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The Shimano Super Baitrunner Aero XTE-A.
RRP £139.99
The new XTE-A sets a new benchmark in Baitrunner reel design.
Shimano have moved the goalposts…again!
The XTE-A incorporates many improvements.
For example, the tension setting at the high end has been increased to cope with snaggy conditions or fast flowing rivers, whilst the new shape/larger drag knob allows more fi nely tuned adjustment.
The Baitrunner release has also been improved to ensure a faster connection to the fish.
A look inside the new reel will reveal the latest generation of gearing,oscillation and drag systems – making it the best Baitrunner…ever.An easy access maintenance port ensures longevity and maintains thehigh performance of the XTE-A’s internal workings, whilst the addition of2-speed oscillation line lay, working alongside Aero Wrap, makes longer moreaccurate casts a reality. The XTE-A is supplied with two spools, both of whichare double anodised and cold forged.• Aluminium Cold Forged Spool• Hybrid Aluminium Body • Power Roller• 7 ball bearings• Hypergear • Aero Wrap • Floating Shaft II • Super Stopper II • Dyna Balance• Biogrip • Spare Spool • Cold Forged Gear5000 Weight - 540gms Capacity - 195yds 12lb6000 Weight - 615gms Capacity - 265yds 12lb
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lewisbarry18
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As good a reel as it is, i think its over priced. Save the money and get the new GTE - C. you can't ell the difference.
(Written by: lewisbarry18 )
20 December 2007 08:57
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