Shimano Ultegra FD Spinning Reel

Description

The Shimano Ultegra FD 2500 HG is a mid-priced spinning reel that borrows heavily from Shimano's flagship designs. Part of the Coresolid family, it is built to work as a durable, lightweight reel for technical anglers. The 2500 HG size suits perch, trout and zander fishing, and also works for saltwater light rock fishing (LRF). The Ultegra FD uses Shimano's advanced internal drivetrain systems for a connected, powerful feel: - InfinityDrive and InfinityXross: maximise gear contact and reduce rotational friction, giving more winding power under load when a fish dives for cover or when retrieving lures through heavy current. - HAGANE Gear and Micro Module II: precision-forged gears for durability and a silent, fluid rotation that stays smooth over time. - Silent Drive: eliminates minute gaps and mechanical vibrations in the drivetrain so you can feel every vibration of your lure. The 2500 HG profile is built around precision and efficiency: - Optimized Body and Weight: a Ci4+ composite body keeps the reel at 225g, so a finesse setup stays balanced and comfortable for all-day casting. - High Gear (HG) Ratio: a 6.0:1 gear ratio retrieves 89cm of line per crank, for rapid line pick-up and easier contact with your lure in moving water or when a fish swims toward the boat. - Anti-Twist Fin: an elastic fin near the line roller stops the line sagging or looping around the bail arm, a common problem with very lightweight lures. Environmental protection and casting: - X-Protect: a labyrinth structure provides water resistance to the internal mechanisms and line roller without adding rotational resistance, making the reel suitable for saltwater sea bass and inshore work. - Long Stroke AR-C Spool: the increased spool height lets line flow more freely, increasing casting distance to reach distant structures and wary fish. Product specifications: - Model: Ultegra FD 2500 HG (ULT2500HGFD) - Weight: 225g - Gear Ratio: 6.0:1 - Max Drag: 9.0 kg (20 lbs) - Bearings: 5 + 1 (S A-RB) - Line Retrieve Per Crank: 89 cm (35 inches) - Mono Capacity (mm-m): 0.18-290, 0.20-240, 0.25-160 - PE Line Capacity: #1-320m, #1.2-270m, #1.5-220m - Body Material: Ci4+ (Carbon Reinforced) - Key Technologies: InfinityDrive, InfinityXross, HAGANE Gear, X-Protect The Ultegra FD 2500 HG is aimed at anglers who want professional-grade features in a sleek, technical reel that delivers the speed and power for a wide variety of fishing situations.