Shimano Spheros 18000FB Series Heavy-Duty Saltwater Spinning Reel
Preferred by the country's top saltwater guides, the Shimano 18000FB Spheros FB Series Reels are built to withstand the abuse Mother Nature dishes out. Thanks to its waterproof drag, A-RB bearings and cold forged aluminum spool. And not only can the Spheros take it, it can dish it out too, with up to 44 pounds of drag! The Shimano Spheros 18000FB is a Heavy-Duty Saltwater Reel rated for 20-30lb test monofilament. Anglers looking to spool this reel up with Spectra Braid generally choose between 50-80lb test.
The Shimano Spheros 18000FB is very popular in the Northeast for Butterfly Style Jigging for Tunas and other species.
Anglers fishing in the surf will appreciate the new Propulsion Line Management System coupled with the Bail-Less Upgrade Kit. With a few simple steps you can be on your way enjoying a faster trouble free casting!
Shimano Spheros 18000FB Features:
Stopperless Design
Aluminum Frame
Graphite Sideplate
Aluminum Rotor
Power Roller III Line Roller
S-Arm Cam
Aero wrap Oscillation
4 A-RB (Anti-Rust Bearings) + 1 Roller Bearing
Super Stopper II Anti-Reverse
Direct Drive Mechanism
Dyna-Balance
Fluidrive II
Cold Forged Aluminum Spool
Waterproof Drag
Easy Access Drag Washers
Dartainium Drag
Rubber Handle Grips
Repairable Clicker
Optional Kit available for No Bail Wire configuration. Part Number: SWBAILKIT
Approved for use in Saltwater
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Model
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Line Retrieve per Crank (in.)
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Line Capacity (# Test / Yards)
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Max Drag (lbs.)
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S A-RB Ball Bearings
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Roller Bearings
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Gear Ratio
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Weight (oz)
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SP18000FB
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38
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20/380, 25/310, 30/250
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44
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4
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1
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4.6:1
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26.8
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