The Calais 200ASV has a 6.2:1 gear ratio and will
hold 192m of 5kg mono. It features a click drag
adjustment, a Dartanium drag system, and Shimano’s
Variable Brake System (VBS). The 200ASV also features
Turn-key spool access for quick adjustments or to swap
spools, and ten A-RB bearings and one roller bearing.

When Shimano improves an existing range or creates an entirely new one, industry benchmarks are continually being set without precedent. Anything less – simply isn’t good enough. And when Shimano wanted to make the lightest baitcast reel on the planet – they weren’t joking around.

The Chronarch D series once again illustrates why Shimano has always been ahead of the game in terms of reel development in every aspect, flowing contours, ultra-high tolerances and fluid-like operation are showcased without sacrificing power or refinement.

Reinventing a reel is never easy, but as the new Curado E series demonstrates – sleek design and cutting edge performance was at the forefront of Shimano engineering objectives.

Upon first glance, the Curado E series is reminiscent of a high performance Jaguar sport car – featuring a metallic green goblin finish and smooth flowing curves, a return to the green paintjob that defined the Curado in a class of it’s own as one of the world’s best selling baitcasters.

The lightweight and compact Citica E features 4 Shimano bearings, High Efficiency Gearing (HEG) and Variable Brake System (VBS) – a lot of bang for anyone’s buck!

Shimano now brings to the table a new addition to the Coriolis stable – the new GA is ideally suited to those not wanting to spend a fortune, whilst still wanting a feature packed reel that won’t let you down. Equally at home chasing big bronze ‘run-off’ barra up north or casting spinnerbaits in your local dam, the GA provides a versatile reel for many light to medium salt and freshwater applications.

The Crestfire CR 100D represents a re-design of an old favourite, with its stylish champagne colouring and gold trim bringing it into the 21st century. It comes with two ball bearings and one roller bearing, a line capacity of 200yds of 6lb line, a retrieve speed of
6.2:1, a magnetic cast control system and infinite anti-reverse via Super-Stopper and Assist Stopper.

With its smoke grey and chrome livery, the Callisto CSO 100 not only looks the business, but performs superbly as well. It features one ball bearing and a roller bearing, a super fast 6.2:1 retrieve speed, a line capacity of 169 metres of 4kg nylon monofilament, Super Stopper and Assist Stopper, and an easy to use dial-up magnetic cast control system to get newcomers on the right track from the very first time they use it.