penn 515 mag 2 vs abu 6500 premium mag elite

[kevden45]

Hey guys i'm looking for a new reel that will mostly be used on beaches and piers so mostly clean ground then maybe the odd session on some roughish ground but I have a slosh for that if needed. My question really is what reel out of the penn 515 mag 2 and a abu 6500 premium mag elite would be best for my needs? I know the penn has a great retrieve rate but I got a green abu mag elite a few months back and love how easy to use they are so i'm sort of swinging towards them whats you thoughts and opions on both? cheers

[Philysafc]

Some favour penns for there retrieve and being less corrosive , I like abus myself and if you rinse after ever trip they'll last a lifetime , there easy to maintain and are easy to modify , you can also get a hi speed 6500ct mag which are a dream to use on the beach , loads like Penns coz there bulletproof , it's all down to first impressions , have a try of a few .
Abus in my opinion are easier to take apart and put back together .
Good luck and tight lines
Ps I've a few 6500,s if ya want a try , giz a shout mate

[Bob C]

Abu is a great Reel for Clean Beaches but for Piers & anything else the Penn has to be the winner. Its not the best engineered Reel around but does the job well. Now the Fathom, that's a better Reel altogether imo.

[johnrob]

Best give them a try if you get the chance. Both really good reels. Mag 2 525 is a good allrounder but all down to personal choice. You won't be disappointed with either.

[steesh]

515 better for this coast

[conoflexman]

reels

the abu high speeds are good reels have the 7000 hs mag yes i no made in china but used a dozen times now cast very well and has pulled in a few mops no probs the 515 is a cracking reel have both not sure yet wants the best