Savage Gear SG8 250 Baitcasting Reel 8.1:1 Right

Savage Gear SG8 250 – built to tame predators

The SG8 250 baitcasting reel combines a rigid one-piece aluminium frame, smooth 8.1:1 high-speed retrieval and a tuned external centrifugal brake to deliver reliable performance for pike, bass, zander and trout.

Fast retrieval for aggressive techniques

With an 8.1:1 gear ratio and 85 cm line pickup per turn, this reel excels at fast-paced presentations. Burn crankbaits, rip soft lures or work jerkbaits with quick pauses – the high-speed retrieve keeps you in control and helps trigger reaction strikes.

Built to last, cast after cast

The EDP-painted aluminium frame and side plates form a rigid, corrosion-resistant backbone, while DuraGrease lubrication and 8 ball bearings (including two Japanese bearings) ensure smooth operation over thousands of casts. The brass worm shaft and dragclicker add to the mechanical durability.

Choose the right variant

The SG8 250 is available in four configurations to match your casting hand and retrieval preference:

• 8.1:1 Right (this model) – high-speed retrieve, 85 cm per turn, for aggressive techniques and fast lure presentations

• 8.1:1 Left – high-speed retrieve, 85 cm per turn, left-hand crank

• 6.6:1 Right – balanced retrieve, 70 cm per turn, for slower presentations and heavier baits

• 6.6:1 Left – balanced retrieve, 70 cm per turn, left-hand crank

Facts

• Reel size: 250

• Gear ratio: 8.1:1, right-hand retrieve

• Retrieve per turn: 85 cm

• Weight: 195 g

• Max drag: 9 kg

• Bearing count: 8 (including 2 Japanese ball bearings)

• Line capacity: 180 m / 0.25 mm mono

• Brake: external centrifugal brake

• Dragclicker, Line-ID system, non-loss tension knob

• Flat TPE soft-touch handle knobs

• One-piece aluminium frame, EDP-painted aluminium side plates

• Separate stainless steel reel seat

• DuraGrease lubrication, brass worm shaft