BEST OF SHIMANO REELS

TIAGRA GAME REELS FISHING

The Shimano Tiagra series has been the bench mark for game reels for a number of years. The range feature a slightly darker, heavier gold anodising, a drilled drag quadrant with a drag curve better suited to Australian conditions, and a new design rubberised power handle. The heavier anodising makes these reels even more resistant to the ravages of salt water, while the click stop drag quadrant permits more precise drag adjustments. The counterbalanced handle falls easily to hand when striking a fish and makes winding easier during the course of a long fight. It’s rubberised ‘tackiness’ combats sweaty palms, which can be a problem during the course of a long fight, especially when fishing more tropical waters. Another major rule of game fishing is that the leverage created by an angler in a chair or stand-up harness with a big marlin, tuna or shark on the end of the line places an enormous amount of pressure on the tackle. That’s why Tiagra one piece frame is machine-cut from an aluminium tube to a thickness of 7mm (the thickest on the market). It’s also why Tiagra has A-RB bearings, heavy-duty stainless steel gears, and a two speed shifting mechanism where the pinion and drive gears are continuously meshed.

SHIMANO TWIN POWER SW

Reels An additional ten SA-RB bearings and a roller bearing mean that the winding experience is one of exquisitely smooth luxury, no matter how big the fish or how high the drag setting. These versatile saltwater class thread lines are accomplished snapper, king fish and tuna reels, whether you float Squidgies down a berley trail, hurl stick baits at surface-feeders, or jig in deep water. They have the gear ratios to go the distance, and the line capacities for that unexpected monster, especially when spooled with fine diameter Power Pro braid. The use of braid is backed up by incredible drag power a massive 11 kilos in the 4000SWBXG, through to 25 kilos on the 14000SWBXG.

STRADIC 5000 FK COMPACT SPINNING FISHING REEL

Stradic introduces the new Hagane Body. This metal frame delivers high rigidity, so there’s no flexing when under load and no loss of cranking power either. This is complemented by the Hagane Gear system — not cut gear teeth, but 3D design cold forging for increased resilience and longer durability. The new Stradics have an additional SA-RB bearing and they’re all high 6:1 to 6.2:1 plus gear ratios, so cast lures will really motor on the retrieve. Aero Wrap II, the AR-C spool, One Piece Bail and G-Free Body all demonstrate that these reels are going to be are a repetitive caster’s delight to use, with better balance in the hand. While the new gen’ Stradics can be used just about anywhere, the presence of Core protect on the roller clutch, the drag, the body and the line roller, indicate that these reels are going to be perfectly at home in the world’s harshest environment — the salt.

SHIMANO CALCUTTA CONQUEST 4.8:1 CASTING REEL CTCNQ200 A

longtime benchmark round reel for cranking and known for their durability, Shimano Calcutta reels continue to be a favourite with anglers looking to fish the best. A new flagship round reel series is now part of the Shimano line-up – the Calcutta Conquest reels – combining innovative features with the Calcutta timeless design. SPECIFICATIONS: Retrieve: Right | Gear Ratio: 4.8:1 | Weight: 8.4 | Bearings: 12 SA-RB | LPT: 23.6" | Capacity: Mono 12 lb/110 yd; Braid 30 lb/190 yd, 50 lb/120 yd, 65 lb/80 yd.

SHIMANO CTE100DC CALCUTTA DIGITAL CONTROL CASTING REEL

SPECIFICATIONS: Retrieve: Left | Gear Ratio: 5.8:1 | Weight: 8.60 oz | Bearings: 10 BB, 1 RB | LPT: 23" | Max Drag: 8.5lb | Capacity: Mono 8 lb/115 yd, 10 lb/95 yd, 12 lb/80 yd; Braid 30 lb/115 yd, 50 lb/70 yd, 65 lb/50 yd. The Calcutta TE DC is a "smart" bait casting reel that uses eight different pre-programmed braking patterns. It gives you longer casts and fewer backlashes, requires less effort and it's quick and easy to adjust.

SHIMANO CALAIS CL201DC LEFTY BAIT CAST FISHING REEL (SILVER)

Eight settings allow you to further refine the brake application. The Digital Control Circuit stores energy on the cast, only to reuse it in an intelligently applied braking. It has an aluminium frame and side plates with a Magnum lite vented spool with ultra low start up inertia and graceless spool support bearings. It boasts 10 shielded A-RB® stainless steel treated anti rust) ball bearings, Super Stopper II® anti reverse with A-RB roller bearing and assist stopper™ backup. This ensures instant hook setting power. It also has a click adjust Dartainium™ drag, titanium level wind, high efficiency gearing, and a cold forged six spoke drag star and handle with Septon® grips, in a double paddle design. When using CALAIS fishing reel, you will have a smooth cast every time.

DAIWA FISHING REELS

DAIWA TOURNAMENT BASIA 45 QDA Model No BAS45QDA CARP 
Belonging in 'executive class' of the carp angler's armoury the Tournament BASIA Carp is the ultimate long distance casting machine. A 45mm long spool, combined with immaculate line lay deliver a casting experience that belongs in dreamland. The machined alloy handle and wooden knob are pure class. Using a magnesium alloy body the BASIA is incredibly light and the superb 'Quick Drag' offers the perfect cross over from front drag to free spool without the need for conversions. Drilled holes on the spool skirt allow light from a starlight to be seen letting you identify the running reel much more quickly. Hosting many other features that break new ground the Tournament BASIA is a classic in the making.

DAIWA ISLA 7000 SPIN 

Hi-end performance blended with quintessential Daiwa class and value Isla draws its design cues and inspiration from Daiwa’s flagship heavy-duty super reel, Saltiga, delivering anglers a reels that’s feature loaded, performance packed and value laden. Hi-end quality and class, few reels stand and deliver with the authority and integrity of this monochrome super reel. Daiwa’s newest heavy-duty super reel starts with Daiwa’s legendary Real Four design formula. An amalgamation of Real Engine, Real Control, Real Endurance, Real Custom, Real Four gives rise to spin excellence that is unrivalled in design, performance and quality. The Isla’s Super Metal body and side plate forms a reel body that is four times more precise than a machined magnesium body, with its super aluminium alloy material high corrosion resistant, making it the ultimate body for the highly corrosive offshore environment. Rigid, strong and highly durable the Isla’s unyielding body allows for seamless gear function and prevents twisting when the reel is under load and results in greater cranking force.

DAIWA SALTIGA 6500H FISHING REEL- 2015 MODEL- MAG SEAL 14 BB

Saltiga introduced unrivalled ground breaking technology to the world, Digger II, Mag seal and Zion Air Rotor setting the standard in high performance design and innovation. In 2015, Daiwa now take it even further with the introduction of Mag sealed bearings and ATD into the new Saltiga range. The Saltiga heralded a giant leap forward in design, revolving around magnetic fluid. Developed by NASA to magnetically deliver fuel to space ships, this revolutionary innovation was introduced to the fishing industry in the 2010 Saltiga. Mixing a liquid with iron isn’t easy, but Daiwa has mastered it in the Saltiga range. When dispersed evenly through liquid, the iron oxide (magnetite) has a tiny diameter of 1/100,000mm. This new metallic grease/oil takes on a new effect, placed by itself it forms a typical liquid helical shape with the introduction of a magnetic force it changes shape similar to the android in Terminator II, attaching itself to any other metal to form a seal. So strong is this magnetic liquid that if placed in a container with a magnetic surface it would retain its shape even if the bottom were removed. Being magnetised this lubrication system avoids any friction and prevents dust intrusion, eliminating oil spray and significantly improving reel life expectancy.

DAIWA TOURNAMENT ISO 5500QD Model No TI5500QD SPECIMEN 
Despite the amazing benefits of its Air Metal body the new Tournament ISO is no light weight. Tough, powerful and geared down for a high power conversion it will face any big fish challenge 'full on' and deliver. Combining DIGGERS and seven ball bearings, including 4 CRBB's, assist its relentless procession through the power barrier. Featuring a forward-tapered aluminium QD spool you can employ full free-spool control with no add-ons required. Signing off this wonderful reel is our now characteristic machined aluminium and wooden handle.

DAIWA MORETHAN BRANZINO 2510R-PE

The 2510R-PE features the spool and rotor of a 2500 matched to the body and gearing of a 3000. Compact and ultra powerful this is the little dog capable of dishing out some serious damage in a big fight. With 7kg of drag, a 4.8:1 retrieve ration, 15 ball bearings, and 200metres (PE 1) of line capacity this is the reel that punches well above its weight and takes no prisoners. The high-speed model of the range, the 3012H is speed and strength combined, with an impressive 95cm of line retrieved with each revolution of the handle. With 15 bearings, 7kg of drag, and a staggering 200metres (PE 1.5) of line capacity and a weight of 280grams the 3012H is the ultimate high-speed workhorse. Indestructible, indismissable, and totally enigmatic the new Branzino is design brilliance like only Daiwa can deliver. The legend continues with the all-new Daiwa Branzino.

DAIWA SALTIGA EXPEDITION 2014 MODEL SA EX 5500H

with super metal super precision machine cut technology Daiwa has achieved its finest design ever, with a precision of 4 times better compared to that of the original model. The drag system is called ATD or Automatic Tournament Drag, this is a new introduction into the Daiwa spinning reel range. The biggest issue with many drag systems is that they are not smooth at the beginning of the drag. ATD rectifies this issue. ATD works like this, at the beginning of a strike the drag starts smoothly, then increases to its pre-set drag rating in a fraction of a second, thus eliminating line breakage at the strike.

DIFFRENT TYPE OF SHIMANO

TYPE OF SHIMANO FISHING RODS

SHIMANO AQUA TIP 15-24 STD TIP 1 PIECE FISHING ROD LINE WEIGHT 15-24 KG
Shimano’s Aqua Tip range of spinning rods have been arguably one of the best value for money ranges available for fisherman for many years. Designed with a solid integrated tip the eight spinning models and offering a vast range from freshwater to ocean beach, the Aqua Tip range a perfectly suited for most fishing situations. Featuring striking metallic blue, silver and black binds, shaped EVA grips and hooded winches these rods will look great and have reliable tough performance to boot.

SHIMANO TAIPAN EXTREME 7'6'' SNAPPER 6-10 KG SPIN FISHING ROD 2 PIECE 
The Taipan is back and deadlier than ever. The Taipan Extreme series all feature Fuji K components and integrated fibreglass tips to increase performance and to keep the weight down, but are still the hard wearing and durable rods that we all associate from the original Taipan. This rod series has retained its traditional bit fishing actions that remains popular anglers,                                         making the Taipan as deadly as the Australian snake it was named after.

SHIMANO IMPACT NXT
 The Impact Nano series, which was introduced to Australian anglers last year, has been refined further for 2016, based around the use of Nano 36 Ton Toray graphite rod blanks, which is a refinement of the 24 Ton Toray graphite of previous models. Nano technology involves manipulating graphite on an atomic level, the end result of which is lighter, stronger and more durable blanks. Enhanced casting distance, a more in tune feel for what the lure is doing, increased fish fighting power, and a lightness in the hand that makes a huge difference when fishing all day are the main assets of using this up-spec’d material.

SHIMANO 3 ZERO FISHING ROD 

These rods are all about being in tune with what that hard body, vibe, spinner bait or soft plastic is doing down there, transmitting any tap, nudge or bump from structure or fish immediately to the angler’s hands. This is due to the utilisation of nano technology in the high modulus blanks they are built on. As befitting a rod series like this, they all feature Fuji K series ‘Tangle Free’ guides, and the reel seats are of a custom design, combining strength with lightness. The grips are interesting, with a mix of custom cork and EVA combinations, providing longevity and instantaneous strike transmission. Of course the whole sensitivity experience is enhanced by utilising braided line , which these cutting edge rods are perfectly suited to.

SHIMANO CATANA 702 7FT SPIN 2-4KG TWO PIECE FISHING ROD 
The Catana rod range have been supplying rods for anglers who are looking for a complete graphite rod, but are not wanting to break the bank. These represent a bargain to fishing fans, as they are not only a complete graphite rod with fast actions, but they also comprise quality component as well.

SHIMANO BACKBONE ELITE GAME FISHING ROD - 24kg 
(Fully Rollered) With many years of fantastic captures to their name, the Backbone Elite series of game rods have long been the perfect match for Shimano's TLD and Tyrnos reels. Strength and versatility are key factors. They have the ability to troll lures for marlin and tuna, or to live bait for kingfies and jewfish on inshore wrecks and reefs. No matter what species you chase, these rods can handle it. There are eight models ranging from 10kg right up to 37kg, they come with a variety of guide styles from standard heavy duty fixed guides with and without roller tips, to fully rolled, full blown game rods that cover every situation. All rods feature holographic scale finishes that really set off the graphite composite blank, Slick Butts for easy removal from rod holders when the bite happens, gold anodised Pacific Bay gimbals and reel seats, Pacific Bay guides, and super long and comfortable grips.