Zebco 808 Spincast Rod and Reel Combo, 7-Foot Medium-Heavy

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Product guide

Zebco 808 Spincast Rod and Reel Combo, 7-Foot Medium-Heavy

Medium-Heavy: The Zebco 808 spincast combo pairs a 7-foot, two-piece rod with a size 80 push-button reel. It comes pre-spooled with 20-pound line and includes a mechanical bite alert, making it a straightforward choice for anglers who prefer spincast operation and heavier tackle.

At a glance

Push-button spincast reel with a claimed no-tangle design.
Bite alert uses a clicker to signal line movement. Listing also describes adjustable sensitivity and audio and visual indicators.
Dial-adjustable drag and QuickSet anti-reverse are intended to help manage fish and prevent backward handle movement.
Reel retrieve can be changed between right and left hand, according to the listing.
The 7-foot rod is two-piece and has an extended EVA handle.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$54.99~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Rod and reel are supplied together, with 20-pound line already on the reel.
Push-button operation offers a simple alternative to open-face reel handling.
Changeable retrieve accommodates left- or right-hand anglers.
Bite alert and adjustable drag add useful controls for monitoring line movement and managing tension.

Cons

The 17.1-ounce reel and medium-heavy rod point to a heavier setup rather than a light, finesse-oriented combo.
The reel's stated 19 inches per turn and 2.6:1 ratio favor a slower retrieve than many buyers may want for quick line recovery.

Technical specifications

25 specifications

Identity
Brand	Zebco
Model	808 702MH SC COMBO 20#

Rod
Length	7 feet
Power	Medium Heavy
Action	Fast
Line weight	14-30
Lure weight	1/2-2
Guides	5 + Tip
Material listed	Blend
Handle	Extended EVA handle

Reel and line
Reel size	80
Gear ratio	2.6:1
Inches per turn	19
Mono capacity	85/10
Reel weight	17.1
Pre-spooled line	20 lb Zebco Line
Line type	Monofilament
Line weight listed	20 Pounds
Retrieve	Changeable right- or left-hand retrieve

Build and features
Reel gears	All-metal gears
Pickup pin	Ceramic Pick-Up Pin
Bite alert	Built-In Bite Alert
Drag	Dial-Adjustable Magnum Drag
Anti-reverse	QuickSet Anti-Reverse
Rod guides	Shock-ring Double-Footed Guides

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Listing specifications are inconsistent: the details table gives a line capacity of "20/NO" and a 2.6 ratio, while manufacturer details state mono capacity of 85/10 and gear ratio of 2.6:1. The listing also identifies the rod material as "Blend" while describing it as fiberglass or Z-Glass. Confirm the configuration and line-capacity notation for the selected listing.

What’s in the box

Included

Rod
Reel

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Anglers seeking a push-button spincast combo for catfish, bass or trout.
Buyers who want a medium-heavy, two-piece rod and a reel pre-spooled with 20-pound line.
Anglers who prefer a reel that can be set up for right- or left-hand retrieve.

Less suited to

Anglers looking for a lightweight finesse rod or a fast-retrieving reel.
Buyers who need unambiguous line-capacity specifications before choosing a setup.

Zebco 808 Spincast Rod and Reel Combo, 7-Foot Medium-Heavy · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 561 ratings

5 stars78%78%
4 stars11%11%
3 stars4%4%
2 stars2%2%
1 star5%5%

Customer feedback describes the combo as easy to use and reports successful catches, including relatively large fish. Some feedback notes good durability, while other customers report rods breaking after first use. That durability concern matters for buyers considering heavier fishing. The listed medium-heavy rod and size 80 reel suit a heavier setup, but customer reports do not establish how any individual unit will hold up.

Positive themes

Customers describe the combo as easy to use and report catching relatively large fish.
Some customers say it holds up well.

Negative themes

Some customers report that the rod broke after first use.

Mixed feedback

Durability feedback is mixed, with reports of both satisfactory use and early rod breakage.

Frequently asked questions

What comes with the Zebco 808 combo?

The manufacturer’s included-components list specifies a reel and rod. The listing also says the reel is pre-spooled with 20-pound Zebco line.

Can the reel be used left- or right-handed?

The manufacturer describes the retrieve as changeable between right and left hand.

What does the bite alert do?

The listing describes a clicker that sounds when line is taken out. It also says the alert can be switched on or off and its sensitivity adjusted.

What rod and reel specifications should I check?

The rod is listed as 7 feet, two-piece, medium-heavy, with fast action. Line capacity is inconsistent across listing details, so confirm that figure if it matters for your setup.