XO reel's stunning look fused with XLB reel's bomb proof & powerful brake. The brake mechanism has been used for over 20 years with countless huge fish under its belt and now it's mounted on this sturdy but beautiful reel family. On these reels this proven brake mechanism is sealed even better than in its predecessors. Two bigger sizes are aimed for heavy saltwater use. The brake power increases very linearly within 2,5 rounds, giving you impressive 8kg maximum force. The waterproofing utilises axle seals from German Ina and all bearings are from Japan. Merisuola 7-8 has the same large-arbour design and brake system as the XO #7-8. However, we have increased the brake power and capacity for this saltwater version.
Especially suited for coastal and saltwater fishing whether you are aiming seatrout, pike or bonefish.
The #9-10 Merisuola reel will do just about anything in saltwater fishing. If you need to choose just one rod and reel combo for most SW fishing a #9 or a #10 would be the choice of most anglers. You can have permit, barracuda, tarpon, trevallies, big bonefish and a wide variety of other species on the list and this reel will perform.
This reel is designed for the biggest and most brutal fish in the ocean. Testing phase of this reel consisted of fighting against GT's, big tarpon, bluefin tuna and cars. And the reels didn't only survive, they excelled!