The Best Spinning Reels In Its Own Class

SHIMANO STELLA 5000SW Spinning Reel - STL5000SW

Winner of the 2008 ICAST New Product Showcase Award for Best Saltwater Reel.

Smooth and durable, with high line capacity (up to 500 yards) , and drag, the Stella SW remains a favorite among high-stakes saltwater anglers. Now with the Propulsion, Paladin, and Aerowrap features, this S-Concept reel employs high-end Shimano technology to make sure that once you're hooked up, you'll land your catch. The Stella is the perfect reel to use with today's high speed butterfly jigging.

Features:

• Paladin Gear Durability Enhancement with Low Wear Rate Pinion Gear
• Propulsion Line Management System: Propulsion Spool Lip, SR One-Piece Bail Wire, Power Roller IV Oversized Roller with Overflange for the Ultimate in Line Protection, Redesigned Bail Trip, S-Arm Cam
• Aero Wrap II Oscillation
• Cold Forged Aluminum Spool: Proprietary Coating on Spool Lip is harder than a Ti coated Stainless Steel Spool Lip, Ceramic Coating on entire spool for extreme corrosion resistance
• Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) Coating on Line Roller
• SW Concept: Sw-Water Resistant Body, SW-Hyper Disk Drag (Twin Disk on 18000 & 20000 sizes), SW-Assist Stopper (except 5000 size), SW-Water Proof Drag, SW-Lightweight Ergonomic Handle Grips prevent premature bail trip
• SR Concept: SR-Balanced Body, SR-Slider, SR-3BB Oscillation, SR-Handle, SR-3-D Gear Design, SR-Floating Shaft, SR-Rigid Support System
• S Concept: S-Rotor, S-Guard, S-Shield Roller Clutch, S-Arm Cam
• S A-RB Bearings (Shielded A-RB)
• Twin Bearing Drag
• Super Stopper II
• Stopperless Design (No Anti-Reverse Switch)
• Septon Handle Grip
• Direct Drive Mechanism (Thread-In Handle Attachment)
• Fluidrive II
• Maintenance Port
• Aluminum Frame, Sideplate & Rotor
• Dyna-Balance

Specifications:
Model LineRet(in.) Line Cap(# Test/Yards) Max Drag (lbs.) BBearings RBearings Gear Weight (oz)

STL5000SW 40 10/240, 12/170, 14/135 29.0 14 1 6.2:1 14.3
STL8000SW 48 12/325, 16/235, 20/185 55.0 14 1 5.6:1 23.7

STL10000SW 50 12/500, 16/320, 20/220 51.0 14 1 5.8:1 23.5

STL18000SW 50 20/415, 25/340, 30/280 55.0 14 1 5.7:1 29.5

STL20000SW 41 20/460, 25/380, 30/320 55.0 14 1 4.4:1 30.2

DAIWA SALTIGA Z Spinning Reels - Daiwa Saltiga Z5000

Designed specifically for use with braid lines, Daiwa's Saltiga Spinning reels are probably the best spinning reels built today. These reels are tough enough to handle just about anything. The Saltiga Z is manufactored from a dense, non porous alloy with almost every interior and exterior moving part supported by and running on sealed stainless steel ball bearings. Rubber O Rings are used to seal every concievable entry point for water. Double O Ring seals are used to protect the huge drag washers. Counter sunk allen head bolts are used to secure the sealed side plate. The user is not expected to ever have to open this reel. In the highly unlikely event that it does need servicing, it's recommended to send it back to Daiwa.

Features:

• Digigear™ - digitally designed stainless and bronze alloy gears achieves more efficient meshing and a more powerful retrieve than much larger reels.
• Dual, full-time Infinite Anti-Reverse
• Zero Friction™ Mainshaft design for a smoother, more powerful retrieve
• Reverse-tapered, machined aluminum spool with cut proof Titanium Nitrided spool lip
• Fifteen ball and roller bearings
• Twist Buster® anti-line twist system with oversized ball bearing roller
• Rigid, ultra-precision aluminum alloy body, sideplate and rotor
• Super strong tubular stainless Air Bail™
• Bail lock prevents handle and rotor turning during a cast, never lose another plug on a cast.
• Manual bail trip for reliability
• Massive, ultra-smooth, water-resistant drag for superior performance wet or dry, double sealed to keep water out.
• Rubber O-rings are used to seal every conceivable point of entry of water

Specifications:

Line Capacity: Mono: 17/250, 20/185, 25/140 Braid Estimate: 40/440, 50/330

Bearings: 14BB, 1RB

GearRatio: 4.3:1

Weight: 29oz

Line Per Handle Turn: 39.8”

ABU GARCIA CARDINAL- Cardinal 500 ALB Reel

Aluminum-body spinning reel packed with features. Built with rugged durability and uncompromising quality. Engineered to deliver long life, the 500 ALB features a rugged aluminum body, 10-bearing drive with instant anti-reverse, machined aluminum handle, and high-performance gearing.

Abu Garcia has completely redone their Cardinal Series of spinning reels for the 2006 season. Sitting on top of the lineup are the redesigned Cardinal 500 ALB reels. Abu Garcia really lived up to their reputation with the Cardinal 500ALBi spinning reel. The Cardinals have always offered anglers a lot of features and performance for the money. Designed to be more durable and dependable than ever, the Abu Garcia® Cardinal® 500ALBi Spinning Reel’s rigid body and reel stem cover are made from corrosion-resistant X-Craftic™ aluminum alloy. The Cardinal 500ALBi features include a super-smooth 10-bearing system, heavy-duty Carbon Matrix Drag™ System, corrosion-resistant Duragear™ brass gears, Everlast™ Bail System, Instant Anti-Reverse™, and a spare spool.

These reels appear cleaner and more utilitarian in design. Gone are the wooden knobs, painted fames, and gold highlights. Instead the new reels are almost completely metallic in appearance with varying shades of metallic tones. The 300 series reels feature a darker titanium-like façade, while the 100 and the 500 have an aluminum and platinum tone finish.

Designed to be more durable and dependable than ever, the Abu Garcia® Cardinal® 500ALBi Spinning Reel’s rigid body and reel stem cover are made from corrosion-resistant X-Craftic™ aluminum alloy. The Cardinal 500ALBi features include a super-smooth 10-bearing system, heavy-duty Carbon Matrix Drag™ System, corrosion-resistant Duragear™ brass gears, Everlast™ Bail System, Instant Anti-Reverse™, and a spare spool

Specifications:

Model No. Bearings Capacity Gear Ratio Line Alarm Mag Brake Reel Wt/Oz Spool

C502ALB 10 6/175 5.1:1 Yes Graph 9.7 Alum

C501ALB 10 6/110 5.1:1 Yes Graph 7.6 Alum

C503ALB 10 8/180 5.1:1 Yes Graph 9.9 Alum

TEAM DAIWA - Fuego Series

Advanced, smooth and reliable, TD Fuego®-A spinning reels are designed to provide a higher level of overall performance. They’re also exceptionally light thanks to Daiwa’s exclusive “Zaion” construction. While this new super-carbon material feels as light as Magnesium, it offers unparalleled strength and corrosion resistance. Up to seven ball bearings, including corrosion-resistant CRBB bearings, plus a super-smooth waterproof drag, ensure unmatched smoothness and reliability in both freshwater and saltwater.

Features:

• Lightweight yet super strong “Zaion” body, rotor and sideplate construction.
• Up to seven ball bearings (including four CRBB corrosion resistant ball bearings) plus roller bearing
• Advanced Locomotive Levelwind
• ABS machined aluminum spool
• Free aluminum spare spool
• Digigear®: Digital gear design ensures a perfect mesh
• Washable Design: Sealed Drag System allows washing of the reel without forcing moisture, salt or debris inside.

Specifications:

Model Number Bearing GearRatio wt.Oz Line Cap lb./yard Drag Max

TD Fuego 1000A 4CRBB+3BB+1RB 4.7:1 7.9 6/80 4.4

TD Fuego 2000A 4CRBB+3BB+1RB 4.8:1 8.6 8/170,10/140 8.8

TDFUEGO3000A 4CRBB+3BB+1RB 4.8:1 8.3 10/200,12/170 15.4