Going even larger for 2026, Shimano North America Fishing is increasing its flagship saltwater spinning reel with new, larger Stella SW D sizes. With new, larger monster slaying sizes with a brand new 18000, 20000, 25000, and 30000 choices. The brand new expanded Stella SW D sizes are loaded up with refined applied sciences and unparalleled energy for big-game spinning efficiency. The core of the reel is the InfinityXross gearing, which makes use of state-of-the-art tooth design for superior load distribution and power. The InfinityDrive minimizes friction, with particular floor therapies and a low-friction bushing, for easy winding even underneath heavy load. For preventing large fish, these bigger Stella SW D additionally include the improved XXTOUGH Drag system and HeatSink Drag that produces extra drag pressure and dissipates warmth from the spool as much as 30% extra effectively. And with X Defend and X Defend, these reels are protected against saltwater intrusion to guard your funding in these reels for years to return. MSRP for these jumbo Stella SW D reels, 18000, 20000, 25000, and 30000, ranges from $1429.99 – $1549.99 relying on the mannequin.
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“With the brand new Stella SW D, we got down to give offshore anglers a reel that performs on the highest degree in probably the most excessive circumstances,” stated Blaine Anderson, Saltwater Advertising Supervisor for Shimano North America Fishing. “Whether or not you’re fishing poppers for big trevally or jigging deep for highly effective pelagics, Stella SW D brings extra power, extra smoothness, and extra sturdiness than ever earlier than. It’s constructed for anglers who push their gear, and themselves, to absolutely the restrict.”
Shimano 2026 Stella SW D Key Options
- InfinityXross – Extends the cold-pressed HAGANE gear tooth floor
- InfinityDrive – Easy, easy winding — even underneath heavy load
- InfinityLoop – Extremely-slow oscillation for improved line lay that ends in longer casts, clean drag efficiency, and environment friendly line retrieval
- Heatsink Drag – A heatsink construction on the underside of the spool to assist dissipate 50% of warmth exterior the spool to scale back drag-force drop as a result of warmth throughout lengthy fights.
- XX Robust Drag – The drag washers have considerably elevated in dimension, and the higher drag washer has moved to the highest of the spool to extend drag sturdiness and scale back warmth accumulation.
- Anti-Twist Fin – Ensures even line lay on the spool and minimizes the incidence of wind knots.
- Hagane Gear – Chilly-forged, extraordinarily sturdy, and wear-resistant alloy from Shimano
- X-Defend – Aids in stopping water from getting into inside buildings and helps scale back the chance of corrosion
- Bearings – 13+1
- Gear Ratio – 5.7:1 (18000HGD), 4.4:1 (20000PGD), 4.4:1 (25000PGD), 4.4:1 (30000PGD)
- Line Retrieve Per Crank (IN) – 50 (18000HGD), 41 (20000PGD), 43 (25000PGD), 51 (30000PGD)
- Weight (OZ) – 31.7 (18000HGD), 32.3 (20000PGD), 32.4 (25000PGD), 35.1 (30000PGD)
- Braid Line Capability (lb/yd) – 50/600, 65/440, 80/360 (18000HGD), 65/490, 80/400, 100/340 (20000PGD), 65/630, 80/520, 100/440 (25000PGD), 65/900, 80/700, 100/570 (30000PGD)
- Max Drag – 66lb (18000HGD, 20000PGD, 25000PGD), 60lb (30000PGD)
- MSRP – $1429.99 – $1549.99
- Availability – Out there Quickly
