--- product_id: 465967396 title: "Abu Garcia Cardinal® X Spinning Reel Spinning Reels" brand: "abu garcia" price: "VT17352" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/465967396-abu-garcia-cardinal-x-spinning-reel-spinning-reels store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # Max drag up to 5.5kg for powerful fish fights 3+1 stainless steel ball bearings for ultra-smooth rotation Graphite body & rotor for lightweight durability Abu Garcia Cardinal® X Spinning Reel Spinning Reels **Brand:** abu garcia **Price:** VT17352 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎣 Own the water with Abu Garcia Cardinal X — where smooth meets strong. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Abu Garcia Cardinal® X Spinning Reel Spinning Reels by abu garcia - **How much does it cost?** VT17352 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/465967396-abu-garcia-cardinal-x-spinning-reel-spinning-reels) ## 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 - • **Precision Casting:** Large diameter braid-ready aluminum spool combined with high line retrieve (up to 92cm/turn) ensures accurate, long-distance casts every time. - • **Effortless Smoothness:** Experience buttery rotation with premium 3+1 stainless steel bearings, reducing resistance for longer, more precise casts. - • **Powerful Drag Control:** Front felt washer drag system delivers consistent stopping power up to 5.5kg, giving you the confidence to land your trophy catch. - • **Versatile Performance:** From delicate trout to aggressive bass, sizes 1000-5000 and a 5.2:1 gear ratio adapt seamlessly to all fishing styles and species. - • **Lightweight Durability:** Crafted from strong graphite, this reel offers a featherlight feel without compromising on ruggedness—built to last through every adventure. ## Overview The Abu Garcia Cardinal X Spinning Reel is a lightweight, durable fishing reel featuring a graphite body, 3+1 stainless steel ball bearings for smooth rotation, and a reliable front drag system with up to 5.5kg max drag. Designed for versatility across freshwater and saltwater fishing, it supports braided and mono lines, offers precise casting with a large aluminum spool, and comes in multiple sizes to suit all angler needs. Trusted since 1965, this reel blends heritage craftsmanship with modern performance. ## 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: 😊😊😊 - Nice one Review: Very nice - Good product, very well made. ## 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! - Included components: Abu Garcia Cardinal X Spinning - Department name: Unisex ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B09DGQ91WN | | Batteries | 1 9V batteries required. | | Batteries Included? | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #31,457 in Sporting Goods ( See Top 100 in Sporting Goods ) #29 in Spinning Fishing Reels | | Brand | Abu Garcia | | Color | Black / Red | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (896) | | Date First Available | 23 November 2021 | | Department | Unisex | | Features | Anti-Slip | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Height | 9 centimeters | | Included Components | Abu Garcia Cardinal X Spinning | | Item model number | 1548585 | | Manufacturer | Pure Fishing | | Material Type | Aluminum | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 14 x 14 x 9 cm; 260 g | | Size | 2000 | | Width | 14 centimeters | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Abu Garcia - **Colour:** Black / Red - **Fishing technique:** Spinning, Casting - **Hand orientation:** Ambidextrous - **Material:** Aluminum ## Images ![Abu Garcia Cardinal® X Spinning Reel Spinning Reels - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81uFYqSQFqL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 😊😊😊 *by J***C on 25 October 2025* Nice one ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very nice *by L***S on 25 October 2023* Good product, very well made. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by E***. on 27 December 2025* bon produit ## Frequently Bought Together - Abu Garcia 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 - Hercules Braided Fishing Line 4 Strands 100m-2000m 6lb-100lb Super Strong PE Fishing Wire Multifilament Fishing Lines for Saltwater & Freshwater Fishing - Abu Garcia Devil Spinning Rod - Classic Lightweight Carbon Spin Fishing Rod With Cork Handle - Freshwater and Saltwater, Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/465967396-abu-garcia-cardinal-x-spinning-reel-spinning-reels](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/465967396-abu-garcia-cardinal-x-spinning-reel-spinning-reels) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-07*