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Shakespeare · Spinning Reels

Shakespeare Contender Spinning Reel, Size 20, 5.2:1, 4 Bearings

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Item weight
0.2 Kilograms
Product dimensions
7.48 x 5.04 x 4.25 inches

Quick take

An ultralight spinning reel designed for panfish and small trout on ultralight tackle.

The Shakespeare Contender in size 20 is a light spinning reel with a 5.2:1 gear ratio, an aluminum spool and instant anti-reverse. Four stainless steel ball bearings keep the retrieve smooth, and an oil felt front drag handles fish pulling line. It holds 180 yards of 2 lb mono, 110 yards of 4 lb or 85 yards of 6 lb, which suits panfish and light-line trout and bluegill outings.

Best for

  • Creek and small stream panfish fishing
  • Ultralight setup for tiny lures and light line
  • Beginners learning spinning in small waters

Skip if

  • You fish large lakes and deep water
  • You need high drag capacity

Strengths

  • Compact ultralight size fits small hands and ultralight rods perfectly
  • Machined aluminum spool provides durability in small package
  • Oil felt drag is simple to understand for beginners

Trade-offs

  • Limited drag capacity restricts use to small fish only
  • Low line capacity means frequent need for line retrieval management
  • Older design uses traditional felt drag needing occasional maintenance

Fishing fit

Species
  • Panfish
Water
  • Freshwater
Techniques
  • Casting
Skill level
  • Beginner

Specifications

Specifications
Typespinning reel
Size20 ultralight
Gear ratio5.2:1
Line capacity180/2, 110/4, 85/6 yd/lb
Bearings4 stainless steel
SpoolMachined aluminum

Facts

This version's specifications
Reel size20

How it compares

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