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ANCIENT MARINER · Round Baitcasting Reels
Ancient Mariner Albatross 6000 Conventional Reel, Right Hand
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- Item weight
- 0.45 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 5.91 x 4.72 x 3.35 inches
Quick take
A heavy-duty round reel with 40 lb drag and stainless steel components for catfish and saltwater.
The Albatross 6000 is a right-hand round baitcasting reel with aluminum side plates, a 6.2 gear ratio and a carbon fiber drag that reaches up to 40 pounds. A 6-pin centrifugal brake helps control casts, and a line-out clicker signals when a fish is taking line. It suits anglers working trolling, bottom fishing and catfish setups in fresh or salt water.
Best for
- Big catfish on the bottom
- Trolling for striped bass and large saltwater species
- Anglers needing high-capacity drag systems
Skip if
- You fish light saltwater or freshwater bass
- You prefer low-profile baitcasting reels
Strengths
- 40 lb drag system handles the largest catfish
- Stainless steel components resist saltwater corrosion
- Lifetime warranty on all Ancient Mariner reels
Trade-offs
- Heavy-duty construction adds significant reel weight
- Round shape makes it tiring to use for extended casting
Fishing fit
- Species
- Catfish
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | round baitcasting reel |
|---|---|
| Model | Albatross 6000 |
| Gear ratio | 6.2:1 |
| Max drag | 40 lb |
| Bearings | Stainless steel deep ball |
| Material | Hard-anodized aluminum |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Color | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Ancient Mariner Albatross 6000 Conventional Reel, Right Hand, Blue | Color:Blue | Suits:— |
| Ancient Mariner Albatross 6000 Conventional Reel, Right Hand | Color:Orange | Suits:— |
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