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Zebco · Spincast Reels
Zebco 404 Spincast Reel, Size 40, Pre-spooled with 15 lb Line
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Size: 40
- Item weight
- 9.6 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 9"L x 6"W x 4"H
Quick take
A spincast reel with a bite alert, all-metal gears, and stainless steel components for beginners.
The Zebco 404 is a size 40 spincast reel with a right-hand retrieve, a 2.8:1 gear ratio and all-metal gears. It comes pre-spooled with 15-pound monofilament, and a push-button design with a built-in bite alert keeps casting simple for first-timers. A dial-adjustable drag and anti-reverse make it a straightforward pick for panfish, bass and other everyday bank or boat fishing.
Best for
- Beginners and kids
- Simple no-tangle fishing
- General freshwater fishing
Skip if
- You need a high-speed retrieve
- You fish heavy line regularly
Strengths
- Patented no-tangle design
- Built-in bite alert signals strikes
- All-metal gears for durability
Trade-offs
- Spincast reels have lower line capacity
- Gear ratio is slow for fast retrieves
- Less precise drag control than spinning reels
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Skill level
- Beginner
Specifications
| Type | spincast reel |
|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 2.8:1 |
| Line capacity | 15/90 |
| Max drag | 15 lb |
| Line retrieve | 17 in per turn |
Facts
| Reel size | 40 |
|---|
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