Collection: Conventional Reels
Explore heavy-duty conventional reels at Tuppen’s Marine & Tackle. Built for exceptional line capacity, raw pulling power, and precise drag control, our inventory features elite saltwater brands like Penn, Shimano, and Accurate. Whether you're trolling offshore for pelagics or bottom fishing the reefs, find the ultimate conventional reel for your heavy tackle setup today.
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Accurate Ascender AX-600X 6:1 Star Drag Conventional Reel
Vendor:AccurateRegular price $525.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $525.00Sold out -
Accurate Valiant BV-500NP Narrow Plus Custom Purple Black Conventional Reel Next-Gen Round Knob
Vendor:AccurateRegular price $800.00Regular priceUnit price / per$1,000.00Sale price $800.00Sale -
Daiwa D-Vec Tactical Clear View Reel Cover - XXL 50-60 Conventional
Vendor:Daiwa Corp.Regular price $24.00Regular priceUnit price / per$40.00Sale price $24.00Sale -
Accurate Ascender 400 Conventional 6:1 Star Drag Reel Right Hand
Vendor:AccurateRegular price $475.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $475.00Sold out -
Daiwa SLTSD30 Saltist SD Star Drag Conventional Reel
Vendor:DaiwaRegular price $500.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $500.00 -
PENN SQLII30SDLH SQUALL II 30 STAR DRAG REEL LEFT HAND
Vendor:PennRegular price $310.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $310.00Sold out -
Avet MXL 5.8 Star Drag Reel - Right Hand Star Blue
Vendor:Avet ReelsRegular price $550.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $550.00Sold out -
Daiwa LX-HD500P-P LEXA HD 500 Baitcast Reel 5.1:1
Vendor:DaiwaRegular price $700.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $700.00 -
Accurate Boss Valiant 2-Speed Reel 800 Custom Purple Blue Yellow BV2-800
Vendor:AccurateRegular price $1,050.00Regular priceUnit price / per$1,250.00Sale price $1,050.00Sold out -
Accurate Valiant 2 TwinDrag VT2 2 Speed Silver Fishing Reel.
Vendor:AccurateRegular price From $1,000.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price From $1,000.00 -
Daiwa Saltist 35H Star Drag Conventional Reel.
Vendor:Daiwa Corp.Regular price $400.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $400.00Sold out -
Accurate BV2-800 Boss Valiant 800 2-Speed Silver Reel
Vendor:AccurateRegular price $1,000.00Regular priceUnit price / per$1,250.00Sale price $1,000.00Sale -
Accurate TXD-300X Tern 2 Star Drag Conventional Reel
Vendor:AccurateRegular price $700.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $700.00Sold out -
Avet EXW 30/2 Two-Speed Lever Drag Big Game Reels Silver
Vendor:Avet ReelsRegular price $850.00Regular priceUnit price / per$900.00Sale price $850.00Sold out -
Avet EXW 50/2 Two-Speed Lever Drag Big Game Reels Gold.
Vendor:Avet ReelsRegular price $950.00Regular priceUnit price / per$1,100.00Sale price $950.00Sold out -
DAIWA STTLW50HA Saltist Level Wind Fishing Reel
Vendor:Daiwa Corp.Regular price $310.00Regular priceUnit price / per$310.00Sale price $310.00Sold out -
Daiwa Saltiga LD 2-Speed Lever Drag Conventional Reel
Vendor:DaiwaRegular price From $1,000.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price From $1,000.00 -
Accurate VTL-600S-PUBLC Valiant 2 Twindrag 600 Light Line Conventional Reel Purple/Blue Camo Right Hand
Vendor:AccurateRegular price $1,000.00Regular priceUnit price / per$1,100.00Sale price $1,000.00Sale -
Accurate VT2-500-PUBLC Valiant 2 500 2-Speed Conventional Reel Purple Blue Camo Next-Gen Round Knob
Vendor:AccurateRegular price $1,150.00Regular priceUnit price / per$1,300.00Sale price $1,150.00Sold out -
Penn INTVI50VISW250 250th Anniversary International VISW Conventional Reel
Vendor:PennRegular price $1,600.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $1,600.00Sold out -
Accurate VT2-500N-JIG-250 Valiant 2 Limited Edition America 250th Anniversary Jigging Reel
Vendor:AccurateRegular price $1,300.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $1,300.00Sold out -
Maxel Rage Pro 90L Custom Black Blue Conventional Jigging Reel Left Hand
Vendor:MaxelRegular price $1,300.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $1,300.00 -
Maxel Rage Pro 90 Custom Matte Navy Blue Gold Conventional Jigging Reel Right Hand
Vendor:MaxelRegular price $1,300.00Regular priceUnit price / perSale price $1,300.00 -
Maxel Armory 65M Level Wind Conventional Reel
Vendor:MaxelRegular price $1,250.00Regular priceUnit price / per$1,550.00Sale price $1,250.00Sale
High-Performance Conventional Reels for Offshore & Bottom Fishing
When you're targeting hard-fighting gamefish in deep water, you need gear that won't buckle under pressure. At Tuppen’s Marine & Tackle, we stock a robust selection of conventional reels designed to handle the rigorous demands of offshore trolling, live-baiting, and heavy bottom fishing. Unlike spinning reels, conventional (overhead) reels sit on top of the rod, offering a direct line-pull advantage, massive line capacities, and powerful star or lever drag systems capable of turning stubborn fish.
Lever Drag vs. Star Drag Conventional Reels
Choosing the right drag style depends heavily on your primary fishing style:
- Star Drag Reels: Offering exceptional casting capabilities and quick, micro-adjustable drag settings, star drag conventional reels are the traditional favorite for bottom fishing, live-baiting, and general boat fishing.
- Lever Drag Reels: Providing preset maximum drag limits and smooth, incremental adjustments on the fly, lever drag reels are the go-to choice for offshore trolling, deep dropping, and subduing pelagic species where precise drag control is critical.
Industry-Leading Brands You Trust
We carry the most reliable, battle-tested names in offshore fishing to ensure your gear performs when a trophy fish strikes:
- Penn: Legendary workhorses like the Penn International, Squall, and Senator series have set the benchmark for saltwater durability and raw stopping power for decades.
- Shimano: Engineered for buttery smoothness and incredible cranking power, powerhouses like the Shimano Talica, TLD, and Trinidad deliver elite performance on the water.
- Avet: Precision-machined, heavy-duty aluminum lever drag reels crafted right here in the USA, known for exceptional free-spool and durability.
Looking for advice on gear ratios, line capacities, or pairing your conventional reel with the right offshore rod? Visit our tackle shop or contact our expert team—we’re always ready to help you gear up for your next offshore adventure.