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Saltwater fishing doesn't have to be expensive. Take this Offshore Angler™ Sea Lion™ Spinning Reel, for instance. Built saltwater tough, it's priced to please. Its 5-bearing system assures smooth performance and even includes our Powerlock™ instant anti-reverse. This dependable workhorse boasts corrosion resistant carbon composite frame and rotor, a strong double anodized aluminum spool, and a stainless steel main shaft. Once the hook is set, this baby uses a smooth and powerful 10 disk drag stack to slow tough saltwater sluggers. Other features include an anodized aluminum handle, a solid stainless steel bail wire, and an oversized, hard-chrome-plated line roller. The Sea Lion is a lot of reel for the money, and we're not lyin'.
Rated 4 out of
5 by
ElGilby from
Great for CatfishWanted a spinning reel that I could use in Oklahoma for Catfish and Paddlefish. This fit the bill perfectly though it loosens up after a few catches. The only thing I am disappointed is that it does not have a spare reel.
Date published: 2017-06-15
Rated 4 out of
5 by
ThePizzaGuy from
Excellent Surf Reel on a BudgetI needed a reel to allow my buddy to do some surf fishing with me, so I bought the SL60 size and put 17lb monofilament on it.
The two main things I like about the reel is the weight and the smooth reeling action.
The reel sacrifices durability and toughness by going with a cheaper non-metal body. This means that the reel body has the possibility of twisting and bending in the reel seat when under a heavy load from large game fish. Will it? Probably not, Can it? Maybe. So in that respect, don't go targeting marlin and large sharks with this reel. The non-metal body will handle pompano, redfish and various other surf fish with ease all while affording a lighter weight and a corrosion proof reel body.
The reel has a fantastic feel when reeling. It is smooth and quiet. The line doesn't bunch up on the top or bottom of the spool as is common with cheaper reels. It lays down line reliably which is a must when you have 100+yds of line out in the surf to reel in.
The anti-reverse seems a bit cheap. Bass Pro calls it Powerlock "Instant" Anti-reverse, but I suspect it is dependent on a spring mechanism like many cheaper reels. I do not know this for sure, so don't hold me to that. At any rate, it's not "instant". It is "Almost Instant". The back reel is not ideal for lures, but a very minor factor when fishing baits in the surf.
Lastly, the drag is strong and smooth; however, the drag difference you get a with one click of the knob may give you a big difference or you may get a negligible amount of drag difference, so it can be difficult to really dial it in exactly, but it works and the drag is very smooth.
Date published: 2017-06-10
Rated 5 out of
5 by
snagman from
Great reelsI have two of the SLS80 reels and one each of the SLS50 and SLS60. I've set them up with the Sea Lion rods and they all work flawlessly. I've landed everything from little bait stealers all the way up to large Kingfish, Grouper, Snapper, Amberjacks, and sharks. Never had a failure yet and they work smooth.
Date published: 2016-09-20
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Alex1129 from
Best Saltwater Reels For the priceI bought Sea Lion SLS80 This Reels and used it . It has everything you need to fish in salt water or even fresh water . Its very handy and light weight
Date published: 2016-06-03
Rated 5 out of
5 by
shredarator from
sea lion reelIt is ok for men. The old sea lion with the 3.4:1 is easier for women to use.
Date published: 2016-05-23
Rated 5 out of
5 by
floridabass from
Smooth ReelThe last time I went to BPS, I purchased the small version of the Sea Lion to do some salt water fishing. I spooled it up with 50lb Power Pro and went out fishing for the day. It is very smooth and works quite well. For what I paid for it, I am very satisfied with this reel.
Date published: 2015-11-25
Rated 4 out of
5 by
ZEAKROD from
Smart ChoiceSea Lion reels deliver outstanding performance at the right price . This reel is SMOOTH as GLASS has instant anti reverse & Nice strong even flowing drag ...
The Sea Lion models are perfect for the seasonal angler who wants performance with out the BIG price.
I would have Rated 5 stars if it came with a spare Spool , ALL reels should !
Date published: 2015-09-10
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Jaxphotog from
Great ReelPurchased Sea Lion Reel and love it. Very easy to use. Bought two, and larger one(60) help bring in a 8 foot shark, and never failed. Great Reel!!!!!
What are the mono line capacities ratings on the reel?
Asked by: Dakboy1
SKU:2128104 - Line capacity 14/220
SKU:2128105 - Line capacity 7/230
SKU:2128106 - Line capacity 30/210
SKU:2128107 - Line capacity 40/180
Answered by: BPSResource5
Date published: 2018-07-30
Why is this reel rated 5 stars compared to tightline 'll. Both the same price.
Thanks
Asked by: Dakboy1
Thank you for your question!
The star ratings are based on the average score given by customer reviews for a specific item. This reel has simply received more positive reviews than the Tightline II. If you're curious, you can click the Reviews tab (to the right of the Description tab and the left of the Product Questions tab) to see what people liked or disliked about both reels.
I hope this information helps!
Answered by: BPSAnswers9
Date published: 2018-07-25
What's the difference between the 50 & 60? how does the 60 hold more line?
Asked by: dcollins723
It's slightly larger. so therefor holds more
Answered by: BPSResource8
Date published: 2018-07-02
Was looking into doing some shore shark fishing in NJ with this reel, would it hold up and what size would be good, the 70 or 80?
Asked by: AJ27
The sl 80 says that it does 40 pounds of drag. Is this accurate, if so, can I use this reel for amberjacks with 100 pound braid?
Asked by: Fishing Now
Thank you for choosing Bass Pro Shops. The SLS80 does have a max drag of 40 lbs. The link below will take you to the product manual for more information.
https://basspro.scene7.com/is/content/BassPro/99_PDF/Product%20Manuals/pm_SeaLionSLS50607080.pdf
Answered by: BPSProductSpecialist8
Date published: 2018-04-24
Will this reel work for vertical jigging for amberjack?
Asked by: Fishing Now
This reel would be a bit small for that purpose. While you may get away with catching small 20-pounders on medium tackle, it’s always best to use heavy gear when targeting amberjacks because eventually the big dog will go for the bait. Use a heavy reel capable of lots of tension and holding 80-to-100 pound test line. The reel should have at least 25 pounds of drag or more.
Answered by: BPSResource19
Date published: 2018-06-19
I'm also interested in which model reel will hold 300 yards of 50lb Power Pro?
Asked by: Stryker2000
Thank you for choosing Bass Pro Shops. Each of these models will hold 300 plus yards of 50lb braid SLS60 SKU: 2128105, SLS70 SKU: 2128106, and SLS80 SKU: 2128107.
Answered by: BPSProductSpecialist8
Date published: 2017-08-16
does it works for surf fishing?
what size for 12ft rod
Asked by: Ecuadorfishing
Thank you for your question about the Offshore Angler Sea Lion Spinning Reel. Per the manufacturer, The Sea Lion SLS50 is somewhat undersized for surf fishing. It is more appropriate for use on a 7’ rod and used from a pier or jetty.
If the customer is using a 12’ rod, they probably want a Sea Lion SLS70 or SLS80. This reel has more line capacity and would balance better on a 12’ rod. Another option for a 12’ rod would be our Offshore Angler Breakwater surf casting spin reels –see attached link
http://www.basspro.com/Offshore-Angler-Breakwater-Surf-Spinning-Reel/product/1410281128351/
