Penn Clash II Spinning Reels Review
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Penn Clash II Spinning Reels
Penn Clash II Spinning Reels are technical spinning reels perfectly designed for anglers who prefer inshore fishing. Penn Clash II Spinning Reels offer machined gears and incorporate the Level-Line system which is designed to improve casting distance and eliminate wind knots.Penn Clash II Spinning R...eel Features:Full metal body and side plateCNC gear technology system (AL/brass main brass pinion)Leveline oscillation system to reduce wind knotsSealed HT-100 drag system utilizing wave spring designHydrophobic line roller bearingClutch Armor System to keep critical reel components protected no matter what the weather conditionsInstant anti-reverseAluminum reel spoolFront drag8+1 stainless steel bearing system
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Penn Clash II Spinning Reels Reviews
Inshore reel
Donald L.
2 years ago
This is a perfect size size for inshore fishing
Light inshore reel
Don
2 years ago
This reel is perfect for light inshore fishing
Great ultralight reel
Donald L.
2 years ago
Super reel
Tank
Anthony
2 years ago
This little reel is a tank. I have always loved the durability of penns, and this clash II is no different. Light, durable, and tons of fighting power.
Fast Retrieve Reel
Scott
2 years ago
I don't know any other reel on the market that picks up line nearly as fast as the HS Clash. No spinning reels in the fresh water market either. This reel is an all around quality reel that fills a niche when you need to move a lure quickly. Don't dunk it in the salt and you'll be fine with basic rinse & clean. Thank you Tackle Direct and Penn!
Great
Earl D.
2 years ago
Have and will continue to use the Clash II. Great for walleye, small mouth and anything in-between. Father of three boys have eight identical setups each with this reel. smooth and effective for any fisher of men or women.
Smooth penn reel for saltwater users
Jason
2 years ago
use mine inshore fishing but also used in beach fishing without any problems. Highly recommend
Awesome reel
Mike C.
2 years ago
I've fished a 4000 hard for over 2 years with no issues whatsoever. The reel is very smooth with great line lay, no wind knot issues at all. Penn, you have a winner here!
Penn with Refinement!
Donald
3 years ago
I bought the 4k HS spontaneously and have no regrets. I already had a Stradic FL 4k and a Spinfisher IV 5500 LC and this reel feels like the middle of the road between the two. While not quite as smooth as a Stradic, it is sturdier feeling. Likewise, with the Spinfisher it is not as tanky but much more refined feeling...and lighter. The line lay is excellent and it cast wonderfully.… read more The only hickup I have experienced is that when I spooled up with 300 yards of 20lb. braid as the capacity says, I get a wind-knot early on but after I cut about 25/30 yards it does not come back. It maybe just a the line I'm using or I might need to add/subtract a spacer. Happened twice but I am changing my line to 30 lb. to see if that alleviates the issue. Could be it just needs slightly less line. Not a big issue as there is still plenty of capacity even if I had to cut more. This is now my go-to Jetti reel. Best Penn product I own and would highly recommend if you want something refined but tough feeling. Cheers!
Fast indeed
Dain
3 years ago
Awesome reel for casting metals at Spanish, blues, and false albacore. Great speed and one of the smoothest penn reels I've ever used, not clunky at all.
Penn Clash 2 - I love this reel!
Brian
3 years ago
Paired a 1000 series with a St. Croix Premier rod.... what a sweet little setup!
It's good looks are what caught my eye, but it casts great and it's smooth on the retrieve. Brass pinion and aluminum main gear, and the HT100 drag is really nice and smooth. I am a fan of Penn's CNC gears. Caught trout and crappie on the first trip, and the reel was flawless. I love this reel,…
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and I would absolutely buy another!
Excellent Reel
Lostatsurf
3 years ago
Got the 3000 HS. Beautiful and great reel. Have this reel and rhe Back Bay 3000 both with 15 lb braid to use for surf fishing and CA Aquaduct stripers. Both are excellent reels but the BB is much smotheer, as a matter of fact a lot smoother than most of my reels and high end reels but I will get the Clash 2 again no problem.
Great Reel!
Nathan
3 years ago
Light weight, smooth operation, great casting, spools well.
Clash 2
JR
4 years ago
Have a 4000. Great light weight inshore reel for reds
Penn Clash 2 - CLAII2000
Bradley
4 years ago
The 2000 series Clash 2 is only the second Penn reel I have ever owned (Shimano Boy). I purchased a 3000 when the Clash 2 had just been released. These reels are monsters/tanks. I got them both for wade fishing. 3000 salt- 2000 fresh. They are amazingly SMOOTH! They cast great and they hold lots for line. I love'em!!! IMHO the clash 2 and Stradic are the BEST 200.00 reels made.
Penn Clash II Spinning Reels Questions and Answers
Asked by
Krish
2 years ago
Was thinking to buy for salmon fishing any opinion? Or should I reconsider?
Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service
2 years ago
<span>Hi Krish, Based on your fishing application I would recommend a Penn CLAII4000 Clash II Spinning Reel. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/penn-claii4000-clash-ii-spinning-reel.html</a><span> This would be a ideal size for your salmon fishing app
Asked by
Carol
2 years ago
I have a St Croix 66 Avid rod I use for schoolie stripers, I would also like to use it for bass and other freshwater species. Is the 1000 or 2000 Clash II the best reel size?
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
2 years ago
<span>Hi Carol, Based on the rod you described, I would recommend a Penn CLAII2500 Clash II Spinning Reel. Specifically model: CLAII2500; TD Code: PEN-1823. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/penn-claii2500-clash-ii-spinning-reel.html</a><span> This r
Asked by
Michael
3 years ago
Ordered the Clash 2 4000 and I'm looking for a surf rod to throw anything from top water plugs to bucktails for river stripers. Any suggestions?
Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service
3 years ago
Michael,<p>The Penn Clash 4000 spinning reel will pair nicely with St.Croix Mojo Inshore spinning rod JIS76MHF for throwing plugs and bucktails to Stripers in the river. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.</p>
Asked by
Dixon E Allen (DJ Allen)
3 years ago
Besides cosmetics, and I did see the original Clash has a l8 faster retrieve, what other differences are there in the Clas and ClashII? THX<p><br></p>
Austin Kearney
3 years ago
The main differences are the Clash II has a hydrophobic line roller bearing, instant anti-reverse, and the new Clutch Armor System, which helps keep important components in the reel better protected against the elements.
Asked by
Eric A Davis
4 years ago
Is the Clash II series sealed as good as the Spinfisher VI series?
Alex T
4 years ago
While the Clash series is a very well designed water resistant reel it, does not have the IPX5 seals in it like the spinfisher does
Asked by
Harold Stanton
4 years ago
Is this reel salt or fresh water ( Stanton [email protected]
Sydney
4 years ago
<span style="font-size:10.5pt;font-family:Helvetica, sans-serif;">ThePenn Clash II Spinning Reels are made for saltwater fishing but can also beused for fresh water fishing. </span>
Asked by
Ruda
4 years ago
What do the various models weigh?
Sydney
4 years ago
Information such as weight is not yet available for the Penn Clash II.