Shakespeare Salt Surf 70 Long Cast Fishing Reel

The Shakespeare Salt Surf 70 is a long-cast fishing reel listed for casting, with a large-capacity surf-style spool and a spare spool. Its stainless-steel bearings and stated line capacity may suit surfcasting, but buyers should note that the listing does not specify a unit for that capacity.

At a glance

The listing describes a large line-capacity spool intended for surf-style casting.
Features include 7+1 stainless steel ball bearings and an anodised aluminium spool.
A spare graphite spool is stated as supplied.
The described anti-twist line roller is said to accommodate braid and mono.

Price

€46.05Save 18%

Reference price: ~~€56.34~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The supplied spare graphite spool offers another spool option without requiring a separately listed purchase.
The stated 8 kg maximum drag and 7+1 bearing arrangement give buyers concrete specifications to compare.

Technical specifications

18 specifications

Identity
Brand	Shakespeare
Model	Salt
Type	Long Cast Reel
Size	One Size

Fishing and operation
Technique	Casting
Hand orientation	Ambidextrous
Gearbox ratio	4.8
Maximum drag	8 Kilograms
Line capacity	320/0.35
Fishing line types	braid,mono
Bearings	8
Special feature	Always-on

Materials and construction
Material listed	Stainless Steel
Handle material	Stainless,Stainless Steel,Anodized,Aluminium Handle,Aluminium,Steel
Spool feature	Anodized aluminium spool

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	60 Grams

Appearance and package
Colour	Silver
Spare spool	Supplied with spare graphite spool

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listed line capacity, 320/0.35, has no unit or further explanation in the supplied details, so confirm what it denotes if capacity is a deciding factor. The product description identifies a spare graphite spool, while the explicit included-components field lists only the reel. Confirm whether the spare spool is included with the selected listing. The stated weight of 60 Grams is unusually low for a fishing reel, but the listing provides no clarification, so treat it as unconfirmed rather than a verified product measurement.

What’s in the box

1x Shakespeare Salt Surf 70 Long Cast ReelIncluded
Spare graphite spoolCheck selected pack

Check which accessories are included in your selected pack before buying.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Surfcasters comparing a long-cast reel with a large-capacity surf-style spool.
Anglers who use braid or mono and want a reel listing that describes compatibility with both.

Less suited to

Buyers who require a clearly explained line-capacity unit or confirmed reel weight before choosing.

Shakespeare Salt Surf 70 Long Cast Fishing Reel · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.2 / 5 · 13 ratings

5 stars56%56%
4 stars26%26%
3 stars10%10%
2 stars0%0%
1 star8%8%

The available aggregate ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the four- and five-star categories, but a smaller one-star share shows that experiences are not uniformly favourable. Ratings alone do not identify what customers liked or disliked, so they cannot confirm the reel's casting, drag or durability performance.

Frequently asked questions

Does the listing say a spare spool is included?

The product description says a spare graphite spool is supplied, but the explicit included-components field names only the reel. Check the selected listing to confirm the package contents.

What line capacity is listed?

The listed value is 320/0.35, with no unit or explanation supplied. Confirm its meaning if it matters to your line choice.

Can it be used with braid or mono?

The listing describes the reel as handling braid and mono and specifies both as fishing line types.

What is the stated maximum drag?

The listed maximum drag is 8 Kilograms.