Reel Review: Kast King Sharky III Spinning Reel

[@2000chance]

Have had this reel in the 4000 for two years. It’s my workhorse and I am happy with it. I fish in a kayak inshore in South Texas and it has landed me some great fish. Brought in a good size black drum a while back and it was flawless. Great drag system. Only problem is that I can’t figure out how to justify spending more for “fancier” reels.

[@chrismcvey908]

I own several of these reels including the baitfeeder version. I’m not gonna lie I beat the snot out of them and I’ve had no issues. They are approaching the end of their 2nd year and still function like new.

[@Gio-nl7eg]

Do you mainly fish freshwater or saltwater

[@chrismcvey908]

@@Gio-nl7eg I fish Freshwater. It has been a couple years now and still functions flawlessly. I have fished it in saltwater before too

[@eugenegress5896]

Chris... I bought 3 of the 6000 size Sharkey 3, bait feeders, and put them on 3 Wisker Seeker Brand 7'6" Cat fish rods, which are excellent Rods, not just for Catfishing, nor are the Reels. Yeah they are excellent Value Reels.

[@legendalex8391]

@@eugenegress5896 does this reel work for carp and catfish ?

[@maaifoediedelarey4335]

What a timely review ! I ordered the 5000 model just 2 days ago, just going on the specs vs price, specifically for beach fishing, also inedibles, due to the high drag force. Good to hear the experts like it.

[@tokarlitztv2863]

I agree with you...I have a kastking sharky III 4000 from Amazon also and I'm impressed by it's smoothness...I do my fishing at pier and it's very smooth to drag fish up...I'm satisfied with it...

[@BIGjeffSanDiego]

First review I've seen mention the speed, that this reel is on the slower side. Still happy I bought this reel, it still sounds like it's a good one. Thanks! Just subscribed!

[@KastKing]

Let us know if you want to test the Speed Demon spinning reel. SUPER fast retrieve.

[@ahmadalghali90]

Omg I love your products KastKing 😍😍😍

[@clintward8569]

I would be happy too. Just let me know how. I am an avid walleye fisherman here in Wisconsin were I could put it to the test for coldwater and cold temps.

[@cristianroman7306]

Would love to see Salt Strong do an unbiased independent review of KastKing's Speed Demon Spinning Reel!

[@check4anoop]

Is the handle interchangeable????Left right???

[@jesusjr.4611]

Yes please!!!!🎣🎣🎣🎣

[@GainingDespair]

When they are new (before you put any line on them), it doesn't hurt to spray them down with a wax/ceramic coating. I generally prefer the spray bottles, but it helps prevent physical contact with salt water, at least long enough to rinse it off by the time you get home. Not perfect, and it's not do it once and forget it, but if you replace your line every other season (depending on how much you fish), you can really prolong rust.

[@meh2846]

I have the 4000 on their 8’6 medium heavy 2 piece rod. Very smooth I love it.

[@cwatson42785]

How has it held up buddy? No noise?

[@bigk3381]

Thanks for the review Tony. 1 question please... You said you do not like the Foam grip, what you didn't say was if the grip could be replaced... Can the grip be replaced? Thanks. Tight Lines and Full Limits to Ya.!

[@paulhuval6579]

Enjoyed your review there. I only use penn reels myself but that is just a personal preference.

[@DOAFISHINGCHARTERS]

i’ve switched my whole inshore stand of reels to the 2000’s and 3000’s. i guided 220 trips last year, most of the reels on their 2nd year. they live in the salt air and get wet daily. still haven’t had a main gear go in any of them. some drag washers, thumb rest has fallen off a few, and paint bubbles and chips off. but they all are still smooth. most of my my bg’s and penns are prettier. most of those feel like pepper grinders. thanks for making this video.

[@nickrabauliman9164]

A Daiwa and Penn user, found this review helpful, considering to purchase this model of reel but a bigger size for larger saltwater inshore game, thanks for this!

[@kirkalexander3431]

Thanks for reviewing these reels. I have two. 10 +1 shielded bearings and very smooth with no play. Also has a more solid bail wire than most. For about $55 you can’t beat it.

[@gabrielduarte3904]

you can beat it. daiwa legalis lt.

[@jlewis8829]

@@gabrielduarte3904 diawa's entire LT series is unbelievable... including the crossfire Lt

[@stuartfill6601]

I’ve had a 4000 Sharky 3 spinning reel and a Royal legend baitcaster for over a year now and I think they’re unbeatable for the price. I have no complaints with any kastking products that I own. Great video by the way. I like to hear a unbiased opinion for a change.

[@CutandShoot5x5]

4 years later, I very much appreciate your vid brother! New Sub and new to angling!

[@Saltstrong]

Awesome!

[@1BigOldBear]

I have BOTH a 4000 and a 6000 Kast King bait runner AND
BOTH a 4000 and 6000 "D" Shimano bait runner.!!!
I totally love them all. Spent MUCH on the Shimano.!!!
But feel they are ALL compatiby the same. 🐻 👌

[@adrianbutanda651]

I just bought a sharky 3 and it has a clicking noise on one specific position of the handle I belive I heard it on yours too at 5:30. Does that affect anything?

[@deepiper6529]

I have 2 Kastking Sharky II spinning reels and i am on my 2nd year with both of them. A 1500 and a 2000. The 1500 is my multi-species rod. The 2000 is my finesse bass reel that I wouldnt hesitate to take inshore fishing as well. Glad to hear the Sharky III got a good impartial, non sponsored review.

[@fishing-fanatic3427]

Have one of these reels used it in saltwater have had no issues at all still smooth as day I bought it. also if u need more speed try the kast
king speed demon 7.2:1 ratio

[@saiyamang5397]

I'm using a kastking sharky 3 4000 with an ugly Stik big-water spinning rod 7'.... And banjo minnow artificial soft bait, I will be pier fishing.... what kind of line do you suggest I get?

[@damianwysokinski3285]

I have a Sharky3 5000.
Pros: strong, lightweight, smooth, price,
Cons: low spool capacity, ticking sound when rotating a handle (annoying),

[@Jonas-hg7jp]

Is it salt water or fresh water?

[@damianwysokinski3285]

@@Jonas-hg7jp I’ve used only for fresh water but I saw afew youtubers using it for saltwater

[@alexgilbert2725]

I know this is old but yours still click? Both of mine click on the retrieve and it's annoying

[@damianwysokinski3285]

@@alexgilbert2725 yes, still click, but it is not anoying

[@curttimmbch]

I love my Kast King Sharky reels. They've held up better than the lower grade Shimano and Penn reeels so far.

[@davidsanders81]

I agree. Better than my battle 1 and 2 and both series of pursuit. Been through 3 Penns and kastking sharky 2 is still going strong. 🤷

[@DGAF2000]

Mine failed with less than a month of use, main gear stripped out, was not smooth at all line lay was terrible on the spool. Contacted KK within first week of owning and they gave me the run around I just wanted to do an exchange. Decided to use it till it failed..which was not long. I decided to just eat the loss and never deal with them again.

[@hacksnclownsjoke8160]

kast king are a bunch of Syracuse U drop outs that work for Eposideon . What they make is basically the Reel equivalent of disposable razors.

[@DedosKitchen]

Is it only left hand or i can swap between right and left ??

[@user-tn8nq4wm2m]

I have 2 sharky III reels in model 3000. I must say.. for the price you can't get better. I have been using them in salt water and till now 5 ⭐. Talking about the drag.. massive drag.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@eddiel1538]

Thanks mate, very simple and useful video, that's what most people like, I think. I have been thinking to get 4000 for some time and watching your video convinced me to get one.
Thanks again.

[@Saltstrong]

Glad it helped!

[@eugenegress5896]

I really like them , for the value. They are not as smooth as Okuma or Shimanos, which are buttery smooth, but that doesnt matter. They are strong, good quality, great value. Mine are The bait runner versions. I will say the rear drag on them, does not dial down as Light as a Okuma Or Shimano bait runners. Finally, just get one...

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the comment!

[@petecardona8203]

Solid take…Thank you so much. I just ordered it and will give it a go soon!!!

[@jimquantic]

I don't know how many people reading this realize how enormous that drag force is--the old Penn 500 (Jigmaster) caught everything including sailfish and it's drag? About 10 pounds or less, today's spinning reels (like this one is incredible. AND they make one with a bait feeder, hard to do without it once you use one that has it.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for checking it out!

[@renceycaparas4047]

1 year later, the reviews still booming

[@stuartfill6601]

Hi Aidan, I use 20lb braid and 20lb fluorocarbon leader because I often fish in snaggy areas. Hope this answers your question Aidan.

[@leonardodamian961]

Hi. I want to know that reel is superior in quality and resistance to salt water. Kodiac or sharky III? why was Kodiac discontinued? I can buy one or the other. Which is better? Which one do you recommend me buy? Thank you

[@WoodenBoatGuy]

Just ordered a 4000 bait runner. Really looking forward to trying it out.

[@jimmieepperson6131]

Which reel would be better fishing from the bank for catfish? A 3000 or 4000 Kast King Reel

[@Ttow49]

I would thi k 5000 or 6000 for catfish

[@calebrabion]

What's a decent rod to pair with this? I'm getting the 3000. I pretty much only fish from piers, and shoreline. I target reds, specks and flounder mostly. That's pretty much all we get in Mississippi lol. I'll be using 10lb braid with 20lb mono leader.

[@datkomc]

I just received this reel in the 2000 size. I tried spooling 10# braid but it only winds onto the back ⅔ of the spool. Can't figure it out

[@Saltstrong]

You can check out the full blog and post a comment there, that way our team can respond back directly with their input and recommendations: bit.ly/2HHoTP9
Or you may want to take it to your local tackle shop.

[@richardmedeiros1596]

I had the kastking sharky baitfeeder ii and hated it. Poor line lay, and the spool spins crooked when pulling drag. My 20$ quantum optix was/is way better and still going strong.

[@jaijay8502]

Great reel but I have the 4000 on a 7ft rod and when bringing in heavier fish you can tell the difference from the sturdy more expensive reels when dealing with heavier fish feels like it’s gonna just bend or breakoff from the handle

[@BWWGL9]

What's a good ALL AROUND/General Purpose ROD for that 3000 Reel? I fish mainly for Stripered Bass, using Plastic Bait & Lures ?

[@ellandjhannilustre4639]

Can I ask how many meters of 15lbs (0.14mm) braid line do I need for this KastKing Sharky 3 3000? Thank you.

[@Hakeswill85]

How do you think this would hold up Tog fishing here on the east coast? Thanks for the Review.

[@bensebaugh6017]

I'd like to see a comparison between this and a Runcl Titan 1.

[@jasonbrinson20091983]

Please review the kastking zephyr and the piscifun alloy x

[@TheArby13]

Shrink tube may preserve the rubber on the handle knob.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the tip!

[@bigrockwell3672]

I was looking for a decent yet cheap reel for 4lb mono for my ultra light set up would the 1000 series be good for that?

[@jeffreybabino8161]

Nice reel can't find it in the stores yet thanks 😊

[@MrTLbear]

Just got mine spooled.. when I spooling mine, one thing I find is the handle .. if cranking the handle too hard, the reel will wabble. Nothing to do with the rod, I tried with two different rods. It's the handle which only thread on. It seems quite flimsy. It doesn't help when fighting big fish, I guess. 12kg drag but with flimsy body/handle.. Does anyone has the same experience?

[@minayito9921]

Gonna be trying this bad boy on the indian river

[@SOLITARYMAN474]

Tony, good review, but I am looking for a new reel for surf fishing & don't have have a lot to spend for I am on a fixed income. You were speaking of the reel speeds, I have been fishing for many years & never had a spinning reel that had 7.1 speed, maybe because I could not invest an enormous amt. of money in order to get such a fast spinning reel. I have been searching for about a month & have not found Any 5000 size reels (which I want for surf fishing,) that are fast at all What would you recommend for under $100. for a reel of my needs?

[@jettercool]

Awesome video and review! Can you do a side by side comparison with a similar price Picifun reel?

[@jimmymiller4166]

Instant like for the fishing content NICE 🤙🤙🤙

[@aarondavis8224]

I only use spinning reels for my drop shot rig in fresh water, if this holds up in saltwater for you I think this is going to be my next purchase.

[@Soxfan8549]

What are the specs on the rod you are using in the video? Also you said 10lb braid, is it 10lb diameter?

[@markchambers2812]

Do they make a ultralight for panfish???

[@sfoutdoors8917]

Awesome review thank you. Great video quality

[@youngun1978]

Thank you for making this video, great job.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for watching!

[@wallabing]

I'm looking for a beautiful red spinning reel that will last forever

[@megamio11]

What is the kastking model for long cast surf reels like the spinfisher vi 5500 lc

[@Chainoftools]

What do you think about the megatron vs snarky

[@banditva8040]

Which size for bass fishing

[@TCampbell1990]

Is that the all star classic inshore rod you are using? If so that’s a good rod for the money! Good review man!

[@tonyacevedo3149]

Yep! Pretty impressed with these rods as well. Thanks for the great feedback!

[@alleynefletcher6253]

I really need wanna of dat reel

[@marcoortega8458]

People always complaining for the price you cannot beat it first of all I have one and I have 42 years and use it on a commercial boat stop complaining cuz they are Brad's more expensive and they're use it for 6 months and then give a rating of the fishing wheel you think it one of my two months it's going to be sufficient I give it a year that you could give you're ready

[@Saltstrong]

Thank you for the feedback!

[@qwertyas382]

Sling bag seems very nice, i hope i can win one.

[@jeffreybabino8161]

Academy of sports has them I think I need one😊

[@KastKing]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@jerrykrobby]

Thanks for the review!

[@vishal-kumar31]

Can we catch a 40 lb gt with it ?

[@74pomares50]

I have the 4000 bait caster , honestly for the $ it is definitely worth it

[@user-gp4xl4so1g]

this model can change the nove?/

[@nasiasteel9105]

What the line capacity on the 4000 please

[@TheLSR]

Can i use this reel for jigging?

[@jcote1974]

Good job. Solid review.

[@danishfaizabadfishing6699]

what is real drag capacity 4000 spinning

[@gabrielduarte3904]

=) review some of the new daiwa lts next please

[@johngrimes7510]

Have been using Kastking reels for years fresh/ salt/ spinning/ bait casters. That have the Spartacus maximus reel for salt, inshore baitcaster outstanding. Now they are coming to life, I’m shore now the price will jump big time. Have no fear!!!!

[@marcoramirez120]

the megatron is beast

[@scottfreedman7640]

Tony - When you buy a reel for saltwater, do you buy it expecting it to last 2 years, 10 years, forever?

[@aaronwallace732]

Just bought the 4000 version. How far out do they cast?

[@Saltstrong]

Depends on a few factors. The rod you are using is most important and has more of an impact on casting distance than the reel does

[@stephaneropars2759]

C'est vraiment un très bon moulinet ! bonjour de la France !

[@andyvasquez7890]

Thank you very informal

[@tonyalleyne3967]

Bought one of these and within couple of months the stem which holds the reel onto the rod broke completely off

[@bigglyguy8429]

You're not supposed to use it like a winch...

[@alexgilbert2725]

Does any ones click on retrieve??

[@Saltstrong]

What kind of click? The drag? It should not click too loud

[@redklockranch1956]

Love the channel... Dislike the KastKing Baitrunner and thier service department. Sent me a 6000 instead of a 5000 but left a extra spool that's a 5000 (doesn't fit the 6000 reel... I was suppose to get). Also, the reel isn't smooth... The KastKing store on Amazon isn't worth beans. Lost 50$ on this one... never again. Back to Penn and Shimano for me... Maybe I got a bad one but the company doesn't care.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for the feedback, we are sorry you have not had a great experience with them.

[@golforfishing]

I've had the Sharky3 2500 for a couple of years now, it still works fine but it's just so plasticky and bends at the neck. You get what you pay for, that's for sure.

[@johngrimes7510]

Just went and counted my Kastking reels 13. Again have no fear.

[@tedthilly1934]

To bad the ratio is low would be nice

[@charylstephens6875]

really good CZcamsr The Wooden Boat Guy has an Amazon link and gets a small commission. I am not affiliated with him just like his channel. If you are going to buy anyway it would be nice to help him out.

[@Saltstrong]

Thanks for sharing

[@batistepretoriano7188]

Carrete barato con características muy exageradas, por el precio cumple pero no intenten comparación con carretes top

[@riotanael4020]

Guday sir salt strong im watching every day Ur Vids f you have brocken rod/reel pls gave me sir...i hve not inup monny to by thank you

[@budaknakal7408]

I HOPE I CANT BUY KASTKING SHARKY 3😭😭😭😭😭

[@jimbo4612]

Penn has over 1400 IGFA World records for a reason and makes reels for every level from beginner to expert. A pro would be considered a expert and why would a Expert be fishing beginner level Penn Reels? that really makes no sense.

[@kain157]

I dont trust 18kg drag...test please

[@supershaggyx3]

I got my 5000 kastking on Amazon for $38

[@Saltstrong]

Check out the full post here: bit.ly/2HHoTP9

[@hacksnclownsjoke8160]

Krap king makes reels that break its just a matter of when. Basically the reel equivalent of disposable razors for anglers who are "Average Joes". That Krap Kings own words if you read their story about a bunch of J -off Syracuse Drop outs that decided to try and take down companies that build real reels. Penn, Daiwa, Shimano ETC. The materials are 1/2 a grade above pot metal with stamped gears and cheap flimsy parts like the reel handles. For $50.00 you can get a basic Penn, Daiwa, Shimano model; that won't fail or cost you the fish of a lifetime.
Life Is to Short to screw around with Krap "Say no to these clowns"