Shimano North America Fishing goals to raise the usual for high-performance spinning reels with nice worth with the brand new 2025 Ultegra FD. Designed to fulfill the wants of anglers in each contemporary and saltwater, the Ultegra FD is a mix of Shimano’s cutting-edge know-how, long-lasting CoreSolid development, and nice worth; all rolled into one glossy package deal of a spinning reel.
“The Ultegra FD is constructed for anglers who demand dependable efficiency and superior options with out breaking the financial institution,” mentioned Bob Mahoney, Shimano Freshwater Advertising Supervisor. “It’s a reel designed to deal with numerous circumstances, from bass and walleye to main inshore species, with the sturdiness and smoothness that anglers can depend on.”
The Ultegra FD is constructed round Shimano’s InfinityXross know-how. This works to increase the gear tooth floor of the cold-forged HAGANE gear so it evenly distributes pressure throughout the mating floor. Giving the gearing enhanced sturdiness for the lifetime of the reel. Then, for seamless cranking energy, the InfinityDrive know-how reduces the friction between the spool shaft and pinion gear, so even underneath heavy load, the reel nonetheless winds effortlessly. On prime of those premium options, the reel additionally comes with Shimano’s Anti-Twist Fin, a versatile polymer fin on the bail arm that helps guarantee even line lay and reduces the opportunity of wind knots occurring. Lastly, Shimano’s X-Defend know-how protects the reel from water intrusion, making it an important selection for saltwater and freshwater anglers. All of this mixed makes for a high-performance reel that ought to final season after season, with a extra affordable worth level with an MSRP of $159.99 – $179.99, relying on the dimensions.
Shimano 2025 Ultegra FD Spinning Reel Key Options
- 5 + 1 Ball Bearings
- InfinityXross – Extends the cold-pressed HAGANE gear tooth floor
- InfinityDrive – easy, easy winding — even underneath heavy load
- Anti-Twist Fin – Ensures even line lay on the spool and minimizes the prevalence of wind knots
- Hagane Gear – Chilly-forged, extraordinarily sturdy and wear-resistant alloy from Shimano
- X-Defend – Aids in stopping water from coming into inner constructions and helps cut back the chance of corrosion
- Gear Ratio – 5.1:1, 5.8:1, 5.8:1, 6.2:1, 6.2:1
- Weight – 6.3 oz, 7.6 oz, 7.8 oz, 9.3 oz, 9.7 oz
- Max Drag – 7lb, 20lb, 20lb, 24lb, 24lb
- Reel Sizes – 1000, 2500, 3000, 4000, 5000
- MSRP – $159.99 – $179.99
