When jigs, moving baits, and bottom-contact presentations call for quick line pickup and controlled casting, reel speed matters. The Denali Novus Pro Casting Reel combines two high-speed gear ratio options with a dual brake system, 9+1 bearings, and 15.4 lb of maximum drag in a 7.4 oz right-hand casting reel.
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Models | NP100HS / NP100XS |
| Retrieve | Right Hand |
| Gear Ratios | 7.3:1 / 8.1:1 |
| Weight | 7.4 oz |
| Bearings | 9+1 |
| Maximum Drag | 15.4 lb |
| Line Capacity | 12 lb / 120 yd |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Cover Plates | Carbon Composite |
| Drive Gear | Brass |
| Handle | 95mm Aluminum |
| Braking | Dual Brake System |
Match the retrieve to the job: the 7.3:1 model covers a broad mix of jigs, Texas rigs, spinnerbaits, and chatterbaits, while the 8.1:1 model emphasizes faster line recovery for flipping, pitching, and bottom-contact fishing. The dual brake system lets you adjust casting control as lure weight, wind, and casting style change throughout the day.
Put the 7.3:1 Novus Pro in an all-around role, or choose the 8.1:1 when fast line pickup is the priority.
The 7.3:1 NP100HS is Denali's versatile high-speed option for applications including jigs, Texas rigs, spinnerbaits, and chatterbaits. Choose the 8.1:1 NP100XS when maximum line pickup is more important, including flipping, pitching, jig fishing, worm fishing, and other bottom-contact techniques.
The current NP100HS 7.3:1 and NP100XS 8.1:1 models are both specified as right-hand retrieve reels.
Denali's Dual Brake System allows casting control to be fine-tuned for variables such as lure weight, wind conditions, and casting style.
The 8.1:1 model is intended for applications where quick line pickup matters, including flipping, pitching, jig fishing, worm fishing, and other bottom-contact presentations.
The 7.3:1 model is the more versatile high-speed choice, with Denali recommending it for jigs, Texas rigs, spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, and all-around bass fishing.