Description

Lew’s Custom Lite SS Casting Reel

The Lew’s Custom Lite SS Casting Reel is an ultra-lightweight, premium baitcasting reel engineered for anglers who demand maximum casting precision, refined performance, and exceptional comfort. Designed as one of the lightest reels in Lew’s lineup, the Custom Lite SS combines advanced materials, cutting-edge engineering, and tournament-proven technologies to deliver an incredibly smooth and responsive fishing experience. Whether you’re targeting trophy bass or mastering finesse techniques, this reel provides the sensitivity and control needed to fish with confidence.

Constructed around a one-piece aluminum frame with C45 carbon side plates, the Custom Lite SS offers an outstanding balance of lightweight performance and structural rigidity. The compact Super Low Profile (SLP) design fits naturally in the hand, reducing fatigue during long days on the water while improving comfort and casting control. Its lightweight construction also enhances rod balance, making it an excellent choice for precision presentations.

At the heart of the reel is Lew’s advanced P2 Super Pinion system, which supports the pinion gear with a precision ball bearing to maintain perfect alignment under load. This innovative technology reduces friction, improves cranking efficiency, and extends gear life, resulting in exceptionally smooth retrieves even after years of regular use. Precision-cut hard-anodized aluminum Speed Gears provide efficient power transfer and dependable durability.

The reel features Lew’s Super Short (SS) 95mm carbon fiber handle, designed to reduce rotational weight while providing quick, responsive control. Combined with premium Winn Dri-Tac handle knobs, the lightweight handle delivers outstanding grip, comfort, and cranking efficiency in both wet and dry conditions.

Casting performance is enhanced by Lew’s proven Multi-Setting Brake (MSB) system, which combines externally adjustable magnetic braking with internally adjustable centrifugal braking. This dual-brake technology allows anglers to fine-tune spool control for different lure weights, line sizes, and weather conditions, producing longer, more accurate casts while minimizing backlash. Whether pitching lightweight soft plastics or making long casts with reaction baits, the Custom Lite SS provides outstanding casting confidence.

A premium 11-bearing system (10 double-shielded stainless steel ball bearings plus 1 Zero Reverse one-way clutch bearing) ensures exceptionally smooth operation and instant anti-reverse engagement for powerful hooksets. The Carbon Fiber Drag System delivers up to 20 pounds of maximum drag, providing smooth, consistent stopping power when fighting aggressive bass around heavy cover, docks, vegetation, and timber.

Additional premium features include audible-click spool tension and star drag adjustments for precise tuning on the water, along with Lew’s integrated Speed Keeper hook keeper for convenient lure storage between casts. Every component is engineered to maximize performance while minimizing overall weight, making the reel ideal for anglers who spend long hours casting.

Available in multiple gear ratios, the Lew’s Custom Lite SS excels across nearly every freshwater fishing application. Lower gear ratios are ideal for crankbaits and spinnerbaits, while higher-speed models are perfect for jigs, Texas rigs, frogs, buzzbaits, flipping, pitching, and finesse presentations that require fast line pickup and exceptional sensitivity.

Combining tournament-grade technology, ultra-lightweight construction, and Lew’s legendary reliability, the Lew’s Custom Lite SS Casting Reel is an outstanding choice for anglers seeking one of the lightest, smoothest, and most responsive baitcasting reels available.

Key Features

• One-piece aluminum frame with lightweight C45 carbon side plates
• Compact Super Low Profile (SLP) ergonomic design
• Ultra-lightweight construction for reduced fatigue
• P2 Super Pinion bearing-supported pinion gear
• Precision-cut hard-anodized aluminum Speed Gears
• Premium 11-bearing system (10 stainless steel ball bearings + 1 Zero Reverse clutch bearing)
• Multi-Setting Brake (MSB) dual braking system
• Carbon Fiber Drag System with up to 20 lb maximum drag
• Super Short (SS) 95mm carbon fiber handle
• Premium Winn Dri-Tac handle knobs
• Audible-click spool tension knob and star drag
• Integrated Speed Keeper hook keeper
• Available in multiple gear ratios

Best Applications

• Tournament bass fishing
• Finesse baitcasting techniques
• Jig fishing
• Texas rig fishing
• Spinnerbait and chatterbait fishing
• Crankbait fishing
• Frogging
• Flipping and pitching
• Dock skipping
• General premium freshwater baitcasting applications