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Zebco · Spincast Reels
Zebco Omega Spincast Reel, Size 30, 7 Bearings, 10 lb, Right/Left Hand
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- Item weight
- 13.28 ounces
- Product dimensions
- 1"L x 1"W x 1"H
Quick take
A sturdy spincast reel with 7 bearings and an all-metal gearbox, pre-spooled and ready for casual freshwater fishing.
The Zebco Omega Size 30 is a closed-face spincast reel for anglers who want a simple, sturdy reel with a spare spool in the box. It has six bearings and a 3.4:1 gear ratio, and its all-metal gears and aircraft aluminum covers keep the build solid. The reel holds 85 yards of 10 lb monofilament, a line that suits bass, walleye, catfish and striper fishing. At about 10.5 ounces it stays light, and its instant anti-reverse and dial drag give a first-time angler control.
Best for
- Beginners learning to cast without managing a spinning reel
- Casual fishing trips where simplicity matters
- Heavy species like catfish, walleye and stripers on light tackle
Skip if
- You need distance casting; spincast reels don't cast far
- You fish fast-moving water where sensitivity matters
Strengths
- Spincast design is easy to learn and uses one-thumb control
- 7 bearings and metal gears are durable for occasional use
- Comes pre-spooled and ready to fish
Trade-offs
- Spincast reels don't cast as far as spinning or baitcasting
- Limited drag and line capacity for large fish
- Thumb button takes practice to master for accurate placement
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Walleye
- Catfish
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Beginner
Specifications
| Type | spincast reel |
|---|---|
| Line capacity | 85 yd / 10 lb |
| Retrieve rate | 16 in |
| Max drag | 10 lb |
Facts
| Gear ratio | 3.4:1 |
|---|---|
| Bearings | 6 bearings |
| Line capacity (mono) | 85 yd / 10 lb |
| Weight | 10.5 oz |
| Body material | Aircraft aluminum covers |
How it compares
| Product | Gear ratio | Bearings | Line capacity (mono) | Weight | Body material |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zebco Omega Spincast Reel, Size 30, 7 Bearings, 10 lb, Right/Left HandPick it if you want a light closed-face spincast reel with a spare spool for 10 lb mono on bass, walleye or catfish, and six bearings behind all-metal gears. | Gear ratio:3.4:1 | Bearings:6 bearings | Line capacity (mono):85 yd / 10 lb | Weight:10.5 oz | Body material:Aircraft aluminum covers |
| 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. | Gear ratio:3.2:1 | Bearings:6 ball + 1 clutch | Line capacity (mono):10 lb / 100 yd | Weight:13.6 oz | Body material:Die-cast aluminum body, forged aluminum front cover |
| 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. | Gear ratio:3.4:1 | Bearings:5 ball bearings | Line capacity (mono):110 yd / 4 lb, 90 yd / 6 lb, 70 yd / 8 lb | Weight:— | Body material:Aluminum frame and cone |
| Zebco 202 Spincast Reel, Size 30, Pre-Spooled with 10-Pound LinePick it if you want a right-hand, pre-spooled size 30 spincast reel with 10-pound line for panfish, trout or bass, and a hook keeper on the body. | Gear ratio:2.8:1 | Bearings:— | Line capacity (mono):10 lb / 110 yd | Weight:6.2 oz | Body material:Reinforced graphite frame |
| 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. | Gear ratio:2.8:1 | Bearings:— | Line capacity (mono):15 lb / 90 yd | Weight:— | Body material:— |
| Zebco Omega Pro Spincast Reel, Size 20, 6 lb LinePick it if you want a light spincast with 15 lb of drag and 6 lb line, and the size 30's 20 lb drag is more than you need. | Gear ratio:3.4:1 | Bearings:7 (6 + clutch) | Line capacity (mono):80 yd / 6 lb | Weight:10.7 oz | Body material:Aluminum |
Common questions
What line does the Zebco Omega Size 30 hold?
The Zebco Omega Size 30 holds 85 yards of 10 lb monofilament. Its spool is built for that 10 lb line, so a buyer can fish bass, walleye or catfish with the line it ships with. Heavier line than the rating calls for would go past what this reel is set up for.
How many bearings does the Zebco Omega Size 30 have?
The Zebco Omega Size 30 has six bearings in its drive system. Those bearings run with all-metal gears and a 3.4:1 gear ratio, which keeps the handle turning evenly. Its instant anti-reverse adds a second layer of control on the retrieve.
How heavy is the Zebco Omega Size 30?
The Zebco Omega Size 30 weighs about 10.5 ounces. That is light for a reel with all-metal gears and aircraft aluminum covers, so it adds little weight to the rod in hand. It suits anglers who spend long hours casting from shore.
What is the Zebco Omega Size 30 made of?
The Zebco Omega Size 30 is built with aircraft aluminum covers and all-metal gears. Its drive has six bearings, and the reel weighs about 10.5 ounces. Those materials make it a sturdy choice for a first closed-face spincast reel.
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