{"product_id":"penn-fth40nld2-fathom-40n-2-speed-offshore-reel","title":"PENN FTH40NLD2 Fathom Lever Drag 2-Speed 40N Conventional Reel","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFish Deep and Shift Gears When Offshore Fish Load the Rod\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDeep presentations and hard offshore fights can demand two very different kinds of retrieve from the same reel. The \u003cstrong\u003ePENN FTH40NLD2 Fathom Lever Drag 2-Speed 40N Conventional Reel\u003c\/strong\u003e gives you a 5.0:1 high gear for recovering line and a 2.5:1 low gear for gaining mechanical advantage when the load gets heavier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTwo-Speed Control for Heavy Offshore Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type:none;padding-left:0;margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Quick-Shift™ 2-speed system moves between 5.0:1 high and 2.5:1 low gearing as the fishing situation changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ 42-inch high-gear retrieve helps recover line quickly, while the 21-inch low-gear retrieve trades speed for increased cranking leverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ 40 lb maximum drag gives the 40N substantial drag capability for demanding conventional offshore applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ 785 yards of 50 lb braid capacity provides room for high-capacity offshore setups and deep-water presentations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Full Metal Body and sideplates surround stainless steel main and pinion gears for a rigid conventional-reel platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Dura-Drag™ washers, double-dog ratchet anti-reverse, and five shielded stainless steel ball bearings support the reel's heavy-duty design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Line Capacity Rings and Switchblade™ harness lugs add useful features for managing line and heavier offshore setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFTH40NLD2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Position\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGear Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0:1 high \/ 2.5:1 low\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetrieve Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42 in \/ 21 in per turn\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Drag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrag Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLever Drag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrag Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDura-Drag™\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 shielded stainless steel ball bearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMono Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e410 yd\/30 lb; 315 yd\/40 lb; 235 yd\/50 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBraid Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e785 yd\/50 lb; 665 yd\/65 lb; 565 yd\/80 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse high gear when you need to pick up line after a drop, recover a presentation, or stay connected as a fish changes direction. When the rod stays loaded and turning the handle becomes the priority, shift into the 2.5:1 low gear for more mechanical advantage. The 40N's capacity also makes it well suited to offshore situations that put substantial line in the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eGive Your Heavy Offshore Setup Two Working Gears\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePut the FTH40NLD2 on a setup where deep water, substantial line capacity, and the ability to shift into low gear can matter during the fight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the PENN FTH40NLD2 Fathom 40N\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details { margin:0; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details:first-of-type { border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary {\n    padding:14px 0; font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; list-style:none; outline:none;\n  }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::-webkit-details-marker { display:none; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::marker { content:\"\"; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador p { margin:10px 0 16px; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-accordion--pescador\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat fishing applications suit the PENN Fathom 40N 2-Speed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 40N configuration is well suited to demanding offshore conventional fishing where line capacity, lever-drag control, and two-speed gearing are useful. PENN owners specifically report using Fathom 2-speeds for applications including fly lining and dropper-loop fishing for tuna and yellowtail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhen should I shift the FTH40NLD2 into low gear?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eHigh gear is useful when faster line recovery is the priority. Shift into the 2.5:1 low gear when the reel is under heavier load and increased mechanical advantage is more useful than retrieval speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow much braid does the PENN Fathom 40N hold?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003ePENN rates the FTH40NLD2 for 785 yards of 50 lb braid, 665 yards of 65 lb braid, or 565 yards of 80 lb braid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow does the 40N differ from the Fathom 30 2-Speed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe FTH40NLD2 has 5.0:1\/2.5:1 gearing, 40 lb maximum drag, and greater published braid capacity. The FTH30LD2 uses 5.5:1\/2.7:1 gearing and has a 33 lb maximum drag, making model selection important when matching the reel to the intended offshore setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs the PENN FTH40NLD2 a right-hand retrieve reel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. PENN specifies the FTH40NLD2 as a right-hand retrieve conventional reel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penn","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48508658254042,"sku":"PEN-1292934","price":359.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0446\/9732\/1627\/files\/79599XL.jpg?v=1787814309","url":"https:\/\/pescadorfishing.com\/products\/penn-fth40nld2-fathom-40n-2-speed-offshore-reel","provider":"Pescador Fishing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}