Penn Spinfisher VII Spinning Reel and Fishing Rod Combo

Bought this when it was on sale. For having paid less than what the reel costs alone I'm already satisfied with the amount of paid. I'm a big fan of Penn reels. I own my fair share of Spinfisher V series reels and was looking forward to trying out the new Spinfisher VI series. Love the smaller body design in this next generation of the spinfisher. It seems bit lighter than the V series. I've also heard that it's basically a clone of the Slammer III series, but with a few less seals. Love that it's finally officially IPX sealed. Although I think the V series was also considered a sealed reel. The rod is Meh. I'm not too sure about the steel guides, but it seems like many major box fishing companies are going that route. I think uglystik do and no the pursuit III series is supposed also have stainless steel guides. My biggest concern is the erosion caused by braided line over time. We'll see though. I like the 1-5oz rating making it pretty versatile. I would say the power is Heavy the action is medium fast. Probably won't use the rod, but much for the price of the combo it's totall worth it.

Great rod and reel but Amazon does not ship this in a box. It's simple shipped in a bag. The broken pieces I received vaguely resembled something that once was a rod.

The only reel I have ever had you can drop in saltwater a rinse off and still be good. Only a few of the Penns have sealed bearings and this is one of them. I kayak fish and that is a big deal to me so i spend the money. I have 5 in all the sizes and use them weekly, and they give me no issues. I have caught some big red fish on these reels. I will buy more when these wear out and use the old ones for parts.

I bought the 10’ / 6500 spinning comb for Long Island surf. Spinfishers can be a little heavy but always rock solid performers. Except for the one piece guides , rod is basically the same as my 10’ Penn Prevail. Plenty of Stripers this season. Casts well. Great value. Very pleased.

Arrived broken

Great material and name

I like the Penn products, but not sure if I would order online again. If I can't find the Penn product in the future that I am looking for local, then I would be possiblity purchase a different name brand. Although Penn is my favor. when I receive my delivery, the rod tip was broken into and the wire barb on the reel was bent. I was given credit for the rod and purchased an off brand local to replace rod, as for the reel barb, I worked with it for a while using plyers and got it so the it would work as should but you can tell it is not as it should be, but does work.

I am very disappointed in the manner this equipment was packed for delivery. These are very good quality fishing rods. I would like to know why they were not carefully packed.

Excelente caña Realmente buena es Penn

Broken tip right out the box. Shipping box was in perfect shape so I assume it was put into the box like that. Beware people... You would think Penn would be a little concerned about the garbage that gets sent out.

Venia rota la caña y quien la empaco ya sabía porque tiene una cinta en la punta y no viene tampoco el pedazo que se rompió