Fishing reel review- Shimano Ultegra XSD 14000
#This video is from my youtube channel#
Ultegra XSD Reel is the newest reels from Shimano Ultegra family, with two compact options (4500 and 5500) that have been designed with specialist fishing in mind and two huge big pit options (14000) to please the distance casters
The Ultegra XSD have technology that you can find in reel twice its price:
Instant Drag system which allows you to quickly and easily switch between free spool and ‘fight’ drag with the one turn of lever.
Super Stopper II completely eliminates back-play on the reel, as well as any additional free movement in the handle, when you’ve set up in anti-reverse
Aero-Wrap II combined with Shimano’s slow oscillation gear system ensures that line lay is perfect every time
The AR-C spool, featuring Shimano’s patented angled spool lip, allows the line to leave the spool with minimal friction
Super slow oscillation 50 for superb line lay on spool that helps with long casting
X-Ship gear system achieves greater power transmission efficiency by minimizing the rotational resistance through a larger gear, optimum positioning and improved tooth face accuracy and bearing capacity
From outside at first look, reel seems to be a bit "plastic" but when you take it in you hand you will find a good quality housing which is made from plastic composite called XT-7. Hande is made from solid CNC cut aluminium, and handle knob sits great in hand.
The reel is beautifully smooth, all is nice and tight and super slow oscillation is really something special to see.
I'm using this reels(set of 3) for almost a year and I'm super happy with them, they work same as the first day.
If you need good big pit reel for long casting, and you don't want to break a bank, look no further.
SPECS
Aluminum Construction
4 Ball Bearings + 1 Roller Bearing
Gear Ratios : 5.3:1 - 4.3:1
X–Ship
Super Slow 50
Aero Wrap II
S A-RB Bearings
Spare Spool
S Concept
Parralel body
One Piece Bail
Water Proof Drag