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| Name | SURFBLASTER IV 8000 Long Cast Grey |
| EAN | 0031324062306 |
| MPN | 1653350 |
| Brand | Penn |
| Fishing style | Surf & Beach |
| Reel Size | 8000 |
| Reel Type | Spinning reel, front drag |
| Gear Ratio | 4.3:1 |
| Reel Weight | 617g |
| Max Drag | 12kg |
| Retrieve per turn | 100cm |
| Bearing Count | 4 |
| Line Capacity | 550/0.35 430/0.40 340/0.45 m/mm |
| Corrosion Resistance | Saltwater resistant, stainless steel bearings |
| Water Sealing | Sealed drag |
| Line Retrieve Rate | 100 cm/turn |
| Colour | Black/Grey |
| Water type | Saltwater |
| Body and rotor material | XRC carbon |
| Main gear material | Metal |
| Spool material | Aluminum |
| Drag material | Carbon |
| Handle position | Right/Left |
| Anti-reverse | Instant Anti-Reverse |
| Spare spool | No Spare Spool |
| Pre-spooled | Not Pre-Spooled |
| Braid capacity | 615/30 545/40 415/50 yd/lb |
| Line lay system | Slow Leveline, up to approximately 50 wraps per oscillation |
Choose the 7000 for standard surfcasting distances and frequent casting. It weighs 526 g and holds 400 m of 0.35 mm mono. The 8000 holds 550 m at the same diameter and is intended for extreme distance and heavier leads, but weighs 617 g. Both have a maximum drag of 12 kg, so the main trade-off is capacity against weight.
Slow Leveline lays up to approximately 50 wraps per oscillation in tight, even coils on the long-cast spool. This lets line leave the spool cleanly and supports longer casts with less effort, which matters when repeatedly casting from the beach.
Yes, it is built for saltwater surfcasting with corrosion-resistant hardware and a 3+1 stainless steel bearing system. The carbon front drag is sealed and provides up to 12 kg of drag for controlled pressure in surf and spray. No whole-reel waterproof rating is supplied, so the sealed drag should not be treated as evidence that the entire reel is waterproof.
The reel has an aluminium spool but is supplied without line or a spare spool. Capacities are listed for monofilament and braid, so choose and load your own line for the selected size. The handle can be fitted on the right or left to suit your preferred retrieve hand.
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The PENN Surfblaster IV is a fixed-spool sea fishing reel for surfcasting from sandy beaches and rocky coastlines, including fishing for sea bass, flatfish and mullet. Its Slow Leveline oscillation lays tight, even coils with up to approximately 50 wraps per oscillation. This helps line leave the long-cast spool cleanly for longer casts with less effort.
The rigid XRC carbon body and rotor keep the gears aligned under load, while the metal main gear provides a consistent retrieve. A stainless steel 3+1 bearing system, including one roller bearing, and corrosion-resistant hardware are designed for saltwater use and exposure to salt and sand.
Both sizes have a sealed carbon front drag with a maximum drag of 12 kg. Smooth startup and consistent pressure help maintain control in surf and spray, including when using thin monofilament. Instant Anti-Reverse prevents backward handle rotation. The sealing claim concerns the drag, not a stated waterproof rating for the whole reel.
The 7000 weighs 526 g and has a 4.8:1 gear ratio. It is the lighter option for standard surfcasting distances and repeated casting on mixed ground when maximum capacity is not needed. Its monofilament capacities are 530 m of 0.30 mm, 400 m of 0.35 mm or 305 m of 0.40 mm line.
The 8000 weighs 617 g and has a 4.3:1 gear ratio with 100 cm of line retrieved per handle turn. Choose it for extreme casting distances, heavier leads and demanding surf conditions where extra line capacity matters. Its monofilament capacities are 550 m of 0.35 mm, 430 m of 0.40 mm or 340 m of 0.45 mm line. The extra capacity comes with 91 g more weight than the 7000. A retrieve-per-turn figure is not supplied for the 7000.
Both sizes come in Silver or Grey, with the Grey version specified as a black/grey finish. Each has an aluminium spool and a handle that can be fitted on the right or left. Monofilament and braid capacities are supplied, but the reel is not pre-spooled and no spare spool is included, so allow for your own line when preparing the setup.
