SHIMANO SLX Baitcasting Reel

Excelling in a range of finesse to close quarter power techniques, the Shimano SLX 70 A Baitcasting Reels are a versatile option that utilizes many advanced Shimano reel technologies to capitalize on performance. Its smaller 70 sized spool is coupled with Shimano's MGL Spool III, working collectively to deliver class leading casting performance. Startup inertia is greatly reduced, requiring minimal effort on the angler's part to achieve distance and accuracy. The time tested SVS Infinity braking system is a user-friendly addition for spool control, with all the interface to make quick adjustments on the fly when changing lures or adjusting to new weather conditions. Housing its advanced tech and internal workings, a Hagane metal body serves as the rigid framework. Frame flex is eliminated, leaving behind a rigid and robust platform ready for hard use. A great addition to the everyday anglers toolkit without breaking the bank, look to the SLX 70 A Baitcasting Reels from Shimano to boost your next trip on the water.

FEATURES:

• MGL Spool III thoroughly pursues low inertia and features a narrow-shape design with a width of 19 mm that reduces inertia by about 15% compared to the second-generation MGL Spool with a width of 22 mm. But even with a reduced width, the MGL Spool iii maintains line capacity with an outer diameter of 34 mm. The benefit of MGL Spool iii: unparalleled casting performance.
• SilentTune reduces the vibration of the bearing during high-speed rotation by applying slight pressure to the bearing holding the spool. This improves the quietness while casting and the rise of the spool rotation becomes even smoother.
• SVS Infinity is Shimano's newest innovation in brake system technology and provides easy-to-manage, consistent spool control and brake force. With brake weights that use inner friction against the raceway during the cast, SVS Infinity controls spool speed for precision casting, especially when using lighter lures. The external adjustment knob provides for quick, precise adjustments when anglers need to adjust to the conditions or when they switch baits.
• Cross Carbon Drag material provides a wider range of drag settings compared to traditional drag materials. The Cross Carbon Drag provides the smoothest Shimano drag performance ever while providing anglers with increased durability.
• S3D Spool technology leads to significantly reduced spool vibration. By designing and constructing a balanced and uniform thin-wall aluminum spool, S3D creates an incredibly smooth feeling when casting and retrieving lures.
• S A-RB Baitcasting Bearings are put through the same process as Shimano's A-RB bearings but the feature shields on both sides of the bearings. These shields reduce the possibility of salt or sand inhibiting rotation of the bearing.
• Super Free Spool eliminates friction on the spool shaft during the cast. Standard baitcasting reels are constructed in a way that when the clutch bar is pressed down, the pinion gear is freed and can actually drag on the spool shaft. This creates friction that can limit the length of a cast. But baitcasting reels with Super Free Spool are constructed so that the pinion gear is supported by the ball bearing. When the clutch is disengaged in preparation for a cast, the pinion gear and spool shaft are kept in perfect alignment. The result: zero friction is placed upon the spool shaft and enhances casting performance.
• Hagane is a Shimano reel design concept created to withstand continual use and extreme abuse. Hagane is an innovation with built-in toughness and durability that works alongside Shimano's precision engineering. Hagane is for all anglers.
• Hagane Body Baitcastingis a metal reel body with high rigidity. THe body rigidity and impact resistance virtually eliminates body flexing on the reel while fighting fish. The result transforms the angler's actions directly into cranking power, increasing efficiency through strength.

SPECS:

• SLX70HGA
  • Gear Ratio: 7.2
  • Max Drag: 12 lbs
  • Weight: 6.9 oz
  • Mono Line Capacity: 10-105, 12-85, 14-70 lbs-yds
  • Powerpro Line Capacity: 0-115, 30-105, 40-80 lbs-yds
  • Line Retrieve Per Crank: 28"
  • Ball Bearings: 4/1
• SLX71HGA
  • Gear Ratio: 7.2
  • Max Drag: 12 lbs
  • Weight: 6.9 oz
  • Mono Line Capacity: 10-105, 12-85, 14-70 lbs-yds
  • Powerpro Line Capacity: 20-115, 30-105, 40-80 lbs-yds
  • Line Retrieve Per Crank: 28"
  • Ball Bearings: 4/1