Penn VANTAGE Spool 8000 130g 550/0.35 430/0.40 340/0.45 long-cast

Penn VANTAGE 8000 Long-Cast Spool — Maximum casting distance for surf and distance anglers

The aluminum long-cast spool for the Penn VANTAGE 8000 extends your range when every meter counts, whether you're targeting surf species beyond the breakers or competing in distance events.

Extended casting performance

The long-cast design features a shallow, wide profile that reduces line friction during the cast, allowing smoother line flow off the spool. This translates to measurably longer casts compared to standard spools, giving you access to feeding zones and structure that other anglers can't reach from shore.

Durable aluminum construction

Machined from aluminum, this spare spool resists corrosion in saltwater environments while maintaining a rigid, wobble-free fit on the reel body. The material's strength ensures consistent drag performance and prevents deformation under load, even when fighting powerful species in heavy surf.

Choose the right variant

Penn offers VANTAGE long-cast spools matched to different casting styles and line setups:

• VANTAGE 8000 Long-Cast Spool (130 g) — holds 550 m / 0.35 mm, 430 m / 0.40 mm, or 340 m / 0.45 mm; suited for surf casting with mid-diameter monofilament or casting at maximum range with 15–20 lb line in saltwater applications

• VANTAGE 7000 Long-Cast Spool (101 g) — holds 530 m / 0.30 mm, 400 m / 0.35 mm, or 305 m / 0.40 mm; ideal for lighter surf setups or medium-range casting with thinner lines

Facts

• Reel size: 8000

• Weight: 130 g (4.6 oz)

• Line capacity: 550 m / 0.35 mm, 430 m / 0.40 mm, 340 m / 0.45 mm

• Spool type: long-cast

• Material: aluminum

• Specialty: designed for extended casting distance

• Water type: saltwater

• Color: black