Shimano Aero Technium Magnesium 14000 XSD Reel

Shimano Aero Technium Magnesium 14000 XSD Reel

The Aero Technium MgS is considered by many carp anglers to be the best Big Pit reel. It's a unique reel of its kind, with experts using Shimano's latest technology when it comes to extreme distance casting. The list of features for this reel is remarkable. The Japanese Hagane concept was used both in the construction of the reel body and gears; the magnesium frame significantly reduces weight while maintaining an incredibly strong body. Hagane drive (cold forged) ensures maximum strength, infinite and silent operation for increased power, smoothness, durability, and the one-piece titanium pick-up confirm anglers' opinions: this is a top-tier reel.

The most notable feature the manufacturer wants to highlight is the 45mm spool and the Super Slow 10 system. This system satisfies even the most demanding anglers regarding line lay on the spool. Together with the 45mm spool, it provides 107 line wraps per oscillation to achieve perfectly laid coils, reaching greater, more accurate distances while better controlling all the force exerted during a cast. In one sentence, Shimano specialists claim: "The best distance system ever built." Other important features:

INFINITY DRIVE is a new technology that eliminates slip resistance and ensures smooth winding both under load and in free spool conditions. INFINITY DRIVE is a contactless design where the inside of the pinion does not touch the main shaft. This reduction in slip resistance is achieved by applying a special low-friction bushing that holds the main shaft. Handle rotation torque is reduced by approximately 30% * compared to the conventional X-SHIP design.

SILENT DRIVE compared to the previous version, the "click" sound has been eliminated, and the gears are quieter.

X-PROTECT is the technology used to waterproof this reel; with the "triplelip" system, water entry into the reel becomes impossible.

RIGID CAST balances the strength and lightness of the main shaft to withstand the impact forces the reel is subjected to during extreme distance casting.

PARALLEL BODY the parallel body feature means the spool is positioned parallel to the rod blank. This reduces line friction, which in turn increases casting distance.

HI-SPEED DRAG is the fastest drag function ever presented on a Shimano reel. Just a very small turn of the star drag shifts settings from "free spool mode" to "fight mode."

LONG STROKE SPOOL the spool has a longer stroke compared to conventional Shimano models. This longer stroke specification results in greater casting distance.

AR-C SPOOL a new spool design with a V-shaped lip ensures the line lays in smaller loops for more precise, long-distance casting. The AR-C spool minimizes line friction and the risk of tangles during casting.

SUPER SLOW OSCILLATION 10 slower spool oscillation reduces the speed at which the line travels up and down, on the spool. This results in less friction as the line leaves the spool and reduced resistance on the lead, improving casting distance and accuracy. Super Slow 10 manages to overlay more than 105 coils per full oscillation cycle.

S A-RB are corrosion-resistant ARB ball bearings, specially treated for enhanced protection against sand, salt, or dust.

Features:

• Number of bearings: 8+1 S A-RB;
• Body material: Hagane magnesium;
• Rotor material: CI4+ alloy;
• Spool: cold forged aluminum;
• Spare spool: Yes;
• Quick drag: Yes;
• Front drag "Hi Speed Drag";
• Three spool ratios included: 3000, 6000, 10000;
• Hagane Gear components;
• Infinity Drive system;
• Silent Drive system;
• Parallel Body system;
• X-Ship system;
• Rigid Cast system;
• Super Slow Oscillation 10 system;
• Long Stroke Spool system with 107 wraps/oscillation;
• ARC Spool technology;
• Aluminum handle.
• Variant:
• 14000 XSD
• Spool capacity: 0.35mm/550m;
• Gear ratio: 4.3:1;
• Line retrieve per handle turn: 103cm;
• Weight (measured): 510g.

• Spool capacity variant 14000 XTD
  (approximate conversion based on manufacturer specifications):
  • 0.25mm/1078m (approximate);
  • 0.28mm/859m (approximate);
  • 0.30mm/749m (approximate);
  • 0.35mm/550m (manufacturer specification);
  • 0.40mm/400m (manufacturer specification).
• Spool capacity with attached gears
• 3500: 0.20mm/200m;
• 6000: 0.30mm/200m;
• 10000: 0.40mm/300m.