--- product_id: 6461215 title: "Strikeforce Medium-Light Spinning Reel with 5.3:1 Gear Ratio, 170/8-Pound,Silver" brand: "daiwa" price: "£31.81" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Daiwa" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/6461215-strikeforce-medium-light-spinning-reel-with-5-3-1-gear store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 8 lb max drag for versatile fishing Twist Buster tech reduces line tangles 5.3:1 Gear Ratio for smooth retrieval Strikeforce Medium-Light Spinning Reel with 5.3:1 Gear Ratio, 170/8-Pound,Silver **Brand:** daiwa **Price:** £31.81 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎣 Reel in the future of fishing—smooth, strong, and stylish. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Strikeforce Medium-Light Spinning Reel with 5.3:1 Gear Ratio, 170/8-Pound,Silver by daiwa - **How much does it cost?** £31.81 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/6461215-strikeforce-medium-light-spinning-reel-with-5-3-1-gear) ## Best For - daiwa enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted daiwa brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Value Meets Quality:** Pro-level features at an accessible price point—join the ranks of savvy anglers who refuse to settle. - • **Lightweight & Strong:** Aluminum body and handle combine durability with a featherlight 0.68 lb frame for all-day comfort. - • **Precision Power Play:** 5.3:1 gear ratio delivers smooth, efficient line retrieval for every cast. - • **Tangle-Free Advantage:** Twist Buster technology minimizes line twists, keeping your fishing seamless and frustration-free. - • **Digital Gear Durability:** Digigear digital gear design ensures long-lasting, reliable performance under pressure. ## Overview The Daiwa Strikeforce Medium-Light Spinning Reel is a high-performance fishing reel featuring a 5.3:1 gear ratio, 8-pound max drag, and Twist Buster line twist reduction technology. Crafted with an aluminum body and handle, it offers durability and lightweight comfort. Designed for both beginners and seasoned anglers, it combines advanced Digigear digital gearing with an affordable price, making it a must-have for anyone serious about fishing. ## Description The Daiwa SF2500-B Strikeforce Medium-Light Spinning Reel offers the combination of a very reasonable price and some great features. Daiwa's first spinning reel rolled off the assembly line in 1955. Since then, the company has grown into one of the largest and most influential tackle companies in the world today. Review: Ditch that Walmart bargain reel! - I bought this to replace one that came with a fishing pole from Wal-Mart. This reel works excellent, and allows me to cast much farther without getting my line tangled up when reeling my line in. Diawa makes a quality reel without breaking the bank. I highly recommend this reel or any other Diawa reel. Review: Great reel for the price. - I have always been a fan of these reels,as a kid, I didn't have a large amount of money to spend on expensive fishing equipment. These types of reels made it possible to go fishing to enjoy the outdoors and maybe catch something to prepare for dinner. I retired now and still use these quality reels, to enjoy the outdoors and not break the bank doing it. I can highly recommend these for the beginning and even the experienced angler. ## Features - Great looking new body design - Twist Buster line twist reduction - Digigear digital gear design - Smooth, ball bearing drive - MONO: 6/210, 8/170 - Strikeforce Medium-Light Spinning Reel - Offers the combination of a very reasonable price and some great features - Largest and most influential tackle companies in the world today - Quality craftsmanship and materials make this product a must have for any fisherman ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00FBGDVWC | | Bearing Material Type | Aluminum | | Bearing Number | 1 | | Best Sellers Rank | #356,947 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #1,062 in Fishing Reels | | Brand Name | Daiwa | | Color | Multi | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (153) | | Fishing Line Type | Monofilament | | Fishing Reel Line Retrieve | 15.55 Inches | | Fishing Reel Maximum Drag | 8 Pounds | | Fishing Technique | Spinning | | Gearbox Ratio | 5.3 | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00043178925744 | | Hand Orientation | Left/Right | | Handle Material | Aluminum | | Included Components | Fishing Reel | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 1"L x 1"W x 1"H | | Item Type Name | STRIKEFORCE FD SPIN REEL | | Item Weight | 0.68 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Daiwa Fishing | | Material Type | Aluminum | | Model Name | STRIKEFORCE FD SPIN REEL | | Other Special Features of the Product | Twist Buster line twist reduction, Digigear digital gear design | | UPC | 043178925744 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Daiwa - **Color:** Multi - **Fishing Technique:** Spinning - **Gearbox Ratio:** 5.3 - **Hand Orientation:** Left/Right - **Handle Material:** Aluminum - **Item Weight:** 0.68 Pounds - **Material:** Aluminum - **Model Name:** STRIKEFORCE FD SPIN REEL - **Special Feature:** Twist Buster line twist reduction, Digigear digital gear design ## Images ![Strikeforce Medium-Light Spinning Reel with 5.3:1 Gear Ratio, 170/8-Pound,Silver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51hYOK+OhPL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: This reel for long cane or rod is recommended ?, it is medium or large?** A: It's for a spinning rod. I have 12 lb test on mine and it casts real nice. For the money I would recommend this reel. **Q: How big is it?** A: It is not big. It is for a light weight or median use, if anyone want one for much heavier should consider a bigger one. **Q: please this reel where it made in?** A: These reels are made in Vietnam. **Q: Is the handle reversible** A: Yes,handle is reversible ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Ditch that Walmart bargain reel! *by F***T on July 2, 2025* I bought this to replace one that came with a fishing pole from Wal-Mart. This reel works excellent, and allows me to cast much farther without getting my line tangled up when reeling my line in. Diawa makes a quality reel without breaking the bank. I highly recommend this reel or any other Diawa reel. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great reel for the price. *by H***G on April 24, 2024* I have always been a fan of these reels,as a kid, I didn't have a large amount of money to spend on expensive fishing equipment. These types of reels made it possible to go fishing to enjoy the outdoors and maybe catch something to prepare for dinner. I retired now and still use these quality reels, to enjoy the outdoors and not break the bank doing it. I can highly recommend these for the beginning and even the experienced angler. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value *by J***N on January 11, 2026* Great reel at great price.. I have Diawa reels on most of my poles. ## Frequently Bought Together - Daiwa Strikeforce Medium-Light Spinning Reel with 5.3:1 Gear Ratio, 170/8-Pound,Silver - Daiwa Strikeforce-B -B 4.9:1 Gear ratio U/L Action SF1000, Silver - Shakespeare Micro Spinning Rod --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/6461215-strikeforce-medium-light-spinning-reel-with-5-3-1-gear](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/6461215-strikeforce-medium-light-spinning-reel-with-5-3-1-gear) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-15*