The Daiwa Saltiga 20000 provides unmatched reel engineering and design, with an astonishing drag system that smoothly applies up to 66 pounds of pressure on the spool. It was designed to catch the biggest fish in the ocean, for those who like such a challenge on spinning gear. The Saltiga retrieves a generous 56.6 inches of line with each turn of the handle, weighs just over 31 ounces, and is presented in Daiwa’s compact monocoque (MQ) body design.

The MQ system does not require a body cover, but instead utilizes an engine plate to screw directly to the body, eliminating the need for screws to hold a body cover in place. This improves the strength of the reel and also improves the water-resistance of the body while also allowing a larger diameter drive gear to be installed. It was built to handle 90- to 130-pound braided line, to challenge the toughest fish that swim. From $999.99; daiwa.us

As seen in the June 2023 Issue of InTheBite Sportfishing Magazine