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Tackle Test Shimano Vs Big Pit Baitrunner
What a month it has been for the carp anglers of the U.K. and abroad. As is normally the case at this time of year the fish have really started to feed well and some massive fish have been caught.
The British record has been rattled by no less than three different 50lbs plus carp which incredibly came out over the same weekend. Forties are throwing themselves onto the banks at most of the big fish venues around the U.K., and some even bigger fish have been caught from faraway lands. So here is my take on Shimano rods and reels.
Tackle Test Shimano Big Pit Baitrunner
As continental carping gets more popular, and anglers are casting greater distances in the U.K., there has been a demand for bigger and better reels. The two big players in the reel game are of course Daiwa and Shimano. Both companies offer some stunning equipment but for a long time anglers have been requesting a baitrunner version of the larger reels. These have now been developed by Shimano and this has prompted a price war between the two giants. Daiwa haven’t actually got a baitrunner reel out, but they have now cut the price of their main big pit reels and are also offering a free baitrunner conversion. As a result a lot of shops have lowered the price for their Shimano reels to compete with Daiwa. So there has never been as good an occasion as now to get yourself some new reels. Now, whilst I have not got hold of any of the Shimano reels myself, I have had a good look and play with them and they are something special. The main problem is that they seem to be so popular that rocking horse droppings are easier to get hold of. Upon initial investigation they are quite bulky but they have to be, to accommodate the massive gearing and baitrunner system that is housed in the rear body of the reel. They are however as smooth as silk to reel in, and the baitrunner facility itself is faultless and similar to the smaller Shimano Baitrunners, being located at the rear of the reel. Blue in colour, they look the part and at an average price of £115.99 per reel they won’t damage the bank account too much if you want to upgrade.
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Shimano TLD: Shimano Reels For Your Biggest Game Fish
For all those fishing enthusiasts, whether fishing as a hobby or fishing as a sport, and anybody who wish to go into fishing one day, Shimano TLD is simply the best reels to bring in the biggest game fishes. Whether it is freshwater fishing or saltwater fishing, all your fishing needs can be found in the long line of Shimano product list. Shimano TLD has been developed after a thorough research and tests to perfect its catching ability and precision. A lot of time has been devoted to the development and marketing of Shimano TLD that in the end, it made Shimano reels one of the best and most precise spinning reels in the world. There are various Shimano reels that you can choose from. Get acquainted with the different Shimano reels to better gauge the type that is right for you.
Front Drag Reels
Shimano front drag reels have built-in multi-disc systems and use a more technologically advanced system than other reels in the market. It works superiorly over any other reels as it has features of its own like its spool micro adjustment that is capable of fitting into the line.
Rear Drag Reels
Shimano rear drag reels especially the Fighting Drag can adjust instantly when you are struggling with a fish. The adjustment may be done by merely moving and touching the lever of the Fighting Drag.
Mini Reels
Shimano Mini Reels are small ultra-light reels. They are a combination of light rods and light reels. Its size and weight are a great advantage, as they can be easily carried by hand without compromising performance.
P3
Shimano P3 is for power, precision, and performance. The Shimano P3 belongs to the category of Shimano “economy reels,” and it is the latest addition to the long line of Shimano products. It doesn’t mean that the P3, being more affordable or cheaper than other products, will not perform better than the other Shimano products. Shimano P3’s performance is guaranteed to perform like any other model as its quality will not fall short of the outstanding performance of other Shimano products.
Big Pit and Long Cast
Shimano Big Pit was originally designed for beachcasters. The special features of this Shimano Big Pit and Long Cast include its gigantic cranking powers, sturdy construction, and its spools have the capacity to handle big fishes. It is best recommended for frequent and long-range casting. This is becoming the favorite of carp anglers, pike anglers, and even catfish anglers.
Fly Reels
Shimano Fly Reels is absolutely the best looking fly fishing reels available in the market. While it is the most astonishing and the best looking of all fly fishing reels, its performance is unmatched compared to many other brands of fly reels. Shimano Fly Reels is precision-engineered to give the buyers an excellent value for his money.
Baitcasting Reels
Shimano Baitcasting Reels are completely small, compressed, and light-weight. The Shimano Reels was chosen for the UK lure fishing styles. Get your Shimano reels now and have a lifetime great and positive performance result. Visit them online at http://www.shimano.com
Robert Fuering is the owner of Sea Isle Tackle. At Sea Isle, we proudly offer a wide collection of Shimano Reels, including the Shimano TLD.