Shimano STRADIC 5000 FK Reel

The Shimano Stradic 5000 FK XG Reel is simply a delight to use, with better balance in the hand. It features the X-Ship, which not only makes the fishing experience much more enjoyable with ultra-smooth retrieves, but also gives you more grunt when cranking in those larger saltwater species.

Every part has been designed to improve your experience on the water. The sleek G-Free body provides a better weight balance to reduce fatigue. Plus, the presence of Coreprotect on the roller clutch, the drag, the body and the line roller, indicate that this reel is going to be perfectly at home in the world’s harshest environment — saltwater. Whether you're casting light Rapala lures to Trout, softbaiting the wash or micro-jigging for Snapper, this reel eats it up!

Hagane Body and Gears
The new Shimano Stradic FK reel is enhanced by its Hagane Body and Hagane Gears, complementing the G Free Body design for better all-round performance. With amazing strength and durability, the Hagane gear is at the very heart of this reel - giving long-lasting smoothness and feel. Its entire surface is calculated in minute detail by 3D and formed by Shimano’s cold forging technology. And what's more, the reel’s rigid Hagane body is impact-resistant which virtually eliminates flexing – transforming each action into cranking power.

X-Ship
Together with the Hagane cold-forged drive gear, Shimano combined X-Ship technology which results in a smooth, powerful and durable reel. By supporting the pinion gear on both ends with bearings, the pinion gear maintains precise alignment with the drive gear. This means that the gears will stay in position under the heaviest loads. The added benefit is that friction between the spool shaft and gear are eliminated. This will enhance the casting performance of the reel with lighter lures, and allow for longer casts.

Shimano Stradic 5000 FK XG Reel Features:

• Hagane gears: precision cold forged drive gears
• X-ship: smoother and stronger precision gear system
• Hagane body: the high rigidity required to withstand unexpected shocks
• High-rigidity rotor: the powerful rotor effectively eliminates power loss
• Core protect: 360° all-weather water-resistant performance
• G Free Body: the center of mass of the reel is moved closed to the rod to improve weight and balance in the hand
• Super Stopper II
• CF Aluminium Cold Forge Spool
• Dyna-Balance
• Fluidrive II
• Power Roller II
• SR-Concept
• Propulsion Line Management System
• Aero Wrap II
• Increased bail opening angle
• Low friction roller clutch
• Large diameter stainless steel bail and drag knob
• Newly designed line clip
• Front drag

Shimano Stradic 5000 FK XG Reel Specifications:

• Product code: TRSTH50
• Retrieve per crank: 105cm
• Bearings: 6 + 1
• Max drag: 11kg
• Mono capacity: 6kg/178m
• Drag type: FD
• Weight: 320g
• Powerpro capacity: 20lbs/220yds
• Gear ratio: 6.2:1