Penn Pursuit III PURIII8000 Spinning Reel
by Penn
The Penn Pursuit III is designed to deliver big fish fighting capabilities at an entry level price point.
Price: $69.99
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| Model TD Code | Description | Bearings | Gear Ratio | Max Drag | Mono Line Capacity | Weight | Price |
| PURIII8000 PEN-1699 | Pursuit III 8000 | 5 | 5.3:1 | 25lb | 310yd/25lb | 29.1oz | $69.99 USD | ||||
The Penn Pursuit III is designed to deliver big fish fighting capabilities at an entry level price point. Most lower priced spinning reels use oiled felt drag washers which simply cannot stand up to the abuse taken from large saltwater fish. Penn has solved this problem by implementing their HT-100 drag material into their opening price point spinning reel. This means that the Pursuit III features the same durable carbon drag found on significantly more expensive reels. This key addition, along with a corrosion resistant graphite body and 5 shielded stainless steel ball bearings, make the Pursuit III the strongest reel in its class.
Penn Pursuit III Features:
- HT-100 carbon fiber drag system
- Lightweight and corrosion resistant graphite body
- 4+1 shielded stainless steel ball bearings
- Superline Spool
- CNC folding aluminum handle
- Infinite Anti-Reverse
5 Stars based on 35 reviews
By yongkang
Miami, Florida
Affordable, very practical at this price
August 5, 2022
Affordable, very practical at this price
no obvious defects
no obvious defects
By Tom
NJ
great value
July 28, 2022
For the price this reel is great. Could not really ask for much more in a reel at this price point. I have had mine for a few years now and its still just as smooth as the day I got it.
By pedro e.
Parque Nacional Morrocoy, Falcon, Venezuela
My first Penn ,feels great
July 26, 2022
my first Penn reel, I just installed the line (you see little 165 yrds on this 30 pound reel) feels great for the price is excellent for inshore fishing
Pros
- - price
- -saltwater
By Frank
PA
Value
June 14, 2022
What a great quality reel for the value - capable and versatile
Pros
- feels like quality construction for the price
Cons
- none
By Speedy
New Jersey
Penn Pursuit lll PURlll 4000 Spinning Reel
June 7, 2022
Great reel ... can fight striped bass ... caught fluke paired with a 7ft. rod medium heavy action ... channel catfish ... northern pike and carp
By LUIS
PATERSON NEW JERSEY
Penn Pursuit lll 4000
April 21, 2022
Purchased the Pursuit lll 4000 ... good reel ... shipping took 5 days ... well packaged ... great customer service ... thank you Tackle Direct
By Will
Creekside California
Got the 2500 it's a good reel
March 30, 2022
Great reel for the money. Ht100 drag rocks and is reliable. Will buy more
By Chris
Massachusetts
cant beat it for a kids first salt reel
February 21, 2022
light weight and the big knob makes it really good for a kids first salt water reel or something cheap as a back up or to let someone borrow. with the ht100 drag you can fight anything and more that similarly priced rod will.
By David
Makawao, HI
Great for the price
February 17, 2022
I bought this reel (4000) for my wife to fish for bait and do some small bottom fishing off of our kayak. It does the job really well. She's even reeled up decent sized yellow spot papios that were great sashimi!
She doesn't go a whole lot with me, and if she was fishing more consistently I'd probably look into upgrading her gear, but it works perfectly for her as it stands.
She doesn't go a whole lot with me, and if she was fishing more consistently I'd probably look into upgrading her gear, but it works perfectly for her as it stands.
Pros
- Great value, does it's job.
By Stan
Waretown NJ
Great value
October 4, 2021
Well balanced reel light - medium action gives you a great feel, this is my second Penn Pursuit I have a 5000 series to plus two older 5000 Penn Fierce series that are still going strong, very pleased with both the line-up.
By christian
Islip, NY
Quality Reel for Price
May 25, 2021
Cost effective reels for guests on my boat. Quality enough to still enjoy fishing but don't break the bank
Pros
- Cost. Reliable
By Marcos
Florida
Great value!
May 17, 2021
For not being top of the line these reels are pretty well built. Caught many different species on these reels and have only had problems with really big fish smoking the drag. Not that I think it is a problem with the reel.
Pros
- Light
- Durable
- Inexpensive
Cons
- Drag is a little funny
- Not the smoothest winding
By Jamarr
Jamaica
Awesome budget reels!
May 8, 2021
I own the 2500, 4000 & 6000 models.
They perform excellent, smooth drag & pretty sturdy. The construction is fairly simply so you could repair them on your own when needed. That makes them last even longer for me!
They perform excellent, smooth drag & pretty sturdy. The construction is fairly simply so you could repair them on your own when needed. That makes them last even longer for me!
Pros
- Lightweight
- Cost effective
- Easy to repair
- Good ergonomics
- Looks good on my rod
Cons
- Graphite material
By Robert
Louisiana
Smooth, rugged, reliable
March 25, 2021
For the money,you can't beat these.
Smooth operation, quality drag, long lasting, highly recommend.
Smooth operation, quality drag, long lasting, highly recommend.
By Waleed
Springfield Gardens, NY
Good reel
March 13, 2021
I got 2500 size very smooth and durable
Appreciate H100 drag system
Unbeatable in price range
Appreciate H100 drag system
Unbeatable in price range
Cons
- Weight little bit heavier than other reels in the same category
2 Questions &
2 Answers
MRk
from Romeo, Mi asked:
January 9, 2022
What is best rod for shore fishing with a penn pursuit III 8000, in florida
1 Answer
Depending on what your fishing for I would recommend a Tsunami TSAWSS-1002XH Airwaves Surf Spinning Rod. https://www.tackledirect.com/tsunami-tsawss-1002xh-airwaves-surf-spinning-rod.html This rod would pair well with your Penn Pursuit III 8000 for various surf fishing applications. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on January 11, 2022
Steve Whittington
from Fort Pierce Fla asked:
December 11, 2021
Recommend jigging Rod for this reel?
1 Answer
Hi Steve, I would recommend the TackleDirect TDSSJ63M Silver Hook Series Spin Jigging Rod. Specifically model: TDSSJ631M; TD Code: TDA-0268. https://www.tackledirect.com/tackledirect-tdssj63m-custom-saltwater-spin-jigging-rod.html This rod would be perfect for your Penn Pursuit III 8000 reel for various jigging applications. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on December 13, 2021
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