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Shimano strives for technological excellence and this manufacturer has been a cutting-edge leader in the big game arena. The Shimano name means “total efficiency,” a concept that represents the ultimate response to the two main challenges of sport fishing: casting and retrieving. Shimano trolling and bait-casting reels are incomparable.

TIAGRA 30WLRSA

KEY ITEM MFG WT LINE CAPACITY LOW HI PRICE GEAR GEAR TIAGRA 2-SPEED SERIES A SHMTI30WLRSA SHIMANO 55 oz 570/50 1.7:1 3.9:1 $599.99 SHMTI50A SHIMANO 83 oz 600/50 1.3:1 3:1 $649.99 SHMTI50WA SHIMANO 86 oz 850/50 1.3:1 3:1 $699.99 SHMTI50WLRSA SHIMANO 86 oz 600/80 1.3:1 3:1 $699.99 SHMTI80WA SHIMANO 115 oz 950/80 1.3:1 3:1 $899.99 SHMTI-130A SHIMANO 174 oz 130/1000 1.2:1 2.2:1 $1,299.99 TLD GRAPHITE SERIES SHMTLD15 SHIMANO Trolling-3/0 600/16 450/20 4.2:1 $169.99 SHMTLD20 SHIMANO Trolling-4/0 450/30 300/50 3.6:1 $179.99 SHMTLD25 SHIMANO Trolling-6/0 450/40 350/50 3.6:1 $189.99 SHMTLD20IIA SHIMANO Trolling-4/0 450/30 300/50 1.7:1 4:1 $299.99 SHMTLD30IIA SHIMANO Trolling-6/0 450/40 350/50 1.7:1 4:1 $309.99 B SHMTLD50IILRSA SHIMANO Trolling-9/0 440/80 700/50 1.4:1 3.5:1 $409.99 BEST SELLERS

TIAGRA 50WLRSA

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TLD GRAPHITE Powerful, light and durable, the Lever-drag TLDIIA reel offers 2 speed versatility, salt-resistant A-RB and all of the performance you can handle. The feature highlights of these 2 speed reels are: the ergonomic power handle, (for the 20 and 30 only), and the offset ergonomic power grip for the 50, only — along with an aluminum spool, graphite frame and graphite side plates. TIAGRA 2-SPEED SERIES The 2-speed Tiagra reels feature cold-forged aluminum spools as well as machined aluminum frames cut from solid aluminum pipe stock for incredibly strong, rigid frame with no flex. Fitted with 4-A-RB ball bearings, (6 in the 130 model), and treated with Shimano’s Permalube, these bearings not only last up to ten times longer than standard bearings, but also provide the TIAGRA 130A reel with unparalleled free spool for quick drop backs and exceptional live bait presentation. The side plate screws are chromeplated to resist corrosion in the harsh marine environment that anglers often encounter. All reels are equipped with offset ergonomic power handle that allows for natural hand, arm, and wrist movement. Constructed of Septon, the grip material, is not only soft to the touch, but also retains all gripping capabilities when wet.

TLDII50LRSA

KEY ITEM MFG WT LINE CAPACITY LOW HI PRICE GEAR GEAR TALICA 2 SPEED SERIES TAL12II SHIMANO 25.7 oz 50/700, 65/400 yds 3.1:1 5.7:1 $549.99 TAL16II SHIMANO 26.5 oz 65/485, 80/430 yds 3.1:1 5.7:1 $549.99 C TAC20IICAM SHIMANO 32.4 oz 65/725, 80/575 yds 2.3:1 5.2:1 $639.99 TAC25IICAM SHIMANO 33.5 oz 80/730, 100/470 yds 2.3:1 5.2:1 $659.99 CALCUTTA SERIES D CT-400B SHIMANO 11.7 oz 14/260 17/200 20/160 5:1 $239.99 CT-700B SHIMANO 18.2 oz 17/420 20/310 25/240 4.7:1 $309.99 TRINIDAD TN16NA SHIMANO 19.3 oz 50/370 yds 6.2:1 $479.99 TN16A SHIMANO 19.4 oz 50/530 yds 6.2:1 $479.99 TN20A SHIMANO 19.8 oz 65/375 yds 6.2:1 $489.99 E TN30A SHIMANO 20.5 oz 65/515 yds 6.2:1 $499.99

TALICA 2 SPEED SERIES Shimano Talica is the pinnacle of the small, 2-speed lever drag reel market. Designed from the ground up to be an excellent casting reel with an ultra-smooth and powerful drag system to handle long battles. These reels were purpose built to take advantage of modern braided lines and shorter fluorocarbon leaders. Talica Reels are available in sizes to tackle a variety of offshore fish from the football size tuna, to record setting class pelagic species. setting class pelagic species.

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E CALCUTTA SERIES The Shimano Calcutta series includes the best baitcasting reels in the world. These reels feature a onepiece, forged aluminum frame, SUPER STOPPER, clicker and Shimano’s variable brake system. Shimano’s Calcutta 400 and 700 reels are available with a levelwind to guide the line evenly on the spool. If you enjoy more casting and retrieving of artificial lures, the Calcutta levelwind model is your best choice.

TRINIDAD The first time you catch a fish on the Trinidad, you’ll be amazed at the combination of speed and power, and what that can mean in landing big fish. The new 6.2:1 speed, massive main gear and new power handle all work together to provide exceptional performance. If you want a reel with the power to grind on a tuna or get a big fish off the bottom, Trinidad is the right choice! The new Trinidad is lighter, smaller, and more compact. This is the best casting reel available.

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A BAITRUNNER SERIES The Shimano Baitrunner provides a secondary drag system that allows an angler to feed out line in tension-controlled freespool with the bale closed. This enables the angler to feed the line out, let the fish take the bait and run, while still maintaining line control with the bale closed. The Baitrunner gives you the ultimate fishing advantage, whether you’re dropping bait back to fish from your boat or working jetties for stripers. B

THUNNUS CI4 BAITRUNNERD The new Thunnus CI4 Baitrunner is lightweight and has the power to stop big fish. This new reel is constructed with carbon materials that stand up to the high impact situations of all salt water fishing. They are up 7 oz. lighter than the older models without sacrificing any power in the reel . With the new drag system in the main drag and in the baitrunner drag the Thunnus CI4 is the most efficient spinning reel on the market today.

STELLA SW C The new Stella SW C from Shimano has once again raised the bar. Featuring a full metal HAGANE Body and cold-forged HAGANE Gears for longevity and ultimate smoothness. Coupled with Shimano’s Infinity Drive Technology + SilentDrive, winding torque has been increased by up to 30%. Shimano’s new Heatsink Drag System reduces spool temperatures by up to 100 degrees! X-Protect and X-Shield further protect Stella SW C for many years of high performance. NEW C

KEY ITEM MFG WT LINE CAPACITY HI PRICE GEAR BAITRUNNER SERIES A BTR4000D SHIMANO 13.5 oz 8/240 10/200 12/160 4.8:1 $169.99 BTR6000D SHIMANO 20.1 oz 10/300 12/215 16/170 4.8:1 $179.99 BTR8000D SHIMANO 21.7 oz 14/295 17/250 20/195 4.8:1 $189.99 BTR12000D SHIMANO 30.0 oz 12/550 16/350 20/215 4.4:1 $199.99 THUNNUS BAITRUNNER SERIES SHT6000CI4 SHIMANO 18 oz 30/245 yds 4.8:1 $279.99 SHT8000CI4 SHIMANO 19.4 oz 50/290 yds 4.8:1 $289.99 B SHT12000CI4 SHIMANO 27.7 oz 65/310 yds 4.4:1 $309.99 STELLA BRAIDED LINE STLSW14000XGC SHIMANO 23.8 oz 50/400, 65/315, 80/240 6.2:1 $999.99 C STLSW18000HGC SHIMANO 30.9 oz 50/600, 65/400, 80/360 5.7:1 $1099.99 STLSW20000PGC SHIMANO 31.2 oz 65/490, 80/400, 100/340 4.4:1 $1099.99 STLSW30000C SHIMANO 34.4 oz 65/900, 80/700, 100/570 4.4:1 $1199.99 SARAGOSA SPINNING REELS BRAIDED LINE D SRG6000SWAHG SHIMANO 16 oz 30/295, 50/195, 65/140 5.7:1 $259.99 SRG8000SWAHG SHIMANO 23.8 oz 40/340, 50/265, 65/215 5.6:1 $279.99 SRG18000SWAHG SHIMANO 32.3 oz 50/600, 65/440, 80/360 5.7:1 $349.99 SRG20000SWAHG SHIMANO 33 oz 65/490, 80/400, 100/340 4.4:1 $399.99 SRG25000SWAHG SHIMANO 33.9 oz 65/630, 80/520, 100/440 4.4:1 $399.99

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SARAGOSA SW A The all new Saragosa SW A features enhanced capabilities to dominate the midrange spinning reel market. Benefiting from an IPX8-rated waterproof body, waterproof Cross-Carbon Drag and X-Protect, creating long-lasting durability. Saragosa SW A is built to stay smooth no matter the conditions and perform when needed most.

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SOCORRO The new Socorro is a great addition to our line of Shimano reels.

#1 Level Wind

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The new Shimano Twin Power Spinning Reel has great power, durability, and reliability under any situation. The Twin Power Reel includes the Hagane Reel Design Concept for the ability to fight big, powerful fish. This reel matches up great with the new Shimano Ocea Plugger rods, found on page 14. G TEKOTA The new Tekota 500 and 600HGA series have an increased gear ratio, is more durable, and has the S-compact body design.

H TORIUM High Speed 6.2 to 1 gear ratio

KEYITEM WT LINE HI PRICE GEAR SOCORRO SERIES E SOC5000SW 15.5 oz 20/245, 30/225, 40/175 4.6:1 $129.99 SOC6000SW 15.7 oz 30/290, 50/195, 65/140 4.6:1 $129.99 SOC8000SW 22.6 oz 40/340, 50/265, 65/215 4.9:1 $129.99 SOC10000SW 23.5 oz 50/360, 65/290, 80/215 4.9:1 $129.99 TWIN POWER F TP4000SWBXG 12.5 oz 20/205 BRAID 6.2:1 479.99 TP5000SWBXG 14.8 oz 30/225 BRAID 6.2:1 519.99 TP8000SWBPG 22.4 oz 50/265 BRAID 4.9:1 619.99 TP10000SWBPG 22.9 oz 65/295 BRAID 4.9:1 619.99 TP14000SWBXG 22.9 oz 65/315 BRAID 6.2:1 619.99 TEKOTA SERIES G TEK500HGA 15.5 oz 12/440, 14/340, 16/285 BRAID 6.3:1 $209.99 TEK501HGA (left hand) 15.5 oz 12/440, 14/340, 16/285 BRAID 6.3:1 $209.99 TEK600HGA 16.4 oz 40/540, 50/460, 65/330 BRAID 6.3:1 $219.99 TEK601HGA (left hand) 16.4 oz 40/540, 50/460, 65/330 BRAID 6.3:1 $219.99 TORIUM H TOR30HGA 19.8 oz 65/515 BRAID Max Drag 24 lb. 6.2:1 $249.99 TOR20HGA 19.2 oz 65/375 BRAID Max Drag 24 lb. 6.2:1 $239.99 TOR16HGA 18.9 oz 65/330 BRAID Max Drag 24 lb. 6.2:1 $229.99 LIGHTWEIGHT TORIUM The new Shimano Lightweight Torium is a solidly built Star Drag reel perfect for live bait or bottom fishing. Packed with features like Super Stopper, Cross Carbon Drag, Anti Rust Bearings, and High Efficiency Gearing that gives you great ratios at 6.2 to 1.

At Okuma Fishing Tackle we deliver more than just fishing gear. We deliver the motivation to hit the water, the energy to maintain focus and the excitement that injects every cast with high expectations. The advanced materials, dynamic design and commitment to longevity contained in each of our fishing reels and fishing rods are not simply a means to an end. They're the foundation of a better and more complete fishing experience. Okuma Fishing Tackle is developed to inspire your passion for fishing, both on and off the water. Whether you fish for bass, tuna or marlin, when the sun rises tomorrow, a new opportunity will be born. The Makaira trolling reels come in gold and silver. Please specify when ordering.

KEYITEM WT LINE MAX PRICE CAPACITY - MONO DRAG MAKAIRA 2 SPEED TROLLING REELS - Gold A MAK16II 40 oz 870/20 500/30 48lb $548.99 MAK20II 45.8 oz 870/25 530/40 55lb $548.99 MAK30II 50 oz 850/30 550/50 55lb $558.99 MAK50WII 65 oz 900/50 560/80 85lb $629.99 MAK80WII 116 oz 1000/80 660/130 100lb $913.99 MAK130II 167 oz 1570/80 1000/130 100lb $1217.99 A

KEYITEM WT LINE MAX PRICE CAPACITY - MONO DRAG MAKAIRA 2 SPEED TROLLING REELS - Special Edition Silver B MAK16IISEa 40 oz 870/20 500/30 48lb $588.99 MAK20IISEa 45.8 oz 870/25 530/40 55lb $588.99 MAK30IISEa 50 oz 850/30 550/50 55lb $608.99 MAK50WIISEa 65 oz 900/50 560/80 85lb $669.99 MAK80WIISEa 116 oz 1000/80 660/130 100lb $943.99 MAK130IISEa 167 oz 1570/80 1000/130 100lb $1217.99 MAKAIRA BIG GAME TROLLING REELS With sizes to meet the demands of big game fishing worldwide, the Okuma Makaira Reels set a standard that will advance the ability and redefine the expectations of tournament crews, long-range anglers and private boaters everywhere.

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MAKAIRA SPINNING REELS combine forged and machined aluminum framing, side plates and rotor with a complete forged and machined stainless steel drive system. To maximize cranking power, Maikaira Spinning Reels come either Left or Right handed retrieve. Please specify when ordering.

Makaira Spinning Reels are backed by Okuma’s 5-Year Limited Warranty! SPECIFY COLOR WHEN ORDERING B

THE ULTIMATE BIG GAME SPINNING REEL KEYITEM WT LINE MAX PRICE CAPACITY - BRAID DRAG MAKAIRA SPINNING REELS - Left Hand Retrieve MK10000LS 28.2 oz 415/50 290/65 55lb $730.99 MK20000LS 32.5 oz 490/65 400/80 66lb $832.99 C MK30000LS 36.7 oz 700/80 570/100 66lb $913.99 MAKAIRA SPINNING REELS - Right Hand Retrieve MK10000RS 28.2 oz 415/50 290/65 55lb $730.99 MK20000RS 32.5 oz 490/65 400/80 66lb $832.99 MK30000RS 36.7 oz 700/80 570/100 66lb $913.99

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