Saltwater Jigging / Topwater Combos

The team at Shimano fishing NZ have developed a dynamic and versatile series of rods that has been designed to fit directly in to the kiwi market. The shimano vortex family features a power-carbon blank specially designed to take the knocks, an integrated glass tip so as to retain sensitivity from the bite to the fight and also enhance overall performance without compromise. 

These features allow kiwi anglers to take full advantage of the more traditional bait fishing techniques including the perfect match for the shimano baitrunner series, surfcasting options, landbased rock fishing, straylining with overhead reels and deploying baits in to the benthos for hapuku and the like. 

The Shimano Vortex rod range has been designed by kiwi fishos for kiwi fishos - it's as simple as that! 

Rod specifications:

• Pieces: 1
• Line weight: 15-24 kg
• Lure weight: n/a
• Blank type: power-carbon
• Grip assembly: eva
• Length: 1.67 m / 5'5 ft
• Guide type: zirconia guides
• Action: medium-fast
• Gimbal type: rubber gimbal
• Reel seat: graphite

The Reel:

The lightweight Torium is a solidly-built star-drag saltwater reel perfect for live bait or bottom-fishing applications. Packed with features like super stopper, cross carbon drag, a-rb (anti-rust bearings) and high efficiency gearing (heg), the torium has it where it counts.

Shimano's Torium a series reels have been designed to create a compact, rigid and powerful salt water overhead reel with excellent castability and the durability expected by saltwater anglers.

Features include: compact design using s-compact body. Power, rigidity, durability. The key elements to the new torium reels, the s-concept body feature results in a reel that feels one size smaller in your hand, plus offers durability. The b side sideplate (a side has the handle, drag adjustment and cast control knob) is all one piece, contributing to both rigidity and in-the-hand palming comfort.

E.I. Surface treatment to improve corrosion resistance. With e.I. A second layer of surface treatment is added after the anodizing process. This treatment is forced into any micro sized surface impurities, giving salt no place to adhere and no chance for corrosion to start. Cross carbon drag giving the reel smother and more durable drag performance. The ideal material for the high drag pressure setting, with smoothness and consistent performance.

Reel specifications:

• Model - tor16pga
• Description - torium 16pga
• Mono cap (kg/m) - 9/295
• Capacity dia (mm-m) - 0.46/293
• Capacity power pro (lb/yard) - 50/330
• Gear ratio - 4.6:1
• Retrieve per crank (cm) - 86
• Bearings - 3+1
• Drag power (kg) - 15
• Drag type - star
• Weight (g) - 550

The Torium PG Reel, is born out of the popularity of the HG series to fill angler demands of a quailty, powerful low ratio jig reel. With 15kg of MAX drag, this reel punches high and issuitable to the offshore and coastal fisherman.

The new Torium PG Shimanos flagship HAGANE body and cross carbon drag system and a unique powerhandle.

The new Torium PG jig reel, looks and feels in the hand.

Features & Specifications:

• Torium PG 20 Retrieve Per Crank - 86cm
• Bearing - 3+1
• Max Drag - 15 kg
• Mono Cap - 15 kg / 280m
• Drag Type - Carbon
• Weight - 560g
• Approx Braid Cap - 310 yds / 80lbs
• Gear Ratio - 4:6:1

Shimano Abyss Jigging Rod

This jigging rod is durable and lightweight setup designed to handle heavy use, such as charter fishing or for the avid angler. Great for game fishing!

Shimano Abyss SW Spin Jigging Rod Features:

• Lightweight yet very strong
• Completes MSL tests of well over specified line ratings at 45 and 60 degrees
• Tough enough to handle the rigours of heavy use
• Shimano T45 graphite blanks
• Fuji SiC/SiN II guides
• Aftco/Fuji reels seats
• Pieces: 1
• Length: 5ft 3in
• Rating: PE8

The newly released 2020 Saragosa model is packed with upgrades to deliver great cranking power and increased durability. The new range incorporates top tier Shimano technologies such as Infinity Drive, X-Protect, X-Shield, X-Ship, Hagane Body and Hagane gear into its lightweight compact body. The newly designed compact body has been engineered to reduce the weight across the entire series, improving the reels handling and balance. The X-Protect water resistance system offers a IPX8 waterproof body and improves the line roller durability.

Specifications:

• Bearings: 5+1
• Oscillation: Varispeed II
• Handle: Screw in Single Aluminium
• Weight: 710g
• Gear ratio: 6.2:1
• Capacity dia.: 0.40mm-330m
• Retrieve per crank: 135cm
• Drag power: 15kg

The Rod - 

2015 sees this new topwater rod and a new look for the highly successful back bone range. They are now lighter, stronger, more powerful aswell as cosmetically appealing. The 2014 Shimano Backbone-Elite range includes 28 rods that continue Shimano's dedication to producing superb quality rods at genuinely reasonable prices.
The Shimano Backbone-Elite range, are built on exceptionally high quality composite blanks. All rods are heavy duty and have moderate and fast actions, they are finished with top quality Shimano Soft Touch reel seals, guides and bindings. The comprehensive Shimano Backbone-Elite series covers a diverse range of line classes and fishing styles, from freshwater, to inshore and heavy saltwater use. This rod at 8ft2 is ideal for targeting those XOS kingis using stick baits and poppers with braid line weights up to 80lb.

Rod Specs - 

Pieces: 2
Line Wt. (kg): 50-80LB
Blank Type: 24/30 Ton Graphite
Grip Assembly: Eva
Length: 8ft2
Guide Type: Ceramic
Action: Medium Fast:
Gimbal type: Rubber Gimbal
Reel Seat: Shimano soft touch

Shimano Torium 20a High Speed Overhead Reel Features: 

• Dartainium
• A-rb 
• Heg geaaring
• Cf aluminium cold forged spool
• Super stopper
• Oversize clicker mechanism
• Multi-washer star drag

Shimano Torium 20a High Speed Overhead Reel Specifications:

• Model - tor20pga
• Description - torium 20pga
• Mono cap (kg/m) - 10/300
• Capacity dia (mm-m) - 0.46/384
• Capacity power pro (lb/yard) - 80/310
• Gear ratio - 4.6:1
• Retrieve per crank (cm) - 86
• Bearings - 3+1
• Drag power (kg) - 15
• Drag type - star
• Weight (g) - 560

The Rod - 

Shimano Backbone Elite Overhead/Jig Rod 24/37kg - 400gr

All models are built to take the knocks, with slick butts, gold anodised gimbal and reel seat, and long fighting fore-grips make each battle with a big fish a pleasure. 

Shimano backbone elite overhead jigging rod features:

• High quality composite blanks
• Heavy duty
• Fast acting
• Top quality bindings
• Top quality guides

Shimano backbone elite overhead/jig rod 24/37kg 400gr spec's:

• Make shimano
• Model: backbone elite overhead/jig 
• Line weight: 24/37kg
• Length: 1.65m (5'5")
• Jig weight: 400gr
• Palm grip reel seat
• Pieces: 1
• Guide type: sea guide
• Action: moderate/fast
• Gimbal type: alloy
• Reel seat: fuji
• Blank type: graphite/glass

The Iconic Twin Power SW series is taken to new heights with the release of the 2021 series.

The inclusion of the infinity Drive reduces handle rotation torque by a maximum of 30% when compared to the previous series. The X Protect seal and labyrinth structure repels water intrusion, with the line roller and clutch assembly, the mechanism is more than ten years more durable according to shimanos internal tests. The new striking silver and blue cosmetics have been pair with a polished metal handle and power knob to finish the reel off superbly. Engineered to the highest standard for the world's hardest fighting saltwater species.

Features:

• S-ARB Bearings
• Hagane Body
• Hagane Gear
• Silent Drive
• X-Protect

Specifications:

• Retrieve Per Crank 134 cm
• Bearings 11+1
• Max Drag 25 kg
• Drag Type Carbon
• Weight 635 g
• Gear Ratio 6.2:1

The ROD:

A kingfish battler! Ready to take on the toughest of battles. 

Shimano Grappler Type C S82H Topwater Spin Rod Features:

• Smooth loading of the blank
• Sensitive rod tip
• Good line tension control to cater to changing fishing conditions
• Spiral X
• Hi-Power X
• Double-footed MN guides

Shimano Grappler Type C S82H Topwater Spin Rod Specifications:

• Length: 8'2 (2.49m)
• PE Rating: PE8
• Lure rating: 150g
• Type: Topwater Spin
• Sections: 2

The Shimano Talica is Shimanos lever drag series.

It also offers a high-speed retrieve that you can use for jigging kingfish and other species where speed can be the difference.

The Talica is available in both single speed and 2 speed options providing a wider range of applications from straight out lure fishing to battling deep water species. Each model has a one-piece machined Aluminium frame treated with a proprietary surface process for cutting-edge corrosion protection.

The Talica also features a lightweight cold forged aluminium spool, oversized HEG (High Efficiency Gearing) gears, waterproof carbon drag system and 6 S-ARB bearings for super smooth operation.

The Talica has been constructed to excert massive drag pressures for their respective sizes and a carbon drag system has been waterproofed (when engaged) to handle salt water spray.The Talica range features 4 sizes 8, 10, 12 and 16, while the High Efficiency Gearing means that they have the power to fight any NZ species well above their weight class.

Reel Specifications:

Retrieve per crank: 104cm 
Bearings: 6
Max drag: 18kg
Mono capacity:  9 kg / 320 m 
Drag type: LD
Weight: 655g
Braid capacity: 50 lbs / 700 yds 
Gear ratio:  5.7:1

The Rod - 

This jigging rod is durable and lightweight setup designed to handle heavy use, such as charter fishing or for the avid angler. Great for game fishing!

Features:

• Lightweight yet very strong
• Completes MSL tests of well over specified line ratings at 45 and 60 degrees
• Tough enough to handle the rigours of heavy use
• Shimano T45 graphite blanks
• Fuji SiC/SiN II guides
• Aftco/Fuji reels seats
• Pieces: 1
• Length: 5ft 3in
• Rating: PE8

The newly released 2020 Saragosa model is packed with upgrades to deliver great cranking power and increased durability. The new range incorporates top tier Shimano technologies such as Infinity Drive, X-Protect, X-Shield, X-Ship, Hagane Body and Hagane gear into its lightweight compact body. The newly designed compact body has been engineered to reduce the weight across the entire series, improving the reels handling and balance. The X-Protect water resistance system offers a IPX8 waterproof body and improves the line roller durability.

The newly released 2020 Saragosa model is packed with upgrades to deliver great cranking power and increased durability. The new range incorporates top tier Shimano technologies such as Infinity Drive, X-Protect, X-Shield, X-Ship, Hagane Body and Hagane gear into its lightweight compact body. The newly designed compact body has been engineered to reduce the weight across the entire series, improving the reels handling and balance. The X-Protect water resistance system offers a IPX8 waterproof body and improves the line roller durability.

Specifications:

• Bearings: 5+1
• Oscillation: Varispeed II
• Handle: Screw in Single Aluminium
• Weight: 710g
• Gear ratio: 6.2:1
• Capacity dia.: 0.40mm-330m
• Retrieve per crank: 135cm
• Drag power: 15kg

The Rod - 

THE JDM GRAPPLER REPRESENTS THE NEXT EVOLUTION IN OFFSHORE JIGGING AND CASTING.

Now featuring both Spiral X and Hi-Power X blank construction. The rods have been tested in the harshest of offshore environments around the world resulting in a line-up that is capable of grappling with the strongest of ocean predators. Available in dedicate model types to suit specific angler requirements.

Specifications:

• Length (Ft) - 8'2"
• Pieces - 2
• Line WT (PE)8 / Line WT. (G) - 150
• BLANK - HIGH POWER / SPIRAL X GRAPHITE
• Butt Assembly -FUJI/ FULL LENGTH EVA
• Guide - FUJI ALCONITE/ SIC TIP

The newly released 2020 Saragosa model is packed with upgrades to deliver great cranking power and increased durability. The new range incorporates top tier Shimano technologies such as Infinity Drive, X-Protect, X-Shield, X-Ship, Hagane Body and Hagane gear into its lightweight compact body. The newly designed compact body has been engineered to reduce the weight across the entire series, improving the reels handling and balance. The X-Protect water resistance system offers a IPX8 waterproof body and improves the line roller durability.

Specifications:

• Retrieve per crank: 102cm
• Bearings: 5+1
• Max drag: 15kg
• Mono cap: 8kg/300m
• Drag type: FD
• Weight: 680g
• Powerpro cap: 50lbs/406yds
• Gear ratio: 4.9:1

The Rod - 

The new backbone spin jigging rod is now stronger than ever, with a higher quality blank, good quality componentry and a new slick design that is bound to please.

Specs - 

• Length: 5ft 5in
• Pieces: 1
• Line weight: 50-80lb
• Lure weight: 400g
• Blank: Carbon
• Butt assembly: Full Length EVA
• Guide: SEA Guides

The Stella SW represents the pinnacle of innovation for Shimano reel technology and fish-fighting performance.

The new Stella SWC has been released with a number of significant upgrades that deliver Infinite Power across a full range of nine sizes - 4000, 5000, 6000, 8000, 10000, 14000, 18000, 20000 and 30000. Infinity Drive has been incorporated for light and powerful winding and the upgraded Heatsink Drag (10000 to 30000 sizes) provides superior drag performance under extreme heat.

Infinity Drive has been introduced to complement the existing X-Ship system to deliver light and powerful winding. This development removes any contact the inner part of the pinion gear has with the main shaft, as a high-sliding bushing supports it. A special skid coating has been incorporated to further reduce sliding resistance. As a result, handle rotation torque is reduced by 26% when compared to the conventional system, so winding, even under extreme load, is now even easier.

A water resistant rating of IPX8 is achieved through X-Protect and X-Shield with the aluminium Hagane Body acting as a rigid and super tough outer shell.  Now special X-Protect rubber gaskets have been incorporated into the line roller, making this mechanism ten times more durable than the previous model. A new and improved compact rotor design features in the 8000 sizes and has made the reel 50g lighter than the comparable Stella SW models. The HG models are designed for both casting and jigging, whereas PG is geared for jigging applications and XG for saltwater casting

Reel Specifications:

• Code: STLSW18000HGC
• Family Type: Saltwater Spinning
• Braid Line Capacity (#test/yd): 80/400
• Weight: 875g
• Bearings: 13+1
• Line Retrieve Per Crank: 134cm
• Gear Ratio: 5.7:1
• Max Drag: 28kg
• Line Capacity: 0.52mm / 310m

The Rod - 

THE JDM GRAPPLER REPRESENTS THE NEXT EVOLUTION IN OFFSHORE JIGGING AND CASTING.

Now featuring both Spiral X and Hi-Power X blank construction. The rods have been tested in the harshest of offshore environments around the world, resulting in a line-up that is capable of grappling with the strongest of ocean predators. Available in dedicate model types to suit specific angler requirements.

Specifications:

• TYPE C S82XH - TOPWATER
• Length (Ft) - 8'2"
• Pieces - 2
• Line WT (PE) - 10
• Line WT. (G) - 180
• BLANK - HIGH POWER / SPIRAL X GRAPHITE
• Butt Assembly -FUJI/ FULL LENGTH EVA
• Guide - FUJI ALCONITE/ SIC TIP

Featuring a Hagane body, Stella SW boasts a highly rigid metal construction. This means improved impact resistance and less body flex. At the heart of the reel, state of the art Hagane gears are cold forged for lasting durability and smoothness.

Infinity Drive Technology offers an seamless winding experience, optimizing winding torque by 26%.

Silent Drive further improves smoothness by eliminating worm shaft and drive gear play.

An all new Shimano Heatsink drag improves performance by transferring heat away from the spool, reducing spool surface temperature by up to 100 degrees.

X Protect and X Shield ensure your investment is guarded from the harsh elements of a saltwater environment so you can fish with confidence.

Features:

• MODEL - STLSW14000XGC
• DESCRIPTION - STELLA SWC 14000 XG
• MONO CAP (KG/M) - 9/238
• CAPACITY DIA (MM-M) - 0.40/330
• CAPACITY POWER PRO (LB/YARD) - 60/315
• GEAR RATIO - 6.2:1
• RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) - 134
• BEARINGS - 13+1
• DRAG POWER (KG) - 25
• DRAG TYPE - FD
• WEIGHT (G) - 675

The Rod - 

THE JDM GRAPPLER REPRESENTS THE NEXT EVOLUTION IN OFFSHORE JIGGING AND CASTING.

Now featuring both Spiral X and Hi-Power X blank construction. The rods have been tested in the harshest of offshore environments around the world resulting in a line-up that is capable of grappling with the strongest of ocean predators. Available in dedicate model types to suit specific angler requirements.

Specifications:

• TOPWATER
• Length (Ft) - 8'2"
• Pieces - 2
• Line WT (PE)8 / Line WT. (G) - 150
• BLANK - HIGH POWER / SPIRAL X GRAPHITE
• Butt Assembly -FUJI/ FULL LENGTH EVA
• Guide - FUJI ALCONITE/ SIC TIP

THE REEL:

Specifically designed for saltwater use. Cedros spinning reels feature a rigid aluminum body and rotor. Okuma's "Dual Force Drag" system for extreme stopping power, and our proprietary "High Density Gearing" with a special corrosion resistant coating. Combine this with a high speed gear ratio and a customized jigging handle and you have one of the best saltwater jig fishing reels on the market.

Okuma CJ-8000 Cedros Spinning Reel Features:

• Aluminum/Mag alloy construction
• 6BB + 1RB bearing drive
• CFR: Cyclonic Flow Rotor
• Gear ratio: 5.4:1 on all sizes
• Screw in handle design (Lt/Rt)
• Dual anti-reverse system
• Manual bail trip improves longevity
• Carbonite: Dual Force Drag
• 44-lbs of maximum drag output

THE ROD:

The CD Haku topwater range has been designed in NZ for chasing one of the hardest fighting fish on the planet – the Haku aka Yellowtail Kingfish. Utilising a super high-modulus 46T graphite blank and the finest Alps and Fuji componentry, the Haku series is lightweight yet extremely powerful - ideal for both casting all day and turning big fish out of gnarly terrain. The rods have been designed specifically for stickbaiting with a slightly softer action through the tip to ensure that even the most temperamental high-end lures are easy to swim without pulling them out of the water. The action when loaded up is parabolic to take the hurt off the angler when a fish is digging in, while the lower section is capable of putting extreme amounts of pressure on the fish to turn its head in a hurry when needed.

• Super High-modulus 46T Graphite Blanks

• Designed specifically for stickbaiting for New Zealand kingfish

• Winn Grip on foregrip

• Fuji Reel Seat

• Alps SIC Guides

• Parabolic action

CD Haku 8' HTW 802M H PE 3-6 Rod -  

The perfect New Zealand topwater rod, ideal for throwing mid-sized lures in the 40-120g range. Very light yet extremely powerful and at 8ft is great for both boat and land-based stickbaiting. With its softer tip and powerful mid and butt sections it will swim stickbaits throughout its weight range with ease, and has some serious stopping power when required. Perfectly matched to a reel in the 8000-14000 size range and will tackle most topwater kings around the country.

Specifically designed for saltwater use, the Cedros spinning reels feature Okuma™s Litecast construction design, Dual Force Drag System for extreme stopping power and our proprietary High Density Gearing with a special corrosion resistant coating. Combine this with a high-speed gear ratio and a customized aluminum handle and you have one of the best saltwater jig fishing reels on the market.

- DFD: Precision Dual Force Drag system
- Multi-disc drag adjustment for more precise settings
- Rigid and corrosion resistant Litecast construction
- CRC: Corrosion resistant coating process
- 6HPB + 1RB corrosion resistant stainless steel bearings
- Dual anti-reverse: Quick-Set and ratchet system
- Manual bail trip function for ultimate reliability
- HDGII: Corrosion resistant, High density gearing
- Precision machine cut brass pinion gear
- Machined aluminum, 2-tone anodized spool

Shimano Grappler Type C S82mh Topwater Rod - 

The jdm grappler represents the next evolution of this highly popular offshore jigging and casting series.

Now featuring both spiral x and hi-power x blank construction. The rods have been tested in the harshest of offshore environments around the world, resulting in a line-up that is capable of grappling with the strongest of ocean predators. Available in dedicate model types to suit specific angler requirements.

• Model - 19grptypcs82mh
• Description - type c s82mh - topwater
• Length (ft) - 8' 2"
• Pieces - 2
• Line wt (pe) - 6
• Lure wt. (g) - 120
• Blank - high power / spiral x graphite
• Butt assembly - fuji/ full length eva
• Guide - fuji alconite/ sic tip

Shimano Stella SWC 14000 XG Reel - 

• Model - stlsw14000xgc
• Description - stella swc 14000 xg
• Mono cap (kg/m) - 9/238
• Capacity dia (mm-m) - 0.40/330
• Capacity power pro (lb/yard) - 60/315
• Gear ratio - 6.2:1
• Retrieve per crank (cm) - 134
• Bearings - 13+1
• Drag power (kg) - 25
• Drag type - fd
• Weight (g) - 670

The Reel - 

Shimano Talica 12 Jigging Reel Features:

• E.I. Anti-corrosion surface treatment
• Shimano metal series
• High efficiency gearing
• S a-rb
• Aluminium cold forged spool

Shimano Talica 12 Jigging Reel Specifications:

• Retrieve per crank: 104cm
• Bearings: 6
• Max drag: 18kg
• Mono capacity: 9kg/320m
• Drag type: ld
• Weight: 655g
• Powerpro capacity: 50lbs/700yds
• Gear ratio: 5.7:1

The Rod - 

Shimano Abyss Saltwater Overhead Jigging Rod features:

• Dynamic, lightweight yet very strong
• Completes msl tests of well over specified line ratings at 45 and 60 degrees
• Tough enough to handle the rigours of day-to-day charter work
• Shimano t45 graphite blanks
• Fuji sic/sin ii guides
• Aftco/fuji reels seats
• Pieces: 1
• Length: 5ft 3in
• Rating: pe8