Zebco · Spincast Reels
Zebco 808 Spincast Reel, Size 80, Built-In Bite Alert
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Style: Size 80 Reel
- Size 80 Reel
- Size 80 Reel (Clam Pkg)
Size: 80
- Item weight
- 1.1 pounds
- Product dimensions
- 5.7"L x 5.25"W x 3.95"H
Quick take
A large spincast reel with built-in bite alert and all-metal gears, designed for ease of use and durability.
The Zebco 808 is a large size 80 spincast reel with push-button casting and a no-tangle design, which suits anglers who want simple handling. It has all-metal gears, a dial-adjustable Magnum drag and a changeable right- or left-hand retrieve. It comes spooled with 20-pound monofilament, so it is ready for catfish, striper and saltwater outings.
Best for
- Beginners and anglers new to spin casting
- All-day fishing comfort
- Panfish and crappie in ponds and lakes
Skip if
- You need a spinning or baitcasting reel
- You fish saltwater seriously
Strengths
- Patented no-tangle design minimizes line problems
- Built-in bite alert lets you know when fish bite
- Ceramic pick-up pin resists line cutting
- All-metal gears handle tough fishing conditions
Trade-offs
- Spincast reels have lower casting distance than spinning reels
- Drag range limited for very large fish
- Line capacity is modest
Fishing fit
- Species
- Panfish
- Bass
- Crappie
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Beginner
Specifications
| Type | spincast reel |
|---|---|
| Size | 80 |
| Gear ratio | 2.6:1 |
| Drag | Dial-adjustable Magnum, 20 lb max |
| Line capacity | 20 lb - 145 yds |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Reel size | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Zebco 808 Spincast Reel, Size 80, Built-In Bite Alert | Reel size:80 | Suits:— |
| Zebco 808 Spincast Reel, Size 80, Black | Reel size:80 | Suits:— |
Facts
| Reel size | 80 |
|---|
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