TACKLE INDEX DATABASE
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167 results
86%Shimano
Sienna FG
A cracking little predator reel for lure anglers who want Shimano reliability without rinsing the tackle budget.
91%Preston Innovations
Long-distance feeder and coarse-match reel
A proper long-distance and feeder reel with the build, spool capacity and gearing to handle serious coarse fishing without turning every cast into a faff.
Daiwa
23 TDR QD 4012
A proper match and feeder workhorse with a quick drag, shallow spool and the sort of smooth, controlled feel that makes busy coarse-fishing sessions a whole lot easier.
88%Sonik
Sonik Kraft 14000 Carp Reel
A properly capable big-pit reel with long-distance credentials, a strong drag and enough line capacity for serious carp fishing.
88%Sonik
14000 and 18000 sizes
A lightweight magnesium big-pit reel with a proper 45mm spool, serious drag power and two useful size options. Here’s where the Maglev fits on the carp bank.
89%Shimano
Shimano Ultegra 14000 XTE
A cracking long-range reel with serious line capacity, a silky retrieve and enough grunt for big carp, big waters and chunky feeder work.
88%Daiwa
23 Ninja LT 4000-C
A cracking all-rounder for feeder, method and general coarse work, with a light feel, sensible gearing and enough drag to handle proper fish.
89%Daiwa
20 N'ZON LT 5000S-CP
A cracking long-cast feeder and coarse reel with the line capacity, drag and retrieve to cover a lot of water without feeling like a brick on the rod.
92%Shimano
C5000
A seriously capable coarse-match reel with the speed, capacity and spool options to cover feeder work, big rivers and proper stillwater margins.
87%Shimano
ST 10000 RB
A proper old-school Shimano Baitrunner with a big spool, sensible free-spool control and enough line capacity for serious coarse and carp work.
89%Daiwa
Daiwa 23 Ninja LT
Light, smooth and nicely versatile, the Daiwa 23 Ninja LT covers everything from float work and feeder fishing to lighter method and margin carp duties.
88%Matrix
Matrix Ethos Pro Feeder Reel
A feeder reel built for tidy casting, smooth winding and the sort of repeatable performance that keeps a match session ticking along nicely.
91%Shimano
14000 XTE / XTE Spod
A proper long-range carp reel with serious line capacity, a cracking drag and a useful choice of 14000 or Spod versions.
92%Shimano
Shimano Stradic FM Reel
A seriously polished spinning reel for coarse and match work, with the smoothness, line control and drag manners to make light tackle feel properly refined.
86%Snowbee
Spectre standard fly reel range; choose size to suit your outfit
A machined-aluminium fly reel with a large arbor, cork-and-steel drag and handy everyday features. Pick the right size and the Spectre makes a tidy partner for river and stillwater fly fishing.
87%Daiwa
23 Exceler LT range — 1000D to 4000D-C models
A lightweight predator reel with a ZAION V body, AIRDRIVE rotor and a sensible spread of sizes. A cracking shortlist option for perch and zander work — just pick the spool and size for your fishing, not the biggest drag figure.
87%Daiwa
UK range: 2500, 3000-C, 4000-C, 5000-C and 6000D
Lightweight construction, AIRDRIVE features and a useful spread of sizes make this a cracking prospect for roaming predator anglers. Just pick the size for your rod and lures, not the biggest drag number.
87%Daiwa
Ninja LT spinning reel range; size not specified
A lightweight-minded spinning reel with useful gearing, an ATD drag and no need to get carried away with fancy tackle. Just choose the size to suit your rod and lures.
88%Shimano
Nasci FC range — size-dependent features
Proper gearing, useful size choices and a straightforward front drag make the Nasci FC a strong shout for predator anglers. Just don’t assume the tiny 500 gets all the same kit.
85%Snowbee
Standard range: #3/4, #5/6 and #7/8
Machined aluminium, a large arbor and a sealed cork-and-steel drag give this gold-finished fly reel plenty of substance. Pick the right size and it’s a tidy match for river trout or stillwater work.
Snowbee
#8/10
Machined aluminium, a large arbor and a sealed multi-disc drag give the Geo-S #8/10 a proper big-fish brief. Just make sure that’s the sort of fly fishing you actually do.
85%Greys
Range overview: #3/4, #5/6, #7/8 and #9/10
A full-frame fly reel with a sealed carbon-disc drag and large arbour. The Tital makes a strong case for anglers who want reassuring construction, though light-gear fans should check the weight carefully.
85%Greys
5/6 and 7/8
An aluminium body, large arbour and Rulon disc drag give the Cruise a sensible set of essentials. Pick the right size for your fly line and you've got a reel that keeps things refreshingly simple.
84%Fox Rage
Left-hand wind · NRL061
An aluminium-framed, left-hand-wind round baitcaster with a measured retrieve, centrifugal brakes and a long handle. A sensible match for heavier predator outfits, rather than delicate perch work.
81%Fox Rage
Prism X Casting Reel · NRL044
An aluminium-bodied baitcaster with a manageable 212g weight and a 6.8kg maximum drag. A tidy option for predator lure fishing, provided you want casting tackle rather than a do-everything fixed spool.
86%Fox Rage
TR 1500 and TR 2500
A magnesium-bodied lure reel with two genuinely different size options. The neat twist? The smaller TR 1500 picks up more line per turn than the TR 2500.
83%Fox Rage
1000, 2000, 3000 and 4000
A front-drag spinning range covering light lure work through to heavier setups. The trick is picking the Warrior that balances your rod, rather than simply buying the biggest.
85%Greys
Available in 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 and 9/10
An enclosed frame, large-arbour spool and Rulon disc drag give the Greys Fin a useful all-round package. Just pay attention to reel weight when pairing it with a lighter rod.
85%Greys
Tail Fly Reel — 3/4, 5/6 and 7/8
A large arbour, carbon disc drag and three useful sizes make the Greys Tail a straightforward fly reel to shortlist. Just give the weight a proper look before pairing it with a featherweight rod.
89%Shimano
Vanford F-generation range; C3000F and C3000 HG referenced
A lightweight predator reel that puts easy start-up and tidy lure control ahead of brute force. Cracking for keen lure anglers, but make sure you’re buying the right size and generation.
84%Abu Garcia
UK pre-spooled version with Abulon braided line; sizes 2000–4000
A budget-minded spinning reel with a useful spread of sizes and a braid-loaded UK option. A tidy starting point for predator fishing, provided you pick it to suit your rod and lures.
86%Savage Gear
SGS6 front-drag spinning reel; listed sizes include 4000, 5000 and 10000
An aluminium body, sealed carbon drag and saltwater-resistant build give the SGS6 plenty of appeal for lure anglers who split their time between freshwater and the coast. Just pick the size for your fishing, not the biggest number on the box.
81%Fox Rage
Range overview: C1000, C2500 and C4000
Three sizes, sensible weights and a straightforward predator-fishing brief. The Prism makes most sense when you match it to your rod and lures, rather than automatically buying the biggest.
86%Daiwa
300 size · PXXR300HLA left-hand wind / PXXR300HA right-hand wind
A 300-size baitcaster with an aluminium body, a roomy spool and adjustable Magforce braking. The Prorex XR makes most sense when your lure box leans towards pike rather than tiny perch plastics.
87%Airflo
#7/9
A #7/9 cassette fly reel that makes plenty of sense for reservoir anglers juggling floating, intermediate and sinking lines. Just check the spool count before parting with your quid.
86%Abu Garcia
2000S, 2500S, 2500SH, 3000H and 4000MSH
An aluminium-bodied spinner with sensible size options and two gearing choices. A tidy shout for lure work, provided you choose the version that fits your fishing.
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