awesome review man. i have to admit, the sound of the spool spinning during casting sounds so satisfying. the performances on the casting is quite impressive too. hope to see some epic fishing action from you haha

Elite AF video. Great detail, the small reel foot is good info for potential consumers to consider. Love that the yoke springs are retained by screws instead of c-clips and that quick access side plate.... the r&d guys must've saw a squidder laying around.

My favorite "Guy" for reviews .. I took on your style of honest review and video sharing for my platform... Great video.. Fish on! Tight Lines! ---OFD 🎣

This was helpful big time cause not all of us have penn rods I felt that really help me decide thanks so much for this video.

I have that exact same setup, both rod and reel. I use shrink tubing on the ends of the reel foot and it seems to work just fine. Just enough so that the reel foot fits a little snug and then tighten down. No need for the reel clamp.

Thank you! Most excellent review. You are a consumate professional narrator and host. Keep up the excellent work. Tops in my book!

Thanks for the review, just got mine today, excited to test it out

Proud new member of the Cartel! Fish on!

Nice reel and a good review. I seriously regret not buying the Squall 15 Casting Special before they rapidly sold out in 2020. The Gen 1 Squall 15 has served me very well for years, and this II CS model is a nice improvement - more line, 5 lb. more drag. I won't make the same mistake twice.

@TheBiggerDavo

2 жыл бұрын

It's on cabelas and bass pro right now buddy

The review I've been waiting on you to do. I knew they were coming out with the second generation of the squall but also seen some one post on Facebook about the Cs. The reel foot is not an issue for me being I will be getting a new rod to pair this reel with when I get one. Also I just got a abu 7k with the centrifugal brake what would be some mods to get some more distance but still keep the level wind?

Just got me one and just wondering what kind of modification or oil did you used for better long casting distance

The bolts are designed to be put in the grooves one way. They have a flat spot that allows them to move further outboard. We messed with one at BassPro today after watching this video last night and were able to put it on an 11’ Breakwater. When the counter worker first installed it, we had the same issue you’re experiencing. Took the bolts out and rotated them and it fixed the issue. I don’t know if this was your or anyone else’s issues, but it’s worth noting/looking into.

@Fisher492

2 жыл бұрын

I work at BPS, thinking about ordering one to put on my 11’ breakwater

When you adjust the mag during the cast are you reducing the magnetic brake I assume?

Great video! Thanks for the really detailed look and your personal thoughts.

Great to see a new video!! Time for a new budget rod video to replace the ocean master. Can't find them anymore online.

You can get the parts from Penn to change that big knob on the fathom to the dial type and it's two parts. The dial you turn and a screw. And it's basically flush to the side plate.

Great channel, super helpful videos, appreciate what you do very much, thank you! Question, what is the inside distance between the screws on the reel foot? I'd like to pick one up, but want to be sure it'll fit on my rod before I do. Rod is an Ocean Master.

Do you tie the braid directly to the reel or what do you do? What kind of knot do you use?

Ok you have sold me on getting this for my 10'6 st croix mojo surf for drum and for the smaller sharks I'm sure I will catch as well. How much mono backing do you normally put on your reels?

So my question is which performs better? Fathom CS or this new squall 2 CS?🤔

So glad they have changed the mag position just what we needed I would still like to see a slightly smaller mag nob looks a good reel

Thank you for this video! I had no idea how the magnet system worked because mine arrived without a user manual. You’d think it would be easy to find one online but no! I must have watched over a dozen videos and this is the first I’ve found that explained it in detail. Much appreciated, now maybe I can avoid the rats nests!

I got mine two days ago and its awesome man thank bud

I just bought my second penn 15cs the spool seems to have more drag then the other. I had everything backed off and it still seems to have to much drag when casting. Do you have any suggestions???

With the fathom cs, for the knob I believe you can rotate the plate so the knob is in a better position, the writing will be upside down but it should works fine

@adamhfishing

2 жыл бұрын

I just bought 2 of the Fathom 2 casting specials... waiting on them from UK. Is this for real you can rotate the side plate??

Love your channel mate,not having a go at Penn as it least they listened, but amending the issues with their top line reel with the next model down the line seems a bit strange.Obviously in the short term it is cheaper to re tool the squall production line.

What do you think about this reel for tossing surface iron at yellowtail?

Where you been at bro? Glad your back in the action.Nice review

Which rod will this fit nicely? Will it even fit a penn rod. Thanks

Easy solution for the screws. Take a Dremel tool or a small file and file about a 1/16 to 1/8 to the sides. You will not weaken the clamp. It only take a few minutes. Like fishing improvise.

great video man, quick question. when new reels do you clean out the factory grease and use new grease ? what about the ball bearings?

@adamthomas4462

3 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't worry about the grease so much but I normally swap out the bearings. Can't go wrong with boca ceramic bearings! A lot of avid fishermen swear by em

@xxcarlosxx16

3 жыл бұрын

@@adamthomas4462 appreciate the advice.

Have you tried berry pole ? I heard they work well with conventional reels

Been waiting for something to replace my sl20sh. The fathom version had terrible cast control placement. I'm not worried about the graphite frame not holding up. Some of the local public fishing boats have been using squalls as rental gear for years. Plus my daiwa sl20sh has held up to school tuna for years.

@BeachBomberFishing

3 жыл бұрын

If the slosh held up, this will hold up too.

Thanks for the info! I guess the way to buy this reel is as a rod n reel combo! Might not be a bad deal, I'll have to check it out.

I have a matching rod-reel from 1990 which has a graphite 10' rod and factory reel. Can I substitute the original reel with this Penn reel?

How did you get the grease out of the reel? Does it have to be disassembled to clean the guts? Please demonstrate putting the reel on the rod. Thanks man

I have level wind version. Now I bought a 11foot berry pole surf rod and no problems putting reel on with clamp

Yes bro, that's exactly why they do that!! Shimano has a similar problem. I've been told this by my rod builder.. unfortunately, it is what it is🤙❤️👊

HI there. What diameter rod real seat will fit between the bolts? I'm really interested in this real but this issue could be a deal breaker. I will measure the 10ft Okuma Razor rod I was thinking of using. It has a fuji reel seat which is small. Thanks for the great video. It was very helpful. I think Penn needs to take their blinkers off.

@BeachBomberFishing

3 жыл бұрын

24mm and under

It is smaller than de daiwa20? And Also it will cast similar yo the daiwa20?

So wish I could come down from San antonio and get it done but thanks for all these great videos either way

The Penn fathom ll casting special. We don't use the reel clamps when fishing with beach casting /surf casting rods. The clamps are normally used on boat rods. Providing your reel seat is wide enough to take the reel foot. You don't need the clamp.

Just got a brand new one… it’s squeaky out the box so I’m trying to get it smooth. Any tips?

What rod are you using bro, if you don't mind me asking? -Thanks

Thanx for the review, good to know about the reel foot issues, I have HDX, LDX, and CCP rods. I think I'll pass and stick with my all metal Akios, Avet, and modded Abu reels.

Any tutorials on which grease or oil to use to improve distance?

i have the spool tension knob tightened all the way. no play in spool. 4 ounce weight drops and does not nest. mounted on 12 ft penn rod. i can throw 50 to 75 yards max. no birds nest at all. once i loosen the spool tension knob a little i get birds nest when i throw it unless i keep my thumb on the spool. i want to get more distance but it birds nest city. any tips thx

think it will fit an ocean master 12'?

I wonder if the squall 1st gen gold rings fit I like them better I just ordered a 25n

Great review man. Question, why does your Squall 2 have white lettering, while all the ones I see at the store and online have gold lettering. I think the white looks pretty darn cool, but can’t find that. Thankyou!

Dear Mr Whats is the Best size 15, Squall or Phathon? I notice the modes SD for SDCS is difference, i need to buy with a 100% correct because i will buy on ebay, i live in Brasil and hee Penn does not have official sellers. Thanks!

question, when setting it up is a leader used on casting reels? Thanks

God damn it man I really spent $280 on the fathom and I just wanted something simple for the beach. FML, Carlos you better chill bro finna make me buy all the damn penn reels

@jaimito707

3 жыл бұрын

Do it! If you don't like it, you can sell it! You will have fun figuring it out.

So take the location of the mag knob out of the equation, fathom cs or squall cs?

what do you have your spool tension knob set at play wise.

Good review! These haven't arrived in England yet, but I think I might have to get one of these when they do - I always find penn reels very reliable.

I put min on a Penn Prevail II Rod and the bolts don't rub the Rod but the backplate that goes on the bolts feels bulky tho.

Can you try the camo monventional reel and rod from ugly stik? I am thinking about getting it for catfish and surf fishing when i am in alaska

I put my fathom on a 12 ft prevail 3 rod and also was a tight fit. Got it on but not without scratching up the reel seat

@jaimealvarado9424

2 жыл бұрын

Prevail 2 I meant.

I have a baitcast reel and I was really hammered with birds nest no matter how I set the drag to work on my Bait's weight, and when I tried my Friend's spinning reel it's just so easy to cast and cast so far. So I am planning to buy another rig this time it will be a spinning reel. As for beginners go with the spinning reel or you will be consuming a lot of your time dealing with birdsnest issue.

Great review. Reel seat issue: possibly designed to fit on raw blank. In the Northeast, where most guys fish Van Staal, they use black electric tape, no reel seats or clamps. Lighter weight, more continuous rod flex, and no wobble or play in the rod to reel fit.

@sentient8146

Жыл бұрын

i’m in the northeast and I wouldn’t say “most” people in the NE. At least not the googans I fish with.

@Clambelly

Ай бұрын

@@sentient8146 Do you fish out of Montauk Point, Long Island ? I could be wrong but that is my recollection. The rods had no reel seats. The locals may have used some form of reel clamps, but not that I ever noticed. Just a lot of black electric tape.

Glad you back bubba. It seems a while since I last seen you.

@BeachBomberFishing

3 жыл бұрын

Been about a month man

@BoandBeceadventures

3 жыл бұрын

@@BeachBomberFishing hey my longest cast on the fathomll is 138yards (sinker no bait). I’m looking at some of those low profile squalls now. I like mag only brakes and I think the squalls are mag only and the fathom low profiles are dual brakes.

@gonzarb93

2 жыл бұрын

@@BoandBeceadventures you tried the low profiles squalls for surf fishing with sinker?

Can you put a link to where u got the reel from please?

The casting special mag and the regular 15sd mag are both identical other than the external knob on the casting special

Is this reel a little smaller than say a daiwa sha 30?I like using 20 sizes reel wanting to know how much bigger it is than 20 sizes.

How do you like the reel so far? I need suggestions between getting the Squall 15 CS or the Fathom 2 15 CS. Also can the bearings be upgraded?

@leonardothelion9091

3 жыл бұрын

I purchased them both was lucky to order the fathom off Amazon but it was out of stock at the time so I waited like 6 weeks but I’ve used it for quite some time and the fathom has a aluminum construction but both have shielded bearings but tbh just get the squall it’s so lighter and you can change out your bearings when they get old at any reel repair store

@noseasmamut

3 жыл бұрын

@@leonardothelion9091 I settled for the Squall 15 cs. My local tackle shop had one and after 10 minutes of it came along with me. What a difference those magnets make! I can’t go back to normal.

Are you using a go pro mounted on your chest?

Buy some thinner bolts im shure you could replace the bolts any hardware could possibly help you with that problem .

Any advice on making it fit on a okuma longitude?

Where you get the reel from?

Thx for the video, very helpful

@BeachBomberFishing

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching

If you let your line and sinker down a little bit more i bet your cast will sling shot further. I like watching your vids. Keep up the good work budz

What size surf pole you using ? I was thinking of 11 foot ? I bought won and only available was level wind

@darthdoggie0031

2 жыл бұрын

Probably way too late but I would say that sounds good, I use mine on a 10 foot and it works fine so 11's probably better.

Nice - I have a 12' Penn carbon fiber surf rod so it should fit OK.

where did you get it

I'm looking for a beach caster and this is where I was heading. Most everyone uses spinning reels here in Oregon, they mostly catch surf perch. Can't cast my line counters and I ripped the eye off my salmon rod so I'm using a Rockaway surf rod and 80a spinning reel for now. Good review, maybe you can suggest an up to date casting surf rod?

And where does one find this reel for sale? Link please

Hey bro, do you think it’s possible to cast a reel that has no mag at all? I have a squall (no mag) and have been wondering if it’s worth trying at the beach.

@julliandaniels9864

3 жыл бұрын

I have the penn squall level wind 30 and can throw it about 85 yards so yes I would say you can 🤙🏼 8 N bait

@christianflores7583

3 жыл бұрын

@Brandon C, yes but find a good rod to pair with, make sure the rod loads weight well to get the most out of your cast, theyres guys casting old school penn senator 6/0s and 80lb mono almost 130yrds, its all about technique and a good rod, id start of with straight mono, more foregiving if you do birdsnest

@dustinjames4439

2 жыл бұрын

For sure! Ive casted one a good ways. Dont burn your thumb up 😂

How heavy the line you put?

Excelente Review. Saludos desde Argentina

What line are you using here ?

can you use the click as a winding check without the magnet?

@adamthomas4462

3 жыл бұрын

You can, yes

Is the clicker strong?

What type rod u used?

Would this reel on a 12 foot Penn rod make a good long beach caster? Does anybody (Penn) offer that combo? Penn combos seem to be less expensive.

Where can I order this at?

I can't find this reel online anywhere. Any ideas?

Question are there any of these in south africa

I see your not using a shock leader and no surgical tubing?

Great review happy holidays to you and the fam

We're can I pick one up

I purchased both the fathom cs and squall cs to compare them both and I’d say that the fathom does have better bearing and construction design was thinking of returning it to Amazon to buy another squall but idk lol

@gonzarb93

3 жыл бұрын

This is confirmed? Also wich are the differnece betewen them?

@leonardothelion9091

3 жыл бұрын

@@gonzarb93 tbh bro I own both and they both spin fast af for over a minute but the fathom can hold more line capacity and I love the aluminum frame but both are great choices

Man, i’m not trying to talk smack but you’re voice and the music in the background reminds of The movie Surfs Up when Tank is showing off his trophies lol

I just bought the 12 size but for some reason mine doesn't have the big mag knob it has a low profile one.

@BeachBomberFishing

3 жыл бұрын

You must've purchased the squall II 15 SD and not the CS.

@cowboyatthebebop

3 жыл бұрын

@@BeachBomberFishing your right but the 12 size

@Backlashed

2 жыл бұрын

@@cowboyatthebebop you can buy the knob from a reel parts store and replace

Where can I get one??

I think Penn made it for 10ft rod. I tried to put the clamp on a Penn 12ft surf rod and it didn't fit either lol

were can i buy this thank you

Here in the UK those reel clamps stay in the box. We use coasters or a sliding reel seat if the rod is fitted with one.

@otroflores91

3 жыл бұрын

How do you tie down the the sliding reel seat? I'm thinking it's like a fuji lockplate seat.

@Kestrel626

3 жыл бұрын

@@otroflores91 I use coasters but I see on the latest Century rods there using a locking sliding seat I think its Fuji. I have seen others that lock when the reel is secured.

@otroflores91

3 жыл бұрын

@@Kestrel626 cool thanks. Didn't know what those reel clamps were called in Europe. I've been using dfp super clamp on my "deckhand style" rods.

That easy access makes me think that's going to come apart while I'm using it or in the car on the way kind of scares me

How did you get the bloody thing!