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Zebco · Spincast Reels
Zebco 606 Spincast Reel, All-Metal Gears, 20 lb Line, Right-Hand
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Style: Size 60 Reel (Clam Pkg)
- Size 60 Reel (Clam Pkg)
Size: 60 Reel
- 60 Reel
- 60 Reel (Pack of 3)
- Item weight
- 0.77 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 10"L x 7"W x 3"H
Quick take
A durable size 60 spincast reel pre-spooled with 20 lb line, designed for ease of use.
The Zebco 606 is a size 60 spincast reel, the larger step up from the size 40 Zebco 404. It holds 110 yards of 20 pound line and comes pre-spooled with 20 pound line from the factory. Its 3.0:1 gear ratio recovers about 19 inches of line per turn, and a selectable multi-stop anti-reverse sits on a reinforced graphite frame with all-metal gears. A single ball bearing and right-hand retrieve round out the setup.
Best for
- Beginning anglers unfamiliar with reel operation
- Kids and teenagers starting out in fishing
- Simple setups where casting and retrieving are the only required skills
Skip if
- You need long-distance casting or fine line control
- You fish heavy cover where snagging requires quick releases
Strengths
- No-tangle design and push-button casting make it simple to use
- Quickset anti-reverse prevents backward spool rotation and ensures solid hooksets
- All-metal gears provide durability for repeated use
Trade-offs
- Spincast design limits line capacity and casting distance compared to spinning reels
- 19-inch retrieve is slower than most spinning reels, tiring the angler
- Pre-spooled 20 lb line is heavy for light finesse applications
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Beginner
Specifications
| Type | spincast reel |
|---|---|
| Line capacity | 110 yd at 20 lb |
| Line retrieve per turn | 19 in |
| Maximum drag | 20 lb |
Facts
| Reel size | Size 60 |
|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 3.0:1 |
| Line capacity (mono) | 110 yd / 20 lb |
| Retrieve per turn | 19 in |
| Bearings | 1 ball bearing |
| Body material | Reinforced graphite frame, all-metal gears |
| Handle side | Right |
| Anti-reverse | Selectable multi-stop |
| Pre-spooled line | 20 lb |
| Warranty | 1 year limited, parts and labor |
How it compares
| Product | Reel size | Gear ratio | Line capacity (mono) | Retrieve per turn | Bearings | Body material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zebco 606 Spincast Reel, All-Metal Gears, 20 lb Line, Right-HandPick it if you want the size 60 step up from the 404, with 110 yards of 20 pound line already on a right-hand retrieve. | Reel size:Size 60 | Gear ratio:3.0:1 | Line capacity (mono):110 yd / 20 lb | Retrieve per turn:19 in | Bearings:1 ball bearing | Body material:Reinforced graphite frame, all-metal gears |
| Zebco 404 Spincast Reel, Size 40, Pre-spooled with 15 lb LinePick it if you want a right-hand size 40 spincast reel with all-metal gears and 15-pound monofilament already on the spool for bank or boat fishing. | Reel size:40 | Gear ratio:2.8:1 | Line capacity (mono):15 lb / 90 yd | Retrieve per turn:17 in | Bearings:— | Body material:— |
| Zebco 808 Spincast Reel, Size 80, Built-In Bite AlertPick it if you want a size 80 spincast reel with a 2.6:1 ratio and 20 lb mono capacity for catfish, striper or bank fishing. | Reel size:80 | Gear ratio:2.6:1 | Line capacity (mono):20 lb / 145 yd | Retrieve per turn:— | Bearings:— | Body material:— |
| Pflueger President Spincast Reel, Size 6UPick it if you fish light monofilament for panfish, trout or small bass and want a spincast reel that either hand can run. | Reel size:6U | Gear ratio:3.4:1 | Line capacity (mono):110 yd / 4 lb, 90 yd / 6 lb, 70 yd / 8 lb | Retrieve per turn:— | Bearings:5 ball bearings | Body material:Aluminum frame and cone |
| Zebco Omega Pro Spincast Reel, Size 30, BlackPick it if you fish medium to heavy freshwater species and want a size 30 spincast reel with 20 pounds of max drag and 100 yards of 10-pound monofilament. | Reel size:30 | Gear ratio:3.2:1 | Line capacity (mono):10 lb / 100 yd | Retrieve per turn:17 in | Bearings:6 ball + 1 clutch | Body material:Die-cast aluminum body, forged aluminum front cover |
What changed from the last model?
From the Zebco 404
The 606 is an upgrade from the 404 and the next size up. Its gear ratio moves from 2.8:1 to 3.0:1, so each turn of the handle brings in about 19 inches of line instead of 17. Line capacity grows from 90 yards of 15 pound to 110 yards of 20 pound, and the reel ships pre-spooled with 20 pound line rather than 15 pound. The 606 is also listed as the heavier-duty reel of the two.
Common questions
What line does the Zebco 606 hold?
The Zebco 606 holds 110 yards of 20 pound line, and it comes pre-spooled with 20 pound line from the factory. A buyer can fish it straight out of the package, and the rated capacity matches the line already on the spool.
What gear ratio does the Zebco 606 have?
The Zebco 606 has a 3.0:1 gear ratio and recovers about 19 inches of line per turn. That is a faster retrieve than the 2.8:1 gear on the smaller Zebco 404, so the 606 brings in more line with each turn of the handle.
Does the Zebco 606 come with a rod?
No, the Zebco 606 ships as the reel alone, with no rod included. It is the only item in the box, and it carries a one year limited warranty on parts and labor. A rod is a separate purchase.
Is the Zebco 606 a right-hand or left-hand retrieve reel?
The Zebco 606 is a right-hand retrieve reel, so the handle sits on the right side for a right-handed angler. Its selectable multi-stop anti-reverse controls how the handle turns, and the reel runs on one ball bearing.
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