13 FISHING · Ice Fishing Reels
13 FISHING FreeFall Carbon Ice Reel, Left Hand Retrieve, 2.5:1
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Options
Hand Orientation: Left Hand Retrieve
- Left Hand Retrieve
- Right Hand Retrieve
- Item weight
- 6.75 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 6"L x 3"W x 4"H
Quick take
Lightweight carbon ice fishing reel with FreeFall trigger system for precise depth control and instant hookups on cold water fish.
The left-hand FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 is an inline ice reel for anglers who crank with the left hand. Its FreeFall trigger releases the spool so a light jig can fall to the depth you choose, then re-engages for the hookset. The reel has a carbon frame and carbon drag, weighs 6.75 ounces, and is rated to a 6.6-pound max drag. Instant stop anti-reverse keeps the handle from turning backward when a fish runs. It holds 8 pound mono on 80 yards and retrieves 18.9 inches of line per crank.
Best for
- Ice fishing with lightweight jigs and sensitive presentations
- Targeting panfish and walleye that require finesse technique
- Anglers who want precise depth control on each drop
Skip if
- You fish larger lures or live bait requiring more drag power
- You prefer higher gear ratios for faster retrieves
Strengths
- FreeFall trigger releases line instantly at your target depth and re-engages on hookup
- Carbon frame and drag system are durable and resist ice buildup
- Lightweight design reduces fatigue over long ice fishing sessions
Trade-offs
- The 2.5:1 gear ratio is slow for retrieves, limiting depth coverage and speed
- 6.6 LB max drag limits this reel to panfish and small walleye
- The trigger system requires practice and technique to use effectively
Fishing fit
- Water
- Ice
- Techniques
- Ice fishing
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | ice fishing reel |
|---|---|
| Hand Orientation | Left hand retrieve |
| Frame Material | Lightweight carbon |
| Ball Bearings | 4 stainless steel |
| Line Capacity | 6.6 LB, 200 yards |
Facts
| Gear ratio | 2.5:1 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 6.75 oz |
| Max drag | 6.6 lb |
| Line capacity (mono) | 8 lb / 80 yd, 6 lb / 100 yd, 4 lb / 125 yd, 3 lb / 175 yd, 2 lb / 350 yd |
| Retrieve per turn | 18.9 in |
| Body material | Carbon |
| Drag system | Carbon drag |
| Anti-reverse | Instant stop |
| Spool release | FreeFall trigger |
| Handle side | Left |
| Model number | BBCFFW2.5-LH |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Gear ratio | Weight | Max drag | Line capacity (mono) | Handle side | Model number | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 FISHING FreeFall Carbon Ice Reel, Right Hand Retrieve, 2.5:1 | Gear ratio:2.5:1 | Weight:6.75 oz | Max drag:6.6 lb | Line capacity (mono):8 lb / 80 yd, 6 lb / 100 yd, 4 lb / 125 yd, 3 lb / 175 yd, 2 lb / 350 yd | Handle side:Right | Model number:BBCFFW2.5-RH | Suits:— |
| 13 FISHING FreeFall Carbon Ice Reel, Left Hand Retrieve, 2.5:1 | Gear ratio:2.5:1 | Weight:6.75 oz | Max drag:6.6 lb | Line capacity (mono):8 lb / 80 yd, 6 lb / 100 yd, 4 lb / 125 yd, 3 lb / 175 yd, 2 lb / 350 yd | Handle side:Left | Model number:BBCFFW2.5-LH | Suits:— |
How it compares
| Product | Gear ratio | Weight | Max drag | Line capacity (mono) | Body material | Handle side |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 FISHING FreeFall Carbon Ice Reel, Left Hand Retrieve, 2.5:1Pick it if you work light jigs through the ice with a left-hand retrieve and want a 6.6-pound max drag on a 6.75-ounce carbon reel. | Gear ratio:2.5:1 | Weight:6.75 oz | Max drag:6.6 lb | Line capacity (mono):8 lb / 80 yd, 6 lb / 100 yd, 4 lb / 125 yd, 3 lb / 175 yd, 2 lb / 350 yd | Body material:Carbon | Handle side:Left |
| 13 Fishing Freefall Ghost Inline Ice Reel Left HandPick it if you fish ice holes between 5 and 50 feet with a left-hand retrieve and want a trigger that drops line to a set depth. | Gear ratio:2.5:1 | Weight:6.6 oz | Max drag:6.6 lb | Line capacity (mono):8 lb / 80 yd, 6 lb / 100 yd, 4 lb / 125 yd, 3 lb / 175 yd, 2 lb / 350 yd | Body material:Graphite frame | Handle side:Left |
| Piscifun ICX Carbon Inline Ice Fishing Reel, Red & Black, Left HandPick it if you fish ice from the left side and want a magnetic drop system to control jig fall on a red and black inline reel. | Gear ratio:3.2:1 | Weight:5.8 oz | Max drag:11 lb | Line capacity (mono):4 lb / 120 yd | Body material:Carbon fiber frame, CNC-machined aluminum alloy spool | Handle side:Left |
| Piscifun ICX Frost Inline Ice Reel, 2.7:1 Ratio, Left or Right HandPick it if you crank with your left hand and want an inline ice reel with a magnetic jig-drop brake and 12 pound max drag for walleye or pike. | Gear ratio:2.7:1 | Weight:6.6 oz | Max drag:12 lb | Line capacity (mono):4 lb / 213 yd | Body material:Carbon fiber frame | Handle side:Left |
| Clam Gravity Ice Fishing Reel, Left-Hand, 5 ozPick it if you are a left-handed jigger who wants a featherweight graphite inline reel in the Polychromatic finish for light line. | Gear ratio:3.6:1 | Weight:5 oz | Max drag:— | Line capacity (mono):350 yd/2 lb, 275 yd/3 lb, 250 yd/4 lb, 220 yd/6 lb, 180 yd/8 lb | Body material:Graphite | Handle side:Left-hand retrieve |
Common questions
What line does the 13 Fishing FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 left hand hold?
The left-hand FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 is listed for monofilament only: 8 pound on 80 yards, 6 pound on 100 yards, 4 pound on 125 yards, 3 pound on 175 yards and 2 pound on 350 yards. It retrieves 18.9 inches of line per crank, and no braid capacity is stated.
How much does the FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 left-hand reel weigh?
The left-hand FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 weighs 6.75 ounces, with a carbon frame and a 2.5:1 gear ratio. Its carbon drag system is rated to a 6.6-pound maximum drag, and its FreeFall trigger lets the spool drop to the depth you set.
Does the FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 left-hand reel have anti-reverse?
Yes. The left-hand FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 has instant stop anti-reverse, so the handle does not turn backward when a fish pulls line out. It is also rated to a 6.6-pound maximum drag and uses a FreeFall trigger to re-engage the spool.
How does the left-hand FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 differ from the right-hand version?
The left-hand FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 (model BBCFFW2.5-LH) and the right-hand version (BBCFFW2.5-RH) list the same specs: 2.5:1 gear ratio, 6.75 ounces, 6.6-pound max drag and the same mono capacities. The only difference is the handle side.
What is the FreeFall trigger on the 13 Fishing FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 left hand?
The FreeFall trigger lets you release the spool so a jig falls to the depth you want, then re-engage it to set the hook. On the left-hand FreeFall Carbon 2.5:1 it works with a 2.5:1 gear ratio, a 6.6-pound max drag and 18.9 inches of line per crank.
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