Van Staal VR50B Spinning Reel - Black
by Van Staal
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.
Price: $519.95
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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 |
| VR50B VAN-0157 | Left | 6.3:1 | 37in | 20/360 | 10/240 | 25lb | 8.9oz | Black | $519.95 USD | ||
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!
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
- 25lbs of Drag
- 37 Inches Per Turn
- 360/20lb braid
- Ultra Light 8.9oz
4.5 Stars based on 81 reviews
By Steven
Upper Peninsula, MI
A Masterpiece
March 7, 2018
Definately a masterpiece of engineering & product design. The finest reel I have ever owned. Machining is exceptional; surfaces are finely finished.
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.
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.
Pros
- Very light, extemely smooth operation,
- Rock solid feel, machining & finish are superb.
- This reel has to be 'best in class'.
By Danny H.
Florida
Great reels
July 20, 2022
Awesome reels I own several and tackle direct has great customer service and really fast shipping
By Woody
Emerald Coast
Solid Reel!
July 14, 2022
The vr75 feels like it's carved from a single piece of granite. Very smooth and precise.
Great piece of engineering!
Great piece of engineering!
Pros
- - Build quality
- - Size
- - Weight
- - Smoothness
- - Looks
Cons
- - Price
By Marcos
California
Great purchase
June 15, 2022
Very satisfied with the durability of the new van staal VR75
Pros
- New reel seat and bigger main gear seem to be the answer
By Mark
South Georgia
Just a great reel
June 9, 2022
This is my second VR50. Bought one for my son. A very tough reel. Drag and castability second to none. I highly recommend.
Pros
- Design wise, everything about the reel
Cons
- a bit pricey
By Jobin
Naples Florida
Everglades fishing
June 7, 2022
Van stall speaks for itself
Tight seals quality materials
The new VR 50s
The manual roller kit is a piece of cake to install
Tight seals quality materials
The new VR 50s
The manual roller kit is a piece of cake to install
By Hammer76
PORTLAND, ME
Go to back bay reel
June 4, 2022
A true work horse , This is the reel I grab to go wade fishing . It handles everything you throw at it , after your done spray it down with some water to rinse the salt away , let it dry , then give it a few squirts of oil and she ready for the next trip .
Pros
- Water tight
- Tough as they come
- A true work horse
Cons
- None Known
By ED
St Augustine, Florida
Nice
June 1, 2022
Very goiod
By Anthony
SAN BENITO, TX
Bullet proof but heavy
May 31, 2022
If you are not worried about weight, then these are the reels for you. They'll last a lifetime.
By Barney B.
Saint Johns River
Van Staal VR50
May 18, 2022
Don't be fooled, I use this reel on a G-Loomis inshore rod for bass and it works like a dream. Not only for surf fishing.
By Steven
New Jersey
Fantastic!
May 6, 2022
This reel is smooth, balances excellently, and has a strong drag. By far the best reel I’ve ever owned.
By faceplantjae
Florida
Expensive, but great reel
April 15, 2022
Took this on a week long trip and it felt great. smooth reeling action, fast retrieve, and love the manual bail. The only thing I would complain about is why did I have to spend 60 bucks on the silver handle knob? Why not just put the bigger silver knob and charge me an extra 60 bucks. Everything is silver on this reel except the knob.
By Ham94
Fort Myers, FL
Gucci Reel
March 21, 2022
I love my 175 so far and will be getting a 50 for a lighter setup.
By Marco
Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico.
Best reel I ever had!
March 9, 2022
This is the best reel I ever had for Surf Fishing. I put this reel on my St. Croix Seage 10'6" Surf Spinning Rod and match perfectly.
Pros
- Smooth operation
- Saltwater resistant
- It's a fine Jewel
Cons
- For me it was effort to buy it, but it's worth it.
By Mark
South Georgia
Awesome reel
March 6, 2022
First fish with this reel was an upper slot Red out of the surf. Performed exactly the way you would expect. Very smooth for a sealed reel. It does live up to the Van Staal hype in my opinion. My second reel by Van Staal and I am pleased with both.
Pros
- A very well-built reel
Cons
- A bit pricey
5 Questions &
5 Answers
Matsalind
from Kosjöhult asked:
October 23, 2019
The answer of question nr 3 says there's no bail less kit with the ones you sell,
but according to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G5HYlAKoCQ0, there should be.
And the foot is made 6mm longer.
When will you be able to sell that new black 50VR?
1 Answer
The vr50 bailess kit will not come with the reel but can be purchased separately in both silver and black. There was a error in the video and will be removed. The foot will be made longer and the eta is still unknown.
Submitted by:
Bernie De Graaf
on October 24, 2019
Landon Jones
from Bay Minette, Alabama asked:
October 15, 2019
I know that Van Staal VS and VSX reel that are black turn brown after sun exposure. Will the new Van Staal VR 50 in black turn brown as well?
1 Answer
There was a large batch of reels made that do in fact change to a bronze color due from the anodized paint the vr50 most likely won't do that.
Submitted by:
Bernie De Graaf
on October 16, 2019
Brendan
from NJ asked:
November 9, 2020
Can you turn the handle under the water? Can you put the rod and reel down in the sand/water when unhooking a catch? Whats the real level of "waterproof" in this reel?
1 Answer
This is the toughest most well designed sealed reel on the market. It is designed to be able to be submerged, and you can still crank while the reel is submerged. This reel can handle the sand while placing on the surf to handle your catch. This reel is designed for your desired application. However we still recommend proper care and maintenance of these reels to extend the life of the reel
Submitted by:
Alex T
on November 10, 2020
BBW
from NC asked:
September 24, 2019
Any idea when the VR50 black will be available?
1 Answer
If you place an order now these are expected mid October as of today 9/27
Submitted by:
Rebecca Redington
on September 27, 2019
Patrick
from Atlanta,Georgia asked:
September 20, 2019
Will the vr50 black have a manual conversation kit?
1 Answer
The VR50s do not come with a bail less kit
Submitted by:
Tyler Bennett
on September 26, 2019
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