Bates The Goat 150 Baitcaster

The most popular reel in the Bates Fishing Co lineup, the Bates Fishing Co The Goat 150 Casting Reels begin as a solid block of 6061-T6 bar stock aluminum and are cut using a 9-axis CNC machine that brings them to life with the highest level of precision. Featuring custom-machined gears that deliver effortless long-distance casting, The Goat 150 Casting Reel uses no plastic frames, no poured pieces, no kitschy marketing ploys, or ambiguous technological advancements. In other words, there’s no bull, just Bates!

Equipped with the finest combination of internal components to provide smooth casts and reliability, this compact 150-size reel is packed with 10+1 stainless-steel bearings and allows for on-the-fly adjustments with an external magnetic braking system. Backed by a stainless-steel and titanium drag assembly that dishes out up 20lbs of fish-stopping power, each reel is fitted with a 120mm titanium crank arm, laser-engraved cork grips, and a cork thumb bar for a comfortable and secure grip. Including a custom neoprene reel case for added protection, the Bates Fishing Co The Goat 150 Casting Reels are anodized with a clear anti-corrosive finish that provides exceptional durability and allows you to see everything the GOAT has to offer.

- CNC Precision Cut 6061-T6 Barstock Aluminum One-Piece Body
- 10+1 Anti-Corrosion Stainless Steel Sealed Ball Bearings
- Adjustable Magnetic Brake
- Clear Anodized Anti-Corrosion Finish
- 120mm Titanium Crank Arm
- Laser Engraved Cork Crips and Thumb Bar
- Custom Neoprene Reel Case
*Reels manufactured prior to 2024 may feature a capped reel handle nut.