Lew’s® Launches the Speed Spool® with ParaMag® ITB Braking System

Lew's® has announced the early release of the Speed Spool® ITB 200 baitcast reel, now equipped with the advanced ParaMag® ITB braking system.
FTR Industry Brief
  • Lew's Speed Spool ITB 200 is a baitcast reel featuring the ParaMag ITB braking system, engineered to adapt to casting speed for smooth, controlled casts with reduced friction and noise, retailing at $219.
  • The reel features an aluminum frame, lightweight C45 carbon sideplates, an 11-bearing system, hard anodized aluminum alloy Speed Gears, and a P2 SuperPinion bearing-supported pinion gear.
  • Additional features include 20-pound max drag, Zero Reverse one-way clutch bearing, Speed Keeper hook holder, Speed Dial line indicator, and an external lube port with Speed Lube treatment.
  • The Speed Spool ITB 200 will be available starting July 2026 through authorized Lew's dealers, with a preview at Rather Outdoors Booth 5620 at ICAST 2026.
  • Lew's is part of the Rather Outdoors portfolio, which also includes Strike King, Quantum, Zebco, Fox, Matrix, Salmo, and Fox Rage.

Available starting July 2026, this launch reinforces the brand’s commitment to ensuring no matter what braking system anglers prefer, the Speed Spool family has an option tailored to their specific needs.

Designed to deliver a balance of power, smoothness, and convenience, the Speed Spool ITB 200 combines expert-level engineering with dependable performance to help anglers confidently take on any challenge on the water. At the center of the reel is the responsive ParaMag® ITB braking system, engineered to adapt to casting speed for smooth, controlled casts with reduced friction and noise.

“The Speed Spool, now paired with the ParaMag® ITB braking system, is going to be a hard combo to beat,” says Dakota Ebare. “An awesome reel for any situation at a great price point!”

The reel is built with a strong aluminum frame and lightweight C45 carbon sideplates and features an 11-bearing system, hard anodized aluminum alloy Speed Gears®, and a P2 SuperPinion® bearing-supported pinion gear for lasting smoothness and durability. Additional features include a 20-pound max drag, a Zero Reverse® one-way clutch bearing, Speed Keeper® hook holder, Speed Dial® line indicator, and an external lube port with Speed Lube® treatment for reliable performance on the water.

The redesigned Speed Spool ITB carries Lew’s tradition of high-performance reels at a competitive price point. Visit the Rather Outdoors booth #5620 or On the Water event at ICAST 2026 to see it in action, with availability coming soon through authorized Lew’s dealers.

MSRP: $219.00

About Rather Outdoors

Rather Outdoors is a global outdoors corporation uniting some of the most recognizable brands in the fishing space. With historic and iconic brands such as Lew’s, Strike King, Quantum, Zebco, Fox, Matrix, Salmo and Fox Rage, Rather Outdoors provides a wide assortment of fishing products worldwide in an effort to enhance angler’s success and the enjoyment of outdoor pursuits. To learn more about the Rather Outdoors brands, visit www.ratheroutdoors.com.


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