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VAN STAAL VR BAILED GEN 2 SPINNING REEL REVIEW

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The VR Series Gen 2 Reels are the latest evolution of Van Staal spinning reels. Fully sealed, with a lightweight 6061 aluminum construction, and a powerful waterproof drag system. They come from the factory with a bail and a bailess conversion kit so you can fish them however you like.

  • Fully machined 6061 aluminum body

  • Fully sealed body and spool design

  • Stainless steel spiral-bevel gear system

  • Includes bail-less kit


The second generation of Van Staal VR Spinning Reels are exactly what the doctor ordered for the serious Cape Cod beach fisherman. As most people familiar with Van Staal already know, these reels are completely sealed which allows for seemless operation after a good surf dunking. These reels were specially designed by original Van Staal owner Rob Koelewyn. They are constructed of high grade 601 aluminum with a solid titanium spool shaft. The upgraded main shaft is now beefy enough to withstand some offshore applications. They have a super strong and waterproof drag  and are light in weight considering the overbuilt construction.

The included bail and a bailless conversion kit allows you to fish them in either fashion fairly easily. Van Staal has dramatically reduced the weight of the reel without sacrificing strength and durability through artfully engineered porting on the body, rotor and spool, but also sports a delrin ball handle knob that is extremely strong and makes the handle weight inconsequential. What's left is an amazingly well balanced reel that is ready to go to battle with you the next time you hit the beach. This generations many upgrades include a thicker gear on the 50/75 sizes. In addition, The 125-200 sizes  now have gotten a much more substantial stainless steel shaft and the same great waterproof drag as on all the VS series reels .. Another awesome feature of the Van Staal VR Series is the more modest price category for reels of this caliber. These reels, priced from $519-$619, at the mightyfish.com, are the most affordable, hardcore saltwater worthy fishing reels currently on the market!

This reel gets the Goose Hummock Pro Staff two thumbs up!

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