Coarse Fishing Reels

Coarse fishing reels for float and feeder fishing

Coarse fishing reels are light, smooth and reliable reels for float fishing, feeder fishing and traditional coarse angling. They balance well with lighter rods and give precise drag control when fishing for roach, bream, tench and smaller carp.

Choose the right reel size

Reel sizes from 1000 to 3000 are often used for light float fishing and short-range work. For feeder fishing or larger waters, a 3000 to 5000 size can give more retrieve speed, line capacity and power.

Front drag, rear drag and centerpin reels

Front drag reels offer precise control and are popular with feeder anglers. Rear drag reels are practical for float fishing because they are easy to adjust during the session. Centerpin reels are a traditional option for trotting on rivers and give very direct line control.

Compare these reels with feeder fishing reels, big pit and surfcasting reels and saltwater fishing reels. For matching rods, see match rods and feeder rods.