Penn CLA2500 Clash Spinning Reel

I split my fishing time between the NY/NJ surf and Captiva Island. I need a reel that's going to subdue cow stripers, gorilla blues, bull reds, monster snook, jack, spanish mack...you get the picture. This is THE reel for the job. Spooled with 30lb superline, it is smooth casting, fast retrieving, and has a drag that tires fish out fast. I've been a Penn fisherman my whole life. This is one of the best Penn reels I've ever owned

I've used the Penn Clash since it first came out and it still remains my favorite reel. I also own the a Slammer but I pick the clash for inshore and offshore. Best reel you can buy for the money you wont be disappointed.

Purchased the CLA2000 and its held up great striped bass fishing. Powerful and smooth!

I have the 2500 size and have fished it heavy for a year. It still works good. Only issue I'm having is wind knots, I'm using the rated braid # and I can't keep a full spool

This reel has a very smooth and strong drag. The reel was used for massive rays in Ocean City with the drag cranked to max and the reel handled the stress, heat, and extended runs like a champ. The reel has no issues with casting, no wind knots. The reel also took 500yds of Berkley 65lb Pro Spec line when I spooled it, I was very impressed. The reel has an excellent spool capacity and with 30lbs of drag plus a machine brass gear, this reel is a winner as far as mid priced reels go.

I have used this reel for chunking on my 12ft Avid Surf and the line comes off with ease, no wind knots either. I then turn around this winter and threw the reel on a 7ft 9in Okuma Cruz and had no problem throwing musky crankbaits, I was thoroughly impressed by the power of this reel. The drag works very well too. I should note that the reel took 300yds of 65lb Sufix 832 with ease in case any one wants any ideas about the line capacity.

Would be awesome if the drag was smooth like other reels

Perfect reel to use for fluke and lighter striper fishing. Holds a nice amount of line and has a very nice drag. Matches perfectly with my 7' Mojo surf. That setup has brought in more fish than anything else this year and its still going strong. I have dunked it by accident twice and there hasn't been an issue. A+

Just got this earlier this year and I am impressed! Super smooth, awesome gears and comfortable handle. Performed well all spring and I am looking forward to the fall.

Drag worked great on a 100# class bluefin ! It's casting and reeling ability worked out perfect for surface poppers. I am not a spinning reel fan, so I was surprised. The reel did well on long fights.

Súper smooth put 240 yds Of 65lb power pro Great for surf And boat reel

Awesome reel! Super smooth and has ability to land big fish!

Awesome reel! Super smooth and holds a ton of line!

Very nice reel, smooth drag

Have caught grouper, snapper, trout all on this reel. Was able to enjoy casting to trout all morning and then go offshore when the wind died down and muscle grouper out of the rocks. Light enough for my little boy to use all day and strong enough to catch all kinds of fish. Love it

Love the reel. Hooked into a 14lb. STRIPER, handed it to my 8yr. Old son and watched as he landed his largest fish to date. He was thrilled to catch it and I was happy the drag performed the way it did. Would recommend this reel to even if it wasn't on sale but being on sale makes it a no brainer.

Have only had this reel for 3 weeks. It is very smooth with a good drag. Time will tell on durability. Price was also very good from Tackle Direct.

I purchased two for inshore salt water fishing. I spooled one with 15 lb and the second with 20 lb braid. The line capacities were very accurate. I paired the reels with St. Croix Mojo medium inshore rods The outfits both cast like a dream are rugged yet vey light. The gearing is very smooth and the drag is a proven design. I've use them on one fishing trip (caught Spanish Mackerel) so far and time will tell about durability but I've had good experience with Penn Slammer and Battle II reels. I believe the Clash compares very well with some of the more expensive Shimano reels. I will be buying more over time to replace my older inshore reels.

Very smooth with plenty of stopping power. Handled a 42lb cobia with no problem

Reel is smooth and exceptionally strong. Would buy this again.

I have been a huge fan of the battle, but Penn has gone and blow that reel out of the water. This reel is perfectly balance, has super smooth drag, and the Eva foam handle feels amazing when playing around with those bigger fish.

I put this on my 8 foot St. Croix Avid inshore rod and absolutely love it! The light weight and smooth operation make this a great overall reel.

Great smooth action real . Casts live bait as well as artificial with accuracy. I highly recommend this quality reel.

Everything I need for all day fluke fishing and throwing some poppers at some hungry spring stripers. Great quality from Penn at a great price.

It was either this or a Shimano Stradic 5000 FK. I ended purchasing the Penn Clash 5000 series mainly for its sealed drag system. Matched up to a Mojo 10'6 and works perfectly! Such a light combo for all day plugging! The few ounces the Clash has in weight over the Stradic makes Mojo less tip heavy and well balanced! IMPORTANT: Make sure to add the washers provided (IF NEEDED) to insure correct line lay!!

Fantastic light tackle reel with a super smooth drag

When I first played with the reel, I thought it to be a little stiff, or rigid for lack of a better word. Since spooling it up and wetting the line, this reel is amazing! The more I use it, the smoother it gets! Smooth and balanced, ,but solid as a rock at the same time! I will report back when I catch one big enough to make the drag sing!! Good fishing everyone!

Wow!! Like buying a new car. Have a penn 650ss. No comparison. Great reel!!

Really nice reel. Great on boat or beach.

I've had the reel now for over a month and I love the line lay, cast ability, smoothness and over all studiness and feel. I would highly recommend this reel. I paired it with a Star Rod seagis 10-20 7' and 15# diamond braid and My two biggest fish to date is a 25" yellow tail snapper and a 3.5 ft King fish. Drag is extremely powerful and the reel didn't even break a sweat. I am surely going to replace my other two spinfishers with clash reels. Btw, you can fish all day and not get tired cause this reel doesn't weight anything.

Reel is light with a very smooth drag. Excellent for fishing all day without wearing you out.

I've used this reel four times so far and have enjoyed it. The slow oscillation lays the line evenly on the reel and helps with casting distance. The reel is very light but just feels solid.

This reel is overall powerful and light and is one of the best reels i have every used.

Just purchased last week wast talk out of the stradic b/c of the small bail. My son purchased and cheaper shimano and it is much smoother.

Finally the reel we have all been waiting for from Penn. Super solid performance, and build quality. Smooth drag, excellent line lay, and overbuilt! Cant get much better than this for the price. 5 stars!