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PENN · Star Drag Conventional Reels
Penn Senator Conventional Reel, 115L2, 2.5:1 Gear Ratio, 24 lb Max Drag
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- Item weight
- 2 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 11.81"L x 9.84"W x 9.84"H
Quick take
A marine-grade conventional reel with low gear ratio suited for slow trolling speeds.
The PENN Senator in size 115 is a star drag conventional reel built for trolling and heavy offshore work. It pairs a machined aluminum spool and a bronze main gear with a 2.5:1 ratio that pulls in 28 inches of line per crank turn. The multi-disk drag tops out at 24 lb, and the spool holds 700 yards of 50 lb mono or 1450 yards of 100 lb braid. A convertible power handle sits on the right side.
Best for
- Saltwater trolling for large offshore species
- Trolling with live bait or deep-diving lures
- Anglers fishing from charter boats or sport fishing vessels
Skip if
- You need high retrieve speeds
- You plan to fish freshwater
Strengths
- Marine-grade bronze gearing resists corrosion in saltwater
- Low 2.5:1 gear ratio suited to slow trolling and deep diving
- Heavy-duty star drag system handles sustained pressure during long-distance fishing
Trade-offs
- Low gear ratio means slow line retrieval on the crank
- Larger reel size limits casting distance compared to baitcasters
- Heavier than modern spinning reels
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Trolling
Specifications
| Type | conventional trolling reel |
|---|---|
| Model | Senator 115L2 |
| Gear ratio | 2.5:1 |
| Line capacity | 1150/30, 700/50, 625/60 yd/lb mono; 1700/80, 1450/100, 1200/130 braid |
| Max drag | 24 lb |
| Line retrieve | 28 in |
| Bearings | 2-ball shielded |
Facts
| Reel size | 115 |
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