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13 FISHING · Ice Fishing Reels
13 FISHING Black Betty 6061 Inline Ice Reel, Right Hand
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- Item weight
- 7.2 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 6"L x 6"W x 4"H
Quick take
A CNC-machined aluminum inline ice reel with pencil-grip design and super free-spool for light baits.
The Black Betty 6061 is an inline ice reel machined from 6061 aluminum, made for hard-water anglers who like the feel of a fly-style multiplier. A 2.7:1 gear ratio, carbon drag, instant anti-reverse and a free-spool setting let light baits drop to depth. This right-hand model has an integrated fender, so it can be held pistol-style or in a pencil grip without the hand touching the spool rim.
Best for
- Ice fishing for panfish and walleye
- Anglers using light baits and finesse techniques
- Pencil or pistol-grip fishing styles
Skip if
- You need high drag capacity; max is 5 lbs
- You fish saltwater ice
Strengths
- Pencil-grip frame allows natural hand position without rim rub
- Super free-spool drops light baits to depth easily
- Carbon drag provides smooth, sensitive feel
Trade-offs
- Line capacity is limited; frequent spooling needed
- Not convertible to opposite hand retrieve
- 5-pound drag limits use to panfish and small walleye
Fishing fit
- Species
- Panfish
- Walleye
- Water
- Ice
- Techniques
- Ice fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | inline ice reel |
|---|---|
| Material | 6061 CNC-machined aluminum |
| Gear ratio | 2.7:1 |
| Drag | 5 lbs carbon |
| Line capacity | 30 lb-300 ft |
| Bearings | 5 stainless steel |
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