Crafted with a robust aluminum body, the Cardinal 500ALB delivers the performance of much higher-priced reels and has more features than reels at the same price. Some of these includes machined aluminum handle, advanced oscillation, an Accu-balanced rotor, an anodized and ported aluminum spool, an oversized line roller, and a smooth multi-disc drag system. The Cardinal 500 Series also has smooth, strong and dependable high-performance gearing for optimized performance.

• A rugged aluminum body to keep recision gear and bearings in alignment under the heaviest loads.
• An Enhanced Drive system for smooth and reliable performance.
• A newly designed rotor with no internal fasteners to snag line.
• A two-tone aluminum spool with a polymeric spare spool included.
• High Performance gearing - smooth and strong gearing for longer life.
• Accu-balanced rotor - eliminates wobble for smooth retrieve and imporved sensitivity
• Advanced oscillation - even line lay for consistent long casting.
• Anodized and ported aluminum spool - longer life and lighter weight
• Instant Anti-Reverse - for immediate hooksets.
• Oversized line roller - for reduced line twist
• A smooth multi-disc drag system - for precise adjustment and consistent performance.
• A totally new design - for optimized performance and sleek appearance.
• 10-bearing drive - for long-lasting, precision performance.
• Machined aluminum handle - strong, non-flex reliability.
• Everlast bail spring system - never fail bail system funtion.