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Daiwa · Low-Profile Baitcasting Reels
Daiwa Alphas SV TW800S Baitcasting Reel, 800S-HL, Left Handle
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Options
Style: 800s-hl (Left Handle)
- 800s-hl (Left Handle)
- 800s-h (Right Handle)
- 800s-xh (Right Handle)
- 800s-xhl (Left Handle)
- Item weight
- 0.18 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 5.39 x 4.21 x 2.83 inches
Quick take
Shallow-spool baitcaster built for finesse fishing with thin line and light baits.
Best for
- Finesse fishing with light line
- Panfish and small bass on shallow water
- Precise casts in tight spaces
Skip if
- You fish heavy cover or large baits
- You prefer spinning reels
Strengths
- Shallow spool reduces line twist compared to deep spools
- 32 mm duralumin spool is durable and light
- Right and left handle options fit your preference
Trade-offs
- Shallow spool holds less line for long-range casts
- Lower drag rating limits use on large fish
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Flipping & pitching
- Skill level
- Intermediate
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