Shimano Exsence B Spinning Reel

Description

The Shimano Exsence B C3000M HG is a spinning reel built around Shimano's Magnumlite philosophy, sitting between the smoothness of the Stella and the light weight of the Vanquish. It is aimed at the inshore sea bass specialist, using a magnesium HAGANE Body that keeps the reel light while staying rigid enough for long sessions without fatigue. The C3000M HG size suits UK sea bass fishing, with a medium-depth spool that works well with modern thin braids and a High Gear (HG) ratio for working lures in moving water or with twitch-style techniques. - Model Code: EXC3000MHGB - Gear Ratio: 6.0:1 - Weight: Approx. 180g - Max Drag: 9 kg - Line Retrieve per Crank: 89 cm - Line Capacity (PE/m): 0.8-300, 1-190, 1.2-150 - Bearings: 11 + 1 (S A-RB) - Body Material: Magnesium HAGANE Body - Rotor Material: MGL Rotor (Ci4+) - Magnesium HAGANE Body: The use of magnesium ensures the reel remains light enough for finesse tactics while maintaining the structural integrity required to keep internal gears in perfect alignment under the stress of a hard-fighting fish. - InfinityLoop and InfinityXross: These advanced technologies (borrowed from the 22 Stella) provide exceptionally slow spool oscillation for nearly perfect line lay. This reduces friction during the cast, allowing you to reach distant sandbars with ease. InfinityXross distributes the load over the gear teeth more evenly, doubling the gear durability. - Anti-Twist Fin: A specialized elastic fin located near the line roller helps maintain tension on the line even during "slack line" retrieves or stop-start techniques. This virtually eliminates "wind knots," which is a game-changer for anglers using light PE braids. - DuraCross Drag: This new drag washer material provides the smoothness of felt drag but with the durability of carbon. It offers 10x more wear resistance, ensuring your drag remains consistent and "stutter-free" during the most critical moments of a fight. - Silent Drive and Micro Module II: By refining every internal component to microscopic tolerances, Shimano has eliminated any "play" or clicking noise. The result is a reel that feels "whisper-light" and completely connected to your lure. - X-Protect Technology: Designed for the harsh inshore environment, X-Protect uses a water-repellent coating and a labyrinth structure to keep saltwater out of the key internal areas (roller clutch and line roller) without adding rotational resistance. The Exsence B C3000M HG pairs well with Dialuna or Exsence Infinity rods. The HG retrieve of 89cm per turn is suited to keeping up with sea bass that turn and run toward the angler, or for quickly retrieving your lure to make a second cast at a showing fish.