The updated PENN Squall II Line Counter Levewind Combo offers superior performance for a wide range of conventional trolling, nearshore, and offshore applications. Smoother and more user-friendly than ever, the Squall II LC Levewind Reel features a lightweight, rugged graphite frame and sideplates; proprietary Fast Gear Access Sideplate design that makes post-trip cleaning and lubing chores quick and simple. Also: machined aluminum spool with Line Capacity Rings; topside analog line counter mechanism; marine-grade bronze alloy main gear; stainless steel pinion gear; 3+1 system with shielded stainless steel ball bearings; and premium HT-100 carbon fiber drag washers. The Squall II Rod series of rugged graphite composite or 1-piece tubular glass/solid tip rods has been enhanced with PENN's rugged Dura-Guide guidesets for unmatched durability. Select models are equipped with slick butts for use in rod holders, comfortable EVA grips, or rubber shrink tube handles for surf and spray. Some styles have aluminum gimbals as well. Reel features: Lightweight graphite frame and sideplates Fast Gear Access Sideplate Forged, machined aluminum spool Line Capacity Rings Analog line counter High-strength marine grade bronze alloy main gear Stainless steel pinion gear 3+1 system with shielded stainless steel ball bearings HT-100 carbon fiber drag washers Rod features (select models): Graphite composite blank 1-pc. tubular glass blank with solid tip Rugged Dura-Guide guideset (all styles) Slick butt Comfortable EVA grips Rubber shrink tube handle Aluminum gimbal