Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Tough New Beast Series Reels and Rods from Abu-Garcia

The Beast Series—including both reels and rods—has been developed for unmatched power, precision, and durability. Beast reels deliver smooth, high-capacity drag and cranking performance, while Beast rods feature specialized tapers and a robust two-piece design to handle the largest swimbaits and A-Rigs. Together, the Beast system gives anglers the confidence and strength to land trophy fish in any water.

The Beast Low-Profile (LP) Casting Reels are designed for maximum fish-stopping power while remaining easy to palm, providing a balanced, ergonomic design for long days on the water. Available in three sizes – 200, 300, and 400 – each reel features a durable X2-Cräftic aluminum frame, oversized double-bowed aluminum handle with power knobs, and GullWing sideplates for added strength and stability. Brake systems are tailored to each model, with the 200 using the IVCB-6 centrifugal brake and the 300 and 400 featuring the Magnetic & Centrifugal Hybrid Infini Brake System, giving anglers precise control in any situation.

The Beast series also features an oversized Brass Duragear gear system built for strength and cranking power: the 200 model uses the Gen II system, while the 300 and 400 models feature oversized Gen III gears— providing an increase in gear size of up to 21%, enhancing gear longevity, boosted cranking power and improved overall gear efficiency. Coupled with robust drag systems, ergonomic A-Symmetric body design, and balanced construction, the LP series delivers the performance and durability anglers expect, whether throwing swimbaits, A-Rigs, or massive Muskie lures.

KEY FEATURES:
• 7 stainless steel HPCR bearings + 1 roller bearing
• A-Symmetric ergonomic body design
• X2-Cräftic aluminum frame and handle side plate
• Next Gen Power Stack Carbon Matrix Drag System
• 25 lbs (200), 30 lbs (300), 31 lbs (400)
• Drag Clicker (300 & 400)
• Drag Release System (400)
• Double-bowed aluminum handle with oversized power knobs
• 95mm (200 & 300), 105mm (400)
• IVCB-6 Centrifugal Brake System (200)
• Magnetic & Centrifugal Hybrid Infini Brake System (300 & 400)
• Brass Duragear Gen II (200)
• Oversized Brass Duragear Gen III (300 & 400)
• GullWing sideplate

MSRP: $249.95 - 200 | $299.95 - 300 | $349.95 - 400
Available: October 2025

The Beast Spinning Reels (SP) are purpose-built to deliver cranking power and stopping strength for anglers targeting large fish with big baits. Available in four sizes – 3000, 3500, 4000, and 5000 – each reel features an A-Symmetric body for a compact, ergonomic fit, durable X2-Cräftic one piece alloy frame, aluminum handle with oversized co-molded soft touch knobs, and salt shield bearings designed to prevent the accumulation of salt crystals and waterborne debris. The Power Stack Carbon Matrix Drag System delivers consistent, extreme-pressure drag, while the Rocket Line Management and Rocket Spool Lip designs ensure precise line control and consistent casts across all conditions.

Each spinning reel is built to handle serious loads, with HPCR stainless steel bearings, reinforced main shafts, and oversized Duragear Gen III gears (Brass on the 5000H) for unmatched durability and power transfer. Combined with the V-Rotor and V-Spool designs, these reels provide reliable performance for throwing large swimbaits, crankbaits, and other heavy presentations, making the Beast Spinning Series a versatile, go-to tool for anglers pursuing trophy fish on any body of water.

KEY FEATURES:
• 4 stainless steel HPCR bearings + 3 Salt Shield bearings + 1 roller bearing
• Gear Ratio: 6.2:1
• A-Symmetric body design
• X2-Cräftic alloy one-piece frame
• Power Stack Carbon Matrix Drag System
• Oversized aluminum Duragear Gen III (Brass on 5000H)
• V-Rotor and V-Spool design
• Rocket Line Management system
• Rocket Spool Lip Design
• Stainless steel main shaft and components
• Aluminum handle with oversized co-molded soft-touch knobs
• Designed for all water applications

MSRP: $229.95 - $279.95
Available: October 2025

Beast Series Casting and Spinning Rods



Designed to perfectly complement the Abu Garcia Beast Reel series, the Beast rods deliver the strength, sensitivity, and versatility anglers need to throw big baits for large, powerful fish. The series includes both spinning (one-piece) and casting (two-piece with secure ferrule connection) rods built for bass, pike, musky, and select inshore applications. Both spinning and casting rods offer 30-ton graphite construction with Powerlux 200 resin, and carbon-wrapped butt sections for added strength. Stainless steel guides with zirconium inserts ensure smooth line flow and durability in all water conditions, making these rods ideal for swimbaits, crankbaits, A-Rigs, and other heavy presentations.

KEY FEATURES:
Spinning Rods: Designed for Beast SP 3000–5000 reels; optimized for bass, light bass, pike, and inshore applications
Casting Rods: Designed for Beast LP 200–400 reels; optimized for big bass, musky, pike, swimbaits, and A-Rigs
• 30-ton graphite blank with Powerlux 200 resin system
• Carbon-wrapped butt section
• Two-piece ferrule locking design (casting rods only)
• Stainless steel guides with zirconium inserts
• Purpose-built tapers for large baits and serious loads

MSRP: Spinning Rods: $179.95 – $209.95 | Casting Rods: $179.95 – $229.95
Available: October 2025

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