Lightweight Elite: The Van Staal VR50 Bailed Spinning Reel (Silver)

In the world of saltwater angling, the name Van Staal has traditionally been associated with heavy, oversized surf reels built for the most extreme conditions on earth. However, the Van Staal VR50 Bailed Spinning Reel (Silver) changes the narrative. It packs the legendary, "bulletproof" features of the VR Series into a compact, ultra-lightweight frame that is perfect for the back bays, flats, and light surf.

Whether you are targeting snook in the mangroves, redfish on the Texas coast, or schoolie stripers in the Northeast, the VR50 is the definitive choice for the angler who refuses to compromise on durability.

Big Performance, Small Footprint

The VR50 is the latest evolution of Van Staal’s engineering prowess. While it weighs in at an incredibly light 8.9 ounces, it retains the fully sealed, submersible DNA that makes Van Staal a legend. This is a reel designed to be dunked in the salt and dragged through the sand without skipping a beat.

Cutting-Edge Engineering:

• Fully Machined 6061-T6 Aluminum: The VR50 is meticulously forged and machined from high-grade aluminum. It features skeletonized cut-outs in the body, rotor, and spool to shed every possible gram of weight while maintaining rock-solid structural integrity.

• Hardened Stainless Steel Internals: Despite its size, the VR50 houses a hardened stainless steel spiral-bevel gear system and a robust stainless steel main shaft. These heavy-duty components eliminate flex under load, providing smooth, authoritative power during a fight.

• Waterproof Drag System: Don't be fooled by its small stature; the VR50 delivers a staggering 25 lbs of maximum drag. The drag is completely sealed and utilizes a MicroClick™ adjustment knob for precision tuning, ensuring smooth pressure when a trophy fish makes a blistering run.

Speed Meets Durability

One of the most impressive features of the VR50 is its retrieve speed. With a 6.3:1 gear ratio, this reel recovers a massive 37 inches of line per turn. This high-speed retrieve is a game-changer for:

1. Working Topwaters: Effortlessly pick up slack and keep your lure moving with a natural cadence.

2. Burning Jigs: Quickly retrieve lures through the strike zone or reset for your next cast.

3. Staying Tight: When a fast-moving fish like a jack crevalle or bonefish turns and runs toward the boat, the 6.3:1 ratio helps you maintain a solid hookset.

Van Staal VR50 Technical Specifications

Why the VR50 is the Ultimate Inshore Tool

The VR50 comes from the factory with a traditional bail, but like the larger reels in the VR family, it includes a bail-less conversion kit. This allows you to customize the reel to your specific fishing style.

It is the ideal reel for the "wet wading" enthusiast or the kayak fisherman who knows their gear is going to get wet. The VR50 is built to be a glutton for punishment, offering the highest level of saltwater protection in the lightest package available.

Demand more from your light-tackle gear with the Van Staal VR50.