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Shimano Ultegra FD
Sale price
$200.00 CAD
Regular price
$280.00 CAD
Pickup available at Lababass temporary warehouse
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Description
The Shimano Ultegra FD spinning reel combines advanced technology with robust CoreSolid construction for dependable performance. Featuring InfinityXross, it extends the HAGANE gear surface to evenly distribute load and reduce wear, boosting durability. InfinityDrive ensures smooth, efficient winding even under heavy strain, while the flexible polymer Anti-Twist Fin promotes even line lay and fewer wind knots. Designed for serious anglers, this reel offers a blend of strength, precision, and reliability at an accessible price point.
Specification Chart
How to Choose Your Reel
Quick Rule of Thumb
- Freshwater bass, all-around use: 2500 or 3000
- Finesse only: 1000–2000
- Light saltwater: 3000–4000
- Heavy salt/surf: 5000+
Understand the Spool Size Numbers
- 500–1000 Ultra-light: trout, panfish, finesse bass
- 2000–2500 Light freshwater: bass finesse, walleye
- 3000 All-around bass, inshore light saltwater
- 4000 Larger freshwater species, inshore salt
- 5000+ Monster level freshwater, Heavy saltwater, surf, big game
Consider Weight & Balance
- Light rod + heavy reel = tip-up feel (tiring for finesse work)
- Heavy rod + small reel = tip-heavy feel (bad for balance and casting comfort)
- Usually, 2500–3000 balances well on a 6’6”–7’ medium or medium-light rod.
Bass Fishing Techniques & Lures
- 1000–2000: Micro jigs, small spoons, tiny minnows, Ned rig (1/32–1/16oz), small topwater pencils
- 2500: Ned rig, drop shot, wacky rig, Neko rig, weightless Texas, 3–4” jerkbaits, small poppers, 1/4oz crankbaits
- C3000 (Shallow): 4–5” jerkbaits, 3/8oz crankbaits, finesse chatterbaits, small swimbaits, light Texas rig, small walking topwaters
- 3000 Deep Spool: Mid-size jerkbaits (110 size), 1/2oz crankbaits, chatterbaits, 3–4” paddle tails, heavier Texas rigs, small lipless (VIB)
- 4000: Large jerkbaits, 3/4oz crankbaits, chatterbaits, large topwaters, inshore swimbaits, spinnerbaits
- 5000+: Oversized swimbaits, big topwaters, heavy chatterbaits, saltwater metal jigs, big plugs