Saltwater Fishing Reels

This page shows a variety of articles and videos covering specific reels for targeting our favorite saltwater fish.

To see the all-encompassing review that explains which reel is the best overall value based on performance (without any influence from reel manufacturers),  go to this page:

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Full List OF Fishing Reel Reviews & Experiments:

$200 Inshore Spinning Reel Comparison (Shimano VS. Penn VS. Daiwa)

The top $200 spinning reels comparison is here!!! $200 spinning reels have proven to be extremely popular amongst inshore saltwater anglers. But, of the top...
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Inside The Top $200 Spinning Reels (Shimano VS. Penn VS. Daiwa)

Are you struggling to find a spinning reel to tackle all of your inshore fishing needs? Check out the top $200 spinning reels comparison...
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Which Daiwa ‘MQ’ Series Reel Is Right For You? (BG or Saltist or Ballistic?)

Which Daiwa ‘MQ’ Series Spinning Reel is right for YOU? Which one of these three will fit your fishing needs: the BG, Saltist, or Ballistic?...
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Is The Daiwa BG MQ The Best Reel For Inshore Fishing?

Is the Daiwa BG MQ the best spinning reel for inshore saltwater fishing? What sets this reel apart from all other spinning reels? The BG MQ...
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Daiwa BG MQ VS. Daiwa Saltist MQ

What are the main differences between the Daiwa BG MQ and the Saltist MQ? Is one reel “better” than the other? Check out this side-by-side...
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The Best PREMIUM Spinning Reel For Inshore Anglers

What is the best PREMIUM spinning reel for inshore anglers? What does a reel need to have in order to set inshore anglers up for...
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What Is Daiwa’s “Magseal”? (Is It Worth Paying For?)

What exactly does "Magseal" by Daiwa mean in terms of the construction of some of their reels? Are the reels fully water resistant? Magseal...
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Daiwa Tatula SV TW Baitcast Review: Pros & Cons For Saltwater Anglers

Can you use a baitcast reel for inshore saltwater fishing? The pros and cons of the Daiwa SV TW Baitcasting Reel for saltwater anglers are...
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The Truth About Inshore Spinning Reel Sizes (Are They All The Same?)

Are all spinning reel sizes the same size? If they are the same model, aren't they the same size? The truth is...
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You’ve Got To See The Inner Workings Of A Sealed Spinning Reel

Have you ever seen the inner workings of a spinning reel? If you know where the seals are inside of your reel, you can prevent...
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The Two Different Types Of Spinning Reel Handles

Do you know how to move the handle of your spinning reel to the other side? And do you know the difference between the two types? If you...
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The Daiwa Eliminator Spinning Reel Review (Pros, Cons, & Features)

If you're on the market for a new spinning reel at an affordable price, the Daiwa Eliminator series of spinning reels may be the perfect...
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The New Daiwa Saltist MQ Reel Review (Pros & Cons)

Have you heard about the new Daiwa Saltist MQ reel? It's super durable and will stand up to the harshest conditions but if you don't have...
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The Best Affordable Spinning Reel For Big Tarpon And Sharks

Are you looking for an affordable big game spinning reel? The Daiwa BG 4500 packs a punch and you won't believe how much it...
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What Is The Best Spinning Reel Size For Your Inshore Setup

Are you using the wrong spinning reel size for your rod, line, and species? Chances are good that you might be making this mistake. So...
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