best spinning reel for surf fishing 2017 Dr.Fish ST 10000/12000 Full Metal Sealed drag system brings extended smooth performance and life span even in saltwater environment Surf-8K Spinning Reel | Okuma

For reels in that price range, I always look for quality, smooth casting and retrieve, and the ability to easily tune the reel

Extra Tips for Healthy Catch & Release Fish quickly prolonged fights exhaust trout and reduce survival

This drag system is specifically engineered to be mounted in the right side of the spool, designed around a Pull Bar Drag System which keeps all mechanical workings in precise alignment and places no pressure on the frame

Pre-loaded with New Zealand charts, it has an internal GPS aerial and Quickdraw maps for personalised mapping functionality

Its better than that

Those looking for more of an all-rounder should check out the 9 foot, 5-weight