Fishing reels
Buying a fishing reel is often a difficult task, you have them in different types, sizes and price ranges. At The Good Catch, we have reels for carp, predatory fish, whitefish, trout and sea fishing. In addition, you can always count on us for expert advice when choosing a reel. Whether you are looking for a reel for sea, lake or river fishing, you will find the largest selection here!
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THE BEST fishing reel FOR YOU
Before you can choose a suitable fishing reel, you need to know how you want to fish and what fish you want to catch. We are happy to help you choose the right reel. Once you have chosen a reel, you will of course want to protect and maintain it properly, which is why we at The Good Catch have a wide range of reel accessories to maintain and protect your reel.
Fishing reel types
Whether you are just starting out in angling or have been loyal to one type of fishing reel for a while, it is still difficult to decide which reel to buy next. There are so many different types of fishing reels, making it important for anglers to understand which fishing reel best suits their fishing style. Below you have an overview of all the different types of fishing reels and for which application they are best suited.
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carp reels - Big Pit
A big pit reel is really nothing more than a big reel with a large, spacious spool. It goes without saying that you can put a lot of line on it. The big pit reel is therefore intended for carp fishing, usually at long distances.
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carp reels - Baitrunners
Baitrunner or freewheel reel was a breakthrough for big fish fishing, a feature that has proved so useful that it has become a standard on many carp reels. Baitrunner is a lever on the back of the reel that allows the reel to be set to release the line in a controlled manner.
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carp reels - front slip
These reels have the slip button at the top of the spool, some models have quick-drag function (QD). Carp reels with the slip at the front are without doubt among the best-selling models. With the dial on the front of the spool, you can adjust the slip easily and precisely. This range of carp reels is very wide, so there is a suitable model on the market for almost every carp fishery.
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spinning reels
Spinning reels are designed for spin fishing for predatory fish or trout, for example. These types of reels are the most commonly used models. They are light, accurate reels with which you can cast well. Because you spend a long time casting predatory fish, these reels are designed to be as lightweight as possible.
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Baitcasting reels
A baitcasting reel sits on top of the rod so that the spool is parallel to the rod. Baitcaster reels have a shaft that is fixed in the reel body on two sides. This allows you to apply much greater forces with a reel than with a fishing reel. With a reel you can also cast more precisely. With your thumb on the reel spool, you control the line release during casting for controlled casts.
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match & coars reels
On a whitefish or feeder reel, the retrieval speed is higher than on a spinning mill. This allows you to retrieve line faster when fishing at longer distances. Furthermore, a reel that you can use for feeder fishing is very similar to a regular spinning reel. You don't need a special slip system for it like you do for carp fishing.
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sea fishing reels
A sea fishing reel is a large and robust spinning reel that is resistant to saltwater. These reels come with special treatments and often other materials. Although the they are specially made for it, it is recommended to rinse the reels with fresh water after every fishing session to prevent corrosion.
CHOOSING THE SIZE OF THE FISHING REEL
The size of the reel is very important, such that you get a balanced rod set (rod + reel). On a spinning rod, you do not want a heavy reel intended for carp fishing. Fishing reels come in different sizes. Usually these run from 500 to 12000. In this, size 500 is the smallest and 12000 is the largest. The sizes 500, 1000 and 2000 are light reels used for lighter work such as ultra light fishing or match fishing. For feeder fishing and spin rod fishing, a reel in sizes 2500 to 5000 is usually used. From size 5000-6000 onwards, reels are a lot bigger and intended for heavier work such as carp fishing and sea fishing. To keep everything in balance, you should also consider the length of your rod. A longer, heavier rod requires a bigger reel.
