“Evolution never stops”
Further
refinement of basic performance.
A palpable evolution has come to fruition
here.
The basic performance of spinning reels - reeling, durability, and flight - has
been further evolved. Equipped with Micromodule Gear II and SilentDrive, the
reel pursues reeling performance approaching that of flagship models. The new
HAGANE GEAR and X-Protect waterproofing mechanism make the new model even
stronger and more durable than the previous model. Furthermore, casting
performance has been improved by adopting a Long Stroke Spool for the first
time in its class. The new model enables anglers to approach points where lures
could not reach before. The Stradic, which offers a rich line-up of products
for a wide range of situations from light targets to big fish in the sea, has
achieved an evolution that approaches that of the flagship model.
PRODUCT TECHNOLOGIES
HAGANE
| HAGANE GEAR
| X SHIP
| X PROTECT
|
MICROMODULE Ⅱ |
· SILENTDRIVE |
COREPROTECT
| G FREE BODY
|
AR-C SPOOL |
LONG STROKE SPOOL
| SA-RB
| ONE-PIECE BAIL
|
· HAGANE BODY | SEAWATER |
· HAGANE
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 GEAR
With amazing
strength and durability, the HAGANE Gear is at the very heart of most Shimano
reels. Shimano, through the application of state-of-the-art technologies, gives
anglers the long-lasting smoothness and enjoyment that is felt when anglers
first use a reel, over and over again. No cutting work is applied to the teeth
of the drive gear during fabrication; instead, the entire surface is calculated
in minute detail by a special 3D design and then formed by Shimano's
cold-forging technology. The result is assured resilience. HAGANE Gear is the
result of Shimano's endless pursuit for durability — this strength and power of
forged metal continue to represent the fundamental concept of Shimano reels.
· X SHIP
X SHIP provides
improved gear performance. Large diameter drive gear, optimally positioned
pinion gear and drive gear, and two points bearings supported pinion gear
produce light reeling under load.
*Excluding 500
· X PROTECT
For medium and
small general-purpose spinning reels, which require lighter spinning, we
focused on a non-contact structure that does not compromise the lightness of
the spinning. In addition to conventional water-repellent treatment, a
labyrinth structure that suppresses water penetration is combined to achieve
high water-resistant performance despite the non-contact nature of the
structure. It is used in the stopper bearing section and line roller section.
Large reels for saltwater, a contact-type water-resistant structure is used for
large spinning reels that require higher water-resistant performance. By
physically cutting off the entry path of seawater with a low-sliding seal
member, high water-resistant performance is achieved while suppressing
rotational resistance. The stopper bearing and line roller parts are adopted,
and the stopper bearing part in particular achieves a water-resistant rating
equivalent to IPX8.
· MICROMODULEⅡ
The MICROMODULE
Gear II has evolved with Shimano's unique manufacturing technology and a
state-of-the-art gear-tooth surface design. The drive and pinion gear surfaces
have been analyzed and updated from the ground up in Shimano's pursuit of
perfection to further improve the smooth gear feeling and reduce sound.
· SILENTDRIVE
The basic design of
the entire body and drive-related parts were reviewed one by one to reduce
minute rattles, gaps, and shaking between parts down to the smallest detail. It
provides smooth and quiet reel rotation.
*Excluding 500
· COREPROTECT
The water-repellent
treatment provides water-resistance even in the presence of minute gaps due to
the water bead formation effect. The water resist effect can be improved
without increasing rotational resistance. Furthermore, since there is no
contact, there is no abrasion and the waterproofing effect lasts longer.
*Excluding 500
· G FREE BODY
G FREE BODY
technology has been developed to shift the reel's center of gravity closer to
the rod. By moving the center of gravity closer to the angler’s hand, the G
FREE BODY helps to reduce fatigue and enhance casting comfort.
· AR-C SPOOL
The spool has a
special spool ring shape. This creates a rectifying effect on the line and
realizes both suppression of line trouble and long casting performance.
· LONG STROKE SPOOL
The LONG STROKE
SPOOL has a longer stroke compared to conventional spool designs. It
contributes to improved casting feel and distance.
· SA-RB
S A-RB bearings are
put through the same process as Shimano’s A-RB bearings but feature shields on
both sides of the bearings. These shields reduce the possibility of salt or
sand inhibiting the rotation of the bearing.
· ONE-PIECE BAIL
ONE-PIECE
BAILallows the line to travel unimpeded to the line roller. The seamless design
reduces friction and decreases the chance of tangles or the line catching on
the bail arm.
· HAGANE BODY
The use of
lightweight and rigid metals such as aluminum and magnesium firmly suppresses
deflection, distortion, and torsion of the reel. This protects delicate gear
meshing and enables smooth reeling.
· KAISUI OK
Models that can be
used in saltwater.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| ITEM CODE | MONOLINE CAPACITY (#TEST/YD) | WEIGHT (OZ) | BEARINGS | GEAR RATIO | RETRIEVE PER CRANK (IN) | POWER PRO BRAID (LB/YDS) | MAX. DRAG (LB) | TYPE |
STC5000XGFL
| 10/240, 12/195, 14/165
| 10.4 | 6+1 | 6.2:1 | 40 | 20/260, 30/235, 40/185
| 24 | SPINNING |
