KastKing Megatron Spinning Reel, Freshwater and Saltwater Spinning Fishing Reel, Rigid Aluminum Frame 7+1 Double-Shielded Stainless-Steel BB, Over 30 lbs. Carbon Drag, CNC Aluminum Spool & Handle

Hard to beat for its affordability and quality construction. The reel I used before this was Kastking Spartacus, another quality reel. Upon taking this reel out of the box, I immediately notice how light and smooth it is. When mounted on the rod, the clearance is plenty and that the spool doesn't hit my fingers. Thanks to its spool design, any knot you use to line this reel, your line won't slip around. Haven't fought a decent fish with this reel yet, but first impressions are highly positive. From it's sleek and light design, smooth action and just good general feeling when holding it.

Honestly, this is such a great reel. I’ve used it for everything from small freshwater trout to saltwater surf fishing. So far, I’ve landed three striped bass over 20 inches in the past 23 days with no issues. I’ve even had to rinse it in saltwater when it got covered in sand, and it’s shown no signs of rust. I always try to rinse my gear after fishing, but even on the days I forget, it still performs great. Not heavy, smooth reeling, casts great, and drag is solid either way this bigger fish. (3000 reel

Great. Very convenient, fits good, works smooth

Used 2 of these for crab snaring. 6000 size. While a bit smaller than other brand 6000 size reels, these held their own just fine. If anything I appreciate the smaller size and lighter weight reel. Smooth reeling, easy to use, holds a lot of line to size, casts without issue, all in a smaller size than typical. Even with 2-3 crabs on one snare, they don’t hold me back reeling them in from 60-80 yards of surf and beach. Only thing I have to wait for is their longevity, surf casting has killed everything I have used in the past. Only time and rust will tell if these were a worthy purchase. I do my best to maintain my equipment, but most reels last 3-4 seasons max before the bearings rust through and they die! I’m hoping these two 6000s last! So far I’m impressed.

I needed a good budget reel for guests on my boat, so I purchased this reel after reading a bunch of reviews on it and visiting the KastKing website. I must say, so far it is living up to everything I read about it. The fit and finish on the reel seems to be of good quality and is comparable to some of my much more expensive reels. I have not yet fished with it so there will likely be a follow to this review in the near future. As of now, I can confirm that the build quality is good, the materials seem to be of decent quality and the reel feels smooth and casts well. It is of course the 6000 size and I've spooled it with 300 yards of 30lb braid and there is ample room for more line if needed! I'll be using this one for a combination of inshore and offshore fishing here in the gulf, primarily targeting Redfish, Cobia, Snapper and maybe the occasional small blacktip or spinner shark. I have it mounted on a 6'6" fast action, heavy spinning rod with plenty of backbone for the larger catches! Now I just need the weather to cooperate! I'll update this review a bit later, but for now, based on first impressions, I would definitely buy again and would recommend this reel to anyone looking for a good quality budget reel. Thanks for reading!

Havent been able to use the reel yet. But upon unboxing i was very impressed with the presentation of it. It has a very sharp look to it all black chasis and bail with silver accents on the spool, body foot, and on the outside of rotor shell. Also you can find very well machined cut outs on the spool assembly. Inside the packaging you will recieve a parts list with a diagram for the assembly of the reel. Which in my opinion was very helpful for maintenance of the reel. The action seems spot on. the bail seems to close very smooth when i was messing with it. I gave it a few pretend cast. It has a very nice and balanced weight to it maybe just a little bit heavier then expected considering i baught the smallest model. But i cant complain the workman ship of the reel seems very durable . Theres not really to much plastic on the real so seems like it could take a real good beating . Overall im very satisfied with this purchase cant wait to take it out on the lake

I love this reel. It is smooth and powerful and it casts amazing. I have the 3000 size and I put on 15 lb braid with a 10lb fleuro leader and pair it with the 6ft 6in medium Kastking Resolute rod - it seems to love that setup. I've had this reel for almost a year now and it has held up very well and I think that it will continue to hold up for a long time yet. I have caught lots of species on this rod such as smallmouth, largemouth and rock bass. Absoblutely love this Kastking product I am a die-hard Kastking fan from here on out. Amazing products for a very reasonable price. If you are not sure whether or not to get this reel - do. It will not dissapoint.

It looks and feels well made, but I've not used it yet.

Estuve pescando en la playa y tiene muy bonito lance y mucha fuerza para pelear con los animales, además se ve hermoso y poderoso a la vista

Nice material durable good drag But very small in size relative to my previous penn battle will test and update after testing

Un excelente carrete!!! Llegó un día antes de la fecha!!! Super bien!!!!

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