For extreme strength and game proficient fishing here is the Talica 50 II reel paired with the Status Bluewater bent butt rod combo.
The Reel
Get ready to do some serious fishing! The Shimano Talica 50 II 2-Speed Game Reel is designed using the latest in overhead reel technology. So whether it's soaking baits over deep reefs, deploying live baits or trolling lures in the deep blue waters around the coast the Shimano Talica 50 II Game Reel is ready to take on any challenge.
The Shimano Talica 50 II 2-Speed Game Reel has a one-piece cold forged (for extreme strength) and machined Aluminium frame that's treated with a proprietary surface process for cutting-edge corrosion protection. Shimano then added a lightweight cold forged aluminium spool, oversized HEG (High Efficiency Gearing) gears, waterproof carbon drag system and 6 S-ARB bearings for super slick operation. The Talica has been constructed to withstand massive drag pressures for their respective sizes and a carbon drag system has been waterproofed (when engaged) to handle salt water spray. Plus, its High Efficiency Gearing means that it has the power to fight fish well above its weight class.
The Shimano Talica is built on solid engineering principles that put this reel in a league of its own. This series offers a high-speed retrieve that you can use for jigging up brutal Kingfish from offshore structures where speed can make all the difference or use it to target Marlin and Tuna trolling lures or pitching out a bait to a fired up pelagic.
Features:
- E.I. Surface treatment
- Cold-forged and machined Aluminium frame and spool
- Topless design (no obtrusive crossbar)
- Oversized carbon drag washers (Ultra Drag)
- Waterproof drag (when engaged)
- Silent twin-pawl anti-reverse
- Ratcheting drag lever
- Preset knot with clicker
- HEG (High efficiency Gearing
- S-ARB Bearings (Shielded ARB Ball Bearings)
- Aluminium rod clamp
- Power handle
Specifications:
- Retrieve per crank: 114 / 51 cm
- Bearings: 6
- Max drag: 25 kg
- Mono cap: 37 kg / 306 m
- Drag type: LD
- Weight: 1556 g
- Powerpro Cap: 80 lbs / 1120 yds
- Gear ratio: 3.8:1 / 1.7:1
The Rod:
A combination of the Status Bent Butt and the classic Tiagra rod, the Shimano Status Blue Water Bent Butt Game Rod is built to tackle the most dynamic offshore and inshore sport fishing situations found throughout NZ's surrounding oceans. Featuring powerful E-Glass/carbon construction, this rod has extreme strength whilst still maintaining comfortable feel, making it perfect for fishing using electric reels, and both Tiagra and Talica reels. This rod is finished with Pac Bay guides with Aftco roller tip, and a detachable Pac Bay bent butt.
Features:
- E-Glass/carbon blank
- Pac Bay guides
- Aftco roller tip
- Pac Bay bent butt (detachable)
- Ideal for use with electric reels, Tiagra and Talica game reels
Specifications:
- Pieces: 2
- Line weight: 24-37kg
- Blank type: Graphite/e glass
- Grip assembly: Full length EVA
- Guide type: Pac Bay/Aftco Roller Tip
- Gimbal type: Pac Bay Bent Butt
- Reel seat: Pac Bay
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