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product_id: 384235218
title: "Cardinal X Allround Spinning Reel, Fishing Free Spool Freshwater Reel for Predator Lure Fishing - Trout, Perch, Pike, Salmon, Robust and lightweight, Black and Red Aluminium Multiple Sizes"
brand: "abu garcia"
price: "$75.14"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Abu Garcia"
url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/384235218-cardinal-x-allround-spinning-reel-fishing-free-spool-freshwater-reel
store_origin: US
region: United States of America
---

# Smooth 3+1 stainless steel bearings 5.2:1 gear ratio for fast retrieves Max drag up to 5.5kg for serious fights Cardinal X Allround Spinning Reel, Fishing Free Spool Freshwater Reel for Predator Lure Fishing - Trout, Perch, Pike, Salmon, Robust and lightweight, Black and Red Aluminium Multiple Sizes

**Brand:** abu garcia
**Price:** $75.14
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎣 Own the water with Abu Garcia Cardinal X — where power meets precision.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Cardinal X Allround Spinning Reel, Fishing Free Spool Freshwater Reel for Predator Lure Fishing - Trout, Perch, Pike, Salmon, Robust and lightweight, Black and Red Aluminium Multiple Sizes by abu garcia
- **How much does it cost?** $75.14 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/384235218-cardinal-x-allround-spinning-reel-fishing-free-spool-freshwater-reel)

## Best For

- abu garcia enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted abu garcia brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Versatile Size Range:** From trout to pike, sizes 1000 to 5000 cover all freshwater predator fishing needs with a sleek black & red design.
- • **Silky Smooth Retrieval:** 3+1 stainless steel ball bearings guarantee whisper-quiet, low-resistance rotation for all-day comfort.
- • **Featherlight Durability:** Graphite body and rotor deliver robust strength without weighing you down on the water.
- • **Battle-Tested Drag System:** Reliable felt washer front drag offers consistent stopping power up to 5.5kg—fight your trophy catch with confidence.
- • **Effortless Precision Casting:** Large braid-ready aluminum spool ensures accurate, long-distance casts every time.

## Overview

The Abu Garcia Cardinal X spinning reel combines lightweight graphite construction with a durable anodized aluminum spool and a smooth 3+1 stainless steel bearing system. Designed for freshwater predator fishing, it offers a high-performance felt washer drag system with up to 5.5kg max drag and a fast 5.2:1 gear ratio for efficient line retrieval. Available in multiple sizes, this reel is perfect for anglers seeking reliable, versatile performance with a sleek black and red finish.

## Description

The Abu Garcia Cardinal X front drag spin reel is an affordable, strong and smooth rotating fishing reel that is a great spinning reel for both beginners and the more advanced anglers among us. Designed for both freshwater fishing and sea fishing. It is a light reel that runs smooth is very durable. The reels are ideal for fishing with both braided line and mono fishing wire. The smaller sizes 1000 and 2000 are ideal for trout fishing, perch fishing and all kinds of light game fishing techniques. The medium sized reels are great for pike fishing, jigging for zander or casting crankbaits for perch. The larger sizes are extremely effective for the more powerful predators like bass, casting larger fishing lures like pike lures and deadbait fishing. The Cardinal X spinning reels can be used from the shore as well as from the boat. Founded in 1921, Abu Garcia fishing from Sweden is one of the world's oldest high quality fishing tackle manufacturers. The company introduced spinning reels under the Cardinal brand in 1965 and has built up a very good reputation among thousands of anglers since. For generations, anglers the world over have put their trust in Abu Garcia for tackle that stands their toughest tests. It's a trust that's been earned by building products right the first time, and making them even better time after time. Decades of Experience. Obsession For Detail.

Review: Great little reel, good value for money. - Great little reel which I bought to replace one that came as a package deal with a rod. Runs smoothly and is easy to spool up, it’s lightweight and solid. Smooth action on the retrieve and the size means it packs down into my tackle box.
Review: Great for the money - This was discounted to 20 for size 3000 exclusively used for bass fishing. It's noisy with my braid. I'm not sure if it's the line rub resonating because of the roller not working but it's noisy when reeling in . Nice and light and the action smooth but that's about It . ------- Update since last review to 5 stars. Long term over summer, it's a great reel. Simple yet strong and very light. I have the 3k and probably the best spinning reel I've owned. The initial noise problems was my braid on the rings. It got submerged so I had to strip and clean but it was dry inside . Easy so strip and maintain and simple construction therefore should last years. I've bought 2 so I can keep a spare spool and have a spare body for parts.

## Features

- Strong, lightweight Abu Garcia design - The body and rotor of the spin reel are made from a strong graphite material that is very durable. It features a double anodized aluminum spool and strong diecast foldable handle with a soft rubber handle knob.
- Very Smooth Rotation - 3+1 high quality stainless steel ball bearings make the reel turn with very low resistance. The classic black and red color combination, gives it a luxury and expensive appearance.
- High Performance Fighting Drag - features a quality felt washer front drag system, which gives the reel a reliable and very consistent fighting drag performance. This is vital when fighting the fish of a lifetime! It also comes with good stopping power / maximum drag (4kg / 8lb for the 1000-3000 size and 5.5kg / 12lb for the 4000 and 5000 size).
- Multi-purpose - These fishing reels are affordable workhorses designed for all kinds of techniques, species and applications. They come in sizes 1000 to 5000 with a 5.2:1 gear ratio.
- Accurate Distance Casting - The Cardinal reels feature a large diameter braid ready aluminum spool which makes it easy to cast. In combination with the gear ratio the have reels a relatively high line retrieve per handle turn of 72cm on the smallest size and a stunning 92cm on the 5000!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B09DGT8CQK |
| Bearing Material Type | Aluminium |
| Bearing Number | four |
| Best Sellers Rank | 3,876 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) 3 in Reels |
| Brand | Abu Garcia |
| Brand Name | Abu Garcia |
| Colour | Black / Red |
| Country Of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 996 Reviews |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years |
| Fishing Line Type | Braided, Monofilament |
| Fishing Reel Line Retrieve | 92 Centimetres |
| Fishing Reel Maximum Drag | 5.5 Kilograms |
| Fishing Technique | Spinning, Casting |
| Fishing technique | Spinning , Casting |
| Gearbox Ratio | 5.2 |
| Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Hand orientation | Ambidextrous |
| Handle Material | Aluminium |
| Included Components | Abu Garcia Cardinal X Spinning |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 10L x 10W x 10H millimetres |
| Item Type Name | Spinning Reels |
| Item Weight | 310 Grams |
| Item weight | 310 Grams |
| Line Capacity | 12/Unknown |
| Manufacturer | Pure Fishing |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 1548587 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | 2 year manufacturer |
| Material | Aluminium |
| Material Type | Aluminium |
| Model Name | Abu Garcia Cardinal® X Spinning Reel |
| Model Number | 1548587 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Anti-Slip, Lightweight |
| Size | 4000 |
| UPC | 036282081697 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Abu Garcia
- **Colour:** Black / Red
- **Fishing technique:** Spinning, Casting
- **Gearbox ratio:** 5.2
- **Hand orientation:** Ambidextrous
- **Handle material:** Aluminium
- **Item weight:** 310 Grams
- **Material:** Aluminium
- **Model name:** Abu Garcia Cardinal® X Spinning Reel
- **Special feature:** Anti-Slip, Lightweight

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great little reel, good value for money.
*by C***Y on 28 October 2025*

Great little reel which I bought to replace one that came as a package deal with a rod. Runs smoothly and is easy to spool up, it’s lightweight and solid. Smooth action on the retrieve and the size means it packs down into my tackle box.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for the money
*by A***N on 27 July 2024*

This was discounted to 20 for size 3000 exclusively used for bass fishing. It's noisy with my braid. I'm not sure if it's the line rub resonating because of the roller not working but it's noisy when reeling in . Nice and light and the action smooth but that's about It . ------- Update since last review to 5 stars. Long term over summer, it's a great reel. Simple yet strong and very light. I have the 3k and probably the best spinning reel I've owned. The initial noise problems was my braid on the rings. It got submerged so I had to strip and clean but it was dry inside . Easy so strip and maintain and simple construction therefore should last years. I've bought 2 so I can keep a spare spool and have a spare body for parts.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Decent for the price shame about the line lay.
*by K***. on 20 May 2025*

I bought the 3000 size, and overall for £27 it's a smooth reel that feels very nice. The drag adjusts nicely and has a good click, not too loud or too quiet. The anti-reverse stops without any slack in the handle and there's no loose play on the handle spindle so it feels well engineered. Pity about the line lay, it loads heavier to the back, so you can't get the line close to the top spool edge. It won't matter on 20 gram plus lures as they'll have plenty of weight to fly out there, but on light lures it could affect casting a little, but I can't see it being a major issue if you load it as far as it will go. The line lay is the reason for 4 stars but overall there's worse feeling reels out there for the price.

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*Last updated: 2026-07-13*