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Van Staal VS X-Series Bail Spinning Reels

Name: Van Staal VS X-Series Bail Spinning Reels
Brand: Van Staal
Price: 869 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.5 (21 reviews)

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Model
TD Code

Type

Gear Ratio

Mono Capacity

Braid Capacity

Line
Retrieve

Retrieve

Color

Price

VSB100XP VAN-0109-1	Spinning	4.75:1	300yds/10lb	350yds/20lb	27in	Left-Hand	Select Color	$869.00 USD
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VSB150XP VAN-0110-1	Spinning	4.75:1	360yds/12lb	440yds/30lb	30in	Left-Hand	Select Color	$869.00 USD
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VSB200XP VAN-0111-1	Spinning	4.25:1	400yds/15lb	500yds/40lb	33.5in	Left-Hand	Select Color	$939.00 USD
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VSB250XP VAN-0112-1	Spinning	4.25:1	350/20lb	600yds/50lb	36.5in	Left-Hand	Select Color	$979.00 USD
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The Van Staal X-Series Reels are based on the same foundation that made Van Staal legendary for power and durability. A completely sealed and waterproof reel machined out of aeronautics grade 6061-T6 aluminum, with a solid titanium shaft, hardened stainless steel main gear and pinion, and patented waterproof sealed drag. The Van Staal VS and VSB Reels are designed for a lifetime of fishing. The New X-Series reels now have the X-Wrap oscillation system that lays the line completely flat, designed to cast further and allow for greater drag pressures when using braided line. The drag system has also been improved allowing for greater drag range.

Fully-machined and sealed waterproof aluminum body
Solid, nickel-titanium manual bail
Sealed waterproof drag system
MicroClick drag tuning accuracy
Heavy-duty stainless steel spiral-bevel main gear
Titanium-nitride treated center shaft
Titanium-nitride line roller

4.5 Stars based on 21 reviews

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By John

Long Island

Great reel for everything

April 3, 2022

Holds up against everything from 50lb strippers to sharks offshore definitely recommend

By Mark

South Georgia

Designed for punishment

March 11, 2022

Very nice reel. Made to handle just about anything the surf, inlet or jetty can throw at it. Made to last. A confidence builder.

Pros

built tough

Cons

a little expensive

By Mike

Jersey shore

Solid

November 12, 2021

Use this reel for surf fishing sharks and bass. Handles them flawlessly. Excellent product

Cons

Price

By Tom

Sneads Ferry, NC

Great reel

August 25, 2021

Great reel

By Adam

Southport, NC

Built tough, looks great

May 24, 2021

I really like using this reel on my jigging rod near shore. It is so stout and is a luxury to have on-board my boat.

Pros

Durable, solid, trustworthy

Cons

expensive

By Nathan

Little Expensive

December 15, 2020

Great reel but it is a little bit expensive even for a Van Staal.

By Sebastian

Naples, FL

Worth every penny

December 15, 2020

best reel i own its insane how good this preforms

By Rene

Edmonds, WA

Top Tier Saltwater Spinning Reel

December 15, 2020

The Van Staal spinning reel is a beast, and a beauty at the same time. There is nothing flimsy about this reel. It feels and looks solid, yet sleek and simple. As another review pointed out, the bail will not close prematurely during a cast, causing the loss of bait, or worse yet, your favorite, expensive lure.

My only complaint would be that for its size, this reel is heavier than most. It might be more noticeable to me since the other reel I fish with often, is a Shimano Ci4+, which, for its size, is lighter than most.

Pros

Sturdy, quality build,
Corrosion resistant,
Smooth casting

Cons

Heavy for its size

By Richie

Long Island

Great Reel

October 18, 2020

I like having a bail on a spinning reel. And no, no matter how hard you cast the bail will not come down on this reel and snap off one of your $20 plugs. If you want a quality bailed spinning reel for rough surf this is for you.

By Steve

Panama City Beach, Florida

Smooth casting

June 6, 2019

Very nice reel, smooth casting , very strong and enough drag to tire a fish out. Good deal with a rod as a bonus. my 2nd Van Staal reel. Very satisfied

By Scott

Florida

Van Staal VSB250XP VS X Bail Spinning Reel

May 25, 2019

Highly recommend Van Staal spinning reels over other competitor's products. Love the look feel and performance for offshore pelagic.

Pros

High quality, light weight, waterproof, corrosion free, smooth...and beautiful piece of machinery.

Cons

love it!

By Rodney

Robina Australia

Van Staal 250

April 21, 2019

I bought my Van Staal 250 over 10 years ago now, it still looks like new, and works just as good as ever, when I first used it I caught a giant stingray approx 6ft across, the drag packed it in and the drag clicker broke I sent it back to Van Staal, who fixed it for free, as you would expect with a new reel, and never had any issues since I've caught marlin giant stingrays, and many many other species over the years, without a service but probably should due to the amount of use it's had, I will be buying another one soon, if you buy one of these reels, you like myself will not need another.

Pros

light weight, and tough, also an awesome looking reel

Cons

if you do buy one, get Van staal to service your drag before you take delivery for piece of mind.

By Jlop

Los Angeles

Amazing!

January 16, 2019

If you’re in the market for a handheld tank then you’re looking at the right item. Smooth as butter and can take anything you throw at it .

By Jeff H.

Aransas Pass, Texas

Proud to own this reel

June 24, 2018

It is so awesome to be surf fishing and see people's face as I get hit wave after wave. I live in South Texas and surf fish for blacktip sharks. Yes, it does Great. I feel invincible with this reel. Plus I just got in my new vr150, it is also awesome. Van Staal has made my life a better place.

Pros

Awesome. ..period! !!!

Cons

There is none. But someday I dream of a Van Staal surf rod worthy of the name. How awesome would that be!

By Phil

Cape May, NJ

JUNK

May 1, 2018

Had this reel used it about 6 times in about 4 months, caught some fish, loved it. The last time I used it, roughly 6 months after purchase, I was fighting a 10 lb redfish and the stainless bolt that holds the knob on snapped. Now, I’ve been waiting over 2 months for a “backordered” bolt!!! Chinese JUNK!! Idk how a company that sells $1000 reels has such shitty customer service! Never buying Van Staal again! Got myself a new 13 oz black shiny sinker for Heavin’ in Hatty!!!

Pros

Good looking
Can get dunked (thats about it)

Cons

Fell apart in under 6 months
Warranty sucks
Customer service sucks
Have to send it back once a year $100 +
Gets stiff in the winter

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15 Questions & 15 Answers

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Joe nyc

from NYC asked:

November 10, 2019

Can this be converted into bail-less? Does it come with a kit? Thanks.

1 Answer

They can not be converted to bail-less

Submitted by: Bernie De Graaf on November 11, 2019

Answer

from New Jersey asked:

January 15, 2019

What is the drag supposed to be on the Bailed 150X. Locked out it feels like 20 lbs max.

1 Answer

It has 35 pounds of drag

Submitted by: Bernie on January 16, 2019

Answer

Sam

from Florida asked:

January 23, 2018

How much does the 100 weigh

1 Answer

The VSX 100 weighs 16 oz.

Submitted by: Donald on January 24, 2018

Answer

Don

from Lebanon Ct asked:

August 17, 2022

How much drag on the vsb250xp

1 Answer

Hi Don, The Van Staal VSB250XP has a drag rating of 30lbs. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!

Submitted by: Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service on August 18, 2022

Answer

Will

from La Jolla, CA asked:

January 27, 2022

What size would you pair with a 9'2" Dark Matter John Skinner Surf Rod JSS9202M-S?

1 Answer

Hi Will, I would recommend Van Staal VSB200XP VS X Bail Spinning Reel Black color. https://www.tackledirect.com/van-staal-vsb200xp-vsb-x-bail-spinning-reel-van-0111-1.html This would pair well with your 9ft Dark Matter Surf rod 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 28, 2022

Answer

Matthew

from Nj asked:

October 27, 2021

How much does the vs 200 weigh?

1 Answer

Hi Matthew, The Van Staal VSB200XP VS X Bail Spinning Reels both weigh at 27.6oz. Please let us know if theres anything else I can assist you with. Tight Lines.

Submitted by: Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service on October 28, 2021

Answer

Jaxon

from Tampa asked:

November 16, 2020

Would the 100 be a 4000 or 5000 size reel? Just trying to compare to other sizes like Shimano.

1 Answer

the VS100 would be very similar to a Shimano reel in the 5000 size range or slightly larger

Submitted by: Alex T on November 18, 2020

Answer

GELLEARD

from BRASIL asked:

December 17, 2019

friend, Van staal 250 VSB it is available at the site?

1 Answer

These are currently not available.

Submitted by: Ethan on December 18, 2019

Answer

Matt

from Okinawa, Japan asked:

March 30, 2019

Hello! I'm currently stationed overseas on Okinawa and the 7' rod cannot be shipped here via USPS as they have a 6' limit. Would it be possible to substitute the VSB58-325 rod for the freebie instead? Thanks!

1 Answer

Unfortunately we can not swap out the free rod for something else.

Submitted by: Rebecca Redington on April 4, 2019

Jon

from Australia asked:

February 11, 2017

Does VS X Series comes with a right hand retrieve?

1 Answer

The Van Staal VS X series reels only come in left hand retrieve.

Submitted by: Donald on February 14, 2017

Answer

JOHN PEPPY

from FLORIDA asked:

November 1, 2015

WHAT IS THE WEIGHT OF THE 150 VS X COMPARED TO THE 150 VSB

1 Answer

The VS150 X-Series and the VS150 both with the bail weigh the same... 1lb and 1.6ounces (17.6oz)

Submitted by: Kaitryn on November 4, 2015

Answer

Samuel Sherling

from Greenville, Alabama asked:

October 1, 2015

Does the x wrap oscillation really help with braided lines or is the older vsb models just as good

1 Answer

It does help to an extent, but from what I have heard the difference in distance is not noticeable. In order to get better line lay on the older models, you just have to make sure that when it is spooled it has a "hump" in the mono backing. This will ensure that the line lays on there well and you won't get the dreaded "hourglass" shaped spool.

Submitted by: David on October 1, 2015

Answer

Vassily Bourikas

from Athens, Greece asked:

May 29, 2015

Is the VSB 100 also available in the X-Series?

1 Answer

Hello Vassily. Yes they are. They can be seen here: http://www.tackledirect.com/van-staal-vsb100xp-vsb-x-bail-spinning-reel.html Please feel free to contact us if you have any more questions!

Submitted by: Brandon on May 31, 2015

Answer

Tony

from Florida asked:

January 29, 2015

Is van staal made in the u.s.a.?

1 Answer

Van Staal reels are made in China.

Submitted by: Customer Service on January 29, 2015

Answer

Steve

from Chesapeake, VA asked:

December 24, 2014

Do the VS150X have a bail ?

1 Answer

The new Van Staal VSX will be available with a bail. It is called the VSB150XP.

Submitted by: Customer Service on December 26, 2014

Answer

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