Daiwa Windcast Z 5500 Carp Reel:

Windcast Z Windcast Z’s advanced Quick Drag (QD) system lets anglers adapt instantly to changing fishing conditions, changing from free-spooling to maximum drag with only a half turn of the drag knob.

Designed for European-style carp fishing, the reel’s eight CRBB anti-corrosion ball bearings and Long Cast spool make it an excellent choice for surf as well.

The Z is a dream to use. It features no less than eight smooth running CRBBs and the same wishbone handle of the more expensive Basiair reel.