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SURF LEADER

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25SURF LEADER

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25SURF LEADER
25SURF LEADER
25SURF LEADER
25SURF LEADER
25SURF LEADER

SURF LEADER

On Sale on January 2025

Casting distance and accuracy produced by a nimble cast

Utilizing lightness as an advantage, including "CI4+ ROTOR" that pursues light casting and equipping "X PROTECT" to the line roller section. Continuously smooth line winding feeling. The pinion gear at the heart of this SURF LEADER is a high-strength brass pinion gear for increased strength, and it offers enhanced operability, durability, and other features of a full-scale cast reel.

KEY FEATURE

A full range of functions to tackle even the biggest fish

Advantages of increased distance and accuracy

Whether it's surf, rocks, or piers, there are many situations in which casting performance determines the outcome. The longer the casting distance, the wider the area you can search, and if you could cast further, you might find yourself in a situation where you could target the tide line 5m away or the drop off point 10m away. If you can cast your tackle into unknown areas that other casters can't reach, the chances of finding a new target will increase dramatically.

The newly reborn Surf Leader has pursued casting performance, which is particularly important for casting fishing. By adopting the rigid cast function installed in the higher-end model, both the casting distance and accuracy have been improved.

Rigid cast is a design that balances rigidity and lightness. As the name "rigid" implies, the reel's deflection caused by the large impact of casting is kept to a minimum, stabilizing the release timing. As a result, not only the casting distance but also the accuracy is improved.

"When casting, the reel is under a lot of stress, which can cause it to twist or bend. The rigid cast makes the reel very rigid, so that effect is greatly reduced. This is a big advantage," says Jun Hioki. Through test fishing and other actual fishing, he was able to fully confirm the improvement in casting distance and accuracy. If you can cast farther and more accurately, there's no doubt that casting will be even more fun.

The rigid cast improves casting distance. The line is released smoothly from the spool.

The release timing is stable, so it is easy to cast to the desired location. Casting accuracy and distance are factors that directly affect fishing results.

Winding performance for easy fishing

Another concept we pursued along with casting performance was improving reeling performance. We focused on power and reeling comfort. The newly added, full-featured functions inherited from the high-end model amplify the appeal of full-scale casting fishing and support the capture of various targets.

Power has been greatly improved by adopting the new Infinity Drive. By thoroughly reducing friction in the drive system, the reel has evolved into one that can reel in powerfully and aggressively even under heavy loads.

Jun Hioki, who used the Surf Leader in fishing off the coast of Kochi Prefecture and caught a 60cm class Hamafuefuki (Taman), also known as the dump truck of the rocks, said, "I was able to reel it in without any problems. It's so reassuring that I can handle even larger fish." The power to take the lead is an essential element in catching big fish, expanding the range of targets and the possibility of catching a fish of a size never seen before.

The adoption of the Silent Drive has achieved high performance in terms of reeling comfort. The basic design of the entire body and each drive-related part have been reviewed one by one, and all play and gaps between parts have been thoroughly eliminated, resulting in a smooth reeling comfort with quiet operation. The reeling feeling, which HIOKI describes as "silky," supports light fishing. Even the simple action of retrieving the tackle becomes more comfortable, increasing the caster's concentration.

We promise that Surf Leader will be a great partner for those who want to casually enjoy serious casting fishing and targeting big fish with a stationary rod.

No need to worry if you catch a big fish! You can reel it in with force.

The smooth, noiseless reeling also helps you detect small changes on the ocean floor.

REVIEW

Advanced technology improves casting and reeling performance

Jun Hioki

One of the major features of the completely redesigned Surf Leader is the adoption of rigid casting. The word rigid means strong and rigid. When casting fully while casting, a load of about 10kg is applied, which places a considerable burden on the reel, and can cause it to twist or bend. However, the rigid casting suppresses these issues, resulting in a highly rigid reel. We used it in tests, and because bending is suppressed, the release is stable, and the casting accuracy has increased to the point where you can aim at points more than 100m away.

Another feature is the greatly improved winding performance of the reel. The adoption of Infinity Drive, which greatly reduces frictional resistance in the drive system, has resulted in powerful winding.

When fishing off the coast of Kochi Prefecture, I wound 100m of PE No. 6 on the SD 35 HYOUJYUN model to test the reel's strength. This is not a setting I usually use, but if you can wind 100m of PE No. 6 on it, you can enjoy fishing for a variety of big fish. I actually caught a 60cm Hamafuefuki, which has a strong pull, and with a drag force of 20kg, I was able to reel it in without any problems. I felt reassured that it would be able to handle even if I hit a 70-80cm class fish.

It achieves powerful and light winding. These features are a great weapon for catching large fish.

In addition, the silent drive thoroughly eliminates minute rattles and gaps between parts, resulting in smooth rotation and a silky feel when reeling in. When casting fishing, there is a lot of action involved in retrieving the tackle, and during this fishing trip I was able to once again appreciate how smooth the reeling was and how comfortable it felt to reel in.

The model I used for my fishing was the SD 35 HYOUJYUN, which has a drag, but there is also a model without a drag that can be used for fishing for sand lance, etc. I hope you will use it according to the type of fishing you are doing.

In actual fishing in Kochi Prefecture, a model with a drag was used.

It can also catch large Hamafuefuki! It will strongly support you in catching various targets.

 

FEATURE

TECHNOLOGY

HAGANE
HAGANE GEAR
X SHIP
INFINITYDRIVE
RIGID CAST
SILENTDRIVE
X PROTECT
G FREE BODY
PARELLEL BODY
AR-C SPOOL
CI4+
HI-SPEED DRAG
CROSS CARBON DRAG
SA-RB
ONE-PIECE BAIL
HAGANE_RL
HAGANE

HAGANE is a Shimano reel design concept created to withstand continual use and extreme abuse. HAGANE is an innovation with built-in toughness and durability that works alongside Shimano's precision engineering. HAGANE is for all anglers.


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HAGANE GEAR

With amazing strength and durability, the HAGANE Gear is at the very heart of most Shimano reels. Shimano, through the application of state-of-the-art technologies, gives anglers the long-lasting smoothness and enjoyment that is felt when anglers first use a reel, over and over again. No cutting work is applied to the teeth of the drive gear during fabrication; instead, the entire surface is calculated in minute detail by a special 3D design and then formed by Shimano's cold-forging technology. The result is assured resilience. HAGANE Gear is the result of Shimano's endless pursuit for durability — this strength and power of forged metal continue to represent the fundamental concept of Shimano reels.


XSHIP_RL_SP
X SHIP

X SHIP provides improved gear performance. Large diameter drive gear, optimally positioned pinion gear and drive gear, and two points bearings supported pinion gear produce light reeling under load.


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INFINITYDRIVE

INFINITYDRIVE is a new main shaft supporting structure that improves winding torque and allows for incredibly smooth and light rotation.


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RIGID CAST

Optimally balanced design of rigidity and lightness. By minimizing deflection of the reel caused by large impacts during casting, the timing of release is stabilized. As a result, not only flying distance but also accuracy is improved.


SILENTDRIVE_RL_SP
SILENTDRIVE

The basic design of the entire body and drive-related parts were reviewed one by one to reduce minute rattles, gaps, and shaking between parts down to the smallest detail. It provides smooth and quiet reel rotation.


XPROTECT_RL_SP
X PROTECT

[Medium and small general-purpose spinning reels]
These reels require lighter spinning, so we focused on a non-contact structure that does not compromise the lightness of the spinning. In addition to conventional water-repellent treatment, a labyrinth structure that suppresses water penetration is combined to achieve high water-resistant performance despite the non-contact nature of the structure. It is used in the stopper bearing section and line roller section. Large reels for saltwater, a contact-type water-resistant structure is used for large spinning reels that require higher water-resistant performance. By physically cutting off the entry path of seawater with a low-sliding seal member, high water-resistant performance is achieved while suppressing rotational resistance. The stopper bearing and line roller parts are adopted, and the stopper bearing part in particular achieves a water-resistant rating equivalent to IPX8.
[Large reels for saltwater]
A contact-type water-resistant structure is used for large spinning reels that require higher water resistance performance. By physically cutting off the entry path of seawater with a low-sliding seal member, high water-resistant performance is achieved while suppressing rotational resistance. The stopper bearing and line roller parts are adopted, and the stopper bearing part in particular achieves a water-resistant rating equivalent to IPX8.


GFREEBODY_RL_SP
G FREE BODY

G FREE BODY technology has been developed to shift the reel's center of gravity closer to the rod. By moving the center of gravity closer to the angler’s hand, the G FREE BODY helps to reduce fatigue and enhance casting comfort.


PARELLELBODY_RL_SP
PARELLEL BODY

PARELLEL BODY is designed to improve dynamic line flow from the reel. On many reels the spool is aligned slightly upwards towards the rod blank, but reels with PARELLEL BODY have the spool located parallel to the blank. The result: less line slapping on the blank as it travels towards the first guide during the cast, ultimately increasing performance.


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AR-C SPOOL

The spool has a special spool ring shape. This creates a rectifying effect on the line and realizes both suppression of line trouble and long casting performance.


CI4+_RL_SP
CI4+

CI4 is a resin material reinforced with carbon fiber that is lighter and has a higher strength than conventional resin material. CI4+ is an advanced version of the original CI4 material.The rigidity and durability have been greatly improved from original CI4 material while maintaining the lightness of the material, making it possible to reduce the size and weight of the reel.


HI-SPEEDDRAG_RL_SP
HI-SPEED DRAG

HI-SPEED DRAG is the fastest drag function ever featured on a Shimano reel: A minimal turn on the drag knob will transition the drag settings from free-spool mode to fight mode.


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CROSS CARBON DRAG

The CROSS CARBON DRAG provides the smooth drag release and the durability.


SA-RB_RL_SP
SA-RB

S A-RB bearings are put through the same process as Shimano’s A-RB bearings but feature shields on both sides of the bearings. These shields reduce the possibility of salt or sand inhibiting the rotation of the bearing.


ONE-PIECEBAIL_RL_SP
ONE-PIECE BAIL

ONE-PIECE BAILallows the line to travel unimpeded to the line roller. The seamless design reduces friction and decreases the chance of tangles or the line catching on the bail arm.


LINE-UP

SPECIFICATION

SKU NUMBER

GEAR RATIO

MAXIMUM DRAG FORCE(KG)

WEIGHT (G)

SPOOL RING DIA(MM) / SPOOL STROKE DIA(MM)

NYLON MONO (NO.-M)

PE BRAIDED (NO.-M)

LINE RETRIEVE / CRANK (CM)

HANDLE LENGTH (MM)

BEARINGS

JDM CODE

35 THIN+ 3.5 - 455 73.5/35 0.6-300, 0.8-250, 1-200 0.6-250, 0.8-200, 1-160 83 80 5/1 048288
35 THIN 3.5 - 455 73.5/35 1.2-250, 1.5-200, 2-150 0.8-250, 1-200, 1.2-165 83 80 5/1 048295
SD 35 STD 3.5 20 540 76/35 2-300, 3-200, 4-150 1.5-250, 2-200, 3-130 84 80 5/1 048301