SHIMANO TALICA A TAC20IIA 2-SPEED LEVER DRAG CONVENTIONAL REEL
Achieving unparalleled performance in all categories, the Shimano Talica A 2-Speed Conventional Reels are truly in a league of their own when it comes to offshore fishing reels. These lever drag power houses are purpose-built for anglers targeting powerful offshore species like tuna, billfish, and other hard-fighting pelagics. Known for their compact design and exceptional strength, the Talica A series combines Shimano's most advanced reel technologies with lightweight yet incredibly rigid construction. Whether you're trolling offshore, deep dropping, or fishing live bait for giant tuna, these high-performance lever drag reels deliver the power, durability, and smooth operation needed for demanding big game fishing. The Talica A is among the most highly recommended conventional reels by the experts at TackleDirect for nearly any offshore fishing application.
INFINITY DRIVE FOR ENHANCED CRANKING POWER
New to this second generation of Talica Reels is Shimano's Infinity Drive technology, engineered to reduce internal friction and improve cranking efficiency under extreme drag pressure. This advanced system significantly reduces rotational resistance, allowing anglers to turn the handle with up to 40% less effort when fighting powerful fish. The result is smoother performance, greater control, and less fatigue during extended battles with large offshore predators.
POWERFUL DRAG FOR THE TOUGHEST FIGHTS
The Talica A series is equipped with Shimano's proven Cross Carbon Drag system, delivering incredibly smooth and consistent drag pressure across a wide range of settings. Designed for serious offshore fishing, the drag system provides the stopping power needed to control fast-running species while maintaining durability under extreme loads. Whether you're targeting giant bluefin tuna, marlin, or large pelagic fish, the Talica A offers the drag performance required to land trophy-class catches.
COMPACT STRENGTH WITH ADVANCED PROTECTION
Constructed with a rigid HAGANE aluminum body, the Talica A maintains perfect gear alignment even under heavy loads, ensuring long-lasting durability and efficient power transfer. Shimano also incorporates X-Protect technology to help guard against saltwater intrusion and corrosion, extending the life of the reel in harsh marine environments. The updated S-Compact body design is approximately 6% smaller than the previous generation, improving ergonomics and handling while maintaining the power anglers expect from a big game reel.
PRECISION TWO-SPEED PERFORMANCE
Designed for versatility on the water, the Talica A features a dependable two-speed gear system that allows anglers to quickly shift between a high-speed gear for rapid line pickup and a powerful low gear for maximum cranking torque. This flexibility is essential when fighting large fish that require both speed and leverage throughout the battle. Shimano also includes a Light-Line Drag Cam, providing a more gradual drag curve that is ideal for anglers fishing lighter lines or fluorocarbon leaders. This feature is a must-have for anglers targeting billfish like white marline and sailfish.
MODEL & SIZING BREAKDOWN
TackleDirect carries the full lineup of Talica A reels to ensure anglers get their hands on the perfect model for their specific application.
- TAC12IIA: A great size for use as an "all-around" boat reel. Ideal for light to medium-duty tuna jigging and heavy bottom fishing applications for grouper, big snapper, amberjack, and more. Suitable for sailfish and kingfish as well.
- TAC16IIA: Another "all-around" boat reel with an increased line capacity over the TAC12IIA. Ideal for jigging tuna, bottom fishing for big reef fish, and various kingfish and sailfish techniques.
- TAC20IIA: A versatile size for tuna fishing that can be used for lighter tackle trolling, chunking, and live baiting. This is a go-to size for heavy duty jigging and bottom fishing. Also perfect for sailfish kite fishing / trolling, as well as white marlin trolling.
- TAC25IIA: Great for tuna trolling, chunking and live baiting. Suitable for light wahoo trolling and a great white marlin trolling reel. Part of the new Ledge Runner wahoo and tuna trolling systems.
- TAC40IIA: A new size to the Talica lineup, this model bridges the large gap that existed between the 25 and 50 sizes. It is ideally sized for tuna and wahoo trolling, can be used as a blue marlin pitch reel, and can also be used as a daytime swordfish hand crank reel. Part of the new Ledge Runner wahoo and tuna trolling systems.
- TAC50IIA: Ideal for bluewater trolling targeting big tuna, big marlin, and wahoo. This is the best sized to be used as a blue marlin pitch reel and daytime swordfish hand crank reel as well. Part of the new Ledge Runner wahoo and tuna trolling systems.
KEY FEATURES
- Infinity Drive Technology: Reduces rotational resistance for smoother, more efficient cranking under heavy drag loads
- Two-Speed Lever Drag System: Instantly switch between high-speed retrieval and low-gear cranking power during fights
- Cross Carbon Drag System: Smooth, consistent drag pressure designed for big game species like tuna and billfish
- HAGANE Aluminum Body: Rigid, high-strength frame eliminates flex and improves durability in offshore environments
- X-Protect Water Resistance: Advanced protection helps prevent saltwater intrusion and corrosion
- S-Compact Body Design: Approximately 6% smaller body improves ergonomics without sacrificing strength
- Light-Line Drag Cam: Provides a more gradual drag curve for fishing lighter line setups
- S A-RB Bearings: Shielded, corrosion-resistant bearings designed for saltwater durability
DOMINATE THE BLUE WATER WITH HELP FROM TACKLEDIRECT
Offering unrivaled power, durability, and smooth performance, the Shimano Talica A is the ultimate lever drag reel for anything offshore. Whether you're trolling, live bait fishing, jigging, or deep dropping, the TackleDirect product experts are standing by to help you determine the perfect model for targeting large pelagic species including tuna, marlin, wahoo, and other powerful saltwater gamefish. Anglers can also browse our hand-picked Talica A rod and reel combos to take the guesswork out of figuring out the perfect set up for your application.
