• Hagane Body
• Hagane Gear system
• High crank power rating
• Aero Wrap II
• AR-C Spool
• Z-Ship
• Coreprotect
• One Piece Bail

Every couple of years it seems the Shimano technical people grab hold of the Stradic spin reel lineup and make a great reel even better. Well the 2016 reels continue that tradition big time. Firstly, a reel of this standing couldnt be without the new Hagane Body. This metal frame delivers high rigidity, so theres no flexing when under load and no loss of cranking power either. This is complemented by the Hagane Gear system not cut gear teeth, but 3D design cold forging for increased resilience and longer durability.

The new Stradics have an additional SA-RB bearing and theyre all high 6:1 to 6.2:1 plus gear ratios, so cast lures will really motor on the retrieve. Aero Wrap II, the AR-C spool, One Piece Bail and G-Free Body all demonstrate that these reels are going to be are a repetitive casters delight to use, with better balance in the hand. While the new gen Stradics can be used just about anywhere, the presence of Coreprotect on the roller clutch, the drag, the body and the line roller, indicate that these reels are going to be perfectly at home in the worlds harshest environment the salt.

Specifications

Bearings: 6+1
Drag Power: 11kg
Retereive Ratio: 6.2:1
Weight: 280g