Shimano Twin Power FE Spinning Reel

Description

The Shimano Twin Power FE 4000M is built on a 30-year legacy of dependability and power. While other reels might sacrifice rigidity for weight, the Twin Power FE uses ultra-light, super-rigid aluminium for both the HAGANE Body and the rotor. This "Core Solid" construction keeps the reel perfectly aligned even under the stress of high-resistance lures like deep-diving crankbaits or vibration baits, combining a lightweight feel with the strength needed for unpredictable fish. The Twin Power FE 4000M is elevated by three flagship technologies that ensure peak performance in the toughest situations: - InfinityDrive: By removing sliding resistance from the main shaft, this technology provides a boost in winding torque, so you can crank under heavy load with less effort when pulling big fish away from rocky obstacles. - InfinityXross: This system distributes the load across a wider gear tooth surface area, extending the life of the gearing and ensuring the smooth feel of the HAGANE Gear lasts through years of heavy use. - InfinityLoop: Features an ultra-slow spool oscillation that lays the line in precise, parallel wraps, reducing friction during the cast and allowing the Long Stroke AR-C Spool to achieve distance and accuracy. The 4000M profile is optimised for braid: - Medium-Shallow (M) Spool: Designed for technical anglers who use specific lengths of braided line, providing the depth to hold a standard spool of PE line (braid) to the lip, maximising casting efficiency without the weight of unnecessary backing. - Standard Gear Ratio: With a 5.3:1 gear ratio, this model focuses on cranking power. It retrieves 87cm of line per crank, offering a more controlled and powerful feel compared to the high-speed HG or XG versions. - All-Metal Rigidity: The aluminium rotor provides a solid, flex-free platform, remaining stable throughout the retrieve when working lures with high water resistance. Elite durability and control: - Duracross Drag: A drag system that provides 10 times the durability of standard washers, ensuring smooth, stutter-free performance in critical, fish-playing situations. - Anti-Twist Fin: This elastic fin manages the line near the roller, preventing slack line from causing wind knots or tangles, which is useful for technical start-and-stop lure retrieves. - X-Protect: Provides high-level water resistance to the internal mechanisms without increasing rotational friction, keeping the Twin Power FE protected even in harsh coastal environments. Product Specifications - Model: Twin Power FE 4000M (TP4000MFE) - Weight: 255g - Gear Ratio: 5.3:1 - Max Drag: 11.0 kg (24 lbs) - Bearings: 9 + 1 (S A-RB) - Line Retrieve Per Crank: 87 cm (34 inches) - PE Line Capacity: #1.2-250m, #1.5-200m, #2-150m - Mono Capacity (mm-m): 0.25-165, 0.30-120, 0.35-80 - Body and Rotor Material: Aluminum (HAGANE) If you value the structural integrity of a metal reel and use braided lines for technical predator fishing, the 4000M is a strong choice. It is a workhorse built to help you pull out that new record, offering efficiency and winding power.