KastKing Spartacus II Baitcasting Reel

Overview

This KastKing reel is built with an aluminum, carbon fiber, and stainless steel frame, weighing 6 ounces, and the attribute data lists it as a baitcasting reel with a 7.2:1 gear ratio in a right-hand, Stryker green colorway. It includes an anti-reverse feature for solid hooksets.

The listing title calls this a spinning reel, but the technique field and the CST in the model number both point to a baitcasting reel, which is a meaningfully different tool for a meaningfully different casting style. Confirm the handle side and gear ratio in the model name match what you need before ordering, since baitcasting reels are handed and this one is listed as right-hand retrieve.

• 7.2:1 gear ratio
• Aluminum, carbon fiber, and stainless steel construction
• 6 ounce weight
• Anti-reverse handle

Who it's for

Fits anglers experienced with baitcasting gear who want a fast 7.2:1 retrieve for techniques like topwater or fast-moving lures. Not a fit for anglers looking for an open-face spinning reel, since the spec data describes baitcast operation rather than spinning.

Pros and cons

Performance notes

The 7.2:1 gear ratio retrieves line quickly per handle turn, which suits techniques like topwater walking baits, spinnerbaits, or other lures fished at a faster pace. A mixed aluminum, carbon fiber, and stainless steel build keeps the reel light at 6 ounces while aiming to hold up to repeated casting. The anti-reverse handle locks the crank during the hookset so pressure transfers directly to the fish.

Specifications

Closest rivals on specs

Piscifun Carbon X Ultralight Spinning Reel

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Shimano SLX150XG Baitcasting Reel

• Item Weight 0.38 vs 0.43 pounds (-12%)