Shimano Torsa 16 Hi-Speed Lever-Drag Jigging/Casting Reel
Shimano has a fondness for setting the bar high when it comes to standards with technological innovation. They have done it again when the company took baitcasting to a whole new level with the very peculiar looking reel. The Shimano Torsa Series are a dream come true in terms of flexibility for offshore and inshore anglers alike. This incredibly versatile new Reel promises to deliver more speed, more power, more versatility, and improved castability, all with a greater level of refinement than ever before seen in a single premium Fishing Reel.
One defining feature of the Shimano Torsa Reels are their Rapid-Fire Interchangable Drag Cams. Shimano's Rapid Fire Quick Change Drag Cam System enables the versatile Torsa reel to cater to specific fishing techniques. By inserting one of 9 available Rapid Fire drag cams, you completely change how the reel is set up to fish within a matter of seconds. No tools required, and no screws to fall onto the deck of the boat.
The Shimano Torsa 16 is the Ultimate High-Speed Jigging Reel! The Narrow Spool allows anglers to pay more attention and energy on cranking and less time "thumbing" the line back and forth on the spool. with up to 35lbs of drag with the L.R,S cam, there are few fish safe in the ocean. The Torsa 16 will hold about 500 yards of 50lb Spectra.
Shimano Torsa 16 Features:
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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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Gear Ratio
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Weight (oz)
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Frame, Spool & Sideplate Material
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A-RB Ball Bearings
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Roller Bearings
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TS16
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43.0
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16/450, 20/320
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5.8:1
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29.1
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Forged & Machined Aluminum
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8
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1
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