Van Staal VR50 Spinning Reels
Upgraded for 2021, this new generation of VR reels features stronger stainless steel spool shafts and enhanced drag capabilities, as well as black and right side retrieve options.
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| Model TD Code | Handle Side | Gear Ratio | Line Per Handle Turn | Braid Capacity (lb test/yds) | Mono Capacity (lb test/yds) | Max Drag | Weight | Color | Price |
| VR50 VAN-0144-1 | Left | 6.3:1 | 37in | 20/360 | 10/240 | 25lb | 8.9oz | Silver | $519.95 USD | ||
| VR50B VAN-0157 | Left | 6.3:1 | 37in | 20/360 | 10/240 | 25lb | 8.9oz | Black | $519.95 USD | ||
Chase after the largest striped bass, flounder and snook using Van Staal reels that are made for the harshest conditions. The Van Staal VR50 VR Series Spinning Reel packs the coveted features of the Van Staal VR Series reel into a more compact and lightweight body. While it can be used for inshore or light offshore fishing, the VR50 is a true surf angler's delight, with its powerful sealed waterproof drag and fast retrieve for those hard-fighting fish.
The VR50 left-handed aluminum spinning reel is built for fishing like the world's best. Well-placed cut-outs reduce the weight without sacrificing strength, and with its MicroClick drag tuning accuracy, you can tailor your technique to the species you're chasing. Order yours from TackleDirect with worldwide shipping and no-hassle returns on every purchase. Pair it with a powerful inshore rod and head to the surf, back bays, and beyond ready for success.
Van Staal VR50 VR Series Spinning Reel Features:
- Ultra-strong machined body, rotor and spool
- Stainless steel shaft
- Hardened stainless steel gears
- Waterproof sealed drag
- 25-lb. of drag
- 37 inches per turn
- 360/20-lb. braid
- Ultra-light - 8.9-oz.
Extremely smooth operation, I can see all of my friends begging to try it. I own & have fished 3 Stella's and they are very smooth too, but the VanStall had me smiling like a kid on Christmas morning. Really, really 'ROCKSOLID'
The price is money very,very,very well spent.
- Very light, extemely smooth operation,
- Rock solid feel, machining & finish are superb.
- This reel has to be 'best in class'.
Great piece of engineering!
- - Build quality
- - Size
- - Weight
- - Smoothness
- - Looks
- - Price
- New reel seat and bigger main gear seem to be the answer
- Design wise, everything about the reel
- a bit pricey
Tight seals quality materials
The new VR 50s
The manual roller kit is a piece of cake to install
- Water tight
- Tough as they come
- A true work horse
- None Known
- Smooth operation
- Saltwater resistant
- It's a fine Jewel
- For me it was effort to buy it, but it's worth it.
- A very well-built reel
- A bit pricey
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