Match Your Reel to the Way You Fish
A reel should fit the presentation, line control, and retrieve speed you need on the water. Kistler Magnesium Fishing Reels cover both casting and spinning applications, with a 2500-size 6.1:1 spinning model and 100-size casting models in 7.3:1 and 8.1:1 gear ratios.
Choose the Magnesium Reel for Your Fishing Application
- ✅ 7.3:1 and 8.1:1 casting options give bass anglers two high-speed choices for presentations where efficient line pickup matters
- ✅ Exterior magnetic brake control on the casting reels lets you adjust braking as lure and casting conditions change
- ✅ 2500-size spinning model with a 6.1:1 gear ratio fits a wide range of spinning and finesse presentations
- ✅ Casting reels use a graphite frame and side plates and weigh 7 oz. for a lightweight rod-and-reel setup
- ✅ Spinning reel weighs 8 oz. and uses an interchangeable right- or left-hand retrieve for flexible setup
- ✅ Hard-brass worm shaft, pinion gear, and drive gear reinforce the casting reel's core drivetrain
- ✅ EVA handle knobs provide a comfortable grip across both casting and spinning configurations
| Spec |
Details |
| Spinning Model |
2500 size, 6.1:1 gear ratio |
| Casting Models |
100 size, 7.3:1 or 8.1:1 gear ratio |
| Spinning Weight |
8 oz. |
| Casting Weight |
7 oz. |
| Spinning Bearings |
7 stainless steel ball bearings |
| Casting Bearings |
6+1 stainless steel ball bearings |
| Spinning Frame |
Graphite frame body |
| Casting Frame |
Graphite frame and side plates |
| Spinning Spool |
Double-anodized aluminum braid-ready spool |
| Casting Brake |
Exterior magnetic brake control dial |
| Spinning Retrieve |
Right/left interchangeable |
| Saltwater Use |
Suitable for saltwater; rinse and wipe after use |
Real-World Performance
Pair the 2500 spinning model with spinning-rod applications where manageable line handling and finesse presentations are priorities. On casting setups, choose the 7.3:1 or faster 8.1:1 ratio according to how quickly you want to recover line between lure movements, hooksets, casts, and presentations. The external magnetic brake dial also gives casting anglers an accessible adjustment point when changing lures or casting conditions.
Put the Right Retrieve in Your Bass-Rod Lineup
Choose the spinning or casting configuration—and the gear ratio—that best fills the presentation and line-control role missing from your current setup.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kistler Magnesium Fishing Reels
Which Kistler Magnesium reel should I choose?
Choose the 2500-size 6.1:1 model for spinning applications. For casting, choose between the 100-size 7.3:1 and 8.1:1 models based on how much retrieve speed and line pickup you want from the reel.
What fishing applications suit the 8.1:1 casting reel?
The 8.1:1 option is useful for bass presentations where fast line recovery is valuable, including quickly taking up slack or getting a lure back for the next cast. The 7.3:1 model remains a high-speed alternative when you do not need the fastest available Magnesium casting ratio.
Is the Magnesium spinning reel braid ready?
Yes. The 2500 spinning model uses a double-anodized aluminum braid-ready spool.
Can I change the handle side on the spinning reel?
Yes. Kistler specifies the Magnesium spinning reel as right- or left-hand interchangeable.
Can I use a Kistler Magnesium reel in saltwater?
Yes. Kistler states that its reels can be used in saltwater and recommends rinsing and wiping off saltwater after use.
