| Baitrunner | Aero Baitrunner | Stradic | 
Sidestab |
Spirex | TX Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Sustain |
Speedmaster TSS | Sedona | AX Series | FX Series |
Baitrunners has a second and completely independent drag that allows you
to fish live bait more effectively. To operate it, just flip the lever
to "Baitrunner On" and the reel is in tension controlled freespool. This
means you can feed bait to a biting fish, let him take it, and then run
with it - all with the bail closed. To engage the primary drag to fight
the fish, just simply rotate the handle. The Baitrunner feature will flip
to the "Drag on" position automatically. BaitRunner has been designed especially
for saltwater fishing. All sizes feature waterproof, heat dissipating front
drags with non-centring bails. The body is made of light weight and con-corrosive
graphite. Also featured: aluminium spool,
anti-reverse switch, three stainless steel ball bearings, stainless steel
spool shaft, collapsible handle assembly, and line keeping clip.
| Model No. | Line/capacity | Gear ratio | Weight.gms | Bearings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTR-3500A | 8/305,12/230,14/185 | 4.6:1, | 428 | 3 bearings |
| BTR-4500A | 14/295,17/250,20/195 | 4.8:1, | 598 | 3 bearings |
| BTR-6500A | 20/270,25/230,30/185 | 4.2:1, | 743 | 3 bearings |
Our remarkable new range of Aero reels represent the pinnacle of engineering
and design technology. They are tailored to the needs of every sector of
the fixed spool market. Shimano Aero Baitrunner reels like all Shimano
product have been designed with a specific use in mind. These reels combine
excellent casting ability and the famous and logical Shimano Baitrunner
facility. All reels have rear drag and free spool function. Here is a reel
which combines the major breakthrough systems in modern times - Baitrunner,
Long Spool, Twin Oscillator and Dyna Balance.
But what, exactly, does that mean? We will list and explain every feature,
and you can decide for yourself what you think it all adds up to!
| Model No. | Line/capacity | Gear ratio | Weight.gms | Bearings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aero BTR-4010 | 8/270,10/230,12/170 | 4.7:1, | 400 | 2 bearings |
| Aero BTR-6010 | 12/270,17/190 | 4.7:1, | 465 | 2 bearings |
| Aero BTR-8010 | 12/320,17/230,20/180 | 4.7:1, | 465 | 2 bearings |
There are a number of 'must-haves' that contribute to a great day on the
water, new line,sharp hooks, and a straight forward, reliable, performance
reel that really catches fish. Like the Sidestab
..
| Sidestab 1000RB | 2/270,4/140,6/110 | 5.2:1, | Front | 3 bearings |
| Sidestab 2000RB | 6/170,8/120,10/100 | 5.2:1, | Front | 3 bearings |
| Sidestab 4000RB | 8/240,10/200/12/160 | 4.6:1, | Front | 3 bearings |
Welcome to Spirex. A fabulous reel with even more features and options
than usual. Your choice of either front (F series) or rear (R series) drag
models, all of which feature our patented Dynabalanced
"No Wobble" system. Also, there is our Super Roller
system, a stainless steel ball bearing cartridge that ensures smooth, low
friction rotation for easier line movement and a free, bonus graphite spool.
The double paddle handle allows you to secure a fast, sure grip without
fumbling, with quicker transition to hook set. Add a graphite composite
body coupled with stunning good looks and you have a reel of true Shimano
excellence.
| Model No. | Line/capacity | Gear ratio | Weight.gms | Bearings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR-1000R | 2/270,4/160,6/110 | 5.2:1, | 283 | 4 |
| SR-2000R | 6/170,8/120,10/100 | 5.2:1, | 288 | 4 |
| SR-4000R | 8/240,10/200,12/160 | 5.2:1, | 365 | 4 |
| SR-1000F | 2/270,4/140,6/110 | 5.2:1, | 259 | 4 |
| SR-2000F | 6/170,8/120,10/100 | 5.2:1, | 269 | 4 |
| SR-4000F | 8/240,10/200,12/160 | 5.2:1, | 349 | 4 |
We
just couldn't leave well enough alone, so we have re-designed the Stradic
with a tighter and stronger anti-reverse with Super
Stopper 11. We've also improved line control and casting accuracy with
Innerbail, while the 4000 model has gears that are smoother and 10% more
efficient. Plus, you will still get the same features that have made the
Stradic a classic. Stradic has DynaBalance, which
eliminates rotor wobble to create the smoothest retrieves you've ever experienced.
Hooksets are quicker with the new Super Stopper anti-reverse. Not changing
- Stradic still features a spare spool and a silky smooth drag Super
Roller aluminium spool, AeroWrap,
and oversized ball bearing roller line guide, and fast gear ratios.
| Model No. | Line/capacity | Gear ratio | Weight.gms | Bearings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ST-1000 | 2/270,4/140,6/110 | 6.0:1, | 264 | 4 ball, 1 roller |
| ST-2000 | 6/170,8/120,10/100 | 6.0:1, | 272 | 4 ball, 1 roller |
| ST-4000 | 8/240,10/200,12/160 | 6.2:1, | 349 | 4 ball, 1 roller |
A smooth operating ball bearing spinning reel with DynaBalance,
metal aerospool and an excellent
front drag. There are 3 value for money models to choose from that cover
all aspects from freshwater to light saltwater.
The all new Sustain was built with one goal in mind: to take performance
to an all new leval. The firm unflexing aluminium body holds all internal
parts in truer alignment for smoother operation with less wear.
| Model No. | Line/capacity | Gear ratio | Weight.gms | Bearings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sustain 1000 | 2/270,4/140,6/110 | 6.0:1, | 263 | 6 |
| Sustain 2000 | 6/230,8/170,10/140 | 6.0:1, | 272 | 6 |
| Sustain 4000 | 8/240,10/200,12/160 | 6.0:1, | 349 | 6 |
| Sustain 6000 | 12/230,12/230,17/170 | 6.0:1, | 584 | 6 |
Heavy Duty High Speed Spinning Reels. The advanced front drag in the SpeedMaster
has been developed from Shimano Bicycle technology that is famous worldwide.
This proprietary material is found only in the finest fishing and racing
bicycle components "Shimano Brand". The Shimano Speedmaster TSS-4 features
a waterproof seal for the drag washers, similar to those found on our big
2 speed leaver drag game reels. This seal prevents water from saturating
your drag washers. A sticky drag at the wrong time cane easily break a
line and cost you a trophy fish. The seal will also help you vent heat
from the drag washers. While playing a large fish fiction will build up
on drag washers causing the system to bind. With Speedmaster special drag
systems,heat is dissipated through the washers then vented through the
seal. TSS4 also features heavy duty gearing system designed to cope with
power and speed of even large billfish and tuna.
| Model No. | Line/capacity | Gear ratio | Weight.gms | Bearings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TSS-4 | 20/270,25/230,30/185 | 5.8:1, | 580 | 3 |
The
new Sedona comes complete with everything you'd expect from a reel. Including
a moderate price. Serious anglers on a budget can appreciate and enjoy
the same unique features found on our top of the line Stradic
reel. New features such as the strong Super Stopper
II no-play anti reverse system, PowerRoller to decrease the twists,
Inner Bail design for better casting control, improved efficiency gears
(SE-4000F) for exceptional smoothness and a more complete transfer of cranking
power. What else could anyone want?
| Model No. | Line/capacity | Gear ratio | Weight.gms | Bearings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE1000F | 2/270,4/140,6/110 | 5.2:1, | 261 | 1 ball, 1 roller |
| SE2000F | 6/170,8/120,10/100 | 5.2:1, | 266 | 1 ball, 1 roller |
| SE4000F | 8/240,10/200,12/160 | 5.1:1, | 349 | 1 ball, 1 roller |
Just because a reel has high performance features doesn't mean it has to
have a high performance price. Take the larger of our AX spinning series,
the AX 400s and AX500s. These reels are remarkably affordable yet contain
a veritable showcase of the hi-tech innovations that Shimano
has pioneered over the last ten years, These include XHS: Extra-High
speed gear ratios, no-fail bail unbreakable
bail spring, strong, light Graphite/Titanium construction for durability,
a stainless steel ball bearing and massive front drags with heavy duty
construction. Like it's larger, front drag brothers the AX 1000,2000 and
4000 contain the same hi-tech innovations, only these have a scientifically
calibrated rear drag and Quickfire 11 casting
system. What more could a fisherman ask for.
| Model No. | Line/capacity | Gear ratio | Weight.gms | Bearings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AX1000 | 6/105 | 5.2:1, | 210 | 1 |
| AX2000 | 8/140 | 5.2:1, | 250 | 1 |
| AX4000 | 10/215 | 4.6:1, | 345 | 1 |
| AX400S | 12/311,14/255,17/220 | 4.8:1, | 430 | 1 |
| AX500S | 14/295,17/250,20/195,25/160 | 4.8:1, | 440 | 1 |
The FX is our most affordable spinning reel. But don't let that fool you
into thinking this is some kind of stripped down, bare bones model. Because
the truth is, the FX is a Shimano through and through. With exclusive Shimano
features like our No-fail Bail bail
spring that will never, ever break. QuickFire 11
Casting System for fast, one handed casts. And strong, lightweight, totally
non-corrosive Graphite construction. Satisfied? Well our engineers weren't.
So they gave FX our Bio Grip Stem, which is ergonomically designed to prevent
hand soreness and fatigue. Plus a smooth, precisely calibrated rear drag
system. Now you may wonder why we'd go to all this trouble to put so many
high tech features on such an affordable spinning reel. But it all comes
down to this very simple rule; Before a reel can be a Shimano, it first
has to perform like one.
| Model No. | Line/capacity | Gear ratio | Weight.gms |
|---|---|---|---|
| FX2000 | 6/180 | 4.2:1, | 246 |
| FX2000 | 8/285,12/190 | 4.2:1, | 335 |
Spinning reel feature
It may look like a little different, but the Double Paddle Handle allows you to secure a fast, sure grip without fumbling; quicker transition to hookset. Additionally, the double Paddle handle completes the DynaBalance system by ensuring that the spinning handle passions in balance.
Spinning reel feature
One of the most stressful points your line touches is the line guide roller. Under full drag stress, the line takes a 90 degree bend. The sharper the turn, the more stressful it is to your line. The oversized Power Roller design takes the line around a wider, less stressful path. The Power Roller of the has a stainless steel Stradicball bearing cartridge on the inside to ensure even smoother low friction rotation.
Spinning reel feature
The AeroWrap two speed oscillaion system layers the line on your spool in an even crisscross pattern that minimises the line-to-line friction on a cast. Shimano AeroWrap reels use patented worm gear design to move the spool upward quickly and download slowly to wind the line in a precise pattern. Regular spinning reels use circular cams that caused the line to build up at the ends of the spool. AeroWrap reels win the line evenly in a friction reducing pattern to give you smoother, longer casting ability.
Spinning reel feature
Fightin’ Drag II gives you mistake-proof drag setting ability. First, with the Fightin’ Drag II lever in strike position, set the round drag programming knob to the tension where most of your fishing will be done. Now, whenever you want to adjust your drag while fishing, just use the Fightin’ Drag II lever. When you want to return to your original drag tension, move the Fighting Drag II lever back into strike position.
Our bail springs are meant to last. Instead of being made of a flimsy wire that wears easily, the No-Fail-Bail sporing is made from a wear resistant design that consists of a spring and two guides. Bail failure is now a thing of the past.
Spinning
reel feature
Provides easy one-handed casts. Just turn the handle backward and the line trigger are within easy grasp on your finger.
Spinning reel feature
The cold forged aluminium AeroSpool gives added durability to one of the most stressed parts of you spinning reels, not to mention the added good looks. Hot cast aluminium can have small air spaces inside the part. Cold forging makes a stronger spool by not allowing any hidden air pockets that could be weak points in the structure. The Low flange and angled surfaces of the aluminium AeroSpool reduce line drag for longer casting distance. Friction is further reduced with the titanium silicon carbide spool ring. Where the line rubs the edge of the spool, there is a silicon carbide ring coated with friction reducing titanium.
Spinning reel feature
Precise, durable and lightweight graphite composite or aluminium is used to make many spools featured on various models.
XT-7 is a Shimano proprietary material that is 10% lighter and 20% stronger than graphite. XT-7 is a plastic resin that contains no graphite. Even though it has a plastic feeling, it is mechanically superior to graphite.
Spinning
reel feature
This is a lightweight, resilient material that AX & FX bodies and rotors are made of. Composed mostly of plastic resin, a small amount of graphite is added, filling the crystalline structure resulting in a stronger part.
Spinning reel feature
The body case and rotor structure precision aluminium parts. Light, strong and structurally solid, these precision parts need little in the way of maintenance.
Spinning reel feature
Newton said it first. "For every action, there will be an equal and opposite reaction". A law of motion. Take a spinning reel, spin the handle and you have a rotor wobble. A law of fishing tackle. Not anymore! Shimano DynaBalance breaks through this limitation of spinning reels that totally eliminates rotor wobble. Weight has been redistributed and counterbalanced to create an unbelievably solid rotation. And the double paddle handle finishes off the balancing completely. You’ve never felt a spinning reel this good. In fact, every Dyna Balance reel is computer balanced for perfect rotational dynamics. DynaBalance design removes excess sensitivity reducing vibrations that have forever plagued spin fishermen. Thus, it creates a more stable platform, less taxing to the anglers hand. It makes spinning reels a little less awkward and by virtue of being less taxing to use, they allow you to feel subtle bites. Spinning reels have forever been designed merely to hold the necessary parts. You know bails, gears, line rollers, bail return trip mechanisms and the like. No thought was given then to the system as whole. Until now. DynaBalance. For the lawbreaker in us all.
Spinning Reel Feature
Super stopper anti-reverse has been engineered to give you three times more stopping points than our previous non-Quickfire spinning reels, and a larger, more durable stopping gear. The result is a stronger anti-reverse system with virtually no backplay. An on/off switch allows you to turn Super Stopper off for free cranking in either direction.
It was this facility which helped to make our original Baitrunner reels standard equipment for most of the leading live bait enthusiasts. They were quick to see the merits of a system which permitted fish to run with a bait while the bail arm remains closed. An improved and updated version is incorporated in the new series of BaitRunner reels. When the BaitRunner lever is pushed forward the normal drag system is completely by-passed. A fish picking up the bait can make an almost friction free run - until the angler flips the lever back, or turns the reel handle, to bring the reel into striking mode. There can be more tension in the BaitRunner system if you need it. Many anglers have been quick to see the advantages on rivers. There is a tension adjustment ring just ahead of the rear drag adjustment knob. Turn it the required amount and the line can be made to resist whatever pressure there is from the flow. With flow and tension precisely balanced a problem-free run is guaranteed. Contrast that delicate but simple method with any of those which rely on line pulling out of a clip. In any sort of flow you have yards of slack to reel in before you can strike! Just another example of Shimano technology achieving the ultimate efficiency.
AeroWrap is a major step forward in precision line lay. When line comes off a standard spool it rubs against, and is trapped by, the coils next to it. It cuts yards off your casting, but with Shimano it is no longer a problem. AeroWrap oscillates the spool at two different speeds. On the 8010 it lays seven coils parallel, then four diagonally (these figures vary, but only slightly, on other Aero reels). The free flow of line on casting has to be experienced to be believed. Friction, the great enemy, has been almost neutralised. AeroSpool is phase two of the same battle. Friction also arises when line leaving a narrow spool has to climb an ever deepening frontlip. So Shimano have provided a longer, tapered carbon spool which dramatically reduces front of spool friction. Wider, tapered spools can be shallower while still retaining sufficient line. For all the Aeros these two features, working together, make casting a dream. There was a problem with long-nosed spools. They had to have external trip systems. Not any more. Shimano have incorporated the first true internal bail trip system - fitted, of course, with our famous, no fail bail arm spring. The oversized roller line guide also contains a ball bearing for smooth line retrieve.
