Talica to the rescue

SHIMANO says its all new Talica is a high-speed, castable lever drag reel that is set to become a favourite of sports fishers around the world.

A one-piece cold forged (for extreme strength) and machined aluminium frame is 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.

Capable of ultra-high drag pressures, the carbon drag system has been waterproofed (when engaged) to handle big sea sprays and splashes which become inevitable when fishing the stones or offshore dropping jigs.

The range features 6 sizes – 8, 10, 12, 16, 20 & 25 available in both single and 2-speed gearing (20 and 25 size only available in 2 speed).

More info: www.shimanofish.com.au

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