What reel should I get?
Select the type of fishing you will use it for (on the home page) as a starting point. For more guidance, send us following info and we can get back to you with recommendations:
- What type of fishing you will be using it for.
- How deep you will be fishing (or how much line you think you need).
- What size and type of line you want to use.
- What your approximate budget is.
What shipping do you use?
We use the main courier companies in NZ and can provide tracking numbers on request. For reels, shipping is typically between $15 and $25 (urban and rural addresses).
Are the reels for sale the ones in the photos?
Photos are indicative only. The actual reels in stock often vary from the photos. We can send you a photo of your reel prior to payment on request.
What condition are the reels in?
Every reel is second-hand, inspected on the bench before listing, and described as it stands at the time we list it. Photos are indicative — the reel you receive may differ cosmetically, and we'll send you a photo of your specific reel before payment on request. If anything material about the condition needs flagging it'll be called out in the product description.
Do all the reels come with line on them?
Sometimes reels will have used line on them that comes free with the reel. All used line is considered "as is", and its performance is not guaranteed. If you need to know what is on the reel we have for you in stock please ask. We also sell new line and can spool a reel for you on request.
What power supply/battery do you recommend?
- For small to medium reels, a small 12V SLA battery is our default recommendation. A 7 Amp-hour battery weighs about 2.5kg, and costs under $50 new. For most people, these batteries will last an entire fishing session.
- For larger reels, we recommend larger 12V batteries with approximately 20 Amp-hours capacity. If you have a large reel, but won't be using it much (common with drone and kite fishers who just wind one or two sets in per trip) then a smaller battery may also suit.
- For those looking at light weight options, there are also 12V lithium batteries available now. They are about 2-3 times lighter than standard SLA batteries, but cost 2-3 times more, and require more expensive battery chargers to charge them.
What kind of warranty do you provide with the reels?
For all used reels, we provide a 3 month warranty unless stated otherwise in the product description. New products (cords, bearings etc.) have a 12 month warranty.