BILLINGS HA 1000–6000 Series Spinning Reel (NZ Edition)

Quick Summary

Versatile spinning reel for Kiwi waters with a smooth 5.2:1 gear ratio and up to 10 kg max drag. Ambidextrous, interchangeable handle, and a tough aluminium alloy + nylon (PA) build. Sizes 1000–6000 cover trout streams to inshore snapper — a tidy Christmas gift for any angler.

Why Kiwis Like It

• Do-it-all range: Pick 1000–2000 for trout/river work, 3000–4000 for harbours, 5000–6000 for light surf and boat sessions
  
• Smooth retrieve: 5.2:1 ratio balances power and speed for soft-baits, bait rigs, and spinners
  
• Stopping power: Up to 10 kg drag helps turn strong runs
  
• Left/right friendly: Ambidextrous with quick interchangeable handle
  
• Durable build: Aluminium alloy body components with PA (nylon) rotor/frame for strength-to-weight
  

Best For (NZ Scenarios)

• Freshwater: Trout and perch with 1000–2000 sizes on 4–8 lb line
  
• Inshore salt: Snapper, kahawai, trevally with 3000–4000 on 10–15 lb braid
  
• Light surf/boat: 5000–6000 sizes paired to 15–20 lb line
  

Key Features

• Fishing reel type: Rotating (spinning)
  
• Gear ratio: 5.2:1
  
• Max drag: 10 kg (model dependent)
  
• Hand orientation: Ambidextrous
  
• Handle: Interchangeable, tool-free swap
  
• Materials: Aluminium alloy + PA (polyamide/nylon)
  
• Use: Freshwater & saltwater (rinse after salt)
  
• Colour: Mixed colour accents
  
• Pack: 1 reel
  

Setup Tips

• Match the reel size to rod length and line class (e.g., 7' 3–6 kg rod with 3000 size)
  
• Fill spool to 1–2 mm below lip for casting distance without wind knots
  
• Rinse gently with fresh water after salt use; back off drag when storing
  

What’s in the Box

• BILLINGS HA Series spinning reel (size as ordered)
  
• Interchangeable handle (pre-fitted)
  
• Quick start/user guide
  

Gift-Ready (Christmas)

Arrives with clean mixed-colour styling and easy setup — add a spool of braid and it’s fish-ready for holiday missions.