The Surfcasting Standard: Van Staal VR200 Bailed Spinning Reel (Silver)

When the migration is on and the big fish are holding behind the third breaker, you don't just need a reel—you need a piece of artillery. The Van Staal VR200 Bailed Spinning Reel (Silver) is the larger, more powerful sibling in the VR family, designed specifically for surf and offshore anglers who are done compromising on gear.

The VR Reels are the latest evolution of Van Staal spinning reels. Fully sealed, with a lightweight 6061 aluminum construction and a powerful waterproof drag system, the VR200 is built to be dunked, buried in sand, and pushed to the absolute limit.

Heavy-Duty Protection: Fully Sealed & Submersible

The hallmark of any Van Staal is its ability to survive conditions that would destroy a standard reel. The VR200 is completely waterproof and submersible. This is not just "water resistance"—this is a fully sealed system that allows you to wade deep, swim to outer rocks, or endure heavy spray on a center console without salt or silt ever reaching the internal gears.

Technical Performance Upgrades:

• HAGANE-Grade Durability: Forged and machined from high-strength 6061-T6 aluminum, the VR200 body and rotor are skeletonized to reduce weight without sacrificing the rigidity needed to battle trophy-class fish.

• Upgraded Internals: This new generation features a thicker stainless steel spool shaft and a hardened stainless steel spiral-bevel gear system. These components are designed to handle the intense torque of a 40lb-class striped bass or a hard-charging pelagic.

• Massive Stopping Power: The VR200 boasts a powerful 40 lbs of maximum drag. The waterproof drag system is controlled by a MicroClick™ adjustment knob, ensuring smooth, consistent pressure that won't fade during a long, blistering run.

The Choice of Champions: Bailed or Bail-less?

Van Staal understands that every angler has a different philosophy when it comes to the surf. The VR200 comes from the factory with a traditional bail for familiar operation, but it includes a bail-less conversion kit in every box.

Whether you prefer the ease of a bailed retrieve for boat use or the fail-proof security of a manual pick-up for power-casting in the surf, the VR200 adapts to you.

Technical Specifications: VR200 Silver

Why Upgrade to the VR200?

While the VR150 is a master of lighter surf applications, the VR200 is the trophy hunter's choice. It offers:

1. Increased Capacity: With the ability to hold 500 yards of 40lb braid, you have the security to let a big fish run in heavy current.

2. Faster Recovery: Retrieving 40 inches of line per turn, the VR200 allows you to stay tight on fast-moving fish or quickly pull your lure through a target zone.

3. Extended Comfort: The VR200 features a longer reel foot compared to previous generations, providing better clearance for anglers wearing heavy gloves or those with larger hands.

The Van Staal VR200 isn't just a purchase; it's a lifetime investment in a tool that is built to fish as hard as you do.