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polarred21

04-16-2012, 03:17 AM

Anyone have any experience with these reels? What is a good general rod match-up? Looks like I just bought a new 12VS but not sure if I'll keep it. Thanks

LI32

04-16-2012, 03:59 AM

Three models - 12V (single speed), 12VS (two Speed) & 12VSX (two speed, high drag).
The 12VS is principally a sailfish type reel, filled with 20 or 30 lb line matched to a 20-40 all roller type trolling reel or a 6' 20-40 HD picth bait rod.
The 12VSX's & 16VSX's are used in the NE as tuna chunking rods with 80 lb braid under 60 lb mono leaders.

polarred21

04-17-2012, 05:49 PM

Thanks for the feedback.

polarred21

04-18-2012, 06:49 PM

Posted it for sale, just don't need it:

http://www.thehulltruth.com/fishing-miscellaneous-items/419566-penn-international-12vs-2-speed-reel-new.html

Thanks