{"product_id":"shimano-24-metanium-dc-71hg-y063","title":"Shimano 24 Metanium DC 71HG [Y063]","description":"\u003cp\u003eStock Nr.[Y063]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eappearance 8.5\/10\u003cbr\u003egears 9.5\/10\u003cbr\u003ebearings 9.5\/10\u003cbr\u003edrag washer 9.5\/10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv 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data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"372\"\u003eGear Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.1:1 (High Gear)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zfqlbj\" data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"415\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"408\"\u003eMax Drag:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"117znfz\" data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"454\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"446\"\u003eLine Retrieve per Crank:\u003c\/strong\u003e 76 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w740e\" data-start=\"455\" data-end=\"479\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"470\"\u003eBearings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 + 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18tgaja\" data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"537\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"482\" data-end=\"507\"\u003eMono Capacity (lb-m):\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-100, 14-90, 16-80, 20-65\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"542\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"162vu57\" data-start=\"544\" data-end=\"579\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"548\" data-end=\"579\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Fishing Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"604\"\u003eMetanium DC 71HG\u003c\/strong\u003e combines Shimano’s advanced \u003cstrong data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"672\"\u003eDigital Control (DC) braking system\u003c\/strong\u003e with a lightweight, rigid frame—offering unmatched casting precision and consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"997\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"789\"\u003e7.1:1 high gear ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it ideal for techniques where speed and quick line pickup are critical, while the DC system helps reduce backlash and improves casting distance, even in windy conditions or when throwing lighter lures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"15uhmuq\" data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1035\"\u003eBest Lures \u0026amp; Techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eThis reel excels in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1056\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003ereaction and moving bait techniques\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as controlled precision casting:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ehx8kt\" data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eSpinnerbaits \u0026amp; Chatterbaits\u003c\/strong\u003e – Maintain consistent retrieve speed and react quickly to strikes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k37cda\" data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eLipless Crankbaits\u003c\/strong\u003e – Cover water efficiently with smooth, high-speed retrieves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ry9zry\" data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003eTopwater (Walking Baits \u0026amp; Poppers)\u003c\/strong\u003e – Instant slack pickup for better lure control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1iex5c7\" data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1482\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eJerkbaits\u003c\/strong\u003e – Precise cadence with responsive line control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"185d034\" data-start=\"1483\" data-end=\"1557\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1485\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003eLight Texas Rigs \u0026amp; Swim Jigs\u003c\/strong\u003e – Accurate casting with DC assistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ue7j71\" data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1568\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eTarget Species\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18hma0t\" data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003eLargemouth Bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"106bjkv\" data-start=\"1607\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003eSmallmouth Bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1wu3ls\" data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1637\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eRecommended Rod Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1665\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003eTo maximize the performance of the Metanium DC 71HG, pair it with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1enry6n\" data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eRod Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6’8” – 7’2”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"p5a83c\" data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to Medium-Heavy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ferlu4\" data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1816\"\u003eAction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003eIdeal Combos:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bnz79w\" data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1907\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eMedium \/ 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