{"product_id":"penn-spinfisher-vii-10500-prevail-ii-drone-combo","title":"PENN Spinfisher VII 10500 \/ Prevail II 3.66 m 37 kg Drone Combo – Bonus 29.5 kg Braid 500 m","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePENN Spinfisher VII 10500 \u0026amp; Prevail II 12 ft — Heavy-Duty Drone Fishing Combo with 500 m Braid\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PENN Spinfisher VII 10500 \/ Prevail II 3.66 m 37 kg drone fishing combo is PENN's heavy-duty saltwater platform matched with a powerful 12 ft surf rod and 500 m of 29.5 kg braid — a complete, professional-standard rig for serious Australian beach drone fishing targeting large snapper, kingfish, mulloway and offshore pelagics. This is a DroneFisher-assembled combo. The Spinfisher VII 10500 is PENN's pinnacle long-range saltwater spinning reel — engineered for full-time saltwater use with comprehensive IPX5 sealing, 22.7 kg maximum drag and the large line capacity demanded by offshore drone fishing at Australian ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpinfisher VII vs Battle IV — Which PENN Combo is Right for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattle IV 10000\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpinfisher VII 10500\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum drag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.1 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.7 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBraid capacity (29.5 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e649 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e713 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBraid capacity (22.7 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e704 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e773 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaltwater sealing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydro Armor (critical areas)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIPX5 (full sealing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigher\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular drone fishing, general offshore — excellent value\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-duty use, large target species, maximum performance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Spinfisher VII 10500 combo if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you regularly fish rough surf beaches, target large kingfish or trophy mulloway, fish from exposed rock platforms, or want the most capable PENN spinning platform available for serious Australian drone fishing with the highest drag ceiling in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the Battle IV 10000 combo if:\u003c\/strong\u003e you want excellent performance at a lower price point and your target species are predominantly snapper, tailor and medium-sized reef fish in the 2–8 kg class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePENN Spinfisher VII 10500 — Features and Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIPX5 Full Saltwater Sealing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spinfisher VII carries an IPX5 saltwater-resistant seal — significantly more comprehensive than splash or critical-area protection. IPX5 means the reel withstands water jets from any direction without ingress into the mechanism. For Australian beach drone fishing — surf spray, salt mist, and accidental dunking on sand during a big-fish landing — full IPX5 sealing provides confidence that your reel will perform consistently session after session without corrosion-related failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpinfisher VII 10500\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGear ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.2:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum drag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22.7 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBearings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBraid capacity (22.7 kg \/ 50 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e773 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBraid capacity (29.5 kg \/ 65 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e713 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBraid capacity (36.3 kg \/ 80 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e494 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMono capacity (13.6 kg \/ 30 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e398 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMono capacity (18.1 kg \/ 40 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e329 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMono capacity (22.7 kg \/ 50 lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e233 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetrieve\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight\/left interchangeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e22.7 kg Maximum Drag — Stopping Australia's Biggest Inshore Fish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Spinfisher VII 10500's 22.7 kg maximum drag is one of the highest ratings available in a spinning reel at this size class. This ceiling matters in several drone fishing scenarios:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge kingfish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Offshore yellowtail kingfish regularly exceed 15 kg in southern Australian waters; stopping a 20 kg king running hard at 400 m from the beach requires drag in excess of 15 kg, with room to spare for the initial surge\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy mulloway:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large jewfish are slow, bullish fighters — heavy drag applied early prevents them from reaching structure; 22.7 kg provides the authority to stop a big fish before it snags\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShark control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy baits deployed by drone frequently attract sharks; maximum drag gives you the leverage for controlling powerful animals close to shore\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInsurance for unexpected species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuna, large cobia and other powerful offshore pelagics occasionally take drone-deployed baits; maximum drag capacity means you're prepared for the unexpected\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e713 m at 29.5 kg Braid — Long-Range Drone Fishing Capacity\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 713 m for 29.5 kg (65 lb) braid, the Spinfisher VII 10500 comfortably handles Australian drone fishing deployments at maximum range — up to 600+ metres offshore with a comfortable backing reserve remaining on the spool. The included 500 m of 29.5 kg braid in this combo provides enough line for most Australian beach and headland drone fishing missions, with clear spool remaining as a safety margin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor maximum-range fishing at 800–1,000 m deployments, consider upgrading to 22.7 kg (50 lb) braid, which provides 773 m capacity on the Spinfisher VII 10500 spool. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fishing-line\"\u003efishing line collection\u003c\/a\u003e for compatible options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePENN Prevail II Rod — 3.66 m (12 ft), Rated 37 kg\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Prevail II in the 3.66 m \/ 37 kg configuration provides the heavy surf platform needed for serious beach drone fishing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12 ft length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps the line elevated above surf and wave action during drone deployments; provides long-range strike power when setting hooks at 500+ metres from shore\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e37 kg rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matched to the Spinfisher VII 10500's 22.7 kg maximum drag — the rod handles the full mechanical drag range without compromising its action\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy surf action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Powerful enough to control large fish in surf conditions and apply maximum pressure throughout the retrieve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e500 m of 29.5 kg Braid — Included and Ready to Load\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included 500 m of 29.5 kg (65 lb) braid is selected to match the Spinfisher VII 10500's capacity and provide adequate backing for standard Australian drone fishing deployments. The 29.5 kg breaking strain covers snapper, kingfish, mulloway and the majority of Australian inshore sportfish, and is fine enough for smooth long-range deployment without excessive aerial drag during drone flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTarget Species — What You'll Catch with This Combo\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnapper\u003c\/strong\u003e (Pagrus auratus) — offshore reefs, bomboras and rubble; whole baits on paternoster rigs at 400–800 m\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKingfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (Seriola lalandi) — offshore reefs, pinnacles and current seams; live yakkas, slimy mackerel and large dead baits — the 22.7 kg drag provides genuine stopping power for trophy fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulloway \/ Jewfish\u003c\/strong\u003e (Argyrosomus japonicus) — deep beach gutters, headland channels, estuary drop-offs; large whole baits on running sinker or paternoster rigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTuna\u003c\/strong\u003e (Thunnus spp.) — offshore weed lines, current edges, temperature breaks; drone-deployed live and fresh baits intercept feeding schools\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTailor\u003c\/strong\u003e (Pomatomus saltatrix) — schooling fish in clean water beyond the break; fast, hard fighters well within the Spinfisher VII's capabilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSharks\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum drag for controlling large animals in Australian nearshore waters from beach or rock platform\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComplete Your Drone Fishing Setup\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fishing-drones\"\u003eFishing drones\u003c\/a\u003e — SwellPro Fisherman FD1+, FD3 and Fisherman MAX for 300–1,300 m bait deployment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drone-fishing-rods-reels\"\u003eDrone fishing rods and combos\u003c\/a\u003e — other rod and reel combinations for Australian drone fishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/electric-reels\"\u003eElectric reels\u003c\/a\u003e — add electric retrieve for effortless long-range line recovery between drone deployments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fishing-line\"\u003eFishing line\u003c\/a\u003e — additional braid and leaders for long-range drone fishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/drone-batteries-chargers\"\u003eBatteries and chargers\u003c\/a\u003e — power solutions for full-day drone fishing sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia-wide shipping. Free delivery on orders over $99. Want to compare this combo with the PENN Battle IV 10000 setup, or need advice on target species, leader options and rigging for Australian drone fishing? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact the DroneFisher team\u003c\/a\u003e — we fish these combos on Australian beaches and can guide you through the right setup for your location and target species.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PENN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49645493584128,"sku":"DF-PEN-0074-01","price":599.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0854\/9063\/0912\/files\/dcacd5a046e049fa8cce16820f9b1fc8.jpg?v=1788114797","url":"https:\/\/www.dronefisher.com.au\/products\/penn-spinfisher-vii-10500-prevail-ii-drone-combo","provider":"Drone Fisher","version":"1.0","type":"link"}