Eagle Claw In Line Ice Reel review and price compare 2025

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Product overview

Brand	Eagle Claw
Material	Nylon
Hand Orientation	Left Hand
Color	Multicolor
Handle Material	Aluminum
Item Weight	0.35 Pounds
Bearing Material	Aluminum

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Nylon body and spool
Smooth Teflon drag
Spool tension adjustment
Free spool release button
Star drag and line clicker
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Smooth Teflon drag

product description

Eagle Claw In Line Ice Reel Nylon Body/Spool, 4+1 Ball bearings, 2:6:1, 4/45, 2/110, 1/270. Aluminium handle.

product details

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 5.5 x 3 inches; 5.6 Ounces
Item model number ‏ : ‎ ECILIR
Department ‏ : ‎ Unisex-adult
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 26, 2013
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ EAGLE CLAW FISHING TACKLE CO.
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00CJJ99TS
Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ China

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Questions about Eagle Claw In Line Ice Reel

Can I get the alluminum spool separate

Answer: I haven't seen just the spool separate. If that's important to you I'd go with the red version which is a bit more expensive but comes with that spool.

Answer: call phone# 720-941-8700 and ask for a spare spool i've ordered one they were very willing to help

Answer: Not that I've seen...

can it be used for left hand retrive?

Answer: It is a left hand retrieve, meaning you wind with the left hand. If needed you can switch it to right handed. Tight Lines. Darrin

Answer: They are made for left hand retrieve. If you want to flip it to a right hand retrieve you have to do a little mechanical work.

Answer: An internet search to "change eagle claw reel retrieve" will show you how. Mine was set up for a left hand retrieve right out of the box.

Answer: Yes,the handle is on the left. Very nice reel.

Answer: Yes I switched mine around...go to YouTube

Answer: yes

What is the line capacity of this reel? Thank you!

Answer: It's listed as 190 yards of 4 lbs test line. I put heavier line on and there was more than enough for fishing large pike.

Answer: I use about 50 yards of Fire Line Crystal Ice 4# test and it doesn't come close to filling the spool.

Does it have anti reverse?

Answer: Yes. Adjustable drag and on-off drag clicker.

Answer: Yes. Press button in middle of crank handle to disengage and then turn handle forward to engage

Answer: Yes... Just a flip of one of the buttons

Answer: Yes, it is always on and cannot be turned off.

Answer: No

How many bearings?

Answer: Enough

is this the magnum version of the reel? the picture looks like it but doesn't specify. the magnum has a much greater rate of retrieve.

Does this reel have a bait clicker feature?

Answer: It has an option for line clicker and does click upon reeling. I assume it would work for a bait clicker when line is taken out if the drag is set light enough, but not positive. Reel is not in my possession at the moment, it is at my lake cottage, so I can't double check that feature. It is a real nice smooth reel for the $$.

Answer: No

Answer: Yes it does

After using yhos i constantly get back lashing, is there some way to prevent this?

Answer: You can tighten the drag to prevent the back lash.

Answer: You should be able to tighten the drag on the reel. it makes it harder to let line out, though. I personally leave the reel lose and keep my hand lightly on the spool. It takes time to get used to it

Answer: i hope your not trying to cast this reel. its made for icefishing. when you release the spool it goes into freefall, for getting your bait down to fish.

Answer: Never had that problem. I presume you are not attempting to cast or flip, but just a straight down drop. The drop is free spool, then take a turn to engage the spool, it's always good to keep some tension on the line. Hope this helps..

Answer: A just the speed of descent and use your thumb on the spool

Answer: Tighten the spool tension

what is the gear ratio ?

Can you switch right to left retrieves

Answer: yes go to (blog/switching-inline-reel-left-right-hand-retrieve) can be either left or right hand retrieve nice reel

Answer: It comes left handed that's what I like so I didn't mess with it but there's a tackle shop in town said they changed some over so it can be done I just don't know how difficult it is. Hope this helps.

Answer: Yes you can. Tight Lines. Darrin

Answer: I have not had the need to do it, but yes it can be done. There is a video on youtube on how to do it.

Answer: Yes. I believe there is a video on utube describing the procedure.

Can you cast it

Answer: This reel is not really meant to be casted. It is made to feed line straight down for ice fishing.

Answer: No, it's for ice fishing. Get a baitcaster reel if you want to cast.

Answer: haven't used the reels yet but I don't thing the reel made for casting

Could you use this as a fly fishing reel?

Answer: Might be able to as it is free spooling.

Answer: I don't know why not but I wouldn't because the handle is a little big and might get in the way

How to get refund

Is this a push button release or manually pull line out?

Answer: It is a push button release but the easiest way to fish it is to hit the release button then pull out the line with one hand while a finger from the other hand keeps tension on the real. Very easy to do. I found the light lures I use ice fishing meant having the tension on the reel so loose that overruns would occur if you push the button and just let the lure free fall. Set the tension loose and manage the with your fingers.

Answer: Push button release

Answer: It does have a Free spool button. I think that is what you mean. You press a button and the line is released, and your Jig will drop.

Answer: Push button,then line spool free wheels so lure can fall down the ice hole.

Answer: Push button

Answer: Free spooling

What is the length of the mounting foot on the reel?

Answer: I don’t know about the land but all my 1000 spinning reels I’ve had on this and it fits them

Answer: its standard, just buy it, it is a very good quality reel, after all it says "eagle claw"

good for pike

Answer: not big ones, great for panfish etc.

is this reel right or left hand?

Answer: Out of the package it is left hand retrieve but it can be converted to right hand as well. Tight Lines. Darrin

Answer: left handed -to reel in line you have to use your left hand i see no way to make it a right handed reel

Answer: reel with left hand out of the box...

Answer: This reel is a standard Left Hand Retrieve but several people have put instructions on the internet to flip it to a Right Hand Retrieve. Its just like 5 small steps.

Does the line clicker always click or can it be turned off?

Answer: The clicker can be turned off. It only works when the drag is exceeded and the line is being pulled from the reel. It does not work during free-spool.

Answer: There is a sliding button which you can turn the clicker on or off.

Answer: Yes, the clicker can be turned off with the switch on the right side of the reel. Easy, peasy.

Answer: There’s a silver switch on the side of the rail that turns the clicker off handoff

what color is it?

Answer: Grey or carbon color

Answer: The picture is the one

can you pistol grip this reel

Answer: its meant to be used underneath the rod instead of on top like a regular pistol grip

Where is the reel manufactured?

Answer: I checked the reel and cannot find where it is manufactured. Check Sportsman's Guide cause that is where mine came from. I've used them for two years and they are well made.

Product reviews of Eagle Claw In Line Ice Reel

Donald Grasser : Eagle Claw Inline Ice Reel is Left Handed

The picture of this product makes it look right handed and the description doesn't say otherwise. Since it is Left handed and not reversible, it won't work for me. I see others have the same issue with it. I expect better from Eagle Claw!

John Snyder : ive bought 4 off these and i really like the level wined real

ive bought 4 off these and i really like the level wined real. its all i use for icefishing now.

Particles : Broke after two weeks on the ice.

So I've been using it for two weeks. It was great until it broke today. The crank just decided to let all my line spool out under the ice in the river. I feel like I wasted my money.

Craig : Buy these and toss your spinning reels away

I've been looking at this type of reel for ice fishing for 2 years and finally pulled the trigger. Wish I would have got them sooner. They are so much better than my open face spinning reels.
I'm going to order 2 more for my wife.

Mitch : Affordable reel with good drag system, for a fair price!

This item came quickly and was just as promised. Great, affordable reel with a good drag system. Excited to use it with my small (under 1/16th ounce ice fishing jigs) and not have to worry about the jig spinning (like with my other reels).

tommy g : Great little reel

nice little reel that gets the job done. Please note that the reel foot will not fit all ice rod reel seats. Frabill run small.

topwatertrl : Love this reel for vertical dabbling crappie out brush. of bru

Put this on my 13' long crappie dabbling rods to reach out and do vertical presentation into brush and trees. Fantastic reels for this purpose. Much better than spinning reels as you can push spool release button and when friction adjust setting is set by you to match weight of jig can let lure drop slowly to desired depth and then reengage spool to put lure right in front of target fish. Set drag tight and just lift your catch right up out of the brush with your long rod. A must have for this type presentation. Will work on fly rods for same presentation when crappie fishing.

TIMOTHY MCCARTHY : Fantastic reel

I liked this reel so much I bought 2 more

JerLee : Good reel for the money

I like the free spool and drag. No line twist..

JB : Button that releases spool fell off

First trip out button that releases spool fell off and down the hole in ice. reel now useless. looks like it was threaded on but couldn't have been tightened.

Amazon Customer : Great ice reel for the money

This Eagle Claw ice reel is a great addition to the fishing gear. I have several that I use myself, and now I buy them as gifts for friends. With the push of a button, the line goes out effortlessly, and when you reach the desired depth, just give the crank a small turn to engage the spool. What I like best about this reel is when I’m fishing with a novice fisherman, and a fish is taking line, often an inexperienced person will continue reeling, even though line is going out. When that happens with an open faced reel, the line just gets twisted, causing a bad tangle, which turns the beginners day into a nightmare. This reel never does that, because it’s a simple winch spool. They can crank all day and never tangle. The only negative thing I can say about this reel is that you need to hold a finger on the spool when it is in freewheeling mode. If not, it can result in a backlash. I hope this helps.

Shmuggs : Disappointed

Bought 2 of these reels. Neither one works.

Amazon Customer : its working

replaced old reel

Andy Koschmann : Reel should be a work in progress

I bought two of these reels, one for me and one for my 19 year old son. I have personally caught in excess of 40 pan fish on my reel. It is a reel with a lot of potential but not perfect. I like the fact that it has a drag, but I fish with 2lb test. The drag is not nearly smooth enough to be of any benefit to 2lb test. If you adjust your star drag so the 2lb test does not break, the star drag will quickly become so lose that the spool will spin free, making a hookset impossible and tangled line probable. The drag is not smooth at all, grabbing at certain points as the spool back spins. If you hold the rod pencil style, it can be difficult to keep your palm off the back spinning spool when dealing with larger fish. I have large hands, so take that into consideration. If there was a shield around the spool where your palm rests, it would be much better. Another thing that would help is if the stem was about an inch longer, even half and inch would help with palm clearance. I have also had difficulty with my line wrapping itself around the knob at the center of the spool. Still have not figured out why this happens. I would love to see a few changes made to this reel. I caught most of the fish in one outing and am convinced the high catch rate was due to reduced line twist, as I greatly out fished the person sitting right next to me using a spinning reel. Obviously other factors measure in, but I still think an in-line reel is a better option. Hope this helps!

Kent Robertson : first time in line user

This reel properly set up will not birds nest and eliminates memory in the line. I wont go back to traditional rells.

Shmuggs : Disappointed

Bought 2 of these reels. Neither one works.

Al : Works Great

Very nice reel! I bought 2 and am very happy with both.

JerLee : Good reel for the money

I like the free spool and drag. No line twist..

Doug H. : Good ice reel

I have two of these and while the retrieve could be a little faster, all in all very nice reel.

DBB : Great Product

Great Product, but I was hoping to be able to switch the handle for a right handed person, but this is not possible. But overall, great product and very nice quality.

Jeremy : Highly recommend over ice spinning reels

Put this on one of my ice fishing rods. It’s super nice. The free fall is really smooth. With 1/8 ounce jig it falls right to the bottom without having to assist. Much easier to use than the original spinning reel and I don’t get line twist.

Tami Jo : Great price

Wanted a reel that would get bait back in the water fast. This is perfect and the price was great.

Mitch : Affordable reel with good drag system, for a fair price!

DBB : Great Product

Great Product, but I was hoping to be able to switch the handle for a right handed person, but this is not possible. But overall, great product and very nice quality.

JerLee : Good reel for the money

I like the free spool and drag. No line twist..

lime : Very smooth and controlable action. Line spools out smoothly ...

Very smooth and controlable action. Line spools out smoothly and consistently without regard to the weather conditions. Bought a second one shortly after I tried the first.

dannie yaple : Well worth it

Great reel stands up like a tip up when running for tip ups. Light weight great feel. My buddy has a 60 dollar reel. And can't tell the difference. He paid for more colors if you asked me.

JB : Button that releases spool fell off

First trip out button that releases spool fell off and down the hole in ice. reel now useless. looks like it was threaded on but couldn't have been tightened.

Bradley Douglas Arner : Poor design waste of money

The drag on this reel is tough to set and will loosen off when you wind the reel. The line gets caught inside the spool and you have to take the spool off to get your line out. ABSOLUTE WASTE OF MONEY.

Niceguy : Works well

Smooth drag for even 4 lb. line. Functions well. Will likely resist rust as it's mostly composite material. Will likely buy more.

Amazon Customer : Five Stars

Great little real works flawlessly

Seymorebutts : Non freespool

Do these reels lock in place without free spooling?

Craig : Buy these and toss your spinning reels away

Amazon Customer : Excellent reel at a great price!

I was talked into buying one of these by my brother in law. What a great reel!! I absolutely loved it. Switching it from left hand to right hand is very easy. I let my son try it on our last trip and I never got it back the rest of the day! I have since ordered another one so we don’t have to fight over it. I’ve tried many inline reels and this one is great and very affordable! Don’t hesitate to try one. You won’t be disappointed.

kristopher : You're buying this because you don't want to spend $80 on a reel.

For that fact its easily a 5 star purchase. This is a great reel. The unit itself is a little heavy but again, for the price it's more than acceptable. I've fished all kinds of jigs with this reel and it drops everything smoothly. I've only had one tangle from an over-spool and it was because I was rushing it. I've got it paired with a 13 Fishing Tickle Stick UL and it slays. Don't hesitate to buy this if you're looking for functionality at a bargain price. Worth every penny in my book!

tommy g : Great little reel

nice little reel that gets the job done. Please note that the reel foot will not fit all ice rod reel seats. Frabill run small.

mtnmann44 : Baitcasters dream.

If you understand baitcaster. You'll love this type of reel. Keeps the memory out of the line. Comes off smooth. I have 2 now. And Im thinking about another in the near future.

Fernand Croteau : Four Stars

Très satisfait de ce moulinet à glace

***♥️*** : Broke quick

It broke the first time my son used it.

Fernand Croteau : Four Stars

Très satisfait de ce moulinet à glace

Seymorebutts : Non freespool

Do these reels lock in place without free spooling?

Amazon Customer : works pretty good, but not like my friends 13 fishing ...

my first in line, works pretty good, but not like my friends 13 fishing reel, I have to help feed the line off for my small jigs to go down

Lisa Petersson : Takes some getting used to

I have used spinners for so long that this takes some getting used to. I'm not a big fan of having to tighten, loosen, tighten the drag every time I lower a jig. I do like the big handle, especially when it's cold enough to need gloves. Good product for the money spent. Thanks

kristopher : You're buying this because you don't want to spend $80 on a reel.

james s. : Good reel for shallow water

Nice reel for the money

fishingInMN : This is Great!

I like in-line reels, because the bobber stop does not catch on anything (like the bail on a spinning reel).
I would like a model that can handle bigger fish, like walleyes.
This one is great for panfish, but it only lists a line weight of upto 4 lbs.

Eric R : Meh at best

Meh at best. For any avid adult ice angler that ises a pistol grip style, the crank handle is way too tight to the reel body and is uncomfortable. This reel could certainly use a longer reel stem which would make it far more comfortable. I had to file the inner spool face to stop it from rubbing against the body. I guess not too bad for the price but it’s certainly not the quality of something like a 13 fishing ice reel

Trevor Bourque : Loose screws..

Good real

Niceguy : Works well

Smooth drag for even 4 lb. line. Functions well. Will likely resist rust as it's mostly composite material. Will likely buy more.

Derek : Hook Line and Sinker

I purchased this reel for my father in law who is an avid fisherman (no less than 100 casts a day). He was really interested in trying the new inline feature. It was great for fishing as long as you do not have to cast. It has a very smooth and glitch free reeling action that allows for good control of tension while bringing in the fish. I would recommend this to anyone who is either just starting to get into ice fishing or a seasoned veteran that loves to spend a lot of time on the ice. The only reason I did not give this 5 stars is that I do not give anything 5 stars unless it really goes above and beyond my expectations. it is just a very well put together fishing reel.

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