Zebco Slingshot 5'6" Medium-Lite Spincast Combo (2-Piece)
Hit the water ready for action with the Zebco Slingshot Spincast Combo, an accessible, reliable setup designed to make fishing straightforward and fun for anglers of all skill levels. Pairing an iconic, easy-push spincast reel with a responsive two-piece fiberglass rod, this setup takes the frustration out of casting and helps prevent line tangles right from the start.
The 5-foot 6-inch rod blank delivers a versatile medium-light power with a moderate-fast action, providing the optimal blend of flex and backbone for sensing subtle bites and driving clean hooksets. Matched with an all-metal geared reel that arrives pre-spooled with 10 lb monofilament line, the Slingshot excels when targeting panfish, trout, crappie, walleye, and bass from the bank, dock, or kayak. Its lightweight split-grip EVA handle ensures comfortable hand placement for long days on the water, while the compact two-piece breakdown makes transport and trunk storage effortless.
Key Features
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Push-Button No-Tangle Design: Enclosed spincast mechanics eliminate line twist, backlash, and spool overrun, making it ideal for beginners and casual anglers alike.
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Pre-Spooled & Ready to Fish: Factory spooled with 10 lb test monofilament line so you can rig a lure and start fishing immediately.
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Durable Fiberglass Blank: Rugged Z-Glass rod construction absorbs aggressive strikes while offering reliable flexibility and long-lasting toughness.
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QuickSet™ Anti-Reverse: Delivers instant, positive hooksets by completely preventing the handle from slipping backward.
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Dial-Adjustable Drag: Precision dial provides smooth, on-the-fly tension adjustment when fighting hard-pulling fish.
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Comfortable Split-Grip Handle: Ergonomic EVA foam grip reduces overall fatigue and maintains solid control even with wet hands.
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Convenient 2-Piece Breakdown: Breaks down quickly into two equal sections for convenient travel, hiking, and compact car storage.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Model SKU | SLSC562MLC-05 |
| UPC | 032784629580 |
| Rod Length | 5'6" |
| Rod Construction | 2-Piece Durable Fiberglass |
| Power / Action | Medium-Light / Moderate-Fast |
| Line Rating | 6–10 lb |
| Lure Weight Rating | 1/16 – 3/4 oz |
| Reel Size | 30 (202 Spincast style) |
| Gear Ratio | 2.8:1 |
| Line Recovery Per Turn | 15 inches |
| Line Capacity | 110 yds / 10 lb Mono |
| Retrieve | Right-Hand |
| Guide Count | 4 + Tip (Shock-Ring Guides) |
Pro Tip
Pro Tip: To maintain peak casting distance and avoid internal line binding, always retrieve under light tension. If reeling in lightweight jigs or slack line after a cast, pinch the line lightly between your thumb and forefinger just ahead of the reel face for the first two or three turns of the handle. This seats the monofilament tightly onto the internal spool, ensuring seamless, long-distance casts every time you press the thumb button.
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