Penn Spinfisher VI SSVI8500 Spinning Reel
With the addition of Penn's CNC Gear Technology and IPX5 seals, the Spinfisher VI is a top contending spinning reel in its class.
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Model TD Code | Description | Bearings | Gear Ratio | Max Drag | Mono Line Capacity | Braided Line Capacity | Weight | Price |
SSVI8500 PEN-1681 | Spinfisher VI 8500 | 6 | 4.7:1 | 40lb | 455yds/20lb 310yds/30lb 260yds/40lb | 730yds/40lb 600yds/50lb 555yds/65lb | 28.3oz | $249.95 USD | |||
The Spinfisher VI is the newest edition in a long line of Penn reels known for durability. The most recent Spinfisher boasts the same rigid full metal body and HT-100 Drag system that made the previous Spinfisher a top performer. What's new is that the Spinfisher VI has an improved water resistant rating, meaning its internal components are even less susceptible to damage from water intrusion, as well as the implementation of Penn's CNC Gear Technology, giving you ultra-precisely machined gears for unparalleled smoothness and durability. Penn has added two new models to the Spinfisher line-up with the 2500 size and bailless 4500 size, giving surf, inshore, and offshore anglers a Spinfisher VI that will fit any application imaginable. If you are looking for a highly durable, high performance spinning reel at an affordable price, the Spinfisher VI is the reel for you.
Key Features:
- 5+1 Shielded Stainless Steel Bearing System
- HT-100 Drag System for smooth, long lasting drag even at extreme drag pressures
- CNC Gear Technology
- Brass Pinion Gear on all models
- Aluminum Main Gear (2500-5500)
- Brass Main Gear (6500-10500)
- Nylon Rotor (2500-5500)
- Aluminum Rotor (6500-10500)
- IPX5 Seal Rating (Highly Water Resistant)
- Infinite Anti-Reverse
- Interchangable Handle between left and right-hand retrieve
- Bailless, Live Liner, and Long Cast models available in select sizes
- great price
- multi-functional
- Penn Quality
- Penn Quality
- None
- Smooth
- Strong
- Reliable
- Not fully sealed
- Smooth
- None so far
- soo good not bad
- me reallylikeso no cons
- Light, sealed system, good quality (the protestations of those who rag on Penn notwithstanding).
- No spare spools for the IV series! Only the V. If you want to have spare spools, get the V.
- Smooth and strong
- Needing a bigger handle
i used 100lb power pro maxquatto, it took 500 yards of the stuf with dacron backing
the last model had the slammer drag in it, i wish this one did too, but the ht100 had no problems pulling in a rec size tuna. the handle is also comfortable
- price point for these reels is great.
- they are a little heavy, but there is a model for everything you could need.
Any Penn rods to match or you have recommendations?
thanks
If surf fishing this reel would be perfect for a 10-12' MH rated rod.
if you are boat fishing or jigging this reel would pair well with a Penn Carnage rod between 6'6 and 7' MH or H rated
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