13 Fishing Concept A2 Baitcast Reel
We built the Concept A2 to give you tournament-level performance without the tournament price tag. This low-profile baitcaster features our ArrowSmooth bearing system with 7+1 stainless steel bearings that deliver glass-smooth retrieves cast after cast.
The Japanese Hamai cut brass gears provide the strength and precision you need when fighting trophy fish, while our 6-way Centrifugal Braking System gives you instant control over your cast distance and accuracy. Whether you’re flipping jigs into heavy cover or throwing topwater across open flats, the Concept A2 adapts to your technique with our CRS—Concept Rapid Swap—system that lets you switch spools in seconds.
Built for precision
ArrowSmooth Bearing System & Japanese Gears
At the heart of the 13 Fishing Concept A2 is our ArrowSmooth bearing system, featuring seven stainless steel ball bearings plus one instant anti-reverse bearing. This configuration eliminates friction points that slow down lesser reels, giving you effortless casts and silky-smooth retrieves even under heavy loads.
We paired these bearings with Japanese Hamai cut brass gears—the same precision manufacturing process trusted by tournament anglers worldwide. These gears maintain perfect mesh alignment even after thousands of casts, so your reel performs like new season after season. The result is a drivetrain that converts every handle turn into consistent power, whether you’re cranking a deep-diving crankbait or winching a bass out of submerged timber.
6-Way Centrifugal Braking & Cast Control
The Concept A2’s 6-way Centrifugal Braking System puts you in complete command of your casting performance. By adjusting the brake pins inside the side plate, you can fine-tune how aggressively the reel slows your spool during the cast.
This level of control means you can dial in settings for light finesse baits that require gentle braking, then quickly adjust for heavier presentations that need minimal resistance. The centrifugal design engages automatically as spool speed increases, preventing backlashes without sacrificing distance. We designed this system to be tool-free and intuitive, so you spend more time fishing and less time untangling line.
CRS Quick-Change Spool System
Our Concept Rapid Swap (CRS) system revolutionizes how you adapt to changing conditions on the water. With a simple side-plate removal, you can swap spools in under 30 seconds—no tools required.
Keep multiple spools loaded with different line types or weights, and switch instantly when the bite changes. Run braid for heavy cover applications, then swap to fluorocarbon when fishing clear water or finesse techniques. The precision-machined spool seat ensures each spool locks in with perfect alignment, maintaining the reel’s smooth performance regardless of how many times you swap. This versatility makes the Concept A2 feel like owning multiple specialized reels in one compact package.
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Concept A2 Baitcast Reel Questions
The Concept A2 holds 120 yards of 12 lb monofilament, 145 yards of 30 lb braid, or 110 yards of 14 lb fluorocarbon. The standard spool diameter accommodates most bass and inshore fishing applications. If you need additional capacity, extra spools are available separately through our CRS system.
Yes, the Concept A2 features corrosion-resistant stainless steel bearings and protective coatings on all metal components, making it capable of handling saltwater environments. We recommend rinsing the reel with fresh water after each saltwater outing and applying light oil to the bearings periodically to maximize longevity.
Remove the side plate by unscrewing the circular cap, and you’ll see six brake pins around the spool. Push pins outward to engage braking (more control, less distance) or inward to disengage (less control, more distance). Start with all six pins engaged if you’re new to baitcasters, then experiment by disengaging one or two pins at a time until you find your preferred setting.
The Concept A2 weighs 6.9 ounces, making it one of the lighter reels in its class. This reduced weight minimizes arm fatigue during extended fishing sessions while maintaining the structural integrity needed for fighting powerful fish.
Absolutely. Replacement and additional spools designed specifically for the 13 Fishing Concept A2 are available through our website and authorized dealers. Each spool is machined to exact tolerances to ensure perfect fit and performance with the CRS quick-change system.
The 6.6:1 ratio excels with crankbaits, spinnerbaits, swimbaits, jerkbaits, topwater lures, and Texas-rigged soft plastics. It provides enough speed for reaction baits while maintaining torque for power fishing. If you focus primarily on speed techniques like burning swimbaits or ripping lipless crankbaits, the higher gear ratios in our <a href=”/concept-z/”>Concept Z series</a> might better suit your style.
Yes, the Concept A2 is available in both right-hand and left-hand retrieve models. The handle is not reversible, so be sure to select your preferred retrieve direction when ordering.