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BIG PIT

from Shimano 2023 EN

by GOLDFISHING

from Shimano 2023 EN, page 340

BAIT

2500

4000 •Ultra lightweight Ci4+ body material delivers outstanding weight reduction •SHIMANO’s famous quick adjustment Fightin’ Drag allows easy drag adjustments whilst playing fish •2500 size has high gear 6.0:1 retrieve •Aero Wrap for improved line lay •Push button, quick release spool •Cold forged aluminium spare spool

BEARINGS: 5 + 1 SPOOL REDUCER 2500: 0.25mm-90m (x2) RD16808 SPOOL REDUCER 4000: 0.20mm-110m (x2) RD17135

STCi42500RA 255 6.0:1 0.20mm-240m 98 2.5 RD17094 STCi44000RA 310 5.2:1 0.25mm-260m 93 3 RD17114

GTM

•A classic SHIMANO reel that has established an enviable reputation for its looks, quality and performance •GTM reels have a super-fast retrieve ratio of 6.0:1 or 5.8:1 •SHIMANO’s famous quick adjustment Fightin’ Drag allows increase or decrease of the drag instantly •Pearl-white XT-7 body, rotor and double handle complimented by an AR-C Cold Forged aluminium spool •Push button, quick release spool

BEARINGS: 4 + 1

STR2500GTMRC 315 6.0:1 0.20mm-240m 88 2.5 RD13148 STR3000SGTMRC 345 6.0:1 0.25mm-140m 92 2.5 RD13165 STR4000SGTMRC 390 5.8:1 0.30mm-100m 95 3 RD13134

•SHIMANO’s famous quick adjustment Fightin’ Drag allows quick adjustments of the drag system •Single machined aluminium handle for increased winding power •Push button quick release AR-C spool for improved casting •Aero Wrap oscillation for excellent line lay •Power Roller reduces line twist

BEARINGS: 3 + 1 SPOOL REDUCER 2500: 0.25mm-90m (x2) RD16808 SPOOL REDUCER 4000: 0.20mm-110m (x2) RD17135

SUP2500GTRD 290 5.0:1 0.20mm-240m 82 2.5 RD17300 SUP4000GTRD 355 4.8:1 0.25mm-260m 86 3 RD17312

2500R

2500 DHR •A mid-level rear drag model with eye-catching stunning metallic platinum and gold finish •Excellent multi-disk rear drag system and Fightin’ Drag •Varispeed line lay prevents fine mono and braid bedding in under pressure

BEARINGS: 3 + 1

SH1000R SH2500R SH3000SR

255 5.2:1 0.20mm-140m 69 2 RD18273 275 5.2:1 0.25mm-160m 76 2 RD18291 280 5.2:1 0.25mm-140m 76 2 RD18299 SH4000R 335 5.1:1 0.30mm-180m 82 3 RD18307 SH2500DHR 320 5.2:1 0.25mm-160m 76 2 RD18291 SH3000SSDHHGR 355 6.2:1 0.18mm-130m 91 2 RD18302 SH4000DHR 375 5.1:1 0.30mm-180m 82 3 RD18307

•The CATANA RC perfectly fits the needs of anglers looking for a low-budget, but smoothly running rear drag reel •Designed for freshwater fishing, mainly aiming at Bolognese, tele trout and young anglers spin fishing for perch, pike or zander •The smoothly running drag has enough power to fish on commercials and fight carp and other hard-fighting fish

BEARINGS: 1 + 1

CAT1000RC 270 5.2:1 0.18mm-170m 69 2 RD18627 CAT2500RC 300 5.2:1 0.20mm-240m 76 2 RD18635 CAT3000SRC 300 5.2:1 0.18mm-240m 76 2 RD18639 CAT4000RC 370 5.1:1 0.30mm-180m 82 3 RD18641

2500 •Exceptional value for money offering smooth, assured performance across a wide range of fishing styles •Easily adjustable rear drag for confident fish-playing performance •Aluminium AR-C spool for improved casting performance •New design rotor offering good balance when retrieving at high speed •Higher grade composite material for lightness and strength

BEARINGS: 1 + 1

SN1000RE SN2500RE SN4000RE

270 5.2:1 0.18mm-170m 69 2 RD19009 300 5.2:1 0.20mm-240m 76 2 RD19016 365 5.1:1 0.25mm-260m 82 3 RD19019

BIG PIT REELS

On larger waters, where casting distance is essential, using the correct reel is as important as using the correct rod. SHIMANO’s Big Pit/Surfcasting reels, with Slow Oscillation, Super Slow Oscillation and the Parallel Body design add noticeable casting distance compared to other reels of the same size. Slow line oscillation wraps the line onto the spool in a more organised way, with the coils of line laying closer to the next one on the spool. On Parallel Body design reels the body of the reel is parallel to the blank of the rod, rather than the reel tilting slightly towards the rod. The combination of Slow or Super Slow Oscillation and Parallel Body offers the ultimate in distance casting performance.

44 BIG PIT TECHNOLOGY 46 AERO TECHNIUM MGS 48 FLIEGEN SD 49 POWER AERO XTB POWER AERO XSB 50 BULLS EYE SURF LEADER CI4+ SD 51 ULTEGRA CI4+ XTC ULTEGRA CI4+ XSC 52 ULTEGRA XTE / XSE 54 ULTEGRA XTD ULTEGRA XTD SPOD 55 ULTEGRA XSD ULTEGRA XSD COMP 56 SPEEDMASTER XTC / XSC 57 AERLEX XTB AERLEX XSB BEASTMASTER XB

NEW

BIG PIT TECHNOLOGY LONG RANGE

CASTING TECHNOLOGY

OFFERING THE ULTIMATE IN DISTANCE CASTING PERFORMANCE

PARALLEL BODY

SHIMANO’s Parallel Body technology ensures the rod and reel alignment is perfectly parallel. The axel and spool are parallel to the rod, minimising the amount of line slapping onto the blank between the spool and the first guide during the cast.

BENEFIT

Parallel Body increases the overall casting performance of a reel. It makes more precise and longer casting possible, and reduces the potential for tangling because there is less friction and line slap during a cast, especially in the area around the first guide.

RIGID CAST

Rigid Cast technology balances strength and lightness of the main shaft to withstand the impact of extreme casting force.

BENEFIT

Rigid Cast technology reduces deflection of the main shaft during extreme casting. This helps improve casting performance and especially accuracy by optimising the timing of the line release.

HI-SPEED DRAG

Hi-speed drag is SHIMANO’s fastest drag system and can change the drag setting from free-spool mode to fighting mode with only a very small turn to the knob located on the front of the spool.

BENEFIT

A very accurate and user-friendly free spool system. The angler can change the drag from free spool to fight settings in a split second. This provides optimal control and quick handling during the take and whilst playing a fish.

INSTANT-DRAG

SHIMANO Instant-Drag allows a quick adjustment of the front drag knob to take the reel from a current drag setting to free spool in just half a turn (and vice-versa).

BENEFIT

A very accurate and user-friendly free spool system. The angler can change the drag from free spool to fight settings in only a split second. This provides optimal control and quick handling during the take and the fight of a fish. It only takes a half turn (180 degrees) of the drag knob to close the drag. It’s incredibly simple, accurate and easy to use.

BENEFIT

Spool reducers reduce the line capacity of the spool preventing excessive use of additional line to achieve the correct spooling profile.

SPOOL REDUCERS

Spool reducers are plastic bands which are included with some reels (usually reels with a big spool capacity). They can be clicked on the spool, in order to reduce the spool capacity.

OSCILLATION

Slower spool oscillation reduces the speed the line travels up and down the spool on the cast. This results in less friction as line leaves the spool and reduced drag on the lead, which improves casting distance and accuracy.

STANDARD OSCILLATION

Up to 20 wraps per cycle. Outperforms the industry standard.

SLOW OSCILLATION

Up to 35-40 wraps per cycle. This slow oscillation exceeds almost all other manufacturers reels.

SUPER SLOW 5

A minimum of 45-55 wraps per cycle. This makes almost perfect parallel spooling possible and gives a huge improvement in casting distance and precision.

SUPER SLOW 10

A minimum of 95-110 wraps per cycle. This produces parallel line spooling and the best casting distance, control and precision possible.

BIG PIT REELS CAST FAR

CAST ACCURATE

•Magnesium Body and Ci4+ Rotor dramatically reduce weight while retaining the best in body strength and rigidity •Smooth and powerful winding through HAGANE

Gearing, X-SHIP, InfinityDrive and SilentDrive •Rigid cast for increased shaft strength, less vibration and line on spool friction for the most powerful casts •45mm spool design in conjunction with Super Slow

Speed 10 (107 Wraps) oscillation offers the next generation in casting distance potential •Single-machined, wind-into-gear folding handle, for zero play in use and transportation •Matching spare spool supplied including 3 different depth line reducers, per spool

SIZES: 14000 BEARINGS: 8 + 1 OSCILLATION: Super Slow 10 + Aero Wrap HANDLE: Single Aluminium SPARE SPOOL: 1 x Cold Forged Aluminium

XTD XSD

SPOOL REDUCER

3500 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.20mm-200m 6000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.30mm-200m 10000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.40mm-300m

ARTCMGS14000XSD 510 4.3:1 0.35mm-550m 103 20 RD21869 ARTCMGS14000XTD 510 4.3:1 0.35mm-550m 103 20 RD21937

BIG PIT REELS EXTREMELY

LIGHT

•Exceptionally lightweight, eye-catching surf reel •X-Protect prevents water getting into the inner workings of the reel by means of a labyrinth structure which does not impair rotation lightness •Equipped with X-SHIP and Ci4+ rotor as well as a Hi-Speed drag •G Free Body and Parallel Body to reduce the amount of line touching the blank when casting

BEARINGS: 8 + 1 OSCILLATION: Aero Wrap HANDLE: Screw in Single Aluminium

5SA60C000 490 3.5.1 0.25mm-260m 84 20 03658-0138

10000

14000XTB

•Equipped with innovative technological features like strong HAGANE Gear and HAGANE Body, X-SHIP to provide maximum power and smoothness •X-Protect prevents water ingress into the inner workings of the reel without reducing winding resistance •Compact body compared to spool size creates a sleek profile and reduces weight •The Parallel Body, in combination with the superb line-lay of the Super Slow 5 System, increases casting performance •Hi-Speed drag, which is even faster than Instant Drag, enables you to switch instantly from a free running spool to fighting mode with only a very small turn of the drag knob

SIZES: 14000 BEARINGS: 8 + 1 OSCILLATION: Super Slow 5 + Aero Wrap HANDLE: Screw in Single Aluminium SPARE SPOOL: 1 x Cold Forged Aluminium

14000XSB

SIZES: 14000 BEARINGS: 8 + 1 OSCILLATION: Super Slow 5 + Aero Wrap HANDLE: Screw in Single Aluminium SPARE SPOOL: 1 x Cold Forged Aluminium

SPOOL REDUCER

3500 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.20mm-200m 6000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.30mm-200m 10000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.40mm-300m

SPOOL REDUCER

3500 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.20mm-200m 6000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.30mm-200m 10000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.40mm-300m

9100

•A true workhorse surf casting reel with immense winding power making it ideal for large leads or rough ground fishing •Ideal for long distance casting with heavy leads •Hi-torque gear ratio of 3.5:1 creates massive cranking power •Aero Wrap II produces excellent line lay for increased casting performance •Shallow spool is ideal for both braid and mono lines

BEARINGS: 5 + 1 OSCILLATION: Slow Oscillation + Aero Wrap HANDLE: Screw in Single Aluminium

14000

•Designed for ultra long surf casting with thin braided lines •X-Protect technology gives high level water protection, ensuring excellent performance whilst retaining lightweight rotation •Parallel Body design with Slow Oscillation for increased distance casting performance •Hi-Speed Drag can be adjusted from zero to maximum drag in just one turn of the control knob •Shallow spool (0.20mm - 250m) for fine diameter lines •G Free body for improved balance •AR-C cold forged aluminium spool

BEARINGS: 4 + 1 OSCILLATION: Aero Wrap HANDLE: Screw in Single Aluminium

5SE44A910 540 3.5:1 0.50mm-215m 84 20 03273-0008 5SE44A912 540 3.5:1 0.50mm-260m 84 20 03274-0111

14000XTC 14000XSC

•Ci4+ delivers a substantial weight saving on the compact body making rod speed easier to generate when distance casting •Super Slow 5 Oscillation (14000), Slow (5500) line lay and an AR-C spool fitted with Hi-Speed drag mechanism increase casting performance •X-Protect will guarantee to protect the reel’s inner parts against intrusion from water and dirt •G Free Body in combination with Parallel Body will help to achieve long and accurate casts without unnecessary fatigue •The very compact body design contributes to the excellent balance of this compact, lightweight big pit reel

SIZES: 5500, 14000 BEARINGS: 5 + 1 OSCILLATION: Super Slow 5 + Aero Wrap (14000), Slow + Aero Wrap (5500) HANDLE: Single Aluminium SPARE SPOOL: 1 x Cold Forged Aluminium •Ci4+ delivers a substantial weight saving on the compact body making rod speed easier to generate when distance casting •Super Slow 5 Oscillation (14000), Slow (5500) line lay and an AR-C spool fitted with Hi-Speed drag mechanism increase casting performance •X-Protect will guarantee to protect the reel’s inner parts against intrusion from water and dirt •G Free Body in combination with Parallel Body will help to achieve long and accurate casts without unnecessary fatigue •The very compact body design contributes to the excellent balance of this compact, lightweight big pit reel

SIZES: 5500, 14000 BEARINGS: 5 + 1 OSCILLATION: Super Slow 5 + Aero Wrap (14000), Slow + Aero Wrap (5500) HANDLE: Single Aluminium SPARE SPOOL: 1 x Cold Forged Aluminium

SPOOL REDUCER

3500 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.20mm-200m 6000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.30mm-200m 10000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.40mm-300m

ULTCi45500XTC 440 5.3:1 0.30mm-390m 105 15 RD18814 ULTCi414000XTC 540 4:3.1 0.35mm-550m 103 20 RD18515

SPOOL REDUCER

3500 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.20mm-200m 6000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.30mm-200m 10000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.40mm-300m

ULTCi45500XSC 440 5.3:1 0.30mm-390m 105 15 RD18799 ULTCi414000XSC 540 4:3.1 0.35mm-550m 103 20 RD18489

BIG PIT REELS FEEL IT

BELIEVE IT

NEW

• HAGANE Gear for long lasting smoothness and power • X-SHIP and InfinityDrive for efficient winding under pressure •Super Slow 5 Oscillation for increased long range casting •Ci4+ Body for reduced weight and increased body rigidity •RigidCast and Parallel Body for enhanced casting •Fast action Instant Drag for efficient fish-playing •Cold Forged Aluminium AR-C spool

SIZES: 14000 BEARINGS: 4 + 1 OSCILLATION: Super Slow 5 + Aero Wrap HANDLE: Screw in Single Aluminium SPARE SPOOL: 1 x Cold Forged Aluminium

XTE XSE

SPOOL REDUCER

3500 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.20mm-200m 10000 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.40mm-300m

ULT14000XSE 585 4.3:1 0.35mm-550m 103 20 ULT14000XTE 585 4.3:1 0.35mm-550m 103 20 -

5500XTD 5500XTD SPOD

•X-SHIP gearing for maximum winding power and efficiency even under pressure •Slow Oscillation with Aero Wrap for amazing casting performance •AR-C spool also increases distance casting •Parallel Body design ensures reel is perfectly positioned for distance casting •Super fast Instant Drag spool system (only one turn required from on to off) •Supplied with 1 spare Cold Forged Aluminium spool and 4 line reducers

SIZE: 5500 BEARINGS: 4 + 1 OSCILLATION: Slow + Aero Wrap HANDLE: Single Aluminium SPARE SPOOL: 1 x Cold Forged Aluminium

SPOD

•X-SHIP gearing for maximum winding power and efficiency even under pressure •Super Slow 5 Oscillation with Aero Wrap for amazing casting performance •AR-C spool also increases distance casting •Parallel Body design ensures reel is perfectly positioned for distance casting •Super fast Instant Drag spool system (only one turn required from on to off)

SIZE: 5500 BEARINGS: 4 + 1 OSCILLATION: Super Slow 5 + Aero Wrap HANDLE: Single Aluminium

SPOOL REDUCER

(5500) 3500 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.20mm-200m (5500) 4500 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.35mm-220m

5500XSD 35XSDCOMP

SIZE: 5500 BEARINGS: 4 + 1 OSCILLATION: Slow + Aero Wrap HANDLE: Single Aluminium SPARE SPOOL: 1 x Cold Forged Aluminium

COMP

SIZE: 3500 BEARINGS: 4 + 1 OSCILLATION: Super Slow 5 + Aero Wrap HANDLE: Single Aluminium

SPOOL REDUCER

(5500) 3500 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.20mm-200m (5500) 4500 - Shallow line reducers x2 0.35mm-220m

This article is from:

Shimano 2023 EN

by GOLDFISHING