BAITCAST REELS

BAITCAST

150HG

PERFECT FOR THE AVIDTIGER BAKU BAKU OR DOTERA FISHERMAN THE ENGETSU150HG REEL IS PURPOSE BUILT TO FISH SLIDING HEAD LURES.

Featuring for the first time in the NZ market Shimano’s unique Fall Leaver system which increases free spool tension allowing the angler to slow the lures decent once it reaches the bite zone. Normally sliding lures get hit on a slow retrieve but the Fall Leaver increases the chance of the lure getting hit on the drop too. To round this off the Engetsu 150HG features an oversized EVA power handle, Hagane alloy body, micromodule gears, exciting drag, X-protect water proofing system and a capacity on 200m of PE1.5. When paired with the new Engetsu XR B66MSR rod (page 65) you have an absolute snapper slaying machine.

FALL LEAVER

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MODEL DESCRIPTION BRAID CAPACITY (PE/M) GEAR RATIO RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) BEARINGS DRAG POWER (KG) WEIGHT (G) RRP

21ENGETSU150HG ENGETSU 150 HG 1.5/200 7.8:1 78 8+1 4.5 220 $399.99

THE GRAPPLER 30 IS A PRECISION REEL, DESIGNED FOR LURE FISHING. ANGLERS WANTING A HIGH QUALITY SMALL REEL, SPECIFICALLY FOR FISHING SLIDER LURES WILL SPECIFICALLY FOR FISHING SLIDER LURES WILL APPRICIATE EVERY ASPECT OF THE GRAPPLER APPRICIATE EVERY ASPECT OF THE GRAPPLER 300.

Very light weight in the hand at 325gms, but with an incredibly strong HAGANE frame for rigidity and feel. incredibly strong HAGANE frame for rigidity and feel. Micromodule gearing paired with X-Ship creates a Micromodule gearing paired with X-Ship creates a smoothness that the modern angler demands. Once smoothness that the modern angler demands. Once picked up, it is very hard to put down.

MODEL DESCRIPTION

17GRAP300HG GRAPPLER 300 HG

BRAID CAPACITY (PE/M) GEAR RATIO RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) BEARINGS DRAG POWER (KG) WEIGHT (G) RRP

2/380 6.2:1 84 5+1 7 325 $629.99

THE SHIMANO TRANX IS THE NEXT LEVEL IN SALTWATER RESISTANT BAITCAST REELS.

The Tranx incorporates Shimano’s class leading CoreProtect concept that maintains a smooth and free feel while winding. It is ideally suited to both freshwater and saltwater applications, ranging from light jigging, soft plastic use or casting hardbody lures. The Shimano Tranx baitcaster reels are not only ergonomic in the hand, packed with more than enough drag, durable and strongly built, but they are also highly water resistant.

MODEL DESCRIPTION BRAID CAPACITY (LB/M) GEAR RATIO RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) BEARINGS DRAG POWER (KG) WEIGHT (G) RRP

TRX200AHG

TRX300AHG

TRANX 200AHG 15/250 7.2:1 77 3+1 5.5 220 $319.99

TRANX 300AHG 20/300 7.6:1 100 5+1 8 330 $479.99

TRX301AHG TRANX 301 AHG LEFT HAND 20/300 7.6:1 100 5+1 8 330 $479.99

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TAKING THE LEGACY OF CURADO AND MAKING ITEVEN BETTER COMES THE NEW CURADO MGL 150HG REEL, THE BETTER COMES THE NEW CURADO MGL 150HG REEL, THE LIGHTESTAND MOST TECHNICAL CURADO YET. LIGHTESTAND MOST TECHNICAL CURADO YET.

Featuring the ultra-light weight, ported Magnum lite spool the Curado MGL is designed to minimise spool inertia meaning that not only does MGL is designed to minimise spool inertia meaning that not only does it easily cast very light lures it also stops spool backlash and over run it easily cast very light lures it also stops spool backlash and over run more confidently too. Featuring Cross Carbon drags, Micromodule gears, more confidently too. Featuring Cross Carbon drags, Micromodule gears, Hagane body, CI4 side plates and the SVS infinity braking system, the Hagane body, CI4 side plates and the SVS infinity braking system, the Curado MGL is a must have for all Baitcast fans. Curado MGL is a must have for all Baitcast fans.

MODEL DESCRIPTION BRAID CAPACITY (LB/M) GEAR RATIO RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) BEARINGS DRAG POWER (KG) WEIGHT (G) RRP

CUMGL150HG CURADO MGL 150 HG 15/200 7.4:1 74 6+1 6 180 $299.99

THE CURADO K SERIES BAITCAST REELS RE-DEFINE EVERYDAY PERFORMANCE AND SALTWATER DURABILITY.

The Curado K series represents the next chapter in the iconic Curado legacy, featuring the latest in Shimano’s innovative MicroModule gearing, X-Ship for smooth rotation, combined with the SVS Infinity Braking System for enhanced casting performance.

MODEL DESCRIPTION BRAID CAPACITY (LB/M) GEAR RATIO RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) BEARINGS DRAG POWER (KG) WEIGHT (G) RRP

CU200HGK CURADO K 200 HG 15/250 7.4:1 79 6+1 5 215 $279.99

FOR A LITTLE REEL, THE SLX BAITCASTER HAS A BIG HEART. HAS A BIG HEART.

Inside the SLX’s Hagane Body, brass gearing delivers reliable cranking power and three SUS bearings and one roller bearing cranking power and three SUS bearings and one roller bearing means everything turns smoothly. The reel incorporates a means everything turns smoothly. The reel incorporates a compact design that is comparable to a 70 sized Curado, compact design that is comparable to a 70 sized Curado, however, the reel has the same line capacity as Shimano’s however, the reel has the same line capacity as Shimano’s standard 150 sized reels, accommodating 150m of 20lb standard 150 sized reels, accommodating 150m of 20lb Power Pro. Power Pro. A longer 45mm Throw Handle working in conjunction with gear A longer 45mm Throw Handle working in conjunction with gear ratio of 7.2:1, means that the slow and methodical lure worker ratio of 7.2:1, means that the slow and methodical lure worker and the angler who likes a bit of speed are well covered by and the angler who likes a bit of speed are well covered by the SLX series. On top of this, max’ drag settings of between 5 the SLX series. On top of this, max’ drag settings of between 5 and 5.5kg provides some amazing stopping power should it be needed.

MODEL DESCRIPTION BRAID CAPACITY (LB/M) GEAR RATIO RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) BEARINGS DRAG POWER (KG) WEIGHT (G) RRP

THE GENPU SERIES IS RENEWED WITH A NEW DESIGN , AND MORE POWERFUL RETRIEVE.

The Shimano Genpu reel comes in both a left hand and right hand configurations with a powerhandle and Ci4+ handleknob for angler comfort. This model has enough line handleknob for angler comfort. This model has enough line copacity for mid to deep water fishing with braided line and copacity for mid to deep water fishing with braided line and ample frag for catching inshore species such as Snapper & ample frag for catching inshore species such as Snapper & Trevally. The 200 is perfect for designed for dropping lures with a slow retrieve.

MODEL DESCRIPTION BRAID CAPACITY (LB/M) GEAR RATIO RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) BEARINGS DRAG POWER (KG) WEIGHT (G) RRP

20GNPXT200PG GENPU XT 200 PG 20/200 5.5:1

20GNPXT201PG GENPU XT 201 PG 20/200 5.5:1 59 3+1 5 195 $209.99

59 3+1 5 195 $209.99

AN EXCITING MEMBER OF THE AFFORDABLE RANGE OF LOW PROFILE BAITCASTERS IS THE CAIUS 150, NOW WITH AN UPGRADED RED AND MATTE BLACK COSMETIC.

The Caius certainly looks the goods, but also delivers on performance. With three stainless steel bearings plus one roller bearing, VBS Braking System and Super Free Spool, casting is effortless and uncomplicated – something that’s essential for newbies. An upgraded gear ratio of 7.2:1 will really get those lures flying.

MODEL DESCRIPTION BRAID CAPACITY (LB/YARD) GEAR RATIO RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) BEARINGS DRAG POWER (KG) WEIGHT (G) RRP

FOR A REEL THAT WAS RELEASED IN THE MID 1990S, IT IS AMAZING THAT THE CALCUTTA B IS STILL ONE OF THE LARGEST SELLING BAITCASTERS ON THE MARKET.

Featuring a rich gold anodising, the Calcutta B is more saltwater resistant than ever before. Each model features a larger style handle with rubberised grips, Super Stopper, Assist Stopper, and runs smoothly on three of Shimano’s SA-RB Bearings plus one roller bearing.

MODEL DESCRIPTION MONO CAP (KG/M) CAPACITY DIA (MM-M) BRAID CAPACITY (LB/M) GEAR RATIO RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) BEARINGS DRAG POWER (KG) WEIGHT (G) RRP

TRBCAL4

CALCUTTA 400 B 10/300 0.35/300 30/350 5.0:1 61 3+1 8 331 $399.99

THE VERSATILE CORVALUS IS SUITED TO BAIT FISHING FOR SNAPPER

It has a die-cast aluminium frame, aluminium sideplate and spool, three A-RB bearings and one stainless roller bearing, a non-disengaging levelwind, and a quick takedown system for easy servicing. A 5.2:1 gear ratio suits most fishing applications, and the Variable Braking System (VBS) controls casts and prevents backlashes.

MODEL DESCRIPTION MONO CAP (KG/M) CAPACITY DIA (MM-M) BRAIDCAPACITY (LB/M) GEAR RATIO RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) BEARINGS DRAG POWER (KG) WEIGHT (G) RRP

TRCOV30

TRCOV40

CORVALUS 300 6/240 0.28/240

CORVALUS 400 10/300 0.35/300 20/300 5.2:1 56 3+1 5 310 $129.99

30/350 5.2:1 56 3+1 5 335 $139.99