OVERVIEW
The Daiwa BG is one of the most trusted saltwater spinning reels ever built, known for its durability, smooth operation, and unbeatable value. Featuring a rugged aluminum body, oversized Digigear drivetrain, and a reliable ATD drag system, the BG series performs in tough conditions from back bays to offshore wrecks. Available from ultralight 1500 sizes up to the powerful 8000, there's a BG ready for everything from fluke and stripers to mahi and tuna.

KEY BENEFITS
• Aluminum HardBodyz frame for maximum durability
• Oversized Digigear delivers power and long-lasting smoothness
• ATD drag system applies smooth, consistent pressure
• Strong mono & braid capacities across all sizes
• Corrosion-resistant components ideal for saltwater use
• Models from 1500–8000 cover inshore, nearshore, and offshore fishing

SPECS (BY MODEL)

BG1500

• Gear Ratio: 5.6:1
• Retrieve per Turn: 28.3"
• Bearings: 6BB + 1
• Max Drag: 4.4 lbs
• Weight: 8.5 oz
• Mono Capacity: 4/155, 6/100, 8/80
• J-Braid Capacity: 8/220, 10/130

BG2000

• Gear Ratio: 5.6:1
• Retrieve per Turn: 29.5"
• Bearings: 6BB + 1
• Max Drag: 4.4 lbs
• Weight: 8.5 oz
• Mono Capacity: 6/135, 8/110, 10/90
• J-Braid Capacity: 10/160, 15/130

BG2500

• Gear Ratio: 5.6:1
• Retrieve per Turn: 33.2"
• Bearings: 6BB + 1
• Max Drag: 13.2 lbs
• Weight: 9.3 oz
• Mono Capacity: 6/210, 8/170, 10/140
• J-Braid Capacity: 20/170, 30/120

BG3000

• Gear Ratio: 5.6:1
• Retrieve per Turn: 37.4"
• Bearings: 6BB + 1
• Max Drag: 15.4 lbs
• Weight: 10.8 oz
• Mono Capacity: 8/240, 10/200, 12/170
• J-Braid Capacity: 20/240, 30/190

BG3500

• Gear Ratio: 5.7:1
• Retrieve per Turn: 38.5"
• Bearings: 6BB + 1
• Max Drag: 17.6 lbs
• Weight: 14.1 oz
• Mono Capacity: 10/240, 12/210, 14/170
• J-Braid Capacity: 20/310, 30/230

BG4000

• Gear Ratio: 5.7:1
• Retrieve per Turn: 39.9"
• Bearings: 6BB + 1
• Max Drag: 17.6 lbs
• Weight: 14.3 oz
• Mono Capacity: 10/300, 12/260, 14/210
• J-Braid Capacity: 30/280, 40/200

BG4500

• Gear Ratio: 5.7:1
• Retrieve per Turn: 43.1"
• Bearings: 6BB + 1
• Max Drag: 22 lbs
• Weight: 22 oz
• Mono Capacity: 14/350, 17/280, 20/210
• J-Braid Capacity: 40/340, 50/270

BG5000

• Gear Ratio: 5.7:1
• Retrieve per Turn: 47.4"
• Bearings: 6BB + 1
• Max Drag: 22 lbs
• Weight: 22.6 oz
• Mono Capacity: 14/470, 17/380, 20/280
• J-Braid Capacity: 50/360, 65/310

BG6500

• Gear Ratio: 5.3:1
• Retrieve per Turn: 48.7"
• Bearings: 6BB + 1
• Max Drag: 33 lbs
• Weight: 29.5 oz
• Mono Capacity: 20/370, 25/310, 30/260
• J-Braid Capacity: 65/440, 80/330

BG8000

• Gear Ratio: 5.3:1
• Retrieve per Turn: 53.3"
• Bearings: 6BB + 1
• Max Drag: 33 lbs
• Weight: 30 oz
• Mono Capacity: 20/550, 25/440, 30/370
• J-Braid Capacity: 65/590, 80/440

Shared Features

• Aluminum HardBodyz frame
• Oversized Digigear drivetrain
• ATD drag system
• Dynamic Cut aluminum spool
• Waterproof drag

BEST FOR
• Inshore fishing for stripers, redfish, snook, blues
• Fluke, sea bass, tog, and jetty fishing
• Surfcasting (3500–6500 sizes)
• Nearshore tuna, mahi, and mackerel (5000–8000 sizes)
• Freshwater catfish and big game species

SHIPPING & RETURNS
Ships from NJ within 1 business day
Free shipping on orders $75+
30-day easy returns
U.S. based support