Saltwater Overhead Reels

The Classic XT series stands the test of time. Well known for its versatility, the classic series can be found catering for many styles of fishing.

The Classic XT Series features:

• Balanced power handle
• Machine cut brass gears
• Oversized multi disc drag
• One piece corrosion resistant frame
• Oversized star for quick adjustments
• Spooled with line

Big on features without breaking the bank, the Okuma Classic XT Levelwind Reel series stands the test of time.

Well known for its versatility, the classic series can be found catering to many styles of fishing. It's got a balanced power handle, machine-cut brass gears and an oversized multi-disc drag. Not only that, it features a one-piece corrosion resistant frame and an oversized star for quick adjustments. It's perfect for the fisho with a budget!

Features:

Balanced power handle

Machine cut brass gears

Oversized multi disc drag

One piece corrosion resistant frame

Oversized star for quick adjustments Spooled with line

Specifications: Line capacity: 300m / 10kg Bearings: Bushing Line retrieve: 24" Gear ratio: 4.0:1 Weight: 15.9 oz

THE TYRNOS SERIES ARE VERY POPULAR FOR LIGHT TO MEDIUM TACKLE WORK.

The Tyrnos range has been very popular with light and medium tackle enthusiasts wanting Tiagra performance without a Tiagra price tag.

The Tyrnos reels are incredibly versatile giving the angler the ability to troll, drop dead baits, or livebait.

Shimano Tyrnos reels are available in both single and twin speed gearing configurations that adds an extra dimension to an already versatile range of reels.

So if its versatility and bang for your buck you require the Shimano Trynos is a bit of you!

Of course, if not fishing IGFA rules and massive line capacity is an advantage, fill them with Power Pro braid and really stick it to the fish.

Features:

MODEL - TRTYN30

DESCRIPTION - TYRNOS 30

MONO CAP (KG/M) - 14/548

CAPACITY DIA (MM-M) - 0.66/411

CAPACITY POWER PRO (LB/YARD) - 50/900

GEAR RATIO - 5.0:1

RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) - 114cm

BEARINGS - 4

DRAG POWER (KG) - 15kg

DRAG TYPE - LD

WEIGHT (G) - 1080g

The Tyrnos range has been very popular with light and medium tackle enthusiasts wanting Tiagra performance without a Tiagra price tag.

The Tyrnos reels are incredibly versatile giving the angler the ability to troll, drop dead baits, or livebait.

Shimano Tyrnos reels are available in both single and twin speed gearing configurations that adds an extra dimension to an already versatile range of reels.

So if its versatility and bang for your buck you require the Shimano Trynos is a bit of you!

Reel Specs:

Retrieve per crank: 114/46 cm
Bearings: 4
Max drag: 15 kg
Mono Capacity: 14 kg / 548 m
Drag Type: LD
Weight: 1160 g
Braid Capacity: 80 lbs / 686 yds
Gear Ratio: 5.0:1, 2.0:1 

The Tyrnos 16  has been very popular reel with light and medium tackle enthusiasts wanting Tiagra performance without a Tiagra price tag.

Trolling for Kingfish or dropping baits for large snapper the Tyrnos range has proved to be very versatile for a variety of applications.

Reel features:

Oversized Gears
Oversized Handle Shank
Diecast Aluminum Frame
Alternating Twin Pawl Anti-Reverse Design
Harness Fishing Accessory Handle (20II & 30II only)
Graphite Sideplates with Aluminum Braces

Reel specs:

Bearings 4
Max drag 15 kg
Capacity Mono 9 kg / 475 m
Weight  819 g
Capacity braid 50 lbs / 709 yds
Gear ratio 5.0:1

THE SHIMANO TRANX IS THE NEXT LEVEL IN SALTWATER RESISTANT BAITCAST REELS.

The Tranx incorporates Shimano's class leading CoreProtect concept that maintains a smooth and free feel while winding. It is ideally suited to both freshwater and saltwater applications, ranging from light jigging, soft plastic use or casting hardbody lures.

The Shimano Tranx baitcaster reels are not only ergonomic in the hand, packed with more than enough drag, durable and strongly built, are also highly water resistant..

Features:

MODEL -TRTX300

DESCRIPTION - TRANX 300A

MONO CAP (KG/M) - 9/160

CAPACITY DIA (MM-M) - 0.30/235

GEAR RATIO - 5.8:1

RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) - 75cm

BEARINGS - 5+1

DRAG POWER (KG) - 10kg

DRAG TYPE - STAR

WEIGHT (G) - 330g

The Shimano Tranx 200A-HG Baitcast Reel comes from the Shimano Tranx range, which is the next level in saltwater proofed baitcaster reels.

A great option or fisho' looking for a small reel packing a lot of grunt!

Features:

Hagane Body

High Efficiency Gearing (HEG)

X-Ship

S3D Spool

CoreProtect saltwater protection

Super Free Spool

Double paddle handle

S-ARB VBS

Cross Carbon Drag

Specifications:

Retrieve per crank: 77cm

Bearings: 3+1

Max Drag: 5.5kg

Drag Type: Star

Weight: 220g

PowerPro Cap: 30 lbs/ 190 yds

Gear Ratio: 7:2:1

Line Capacity: 0.28mm/190m

Shimano 10-year warranty

The Shimano TR200G Harling Reel is one of the hardest working Shimano overhead reels and is a great beginner boat reel.

With its corrosion-proof XT-7 body, star drag reel has been a solid performer in the inshore fishing scene for many years and makes an excellent monofilament reel for Snapper, Kahawai, Blue Cod and John Dory.

This reel will make a great gear for you as you begin to enjoy your new fishing adventures.

SPECS -

Retrieve per crank: 63.5 cm

Bearings: 1

Max drag: 6 kg

Mono cap: 6 kg / 438 m

Drag type: STAR

Weight: 374 g

Gear ratio: 4.3:1

There's no tougher test for fishing tackle than to have it used on a charter boat, so for this excellent overhead to be named Charter Special, you know it's going to be good.

Taking a beating is what it's all about and it's no wonder this tough lasting reel has become Shimano's top selling reel for chartered operation. From a massive, heavy-duty levelwind mechanism that just will not jam and that spreads line evenly across the aluminium spool, to the light but strong XT7 body, this reel is up to coping with the worst treatment that inexperienced fishos can dish out.

For more experienced anglers then, this reel will continue to provide faultless service for many years to come.

Reel features:
Graphite Frame
Graphite Side Plates
Aluminum Spool
Barrel handle Grip

Reel specs:
Bearings 4
Max drag 6.8 kg
Capacity Mono 6 kg / 439 m
Weight 500 g
Capacity Braid 40 lbs / 508 yds
Gear Ratio 4.2:1

Shimano's TLD25  reel has been around along time in NZ and is arguably the most versatile lever drag all-rounder on the market. Great for light to medium tackle game fishing, they are perfect for live-baiting; landbased and trolling . They are brilliant on small Marlin and Kingis, Albacore, and Yellowfin. Light to medium game fishing

Reel features:
Lightweight super strong XT7 Graphite Frame
Aluminum Spool
Barrel Handle Grip
Water shielded, super-smooth & strong Titanium drag
Non Disengaging Levelwind System
Lever drag
Clicker

Reel specifications:
Bearings 4
Max drag 10 kg
Mono Capacity 14 kg / 548 m
Weight 695 g
Braid Capacity 65 lbs / 930 yds
Gear Ratio 3.6:1

Shimano's TLD15 is arguably one of the most versatile lever drags around. This reel has been a staple item in Shimano's range since the late 80's. 

Great for light to medium tackle game fishing, Snapper bottom fishing deeper water and they also make pretty good casting reels. Place a thumb on the spool, flip the lever back to the “free' position and fire away. Perfect for use out of a boat, off the rocks, or anywhere that big, fast fish live, they are simply brilliant on small game incl yellowtail kingfish, yellowfin tuna and albacore etc.

Reel features:
Graphite Frame
Graphite Side Plates
Aluminum Spool
Barrel Handle Grip

Reel specifications:
Bearings 4
Max Drag 10 kg
Capacity Mono 9 kg / 411 m
Weight 527 g
Capacity Braid 50 lbs / 639 yds
Gear Ratio 4.0:1

Tekota's legacy of lifespan and quality continues with the fully reengineered Shimano Tekota 500 A-HG Baitcast Reel.

Vast improvements have been made, including Coreprotect water resist to increase corrosion resistance, loud clicker and new ergonomic S-Compact body design.

Shimano Tekota 500 A-HG Baitcast Reel Features:

Hagane Body

S-ARB

CoreProtect

Cross Carbon Drag

Shimano Tekota 500 A-HG Baitcast Reel Specifications:

PowerPro Line Capacity (test (lb)/yd): 40/390, 50/330, 65/240

Mono Line Capacity (test (lb)/ yd): 12/440,14/340,16/285

Weight: 15.3oz

Bearings: 3+1

Gear Ratio: 6:3:1

JUST LIKE THE TWO-SPEED SERIES, THE SINGLE SPEED TALICAS ARE LOADED WITH CUTTING EDGE TECHNOLOGY.

Boasting the same one-piece, cold-forged aircraft grade aluminium frame and lightweight spool with E.I. surface treatment, as well as an oversized HEG gearing system. The Talica is a compact reel with castability, fast line pickup, durability, drag consistency and remarkable cranking power. 

This little Talica is ideal as a deluxe snapper and kingfish reel, with many other capabilities such as light jigging due to its HEG gearing. Making it one of the most versatile reels you could buy. 

Features and Specs:

MODEL - TRTAC07

DESCRIPTION - TALICA 8

MONO CAP (KG/M) - 8/240

CAPACITY DIA (MM-M) - 0.46/183

CAPACITY POWER PRO (LB/YARD) - 40/395

GEAR RATIO - 6.2:1

RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) - 97cm

BEARINGS - 6

DRAG POWER (KG) - 9kg

DRAG TYPE - LD

WEIGHT (G) - 451g

The Shimano Talica is Shimano's lever drag series. It offers a high-speed retrieve that you can use for jigging kingfish and other species where speed can be the difference. It can also be used to target marlin and tuna, trolling lures or pitching out a bait for Marlin.

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: 114 / 51 cm 
Bearings: 6
Max drag: 25kg
Mono capacity: 37 kg / 306 m
Drag Type: LD
Weight: 1556 g
Braid capacity: 80 lbs / 1120 yds
Gear ratio: 3.8:1 / 1.7:1

The Shimano Talica is Shimano's lever drag series.

It offers a high-speed retrieve that you can use for jigging kingfish and other species where speed can be the difference. It can also be used to target marlin and tuna, trolling lures or pitching out a bait for Marlin.

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: 117/60 cm
Bearings: 6
Max drag: 20kg
Mono capacity: 14 kg / 503 m
Drag Type: LD
Weight: 1021 g
Braid capacity: 80 lbs / 668 yds
Gear ratio: 5.2:1, 2.3:1

THE TALICA IS A CASTABLE HIGH-SPEED LEVER DRAG THAT HAS BECOME A FAVOURITE OF SPORTFISHERS DUE TO ITS COMPACT SIZE AND HIGH LINE CAPACITY.

A one-piece cold forged and machined aluminium frame has cutting-edge corrosion protection. Shimano then added a light-weight cold forged aluminium spool, a waterproof Cross Carbon drag system and six SA-RB bearings for super slick operation. The use of HEG in both high and low speeds sets Talica apart from any other reel, providing incredible cranking power.

Features:

MODEL - TRTAC16

DESCRIPTION - TALICA 2 SPEED 16

MONO CAP (KG/M) - 9/402

CAPACITY DIA (MM-M) - 0.51/320

CAPACITY POWER PRO (LB/YARD) - 50/845

GEAR RATIO - 5.7:1, 3.1:1

RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) - 104/56cm

BEARINGS - 6

DRAG POWER (KG) - 18kg

DRAG TYPE - LD

WEIGHT (G) - 750

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 TALICA IS A CASTABLE HIGH-SPEED LEVER DRAG THAT HAS BECOME A FAVOURITE OF SPORTFISHERS DUE TO ITS COMPACT SIZE AND HIGH LINE CAPACITY.

A one-piece cold forged and machined aluminium frame has cutting-edge corrosion protection. Shimano then added a light-weight cold forged aluminium spool, a waterproof Cross Carbon drag system and six SA-RB bearings for super slick operation. The use of HEG in both high and low speeds sets Talica apart from any other reel, providing incredible cranking power.

Features:

MODEL - TRTAC12

DESCRIPTION - TALICA 2 SPEED 12

MONO CAP (KG/M) - 9/320

CAPACITY DIA (MM-M) - 0.51/256

CAPACITY POWER PRO (LB/YARD) - 50/700

GEAR RATIO - 5.7:1, 3.1:1

RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) - 104/56cm

BEARINGS - 6

DRAG POWER (KG) - 18kg

DRAG TYPE - LD

WEIGHT (G) - 730g

The Shimano Talica is Shimano's 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.

A simply beautifully constructed fishing reel... 

Reel Specifications:

Retrieve per crank: 97 cm
Bearings: 6
Max drag: 9kg
Mono capacity:  7 kg / 347 m
Drag type: Lever D
Weight: 465 g
Braid capacity: 40 lbs / 540 yds
Gear ratio:  6.2:1 

THE SPEEDMASTER LD IS A NEW ADDITION TO THE SHIMANO CONVENTIONAL LEVER DRAG LINE UP, THE DESIGN BRIEF WAS FOR A REEL TO SIT JUST BELOW THE TALICA IN STRENGTH AND PERFORMANCE.

Designed as a durable, castable 2-speed lever drag reel, perfect for fishing either mono or braid, whilst slow trolling livebaits or deep dropping baits. In the hand the new Speed Master LD feels tough, yet has finesse in operation often found in smaller reels.

Features & Specs:

• SPEEDMASTER 25LD 2 SPEED

• MONO CAP (KG/M) - 50lb / 340yd

• CAPACITY POWER PRO (LB/YARD) - 80lb / 730yd

• GEAR RATIO - 5.2:1 - 2.3:1

• RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) - 132cm / 58cm

• BEARINGS - 4

• DRAG POWER (KG) - 20kg

• DRAG TYPE - Carbon LEVER DRAG 

• WEIGHT (G) - 1025g

  
  

THE SPEEDMASTER LD IS A NEW ADDITION TO THE SHIMANO CONVENTIONAL LEVER DRAG LINE UP, THE DESIGN BRIEF WAS FOR A REEL TO SIT JUST BELOW THE TALICA IN STRENGTH AND PERFORMANCE.

Designed as a durable, castable 2-speed lever drag reel, perfect for fishing either mono or braid, whilst slow trolling livebaits or deep dropping baits. In the hand the new Speed Master LD feels tough, yet has finesse in operation often found in smaller reels.

Features & Specs:

SPEEDMASTER 20LD 2 SPEED

MONO CAP (KG/M) - 50lb / 260yd

CAPACITY BRAID (LB/YARD) - 80lb / 575yd

GEAR RATIO - 5.2:1 - 2.3:1

RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) - 132cm / 58cm

BEARINGS - 4

DRAG POWER (KG) - 20kg

DRAG TYPE - Carbon LEVER DRAG 

WEIGHT (G) - 980g

THE SPEEDMASTER LD IS A NEW ADDITION TO THE SHIMANO CONVENTIONAL LEVER DRAG LINE UP, THE DESIGN BRIEF WAS FOR A REEL TO SIT JUST BELOW THE TALICA IN STRENGTH AND PERFORMANCE.

Designed as a durable, castable 2-speed lever drag reel, perfect for fishing either mono or braid, whilst slow trolling livebaits or deep dropping baits. In the hand the new Speed Master LD feels tough, yet has finesse in operation often found in smaller reels.

Features & Specs:

• SPEEDMASTER 16LD MODEL - SPM16II

• DESCRIPTION - SPEEDMASTER 16LD

• MONO CAP (KG/M) - 15/300

• CAPACITY DIA (MM-M) - 0.51/320

• CAPACITY POWER PRO (LB/YARD) - 50/845

• GEAR RATIO - 5.7:1/3.1:1 (depending on gear selection).

• RETRIEVE PER CRANK (CM) - 104/56cm*

• BEARINGS - 4+1

• DRAG POWER (KG) - 18kg

• DRAG TYPE - Lever Drag 

• WEIGHT (G) - 760g