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PENN · Spinning Reels
PopularPenn Pursuit IV Size 5000 Spinning Reel, Left/Right Handle
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- Item weight
- 560 Grams
- Product dimensions
- 6.3"L x 6.3"W x 3.94"H
Quick take
A 5000-size spinning reel built for saltwater fishing with sealed bearings, graphite body, and 36-inch per-turn retrieve.
The PENN Pursuit IV in size 5000 is a spinning reel with a graphite body and an anodized aluminum spool. It runs a 5.6:1 gear ratio that brings in about 36 inches of line per crank, and its HT-100 carbon fiber drag tops out at 20 pounds. The handle swaps to either side, which makes it a fit for inshore and nearshore anglers who fish braid or mono.
Best for
- Inshore and nearshore saltwater fishing
- Casting with medium to heavy line
- Anglers who switch between left and right hand retrieve
Skip if
- You need a larger capacity reel for heavy tackle
- You prefer a closed-face or spincast design
Strengths
- Sealed stainless steel bearings resist saltwater corrosion
- Fast recovery rate speeds up retrieve
- Graphite body keeps weight down while maintaining strength
Trade-offs
- Max drag of 20 lb limits use for very large saltwater fish
- Graphite body may flex under extreme pressure
- The aluminum spool can dent if dropped on hard surfaces
Fishing fit
- Species
- Striped bass
- Snook & tarpon
- Redfish
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
Specifications
| Type | spinning reel |
|---|---|
| Size | 5000 |
| Gear ratio | 5.61:1 |
| Line retrieve | 36 in per turn |
| Max drag | 20 lb |
| Bearings | 4 sealed stainless steel plus anti-reverse |
Facts
| Reel size | 5000 |
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