Cresta Protocol Spinning Reel 5000S 83cm 299g 5.2:1

Cresta Protocol Spinning Reel 5000S — Smooth Power for Match & Feeder Fishing

Designed alongside the Protocol rod series, the Cresta Protocol 5000S delivers a perfectly tuned retrieve speed and confident front drag for comfortable fish-fighting sessions at the feeder or match peg.

Balanced Retrieve for Effortless Control

With 83 cm of line gathered per turn at a 5.2:1 gear ratio, the Protocol 5000S strikes the right balance between speed and authority. Whether you're swinging in a feeder or staying in touch with a float, the retrieve feels purposeful and fatigue-free through long sessions.

Compact, Solid Construction

The aluminium/graphite body is rigid without adding unnecessary weight, and the screw-in handle eliminates play for precise, direct contact with the reel. Five ball bearings plus one roller bearing deliver a smooth, consistent rotation, while the shield-shaped line clip on the aluminium spool helps you lock off at an exact distance — a real advantage when fishing precise feeder spots or match lines. The smooth front drag lets you set pressure quickly and adjust on the fly when a fish makes a sudden run.

Choose the Right Variant

The Protocol reel is currently available in one configuration. Select it based on your intended method and target species:

• Protocol 5000S | 83 cm/turn | 5.2:1 | 299 g | 150 m/0.25 mm | 5+1 bearings — a versatile size suited to feeder and match fishing for coarse and peacefull-water species (bream, roach, tench, carp on lighter feeder setups); pairs with medium feeder and match rods

Facts

• Reel size: 5000S

• Weight: 299 g

• Gear ratio: 5.2:1

• Retrieve per turn: 83 cm

• Ball bearings: 5+1

• Line capacity: 150 m / 0.25 mm

• Spool material: Aluminium

• Body: Aluminium/graphite

• Drag type: Front drag

• Shield-shaped line clip

• Screw-in handle

• Designed for match and feeder fishing