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Shimano 24 Vanford FA 2500SHG [Y135]

Name: Shimano 24 Vanford FA 2500SHG [Y135]
Brand: Shimano
Price: 280.00 CAD
Availability: OutOfStock

$280.00 CAD

Stock Nr. Y135

appearance 9.5/10
gears 9.5/10
bearings 9.5/10
drag washer 9.5/10

Shimano 24 Vanford FA 2500SHG – Mint Condition (Shallow Spool)

The Shimano 24 Vanford FA 2500SHG is a premium ultra-light spinning reel engineered for anglers who demand maximum sensitivity, fast response, and finesse performance. Featuring Shimano’s latest MagnumLite technology and a shallow spool design, the 2500SHG excels in technical finesse applications while remaining powerful enough for aggressive fish.

This reel is in mint condition, like new, and ready for serious finesse fishing.

Key Features

MagnumLite Rotor
Extremely light startup rotation for enhanced sensitivity and control.
Shallow Spool (SHG Model)
Optimized for light lines and finesse presentations.
High Gear Ratio (5.8:1)
Retrieves 86 cm per crank, ideal for fast lure control and quick hooksets.
CI4+ Lightweight Construction
Ultra-lightweight at only 175 g, reducing fatigue during long sessions.

Specifications

Hand Retrieve: Right or Left-Handed
Weight: 175 g
Gear Ratio: 5.8:1
Max Drag: 4 kg
Line Retrieve: 86 cm per crank
Bearings: 7+1

Line Capacity:

Mono: 5-110, 6-95, 8-70
FC: 4-130, 5-100, 6-80
Braid: PE 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120

Applications & Fishing Style

The Vanford FA 2500SHG is designed for high-performance finesse fishing, where sensitivity and precise lure control are critical.

Perfect for:

Technical finesse applications
Fishing clear water with light lines
Fast-response spinning techniques

Best Lures & Techniques

This reel performs exceptionally well with:

Drop shot & Ned rigs – maximum sensitivity and control
Wacky rigs & weightless soft plastics – natural presentations
Small swimbaits & jig heads – precise retrieves
Jerkbaits & minnows – responsive line pickup
Topwater finesse lures – quick slack management

Ideal lure range: ~2 g to 15 g (1/16 – 1/2 oz)

Target Species

Perfect for:

Smallmouth Bass
Largemouth Bass (finesse)
Trout
Walleye
Perch

Recommended Rod & Line Setup

Rod: Light to Medium-Light spinning rod (6’6” – 7’2”)
Line:
- Fluorocarbon: 4–8 lb
- Braid: PE 0.4–0.8 with fluorocarbon leader

Recommended pairings:

Shimano Poison Adrena Spinning
Shimano Expride Spinning
Daiwa Steez Spinning
Shimano Zodias Spinning

Why Choose This Reel?

Ultra-lightweight and extremely sensitive
Shallow spool optimized for finesse fishing
Fast retrieve for modern spinning techniques
Premium Shimano smoothness and refinement

Condition

Mint condition
Like new
Smooth and fully functional
Ready to fish immediately

Frequently asked questions

Yes. We carefully inspect every item before listing it to ensure it is 100% original and authentic.
If any parts have been upgraded or modified, we clearly state it in the product description.
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