Shimano Fishing Reels

January 5th, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Shimano Reels

Shimano Fishing Reels

Today’s Technology with Legendary Performance and Durability.

Reels let you control your fishing line, how it’s paid out and how it’s retrieved. In addition, reels have a “drag” system that is used to pressure the fish during the fight. Finally, reels provide mechanical advantage to let you reel in that whopper.

The high performance Curado reel is ultra smooth, makes effortless casts, and is available in a 7.0:1 high speed, 5.0:1 power versions.
New 200 size is smaller than the previous Curado 100D but holds the same amount of line as the previous 200DHSV. Compact and lightweight with the heart and power of a large reel.

Smooth and durable, with high line capacity (up to 500 yards) , and drag, the Stella SW remains a favorite among high-stakes saltwater anglers. Now with the Propulsion, Paladin, and Aerowrap features, this S-Concept reel employs high-end Shimano technology to make sure that once you’re hooked up, you’ll land your catch.

Incorporating all of the latest technology such as the Propulsion Line Management System to S A-RB bearings, the new compact profile lineup of Baitrunners can handle nearly any live-bait application from the new small 4000 size for freshwater and inshore species to the large 12000 size for bluewater.

Winner of American Sportfishing Associations, ICAST 2007 New Product Showcase Award for Best in Category Reels and Best of Show. High Speed, High Power, extremely castable, with interchangeable drag cams for any blue water fishing scenario you’ll encounter.

A classic star-drag saltwater reel, the Trinidad has been a favorite since its introduction. With Dartanium Drag, A-RB Bearings (Anti-rust bearings), solid construction and HEG (High Efficiency Gearing), the Trinidad always performs at the top of its class.

A Dream For The Lightweight Finesse Fisherman

Utilizing the new CI4 material for construction, Stradic CI4 is the ultimate in lightweight reels designed for the ultra-finesse angler using lightweight fluorocarbon, braided or monofilament lines. From drop shotting to shakey heads and small texas rigs, this reel has you covered.

The world’s first digital low profile baitcaster, the Shimano Calais 4×8 DC.
Shimano has proven itself time and time again when it comes to sophisticated engineering. In terms of technology they showed just how far advanced they were with the introduction of the Calcutta TE DC. Since then we’ve all known it was just a matter of time before the technology made its way into a low profile baitcaster.

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Shimano Electronic Boat Reels

July 1st, 2010 by admin | 1 Comment | Filed in Shimano Electronic Boat Reels, Shimano Reels

Dendoumaru HP

The Dendoumaru HP has been introduced for anglers whose specialty is deepwater bottom bashing. This electric reel is ideal for fishing really deep waters whereby it is too tiring and time consuming for anglers to repeatedly crank up their rigs for bait checking or fighting deep large stuborn fish. Features of this reel include a power 3.1 gear ratio for ease of cranking, 564,5Ncm( 57.6kgcm) of torque via the electric motor, 15kg f drag force and a maximum lifting speed of 160m/minute. The reel also features 15 Speed Raku-Raku mode with a technical lever and is washable. Generally, an easy to maintain reel.

Dendoumaru XT

The Dendoumaru XT are electric reels that are suited for anglers who enjoy the luxury of bottom fishing targeting mid size fishes without the need for a heavy reel. The use of a lightweight reel enables the angler the agility and versatility to move around the boat easily, and the angler can fish comfortably all day without getting tired. Hi speed retrieve with lifting speeds of up to 195m/min ensures that you will be the fastest in changing baits and resetting, resulting in you having more fishing time. The Dendoumaru XT is virtually maintenance free and is the ideal choice for the serious bottom fishermen.

Dendoumaru Beastmaster HP

Based on the ever popular Dendoumaru 4000HP model, this new model has higher specs & features to satisfy the discerning deep sea angler. New Dendoumaru Beastmaster reel have improve winding force of 54kg (525N) & a faster retrieve speed of 180metres per minute. Maximum drag force was beef up to 20kg for better fish fights.
Infact, this reel is the most powerful in the Shimano Electric reels category.With this improved features drive gear was redesigned to be thicker & bigger in order to withstand this additional force. A more powerful high endurance motor was employed & an all Aluminum diecast frame was used so that heat could be dissipated effectively.

The fast winding button was replaced with 3 buttons for easy speed adjustment during fish fightsFinally, handle assembly was also improved with the use of Tiagra style Septon handle knob for the final battle with the beast. With all these improvements, the Dendoumaru Beastmaster 400 is a reel to be reckoned with.

SLS Kobune XH & SLS Kobune

The SLS Kobune XH and SLS Kobune both have a water resistant 15X25mm LCD digital panel for easy reference of water depth. This reel is ideal for boat fishing as it allows you to know exactly where to position your bait when you hit a school of congregating fish. The depth counter has an accuracy of up to 10cm for depths below 100m, and an accuracy of 1m in depths over 100m. The Kobune also uses Super Ship gear system that ensures incredible cranking power and smoothness. Both reels come standard with 3/1 A-RB for saltwater use, with the Kobune XH having a power handle to increase cranking power even further.

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Tuna Fishing Techniques – How to Catch More Tuna

June 28th, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Fishing Techniques

If you have ever spent time fishing for tuna, you know how much fun it can be. These magnificent fish are truly wonders to behold. Unfortunately, attracting and catching these beautiful game fish can sometimes be a challenge. Before you spend hundreds of dollars trolling around the ocean, consider these tuna fishing techniques that will have you catching more tuna and having more fun.

1. Control Your Speed – When fishing for tuna, troll at speeds of 5 to 8 miles per hour. Most professionals like to use a typical ‘W Pattern’ while trolling. This pattern consists of 2 long lines held out on each outrigger, 2 shorter lines held out flat and one deep line straight down the middle. Additionally, it is helpful to display a flashy presentation of multiple lures. The more they splash, sparkle and shine the better. What you want is to trick the tuna into thinking that it has stumbled across a panicked school of bait fish.

2. Pay Attention to Nature – Anytime that you see diving birds, pay special attention. Diving birds typically means that there are schools of bait fish nearby. Where there are bait fish, tuna tend to also be some place close. Additionally, large schools of tuna like to travel near pods of dolphins or sharks.

3. Pay Attention to the Season – During the warmer summer months, tuna love to hunt near the surface of the water. Feeding tuna are easy to spot on clear summer afternoons as the water looks like it is being destroyed from beneath. Additionally, tuna like to feed in low light conditions, such as the late afternoon. During the winter months, tuna tend to hunt in deeper waters and are much more difficult to find and catch.

These are but a few of my favorite tuna fishing techniques.

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Shimano Antares DC7

June 25th, 2010 by admin | 1 Comment | Filed in Shimano Reels

The Antares DC7 is the Japanese version of the Shimano Calais 4xD DC
The DC brake system has been proven to offer the longest casting distance, since the release of Conquest DC in 2003. The Antares DC has the improved 4×8 DC system to have 4 casting modes(L, M, A and W) and 8 strength of fine adjusting, which is adjustable by dial without opening the reel.

(L); Long casting, Achieving the longest casting distance with relatively heavy, metal rigs in calm wind condition.
(M); Multi (versatile) casting The mode is the most likely to be used among the 4 modes. Suite the best for top water, crank baits, spinner baits and etc.
(A); Accuracy casting Brake force is the strongest among 4 modes, offering stable brake tension. Useful for pitching and skipping.
(W); Windy casting Allow the best casting in winds from ahead. Great for bulky, light baits as well.

Shimano high-end bait caster, Antares/Calais combined with the DC digital control brake system make it the very best.

The Antares comes in 6 versions
Antares DC Right/Left, Gear Ratio 5.8:1
Antares DC7 Right/Left,Gear Ratio 7.0:1
DC7-LV Right/Left,Gear Ratio 7.0:1
LV models have long, 84mm handles.

All with the same
Weight:          250g/8.8oz,
Capacity:        14lb(0.360mm)- 110yds
Ball Bearings    10+1

Shimano Antares DC7 Specifications
Line Capacity (lbs / yds)	12/140 : 14/120
Gear Ratio (actual retrieve)	7:1 (31 inches per turn)
Measured Weight	8.8 ounces (250 grams)
Measured Max. Drag	8lbs
Bearings	10 + 1 roller
Features	4×8 Digital Control Braking, Carbon Drag Washers
MSRP	~$550 (Approx Import Price)

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Shimano Curado E7

June 23rd, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Low Profile Baitcasting Reels, Shimano Reels

Type: Low-Profile Baitcasting Reel

Weight: 7.6 oz
Gear Ratio: 7.0:1
Drag: 11lb
MSRP: $179.99

Announced at the 2008 ICAST show, and available only a few months later, Shimano has overhauled the new Curado reel. Its reduced size and weight are a few of the features you are sure to notice, but does it pack the punch you need on the water? Lets find out…

The Curado line started at Shimano in 1991. Since then, every new series had made innovations that result in being the benchmark for other baitcasting reels at Shimano and its competitors

The new and improved Curado. Rigged up on the Cumara.

It seems that every time Shimano redesigns the Curado line, anglers come out of the woodwork. There’s always tons of strong comments that can be found in fishing forums, comparing it to the previous years version.

This year, Shimano made sure they would get everyone talking. For starters, they redesigned the entire frame and making it smaller than the previous Curado 100D but with the same line capacity as the previous years Curado 200DHSV. Shimano also stepped up and made the reel lighter. Its now 2.2oz lighter to be exact. Reduced from 8.8oz down to 7.6oz.

You will also notice a smoother reel due to the 7 bearings. This includes 1 Stainless A-RB, 5 Shielded Stainless Steel Bearings, and 1 A-RB Roller Clutch Bearing.

It features a new looking Magnumlite spool which I weighed in at a light weight 14 grams. Only 2 grams heavier than the 50mg spool, at 12 grams.

Opening the lightweight graphite sideplate reveals a 1/8 turn design. Its one of those simple things to overlook, but makes you feel like you found a hidden feature every time.

Opening the sideplate reveals our braking setup and a look at the spool design.

Other small details like the machined handle cap, and the drilled handle really make you feel like you got your moneys worth. It should also be noted that this years Curado MSRP is $20 cheaper than the Curado D.

The clicking star drag and machined brake knob are nice details to the reel. The star drag is Cold Forged Aluminum and is the same style found on the more expensive Calais. The machined brake knob allows for easy adjustment even during wet conditions and is large enough for most hand sizes, unlike other small reels.

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Shimano Baitrunner ST/DL 2500 & 4000

June 11th, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Shimano Reels

Improve Your Coarse Fishing, the UK’s leading coarse magazine has awarded the new Baitrunner ST/DL 2500 & 4000’s their prestigious Product of the Month award.

Dave Woodmansey, Improves Deputy Editor commented ‘These reels are absolutely cock-on for commercial carp work where ‘lumps’ regularly rip rods off rests, or for specialist barbel, chub, tench, and bream fishing, or lightweight roving.’

These mini marvels are available in a basic ST range, or higher specification DL option. Prices on the ST models start from £54.99 – £74.99 for the DL.

The revolutionary front drag/small size technology seen on the hot new Baitrunner DL duo is also available to a large extent – but at a lesser price – on the new 2500 and 4000 Baitrunner ST reels. XT-7 spools have respective capacities of 160 and 260m of 0.25mm line. Varispeed, Super Stopper ll plus XT-7 body and rotor are among the many advanced design features included in their precision construction specifications. Why accept imitations now that Shimano – the true and original Baitrunner makers – offer such quality at such an attractive price.

BAITRUNNER ST DL 2500FA

BAITRUNNER ST 4000FA

Source: Shimano EU

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