Matrix Super Feeder 5500 reel

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£99.99

The ideal partner for the Matrix Horizon S class rod is the front drag Matrix Super Feeder 5500. The cult all-black reel has two line-friendly clips so you can instantly change casting distance.

A rotor brake system stops the bail-arm rotating, helping to prevent tangles and snap-offs and enabling you to feather your cast without interference.

The reel pulls in an impressive 80cm of line per handle crank, about right for all feeder fishing without spinning up your hooklengths. The forged aluminium spool (it also comes with a spare) holds 150m of 0.26mm line.

Matrix Aquos feeder reel

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£59.99 (4000)
£64.99 (5000)

Forward-thinking match brand Matrix is introducing this new Aquos model to its reel range.

The all-black multi-disc front drag model, primarily designed for feeder fishing, will only be available in 4000 and 5000 sizes. Super-strong gearing is capable of winding in the heaviest of feeders, and both reels have an impressive 5.1:1 gear ratio that translates into an outstanding 74cm per handle crank for the 4000 and 77cm for the 5000.

A radical new bail-arm shape provides super-quick line pick-up speed, which makes these reels ideal for hitting drop-back bites when a large bow in the line is needed to hold bottom in fast water. 

Other features include a seamlessly smooth retrieve running on six stainless ball-bearings, lightweight aluminium and graphite body, and a balanced rotor which keeps the reel rock-steady even when retrieving heavy weights.