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Tempo · Spinning Reels
Tempo Apex 3000 Spinning Reel, Magnesium Body, 39 lb Drag
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Size: Apex 3000
- Apex 3000
- Apex 2000
- Item weight
- 7.5 Ounces
- Product dimensions
- 6.02 x 5.94 x 4.13 inches
Quick take
An ultralight magnesium spinning reel with 10+1 bearings and powerful 39 lb drag.
The Tempo Apex 3000 is an ultralight spinning reel with a magnesium body and an aluminum 7075 main shaft and pinion gear. It carries 10+1 bearings, a sealed carbon fiber drag with 39 lb of maximum drag, and a braid-ready machined aluminum spool. At 7.5 ounces and ambidextrous, it suits anglers who want a light, smooth reel for braided line.
Best for
- Lightweight casting with braided line
- Extended fishing sessions
- Finesse techniques
Skip if
- You fish heavy conventional tackle
- You need a low-profile design
Strengths
- 10+1 bearing system delivers smooth retrieves
- Carbon fiber drag is sealed against water and dirt
Trade-offs
- Ultralight design may sacrifice durability in rough use
- 39 lb drag suited for freshwater, not offshore
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Trout
- Panfish
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Finesse
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | spinning reel |
|---|---|
| Size | 3000 |
| Bearings | 10+1 Japanese |
| Drag | 39 lb max |
| Material | Magnesium frame |
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