pennfishing.com/penn-reels-spinning-reels
The PENN Spinfisher VI features IPX5 sealing so whether it gets hit with a wave, or you let it ride in the spray all the way home, you don’t have to worry about saltwater getting in to the gearbox or drag system. The HT-100 drag washers are housed in a fully sealed spool to give the stopping power needed for big saltwater fish. A Full Metal Body and side plate keep the CNC system in precise alignment under heavy loads.
I was honored to be on the test team for these new Spinfisher VI reels and I can truthfully tell you I was impressed with these reels right out of the box. They have a very clean, powerful and traditional, yet a newer PENN look/design to them. The reels are smooth while turning the handle, but still have the power to crank in big fish! I caught loads of keeper Speckled trout on the SSVI 2500, large Flounder and Striped Bass on the SSVI 3500 size. The drag system is super smooth even on the highest drag settings. I put some very high drag pressure on the larger Redfish (Bulls) I caught with the SSVI 4500, Cobia and sharks on the SSVI 6500LL; with that said the drag kept its setting through the length of the fight and stayed smooth
If you enjoyed the Spinfisher series of the past or you’re ready to purchase a reel that will last a long time; take a good look at the new Spinfisher VI series. I believe that this reel is going to turn quite a few heads in the fishing world and you’ll be happy you have them in your arsenal of fishing tackle. I’m personally happy about the 2500 size; now there is a size reel for any Saltwater fishing situation!
Check out PENN’s full line of great Rods, Reels and Accessories at www.PENNreels.com
Thanks for reading and if you have any questions about any PENN products just let me know.
Capt. Jot Owens
http://www.captainjot.com
captainjot@captainjot.com
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