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A pre-ICAST Preview of Daiwa's new TD Zillion Coastal reel
and updated Saltist lineup (continued)
 New
Saltist lever Drag Reels: For those looking for more muscle in a saltwater
reel than the inshore oriented Zillion Coastal Daiwa will also introduce eight
new Saltist Lever Drag reels which are designed to be paired with the company's
own Samurai Braid. To ensure the ultra smooth, ultra consistent performance
needed to control hard running, open-water species, drag systems are of Daiwa's
UT (Ultimate Tournament) design boasting Carbon drag material and stainless
washers.
The new Daiwa Saltist Lever Drag
reels feature a similar blue color treatment as the Zillion Coastal, these reels
are designed to be paired with the company's own braided Samurai lines
For maximum strength Daiwa utilized helical
stainless steel gearing which is firmly anchored within a rigid metal frame. The
angled, helical cut of the gears are designed to deliver quieter, smoother
winding than the straight-cut spur type gears often found in similar competitor
reels.
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Daiwa Saltist
Lever Drag Reels |
|
Model |
Action |
Ball |
Gear |
Weight |
Drag Max
(lb) |
Line
Capacity |
|
Number |
|
Bearings |
Ratio |
(oz.) |
Strike |
Full |
(Lb.
Test/Yards) |
|
TWO-SPEED REELS |
|
STTLD20-2SPD |
L |
6 CRBB |
6.3 :1 HIGH |
14.8 |
13.2 |
22 |
12/420, 14/350, 20/210 |
|
|
|
|
3.1 : 1 LOW |
|
|
|
(BRAID: 40/260, 50/200) |
|
STTLD30-2SPD |
ML |
6 CRBB |
6.3 :1 HIGH |
15.3 |
13.2 |
22 |
14/490, 20/295, 25/230 |
|
|
|
|
3.1 : 1 LOW |
|
|
|
(BRAID: 40/380, 50/280) |
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STTLD40-2SPD |
M |
6 CRBB |
6.3 :1 HIGH |
22.0 |
17.6 |
26.4 |
25/400, 30/270, 40/240 |
|
|
|
|
3.1 : 1 LOW |
|
|
|
(BRAID: 40/660, 50/490) |
|
STTLD50-2SPD |
MH |
6 CRBB |
6.3 :1 HIGH |
23.0 |
17.6 |
26.4 |
30/350, 40/310, 50/220 |
|
|
|
|
3.1 : 1 LOW |
|
|
|
(BRAID: 40/840, 50/630) |
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SINGLE SPEED REELS |
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STTLD20H |
L |
6 CRBB |
6.3 : 1 |
13.4 |
13.2 |
22 |
12/420, 14/350, 20/210 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(BRAID: 40/260, 50/200) |
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STTLD30H |
ML |
6 CRBB |
6.3 : 1 |
13.9 |
13.2 |
22 |
14/490, 20/295, 25/230 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(BRAID: 40/380, 50/280) |
|
STTLD40H |
M |
6 CRBB |
6.3 : 1 |
20.0 |
17.6 |
26.4 |
25/400, 30/270, 40/240 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
(BRAID: 40/660, 50/490) |
|
STTLD50H |
MH |
6 CRBB |
6.3 : 1 |
20.6 |
17.6 |
26.4 |
30/350, 40/310, 50/220 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
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(BRAID: 40/840, 50/630) |
To fully support the new drive train, Daiwa also
uses six of their exclusive CRBB ball bearings. Two-speed versions allow fast
transition between high power and high speed winding with a simple touch of your
finger or thumb. For greater reliability in a saltwater environment, the
optimized mechanism was designed to perform efficiently with fewer moving parts.
Single and two speed reels in the 20 and 30 sizes are scheduled to be on
retailer's shelves in late July 2009. Larger 40 and 50 sizes follow in December.
These reels will retail from $229.95 to $289.95 for the single speed reels
depending on size and action and $289.95 to $349.95 for the corresponding two
speed reels.
The Saltist LD reels feature a new
EVA cork knob for improved ergonomics. Notice the easy access switches right
above the knob on the handle shank
Daiwa's new Saltist Big Game Reels: For
those anglers looking for even more power to tackle top of the food chain
species Daiwa introduces four new Saltist Big Game lever drag reels designed
with rugged Aluminum-framed construction, massive stainless steel gearing and
heavy-gauge components throughout. These single and two-speed models not only
work well with standard monofilament lines, they like the Saltist LD reeks are
designed to let you take full advantage of today’s braided super lines for
handling hard-running Billfish and Tuna.
The new Daiwa Big game single
speed reels feature a stealthy black finish, but there is no composite frame
here, this new reel is built with a rugged aluminum frame and heavy gauge
components
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Daiwa Saltist Big Game Reels |
|
Model |
Action |
Ball |
Gear |
Weight |
Drag Max (lb) |
Line Capacity |
|
Number |
|
Bearings |
Ratio |
(oz.) |
Strike |
Full |
(Lb. Test/Yards) |
|
TWO-SPEED REELS |
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STTLD20T2SPDBIG |
MH |
7 CRBB |
4.7 :1 HIGH |
37.4 |
15.4 |
30.8 |
20/720, 30/480,
40/350 |
|
|
|
|
1.7 : 1 LOW |
|
|
|
|
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STTLD30T2SPDBIG |
H |
7 CRBB |
4.7 :1 HIGH |
38.5 |
15.4 |
30.8 |
30/620, 40/450,
50/340 |
|
|
|
|
1.7 : 1 LOW |
|
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|
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SINGLE SPEED
REELS |
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STTLD20THBIG |
MH |
7 CRBB |
5.1 : 1 |
34.9 |
15.4 |
30.8 |
20/720, 30/480,
40/350 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
STTLD30THBIG |
H |
7 CRBB |
5.1 : 1 |
36.2 |
15.4 |
30.8 |
30/620, 40/450,
50/340 |
The new two speed versions allow for fast
transitions between high power and high speed winding with a simple touch of
your finger. For greater reliability in a saltwater environment, the optimized
mechanism is designed to be ultra reliable. Another key feature is the dual-disc
drag. Like the disc brakes of a premium sports car, twin Carbon washer pads
sandwich the metal brake rotor to give Daiwa’s UT drag system ultra smooth,
ultra consistent performance.
The new Big Game single speed
reels feature the same EVA knob grip as the Saltist LD reels
A built-in main shaft bearing stabilizer (sleeved
shaft), a custom modification to many other reels, prevents side load on the
spool bearings for smoother winding and drag, regardless of drag tension
setting.
The Saltist Big Game two speed
models look more aggressive with the blue anodized handle, drag plate, and spool
Daiwa loads the reels with their CRBB bearings
which are made from ultra-hard stainless with an exclusive surface treatment for
improved corrosion resistance. All of these new Big Game reels feature an
ultra-rigid aluminum frame and left sideplate formed together as a single unit.
Ultra-rigid, this frame construction is designed to handle the torque under the
heaviest of loads, maintaining perfect alignment of internal components at all
times. The result is a quality combination of strength, winding power and speed.
All of the Saltist Big Game reels are scheduled to be on retailer's shelves in
late July 2009.
A closer look at the sweet blue
spool and accompanying components
Conclusion: Daiwa's new saltwater
casting lineup addresses everything from inshore applications to top of the food
chain big game. Designed with an emphasis on features and performance these new
reels share a common look and feel, and all of the new models place a greater
emphasis on performance for a reasonable price. Inshore anglers have plenty to
look forward to with the new Daiwa Zillion Coastal reels but many bass anglers
will be attracted to the improved corrosion resistance and stunning new blue
finish of this new addition to the popular series. Daiwa promises that this
sneak peek is just the beginning, so stay tuned for other exciting new
introductions in just a few weeks in Orlando at ICAST 2009.
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