Van Staal VR Spinning Reels Review

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Great reels

Danny H.
2 years ago

Awesome reels I own several and tackle direct has great customer service and really fast shipping

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Solid Reel!

Woody
2 years ago

The vr75 feels like it's carved from a single piece of granite. Very smooth and precise.
Great piece of engineering!

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Great purchase

Marcos
2 years ago

Very satisfied with the durability of the new van staal VR75

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Just a great reel

Mark
2 years ago

This is my second VR50. Bought one for my son. A very tough reel. Drag and castability second to none. I highly recommend.

Everglades fishing

Jobin
2 years ago

Van stall speaks for itself
Tight seals quality materials
The new VR 50s
The manual roller kit is a piece of cake to install

Go to back bay reel

Hammer76
2 years ago

A true work horse , This is the reel I grab to go wade fishing . It handles everything you throw at it , after your done spray it down with some water to rinse the salt away , let it dry , then give it a few squirts of oil and she ready for the next trip .

Nice

ED
2 years ago

Very goiod

Bullet proof but heavy

Anthony
2 years ago

If you are not worried about weight, then these are the reels for you. They'll last a lifetime.

Van Staal VR50

Barney B.
2 years ago

Don't be fooled, I use this reel on a G-Loomis inshore rod for bass and it works like a dream. Not only for surf fishing.

Fantastic!

Steven
2 years ago

This reel is smooth, balances excellently, and has a strong drag. By far the best reel I’ve ever owned.

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Expensive, but great reel

Faceplantjae
2 years ago

Took this on a week long trip and it felt great. smooth reeling action, fast retrieve, and love the manual bail. The only thing I would complain about is why did I have to spend 60 bucks on the silver handle knob? Why not just put the bigger silver knob and charge me an extra 60 bucks. Everything is silver on this reel except the knob.

Gucci Reel

Ham94
2 years ago

I love my 175 so far and will be getting a 50 for a lighter setup.

Best reel I ever had!

Marco
2 years ago

This is the best reel I ever had for Surf Fishing. I put this reel on my St. Croix Seage 10'6" Surf Spinning Rod and match perfectly.

Awesome reel

Mark
2 years ago

First fish with this reel was an upper slot Red out of the surf. Performed exactly the way you would expect. Very smooth for a sealed reel. It does live up to the Van Staal hype in my opinion. My second reel by Van Staal and I am pleased with both.

A Masterpiece

Steven
6 years ago

Definately a masterpiece of engineering & product design. The finest reel I have ever owned. Machining is exceptional; surfaces are finely finished.
Extremely smooth operation, I can see all of my friends begging to try it. I own & have fished 3 Stella's and they are very smooth too, but the VanStall had me smiling like a kid on Christmas morning. Really, really 'ROCKSOLID'read more />The price is money very,very,very well spent.

Van Staal VR Spinning Reels Questions and Answers

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Asked by Anthony 2 years ago

How would the vr75 pair with a 8/9 foot tfo tactical surf rod?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Anthony, a Van Staal VR75 VR Spinning Reel would pair and balance nicely with either a 8ft or 9ft TFO Tactical Surf rod. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by vanna keo 7 years ago

What is the max drag on the VR150 and VR175?

Bernie 7 years ago

The VR150 max drag is 35 lbs and the max drag on the VR175 is 40 lbs

Asked by Amon 2 years ago

How big is a vr50 compared to Shimano and which is the closest to a 5000

Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Amon, The closest size to a Shimano the VR50 compares to is the 4000 size and the closest to a 5000 size Shimano is the VR75. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!</span>

Asked by Robert Archer 2 years ago

does the vr 50 come w/ manual pickup kit?Rob Archer

Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Robert, The Van Staal VR 50 does not come with the bail-less kit like the other sizes. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!</span>

Asked by Austin 2 years ago

Hey I was wondering what size reel would match the Penn spinfisher 4000?

Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Hello Austin, <p><br /></p><p>In terms of size the vr50 will be the closest to the Penn spinfisher 4000</p>

Asked by Josh 2 years ago

Which size vr would fit a 9-10 ft rod for Spanish and blues 

KRAIG FRIEDMAN 2 years ago

Hi Josh. A VR150 would be your best choice.

Asked by Louie 2 years ago

Hello.  Would the VR50 pair well with the Shimano Terez TZS72ML (SHM-3649) or the Avid Inshore VIS76HF?  <p>Seems like the VR75 might pair slightly better but those are out of stock right now, and I'm only wanting to do business with ya'll.  </p><p>Thanks

Huy - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Louie, The VR50 and 75 will fit well on the Shimano Terez 7ft 2in ML rod. The reels both share the same body with the difference being a different size spool. If need be you can swap a VR50 spool to a VR75. Please let us know if there is anything

Asked by Nicholas Tarrant 2 years ago

Would the VR 50 be good for a medium fast action 7ft 4in bull bay rod? 

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Nicholas, The Van Staal VR 50 Spinning Reel would pair perfectly with a 7ft 4" Bull Bay rod for inshore fishing applications. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by Charlie 2 years ago

How heavy is the vr75. Or should I say how much does the vr75 weigh

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Charlie, The weight of the Van Staal VR75 is 9.0oz. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.</span>

Asked by Ashton 2 years ago

What would be a good rod for the Van Staal VR125 for big snook and tarpon on a boat 

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Ashton, I would recommend a St. Croix JIS79XHMF Mojo Inshore Spinning Rod. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/st-croix-jis79xhmf-mojo-inshore-spinning-rod.html</a><span> This would pair well with a Van Staal VR 125 for large Tarpon and Snook

Asked by Ashton 2 years ago

What gen would the Van Staal VR125 be if I got it in Dec of 2021. Because I want vr 150 spool but I don't know what gen the reel is and all that I see is gen 1  

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Ashton, The best way to tell what Generation Van Staal VR you have would be to look at the differences. The biggest main differences that you should notice is the Drag Knob on the Gen 1 series are thin and small compared to the Gen 2 series. Most

Asked by JeremyD 2 years ago

Looking to pair a VR on a 10'6 shadow surf rod, medium heavy. I'm currently using at spinfisher vi 4500. Something slightly larger with more balls/power would be a welcomed upgrade. I'm thinking the 75 or 125...any thoughts? Itll be used for back bay stri

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Jeremy, I would recommend either a Van Staal VR 125 or a Van Staal VR 175. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/van-staal-vr175-spinning-reels.html</a><span> Either one of these would be a ideal reel to pair with your 10'6" Jigging World Shadow

Asked by Anthony 2 years ago

How does the vr75 pair up with a 8/9 foot rod for lures and soft plastics?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Anthony, a Van Staal VR75 VR Spinning Reel would pair and balance nicely with either a 8ft or 9ft Surf rod for fishing lures and soft plastics. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by eric 7 years ago

I pre order a vr50 on august 1 is the delivery date still going be February ?

Bernie 7 years ago

Hello Eric, yes the expected delivery is set for February.

Asked by Billy Vu 2 years ago

Do you sell a bailess conversation kit or does the reel come with one?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Billy, The Van Staal VR Spinning Reels all are suppose to come with the parts needed in the box to convert these to bailess. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by Josh 2 years ago

Best reel to use for inshore throwing live bait?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Josh, I would recommend the Van Staal VR75 VR Spinning Reel. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/van-staal-vr75-spinning-reels.html</a><span> This would be perfect for inshore live bait applications and can be matched with various inshore rods

Asked by Aric 2 years ago

Can the VR200 get spooled with 65 or 80lb braid?  

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Aric, You can spool up the Van Staal VR 200 with 65lb or 80lb braid. However, you will get siginificant less line capacity closer to 250yds using a maxiumum of 80lb Braid. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight L

Asked by Billy vu 2 years ago

How heavy is the vr50 and vr75

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Billy, The Van Staal VR 50 weighs 8.9oz and the Van Staal VR 75 weighs 9.0oz. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by Rob 3 years ago

What size reel would pair well with my sons rod. Jigging World Shadow Surf 10'. JW-SH1002S-H. Using 30lb braid.<p><br /></p><p>Im looking for the 150 but everyone is out of stock. I fear the 200 may be too big for my son. </p>

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

<span>Hi Rob, Considering that your son will be using the setup. I would recommend a Van Staal VR 175 size. Specifically model: VAN-0166-1; TackleDirect Code: VAN-0166-1. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/van-staal-vr175-spinning-reels.html.</a><span

Asked by James 3 years ago

What is the weight of the VR 75? How much heavier is it compared to VR 50?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

<span>Hi James, The weight of the Van Staal VR 75 is 9oz. The weight of the Van Staal VR 50 is 8.9oz. Pleae let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.</span>

Asked by Valdes 3 years ago

Does the vr50 come with extra spool?

Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

Valdes,<p>The Van Staal VR50 does not come with a spare spool.  You can purchase a spare spool if needed.  Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.</p>

Asked by Ryan Paragas 3 years ago

Could I use a VR 75 spool with the VR50 or vice versa? 

Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

Ryan,<p>The new Van Staal VR75 has a bigger spool than the VR50 and would not fit on the reel properly and vice versa.  Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.</p>

Asked by Tony 3 years ago

Would the 150 pair well with the 9 foot star rods paraflex?

Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

The VR 150 would be excellent to pair with a 9' Star Rods Surf rod. 

Asked by Daniel 3 years ago

12’ GSS120HMF2 St Croix with VR 200 ?

Paul Olah 3 years ago

They will pair up nicely for almost any species hiding in the surf

Asked by Tris T 3 years ago

Hey,<p>What size of reel would pair better with ODM Genesis 11 1-6oz rod?</p>

Austin - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

The VR200 would balance well and be a nice pairing with that rod.

Asked by Fabio 5 years ago

What size for VR is compared with a 4000 shimano reels? thank you so much

Bernie 5 years ago

The vr50

Asked by Nyree Kenyatta Smith II 4 years ago

What size VR should I get for redfish(any size), snook(any size), jack crevelle and tarpon(no bigger than 60 pounds)? 

Ryan Henry 4 years ago

VR125, but any size would serve you well.

Asked by Jeffrey Bruni 5 years ago

Good morning TD. I’m looking to upgrade from penn ss1v 4500 and 6500<p>To VR series. What would be the recommend size for blues and stripers. From surf. I  </p><p>Using an ODM 9 dna and a 10’ insane lami. </p><p>Would like a recommendation for both sizes.

Ethan 5 years ago

I would recommend a 150-175 size.

Asked by Bill 5 years ago

When will this reel be available for purchase again? It was estimated to be off of back order during the beginning of May. Thanks!

Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

Should have more available in a month or so. 

Asked by Noah 5 years ago

What size reel would you recommend for catching good sized tarpon from the beach? And do you have a recommendation on a pole? Mainly will be using live bait but would like to use artificial baits as well.

Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

The 175 would be a good choice. Pair that with a 10 foot Century Sling shot

Asked by John L. 5 years ago

I ordered the VR125, is the VR150 spool interchangeable with the VR125 reel?

Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

The spool is interchangeable

Asked by KN 5 years ago

1. What VR reel is the best match for a Van Staal VJS56-270 and a Spinal SJ250 rod?<p>2. Is the VR200 larger in size than a Saltist 4500? </p>

Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

The vr200 is larger and the rod depends on what you're fishing for. 

Asked by Brad 5 years ago

Whats a good surf pole to pair with a VR50 Stall Reel

Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

Max length rod to pair with the vr50 would be a 9 foot like the St.Croix mojo surf 

Asked by Nolan Eldridge 5 years ago

Would I be able to use this on a freshwater rod or is it too big? I can't tell the size too well in the pictures

Bernie 5 years ago

Depends on the freshwater rod. If it were a musky rod it would fit.

Asked by Jorge 5 years ago

Hello, I have a Shimano TZS-72MH-BLK. 40 TO 80 LBS Braid. Looking to pair it with a Van Staal VR Reel. Which VR model would you recommend & would you recommend this setup for Jigging in about 150' to 250' of water on long range trips 2-3 days? or which se

Bernie 5 years ago

The vr175 would pair up well with the TZS-72MH-BLK

Asked by jon 5 years ago

How much 20 lb. monofilament line will the VR200 hold?

Bernie 5 years ago

Give or take close to 350 yards of 20lb mono

Asked by Dinus 5 years ago

With reel size is the best combination of st croix avid inshore 7ft?

Bernie 5 years ago

The vr50 would balance out well with a avid inshore.

Asked by Nathan 5 years ago

Does the VR come in right hand crank

Bernie 5 years ago

This reel is only available in a left hand crank

Asked by Luke 4 years ago

What version is the closest to a 4000 type reel 

Alyssa Madosky 4 years ago

Depends on what 4000 because all brands are different. Generally the 125 would be the most comparable. 

Asked by Will 6 years ago

Which size would be the best for inshore fishing for slot snook and good size redfish? And which size is most comparable to a 3000?

Bernie 5 years ago

Best size would be the vr50 for most snook and reds

Asked by Dillon Besnier 6 years ago

So i live on the west coast of Florida and do a lot of fishing in my kayak on the flats and i was wondering if i should get the vr50 or the vr125 for throwing bigger live baits at Cobia, Reds, and occasionally some tarpon cruising through the flats ?

Bernie 6 years ago

The vr50 can handle the smaller side of those species.

Asked by Jerry 6 years ago

Is the vr150 salt water prof ? Jerry

Bernie 6 years ago

The vr150 is a sealed reel

Asked by paul guicciardini 6 years ago

what is the main gear made of

Bernie 6 years ago

Stainless steel.

Asked by Joe 6 years ago

Is the vr 200 sufficient enough for fishing in the canal

Bernie 6 years ago

Hello Joe, the vr200 will be sufficient enough for the Canal just don't use anything larger then a 40 pound braid.

Asked by Jose 6 years ago

What Van Staal VR reel would match well with a 9' St. Croix Triumph Surf Travel series?

Bernie 6 years ago

The vr125 or the vr150 would pair up nicely with a 9 foot rod.

Asked by Pablo martinez 6 years ago

Does the vr200 pair ok with a st croix mojo 9' and does the reel come with braid line or mono?

Bernie 6 years ago

Hello Pablo, If the rod is a St.Croix mojo surf then it would pair up nicely with the vr200. As far as the line we can spool mono for free(test of your choice) if you would like braid you would need to purchase the braid first then request to have it spoo

Asked by keith Allen 6 years ago

Is there a kit to convert the vr50 to bailess?, OR will there be a kit ?

Bernie 6 years ago

From what we've heard there will not be a bailess kit for the VR50

Asked by Dave 6 years ago

I’m looking to purchase an inshore rod to pair with a VR 150 for stripers....Suggestions???

Bernie 6 years ago

Hello Dave, the St.Croix Avid inshore would pair nice with the vr150.

Asked by James 7 years ago

I would like to purchase a Van Staal reel for bucktailing fluke. What is the smallest they make and would it be practical. I believe in buying the best, so you only have to buy it once.

Bernie 6 years ago

The smallest and best option would be the vr50. Small,powerful and versatile.

Asked by john 7 years ago

will the vr50 come with a •MicroClick drag tuning accuracy or free style like the vsb150?

Bernie 6 years ago

Hello John, If the Vr50 is like the rest of the vr reels from Van Staal it comes with a micro click drag knob.