HQ Series Rock & Beach Spinning Reel | 13 Bearings, 5.5:1, Rust-Resistant
HQ Series Rock & Beach Spinning Reel — Built for the Harshest Saltwater Environments
When you're standing on exposed rock ledges or casting into heavy surf, your reel needs to be as tough as the conditions you're fishing in. The HQ Series Rock & Beach Spinning Reel is engineered exactly for that — a purpose-built surf and rock reel that combines serious line capacity, corrosion-resistant construction, and smooth power to handle whatever the ocean throws at it.
Available in 7000, 8000, 9000 and 10000 sizes, the HQ Series scales with your target species and casting demands. Whether you're lobbing big baits for mulloway from the beach, working lures along rock platforms for kingfish, or chasing bream and tailor in the wash, there's a size dialled in for the job.
At the heart of the reel is a fully rust-resistant steel body paired with a lightweight aluminium spool — a combination that delivers the rigidity and corrosion resistance needed for long-term saltwater use without unnecessary weight. The 13 bearings keep the retrieve smooth and effortless even under the load of big fish and heavy surf, while the 5.5:1 gear ratio gives you efficient line recovery to stay in control when fish run hard or currents push against you.
The instant anti-reverse system eliminates back-play entirely, so every hookset is solid and immediate — critical when you're fishing heavy gear in rough water. The large rubber EVA knob provides a non-slip, confident grip during the fight, even with wet or salt-covered hands.
Pair it with the Crony Weapons III 11ft beach rod for a perfectly balanced, high-performance rock and beach combo that's ready for anything.
Key Features
- 13 bearings — smooth, powerful retrieve under load
- Fully rust-resistant steel body — built for long-term saltwater use
- Lightweight aluminium spool — large line capacity for big casts
- 5.5:1 gear ratio — efficient line recovery in current and surf
- Instant anti-reverse — zero back-play, solid hooksets
- Large rubber EVA knob — non-slip grip in wet conditions
- Available in 7000, 8000, 9000 & 10000 sizes
Specifications
- Bearings: 13
- Gear Ratio: 5.5:1
- Spool: Aluminium
- Body: Rust-resistant steel
- Anti-Reverse: Instant
- Handle Knob: Large rubber EVA (non-slip)
- Weight: 520g
Size Guide
- 7000 — Beach casting, lighter surf work, tailor & bream — $175
- 8000 — All-round surf & rock, flathead, snapper — $195
- 9000 — Heavier surf, mulloway, kingfish from rocks — $215
- 10000 — Big bait, heavy surf, serious offshore rock fishing — $225
Target Applications
- Rock fishing — kingfish, snapper, groper
- Beach & surf casting — mulloway, tailor, bream
- Heavy lure work from exposed platforms
- Big bait fishing in strong current & surf
Brand: HQ Series | Type: Spinning / Surf | Ratio: 5.5:1 | Bearings: 13 | Sizes: 7000–10000 | Weight: 520g
Shipping Times
All orders will be processed and shipped within 1 business day.
Delivery Details
Your Package: All products are shipped in protective packaging that will ensure a safe delivery.
Over 1m Products: Items over 1m can't be delivered to a PO Box (only a residential address or business address). All other orders can be delivered to a residential address, business address or PO Box.
Please report any damaged parcels and retail packaging to us immediately upon receipt.
INTERNATIONAL
We do not ship Items over 1m in length internationally under our flat rates.
Please contact us for a quote on all rod orders.
NEW ZEALAND
Flat Rate - AUD $14.95
WORLDWIDE
Flat Rate - AUD $34.95
Returns
Our policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.
Full priced merchandise with original tags, unopened items in new and saleable condition returned within 30 days of the original shipment will receive a refund or exchange.
Discounted or discontinued merchandise with original tags, unopened items in new and saleable condition returned within 30 days of the original shipment will receive a credit only.
We’ll exchange your item for an identical item if available and we’ll pay for the ground shipping cost for any exchanged item, or we’ll refund you for the item.
We cannot accept COD returns.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
To complete your return, we require a receipt or proof of purchase.
Please do not send your purchase back to the manufacturer.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error.
Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Refunds (if applicable)
Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.
If you are approved, then your refund will be processed and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within a certain amount of days.
Late or missing refunds (if applicable)
If you haven’t received a refund yet, first check your bank account again.
Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted.
Next contact your bank. There is often some processing time before a refund is posted.
If you’ve done all of this and you still have not received your refund yet, please contact us at.twistandturntackle@gmail.com
Sale items (if applicable)
Only regular priced items may be refunded, unfortunately sale items cannot be refunded.
Exchanges (if applicable)
We only replace items if they are defective or damaged. If you need to exchange it for the same item, send us an email at twistandturntackle@gmail.com and send your item to: 132 Australia street Camperdown nsw 2050
Gifts
If the item was marked as a gift when purchased and shipped directly to you, you’ll receive a gift credit for the value of your return. Once the returned item is received, a gift certificate will be mailed to you.
If the item wasn’t marked as a gift when purchased, or the gift giver had the order shipped to themselves to give to you later, we will send a refund to the gift giver and he will find out about your return.
Shipping
To return your product, you should mail your product to: Twist and Turn Tackle 132 Australia Street Camperdown nsw 2050.You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.

