Shimano’s innovative “CORESOLID BODY” features a design that expertly balances exceptional rigidity with a compact form, making it easy to hold and maneuver with a simple palming technique, the standard method for gripping a baitcasting reel.
The robust and resilient construction is designed to handle heavy loads, remaining rigid even when anglers are reeling in large fish or pulling them out of cover. This guarantees steady performance throughout the process.
Unpacking the Challenges of Standard Low-Profile Bodies
One drawback of standard low-profile bait reels is their slightly reduced rigidity. These reels are typically constructed by assembling multiple components within the main frame. As a result, the abundance of parts can lead to a bit of flexing, even though they remain sufficiently robust for practical use.
A Highly Rigid and Highly Sensitive Solid Metal Body
Shimano's innovative "CORESOLID BODY" features a robust metal construction achieved by seamlessly molding the main frame, level wind protector, and side plate on the palming side into a single unit. This streamlined design reduces the number of components, resulting in a compact and highly rigid body.
This design enhances the grip on the reel, minimizing rattling and body flex. It offers robust strength and stable reeling performance, making it ideal for even the most demanding power fishing situations.

Our goal, effortless reeling.
Shimano's reel design concept aims for “eternally smooth reeling.” The result is HAGANE. Shimano honed its proprietary metal processing technologies with precision cold-forging technology and refined them over many years to develop reels that only Shimano could deliver.
A microcomputer controls the braking force during a cast to produce overwhelming casting distance.
Shimano’s “DC (Digital Control) BRAKE” system quickly detects changes in spool rotation and adjusts the braking force using a microcomputer. This advanced braking system allows for impressive casting distances while minimizing line issues.
The reverse tapered spool corrects the winding shape and reduces spool vibration.
Shimano’s "MGL SPOOL Ⅳ" features a reverse-tapered shape that is ultra-thin and designed for extremely low inertia.
It winds the line evenly and consistently. A well-spooled, balanced spool reduces spool vibration during casting, resulting in improved performance.
Versatile brake system: Adjust on-the-fly with an external dial for any situation.
The SVS centrifugal brake system offers precise casting capability thanks to its exceptional casting accuracy. This design allows anglers to hit their intended targets effortlessly, enjoying the benefits of lightweight reels that enhance performance with exciting line leaps and long-distance casts.