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Shimano Spinning Reels

March 20th, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Spinning Reels

Shimano spinning reels for Ease of Use

The Shimano spinning reels probably are the most popular on the market today, due to their easiness of use and universality. These reels virtually backlash free, come with the different spool sizes. You may find sizes from 1000, which considered being “light” to reels with spool sizes of 20000, which are can be used for game fishing.

The efficiency and use of a fishing reel relies on the design and durability of the materials used. Bearings and bushes are an integral component of reels as they ensure the smooth and noiseless operation of the reel. Shimano Spinning reels are manufactured with the highest quality Shimano bearings. In most of the finest Spinning reels, the reel cage and frames are manufactured with anodized aluminum or graphite. They help establish the weight and feel of the fishing reel.

After years of designing and testing and longstanding market experience, they produced one of the most outstanding Shimano spinning reels these days.

Any of the new model Spinning Reels such as Stella FD, Sustain FE, Stradic MgFB, Stradic FI and Saros F have greatly improved in one or three areas:
1. Gear durability.
2. Casting performance.
3. Line management.

Choosing the appropriate Spinning Reels depends on conditions of fishing, type – either saltwater or freshwater, and size of the fish. Of course, if you are going saltwater fishing you need to select bigger sizes reels, like Saros SAR3000F/4000F, Stradic ST4000R/5000R/6000R, Sustain SA5000FE/6000FE, Stella STL6000FA/8000FA that allows you to fight bigger and stronger fish. From this range of the fishing reels Stella models are the most expensive, but other models you can buy from $150 to $300. As I mentioned above you may want to invest bit more than $50 in a fishing reel, if you want to avoid frustration at the end!

For freshwater you may select reels smaller in size, like Sustain SA2500FE/SA3000FE, Stradic ST1000MGFB/ST2500MGFB/ST2500R, Saros SAR2500F or Symetre SY1500FI/2500FI, because freshwater fish not as strong as saltwater fish and sizes are different as well.

As I said above, Shimano spinning reels are good choice for almost any occasion – whether you are fishing from the shore or boat, bait-casting or using lure.

And, of course, to make your Spinning reels serve for years to come, you need to maintain them accordingly!
For freshwater, you do not need anything special, just lubricate reels, wipe them dry after fishing and bring the reels to workshop for yearly maintenance.

But for saltwater Spinning reels, you need to follow special maintenance procedures to keep them in a good shape!
1. If reel was used in harsh conditions – wash it in soapy water.
2. Tighten the drag and rinse the reel in fresh water.
3. Using the cloth – wipe it dry.
4. Spray the reel regularly with anti-corrosion spray.
5. Lubricate the reel. Some of models, like Stradic and Saros have maintenance ports for this purpose.
6. For yearly service bring your reel to the tackle shop.

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Shimano Baitrunner

March 12th, 2010 by admin | No Comments | Filed in Spinning Reels

Shimano Baitrunner

Shimano Baitrunner

The Shimano Baitrunner with Latest Spinning Reel Technology and a modern, compact design. In what has been the ‘go to’ reel for live bait fishing situations, have been used with much success for more than 20 years by anglers worldwide. While keeping its secondary drag system to allow baits to swim free with the bail closed,

Going back to 1986 when Shimano offered its patented BaitRunner feature on the Triton SeaSpin reels – later taking on BaitRunner name in 1989, They have made very little changes to these reels since then. But as anglers know, they have made tremendous advances in spinning reel technology over those years – Their Propulsion Line Management System, Fluidrive II gearing, Super Stopper anti-reverse to name a few.

They have incorporated these and more in the new Shimano BaitRunner D reels, plus increased the adjustability of the BaitRunner secondary drag system.” Proven on other Shimano spinning reels, each BaitRunner D reel features Varispeed oscillation for better line lay, SR one-piece bail wire, a cold-forged aluminium spool, a graphite frames and sideplate, Dartanium II drag washers and three shielded A-RB (anti-rust) ball bearings.

They go further with their S Concept design features, including S-Rotor, S-Arm Cam, a direct-drive mechanism with thread-in handle attachment, oversized Septon handle grips and a waterproof drag.

The Shimano Baitrunner spinning reels have earned their reputation as durable and versatile spinfishing tools. The BaitRunner feature is actually a second drag system on the rear of the reel which allows the angler to fish with an adjustable tension free spool with a closed bail, making these reels excel at live bait fishing. In order to engage the waterproof main front drag, all you need to do is turn the handle or manually flip the Baitrunner lever on the rear of the housing. The Baitrunners feature three ball bearings, aluminium spools, and graphite housings.

Specifications

The Shimano Baitrunner D series offers reels in four sizes for both freshwater and salt-water use;

The BTR4000D, 6000D, 8000D and 12000D.
All four BaitRunner D reels have 4.8:1 gear ratios.

Line capacities range from 240 yards of 8-pound test mono – or 270 yards of 15-pound PowerPro braid – on the BTR4000D;

265 yards of 12-pound test mono – or 210 yards of 50-pound PowerPro – on the BTR 6000D;

250 yards of 17-pound mono – 290 yards of 50-pound PowerPro – on the BTR8000D;

While the BTR12000D will handle 350 yards of 16-pound mono – or 310 yards of 65-pound PowerPro.

For more information on the BaitRunner D spinning reels, see your local tackle dealer – visit the Shimano web site at www.shimano.com – or call Shimano’s product support team at 877/577-0600 (6 am to 5 pm Pacific Standard Time).


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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.

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Shimano Fishing 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.

Shimano Fishing Reels Curado_E

The high performance Shimano 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
Shimano Curado 100D but holds the same amount of line as the previous 200DHSV. Compact and lightweight with the heart and power of the large Shimano Fishing Reels.

Shimano Fishing Reels Stella SW

Smooth and durable, with high line capacity (up to 500 yards)

The Shimano 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 Fishing Reels technology to make sure that once you’re hooked up, you’ll land your catch.

Shimano Fishing Reels Baitrunner D

Incorporating all of the latest Shimano Fishing Reels technology

Such as the Propulsion Line Management System to S A-RB bearings, the new compact profile lineup of Shimano 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.

Shimano Fishing Reels torsa

Shimano  Torsa 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. Shimano Fishing Reels Wins Again.

Shimano Reels Trinidad DCA classic star-drag saltwater reel,

The Shimano Fishing Reels 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.

Shimano Reels Stradic CI4

A Dream For The Lightweight Finesse Fisherman

Utilizing the new CI4 material for construction, Shimano  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, these Shimano Fishing Reels have you covered.

Shimano Reels calais DC

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 Shimano Calcutta TE DC. Since then we’ve all known it was just a matter of time before the Shimano Fishing Reels technology made its way into a low profile baitcaster.

Shimano Fishing Reels of the Future

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