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Shimano knows technology advances, techniques evolve, and styles change. However, the goals remain the same: to catch fish, be part of nature, and enjoy the sport of fishing. From simply relaxing at a secluded fishing hole or mountain stream, to winning a prestigious bass tournament or catching that gander marlin, the emotions experienced can be just as varied. Shimano understands the many different reasons people fish. That is why you will find a broad range of products, covering many applications and experience levels, on which Shimano has included the latest technological advances and designs so that you can rest assured that we have the tackle available for your particular situation. All that we leave to you is to simply enjoy your fishing experience.
The new Shimano Tekota (levelwind) reel represents a durable, high-speed reel that casts well and has been designed for years of comfort and ease of use...
The new Torium (non-levelwind) reels represent a durable, high-speed reel that casts well and has been designed for years of comfort and ease of use...
Featuring a Dartainium Drag and a new Metal Palming Ring, the Moocher GTPA gives you a smooth and powerful platform designed for comfort and fishability...
The new, compact profile lineup of Baitrunners can handle nearly any live-bait application from the new small 4000 size for freshwater and inshore species to the large 12000 size for Bluewater...
Featuring the new Propulsion and Paladin systems as well as the Aero Wrap II system, the new Stell FD features a magnesium frame and sideplate along with an aluminum rotor to achieve its light weight, while maintaining its strength.
Completely redesigned for 2007 under the SR-Concept, the Sustain FE features the new Paladin Gear Durability Enhancement, Propulsion Line Management System and Aero Wrap II Oscillation. The Sustain FE is further enhanced with a titanium coated spool lip for unparalleled castability.
With the Propulsion Line Management System, A-RB bearings and Fluidrive II, the versatile Solstace reel has unique performance features to fit your style...
Equipped with the Paladin Gear Durability Enhancement, Propulsion Line Management System and the Aero Wrap II, the Stradic FI brings a new standard to the word durability. Featuring a Waterproof Drag system. Shielded A-RB Bearings and sizes up to 8000.
For anglers looking for a larger-capacity reel that fishes live bait with ease, the new Thunnus spinning reels have an aluminum body and rotor to provide maximum strength and smoothness to handle any saltwater fishing scene...
Shimano FX front drag reels feature Super Stopper anti-reverse for solid hooksets, Varispeed for long, accurate casts, and Dyna-Balance for smooth retrieves.......
Utilizing the new CI4 material for construction, Stradic CI4 is the ultimate in lightweight reels designed for the ultra-finesse angler using lightweight fluorocarbon, braided or monofilament lines...
High Speed, Compact Leverdrags, with Powerful Gears and Drag Curves, designed for fly-lining live baits or chunks into the chum line on Long Range Stand-Up Tuna Boats...
A modification of the popular and reliable Calcutta TE series, the Calcutta TE 400LJV is part of the Lucanus system and boasts a host of features you would normally expect to see in a Calcutta TE 400...
Shimano has redefined the entire Calcutta series; many of the proven innovations that Shimano has developed over the years have been incorporated into the new Calcutta B baitcasting reels....
Winner of the 2003 ICAST Best of Show Award, Shimano's new Calcutta TE® DC baitcasting reel features the greatest innovation in reel technology in years...
TE stands for "Total Efficiency", a concept that represents the ultimate response to the two main challenges of the sport of fishing: casting and retrieving...
Loaded with features like Super Stopper anti-reverse and Easy Mag cast control, you can count on Shimano Callisto baitcasting reel to perform when needed.....