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Zebco · Spincast Combos
Zebco 808 Spincast Combo, 7 ft Rod, Size 80 Reel, 20 lb Cajun Line, 2-Piece
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- Item weight
- 1.6 Pounds
- Product dimensions
- 43.6 x 6 x 3 inches
Quick take
A no-tangle spincast combo with a 7-foot rod and bite alert for anglers just starting out.
This Zebco 808 is a ready-to-fish spincast combo: a two-piece 7-foot medium-heavy rod paired with a size 80 push-button reel. The reel has a built-in bite alert, QuickSet anti-reverse and a dial-adjustable drag, and it comes spooled with 20-pound monofilament. It suits beginners and anglers after bass or trout who want simple, tangle-resistant casting.
Best for
- First-time anglers and kids learning to fish
- Anglers who want straightforward push-button casting
- Simple freshwater fishing without tackle complexity
Skip if
- You want a reel with fine drag adjustments
- You plan to upgrade soon; spincast reels limit technique
Strengths
- No-tangle design reduces backlashes that frustrate beginners
- Built-in bite alert warns you of fish activity
- Ceramic pick-up pin reduces line friction and abrasion
Trade-offs
- Spincast reels have lower line capacity than spinning reels
- Button-press retrieval is less precise than spinning or baitcasting
- Size 80 reel suits only light-to-medium presentations
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Trout
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Beginner
Specifications
| Type | spincast rod and reel combo |
|---|---|
| Rod material | Z-Glass 2-piece |
| Reel size | 80 |
| Reel type | Spincast |
| Gear ratio | 2.6:1 |
Facts
| Rod length | 7 ft |
|---|---|
| Rod power | Medium heavy |
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