Penn Authority 8500HS / Battalion Solid Offshore 802XH PE 8 Combo
Built for blistering runs and brutal fights offshore.
This heavy-duty combo pairs the high-speed muscle of the Penn Authority 8500HS with the brute strength of the Penn Battalion Solid Offshore 802XH — creating a setup that’s tailor-made for high-speed pursuits of GTs, dogtooth tuna, Spanish mackerel, kingfish, and other big pelagics.
Reel – Penn Authority 8500HS
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High-Speed (HS) gear ratio for blistering line pickup – perfect for aggressive surface retrieves.
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IPX8-rated sealed body & spool – fully waterproof and ready to handle salt, spray, and swell.
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Massive CNC Gear™ System paired with Dura-Drag™ provides up to 50lb of max drag.
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Full metal body & rotor ensures unwavering strength under pressure.
Rod – Battalion Solid Offshore 802XH PE 8
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A weapon for working big stickbaits, poppers, or vertical jigs.
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8'0" 2-piece design with solid spiral carbon construction – offers unmatched lifting power and flex durability.
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Outfitted with Fuji K guides, heavy-duty EVA grips, and a rubber gimbal for serious offshore control.
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Built to dominate reefs, bluewater ledges, and bait balls.
Ideal For:
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High-speed surface work for GTs, mackerel, and tuna.
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Heavy jigging over reef systems for coral trout, red bass, and dogtooth.
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Boat or land-based game fishing where power, control, and speed are essential.
Combo can be spooled to spec—just ask!
Available now at McCredden’s Outdoors – Online & In-Store.
