The Daiwa Regal LT is a budget-friendly spinning reel that has become one of the most well-known models in Daiwa's collection. This reel provides all that you need out of the water and can be used for all kinds of techniques.
- Available in 1000, 2000, 2500, and 3000 sizes
- Available ratios: 5.2:1 and 6.2:1
- 10 ball bearings
- Carbon body
Reasons to buy
- Reel weight has been reduced from 7.9 ounces to 6.7 ounces in the 1000 size, and from 10.6 ounces to 7.6 ounces in the 3000 size
- Users seriously rate the drag on this reel, saying its strong and extremely smooth compared to others in this price range
- Very smooth retrieval and great casting ability
- Tough, workhorse reel that can handle harsh conditions and salt
- Features Daiwa's DigiGear system that ensures the perfect mesh between ultra-tough drive gear and pinion gears for optimized smoothness and power
- 6.2:1 option provides enough speed for taking up slack when fishing finesse techniques
- Braid and fluorocarbon ready - ideal for finesse applications
- Seriously affordable reel that has been popular for years
Reasons not to buy
- Higher flex in the reel - may play a negative role in landing large fish and applying the necessary force
- Some anglers have had issues with mild line tangling
- Won't outperform more expensive spinning reels - but performs as described
Reviews from our Readers
Bottom Line
The Regal LT should definitely be considered as an option if you're looking for a budget option to add to your spinning reels. This reel is smooth, has a strong drag, and casts with ease.
A lightweight design means you can fish for hours and the variety of sizes means you have options for different techniques. The chances are, this reel won't outperform the likes of a Stradic FL - but it will definitely live up to its price tag. There's a reason the Regal is still one of Daiwa's most sold reels!
FAQ's
About the brand
Daiwa played a key role in the development of new materials in fishing gear. Daiwa was the first manufacturer in the world to incorporate graphite to both reel bodies and rotors. They also began using densely packed carbon fibers for fishing rods, which created a whole new outlook on rod development.
Daiwa's innovative personality has changed the whole ideology of fishing gear development, and has led to them becoming arguably the biggest name in all fishing. Daiwa also became extremely big in the bass industry, and have some of the most premier reels and rods in their collection.
Some professionals who work with Daiwa:
- Brandon Palaniuk
- Brent Ehrler
- Cody Meyer
- Jared Lintner
