The Black Friday sales event sees prices of the best fishing reels at huge discounts, giving anglers the best value of the year. Grab your Christmas shopping early or get the tackle of your dreams, at heavily discounted prices.
Whether you fish on rivers, lakes or in the sea, if you enjoy fishing with rod and line you're going to want to use a quality fishing reel. A good reel will aid your casting, enable you to easily wind your fish in and more importantly, make your fishing as efficient and hassle free as possible.
The Black Friday Sale started on Friday 24th November this year, but the deals will continue throughout next week, with Cyber Monday another big day for shoppers, so there's always time to reel in some great savings. We've rounded up the best retailer sales on fishing reel deals, as well as our pick of the best deals below.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday fishing reel sales around the web...
• Amazon UK Black Friday Deals
• Total Fishing Tackle Sale
• Go Outdoors Sale
• Fishing Republic Sale
• eBay UK Black Friday Deals
• Fishing tackle and Bait Black Friday sale
• Angling Direct Black Friday sale
The top 3 fishing reel deals of the day
ON SALE
www.fishingtackleandbait.co.uk
Description
The Korum Snapper Switch Reel is perfect for lure fishing, coming in a range of sizes from a very
Pros
- Great reel for lure fishing.
- The smaller sizes are perfect for dropshotting techniques.
Cons
- A slightly bigger reel in the range would be good for really demanding lure fishing.
ON SALE
www.anglingdirect.co.uk
Description
The Daiwa Ninja Match and Feeder LT is the newest of the Ninja range but still boasts all the
Pros
- Great all-round reel.
- Perfect for any water and method.
Cons
- A little small for really big fish.
ON SALE
www.total-fishing-tackle.com
Description
If you want to use the famed Shimano Baitrunner technology but you’re on a budget, the Shimano
Pros
- Easy to use and reliable baitrunner system.
- Tough construction, suitable for the roving angler.
Cons
- No spare spool.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Fishing Reel Deals Under £50
ON SALE
www.fishingrepublic.co.uk
Description
The Daiwa N'ZON 19 Plus Reel is a fantastic option if you are required too cast feeders a long way
Pros
- Great reel for demanding fishing situations.
- Smooth and effortless winding.
Cons
- Designed for longer rods.
ON SALE
www.fishingrepublic.co.uk
Description
The Shimano Speedmaster 14000 XTC is a mid price reel that is packed with many of Shimano’s ‘Long
Pros
- Offers superior line lay.
- Incredible cranking power.
Cons
- Prone to scratching.
ON SALE
www.anglingdirect.co.uk
Description
The Sonik Insurgent reel is perfect for the modern day carp angler, available in a 5000 and 6000
Pros
- Smooth and effortless winding.
- Quick Torque drag.
Cons
- A longer spool would be nice for really long casting.
ON SALE
www.gooutdoors.co.uk
Description
A quality budget fishing reel under £50 is hard to find, but the Shimano FX 2500 is just that.
Pros
- Smooth action.
- Available in a range of sizes.
Cons
- No spare spool.
ON SALE
www.gooutdoors.co.uk
Description
The Preston Magnitude is the ideal reel for Method feeder fishing thanks to a host of brilliant
Pros
- Superb line lay.
- Spare spool supplied for different lines.
Cons
- A slightly deeper spool would be an advantage.
ON SALE
www.total-fishing-tackle.com
Description
The Nytro Impax Fishing Reel is a relative newcomer to the coarse fishing scene but its price and
Pros
- Super smooth drag.
- Very powerful reel.
Cons
- The handle knob might be a bit oversize for some depending on preference.
ON SALE
www.total-fishing-tackle.com
Description
The Prologic Fulcrum BF Reel is a lovely Baitrunner style reel that comes in a range of sizes to
Pros
- Incredibly smooth and reliable.
- Available in a range of sizes.
Cons
- Not the biggest spool sizes.
ON SALE
www.fishingtackleandbait.co.uk
Description
If you're looking for a baitrunner on a budget then look no further than the Daiwa Regal
Pros
- Smooth baitrunner.
- Durable build.
Cons
- Not the best on bigger carp rods.
ON SALE
www.total-fishing-tackle.com
Description
If you're looking for a budget spod reel, you would be hard pushed to find a better example than
Pros
- 100cm line retrieval per handle turn.
- Fully loaded with 30lb braid.
Cons
- Line clip could be better.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Reel Deals Under £75
13. Daiwa Ninja
ON SALE
www.total-fishing-tackle.com
Description
Offering quality at an affordable price, the Daiwa Ninja is a popular sub-£75 fishing
Pros
- Incredibly smooth and reliable.
- Supplied with a spare spool.
Cons
- Not the biggest spool sizes.
ON SALE
www.fishingtackleandbait.co.uk
Description
Keen carp anglers on a budget should keep an eye peeled for Daiwa’s superb value Black Widow
Pros
- Superb drag system.
- Feels far more premium priced.
Cons
- Line clip could be more pronounced.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Fishing Reel Deals Under £100
ON SALE
www.fishingtackleandbait.co.uk
Description
The Daiwa 20 Crosscast 35SCW Reel is a fantastic big pit reel, it includes a lot of the features
Pros
- Ideal for long distance casting.
- Quick Drag system is superb.
Cons
- Bail arm is a bit larger than some other reels.
ON SALE
www.anglingdirect.co.uk
Description
The Daiwa Emblem Spod reel needs little introduction amongst angling enthusiasts, it is regarded
Pros
- Fantastic cranking power.
- Very durable construction.
Cons
- The silver finished areas on the reel are prone to scratching.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Reel Deals Under £150
ON SALE
www.total-fishing-tackle.com
Description
The Daiwa 18 TDR QD Reel is renowned for its durability and quality, it's a reel that has stood
Pros
- Superb build quality.
- A reel for all coarse angling situations.
Cons
- The handle knob isn't to everyone's liking.
ON SALE
www.total-fishing-tackle.com
Description
The Fox 10000XC Reel is the perfect example of a mini big pit reel and is choice for this anglers
Pros
- Great choice for lighter setups.
- Look really nice.
Cons
- Will limit casting distances but over 100 yards is still easily achievable.
ON SALE
www.total-fishing-tackle.com
Description
The Daiwa Crosscast 45SCW QD Reel is a fantastic big pit reel, it includes a lot of the features
Pros
- Ideal for long distance casting.
- Quick Drag system is superb.
Cons
- Bail arm is a bit larger than some other reels.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Fishing Reel Deals Over £150
ON SALE
www.anglingdirect.co.uk
Description
Shimano says the Ultegra 14000 XTE will redefine the mid-priced long-range reel market. Packed
Pros
- Offers superior line lay.
- Incredible cranking power.
Cons
- Prone to scratching.
ON SALE
www.total-fishing-tackle.com
Description
When it comes to long distances casting, the Daiwa Tournament Basia QDX needs very little
Pros
- Perfect reel for long distance casting.
- Gearing makes for effortless winding.
Cons
- They are a premium reel.
When does Black Friday 2023 end?
Black Friday 2023 was on Friday, 24 November, but this year, the weeks leading up to and after it will be jam-packed with deals, too. Cyber Monday is another big day for shoppers with more and possibly better deals added.
Don't forget to bookmark this page for all the shopping fun, and if you're searching for something else, take a look at Amazon's deal pages here, where you'll find amazing discounts all year long.
Are Black Friday fishing reel deals worth it?
Fishing reels are subjected to sales throughout the year, with many reels seeing discounts depending on the season and the type of angling they are designed for. However, Black Friday often sees even sharper discounts than you would usually see and it is often a blanket discount incorporating lots of styles of reel, so if you want the best price for a certain reel, it's well worth checking out the prices on Black Friday.
Reels are one of the most commonly used items of tackle, so choosing a quality one is always beneficial. Black Friday may enable you to buy a reel that is normally out of your budget, allowing you to own the fishing reel you always dreamt about.
Author Aidan Bordiuk is an enthusiastic angler who enjoys all fishing disciplines from match fishing to beach casting. He is currently occupying the position of Commercial Content Writer at Angling Times.