Reel SHIMANO AERO XR C3000

Shimano Aero XR is a series of lightweight and sturdy spinning reels, which incorporate the best technological solutions: X-SHIP, Silent Drive, G-Free Body, and others.

Construction

Reels in the Shimano Aero XR series are made in black color and a restrained style, due to which they have a presentable appearance. The body and rotor are made of carbon fiber CI4+. The material provides models with a very small weight (210-255 g) while maintaining strength, which allows full control over the caught fish.

Thanks to the use of G-Free Body technology in the design, the center of gravity of the reel shifts towards the fisherman’s hand. This makes it possible to further reduce the perceived weight of the product and better balance the tackle.

Inside the reel, an X-SHIP drive mechanism is installed. It uses 2 additional bearings to stabilize the work of components. Due to this, the reel can withstand greater loads.

The HAGANE GEAR, made of brass by cold forging method, provides Aero XR models with greater strength and smooth operation. For more comfort, the Silent Drive technology is used in the products, which minimizes handle backlash, ensures quiet operation of mechanisms, soft and smooth movement.

The spool is light, with numerous holes. It is made using the AR-C Spool technology, so it has a V-shaped edge that allows the line to freely run out. This ensures the ability to make an accurate cast. Due to this design, during the cast, the line comes off the spool in small loops. As a result, friction is reduced, and casting distance and accuracy are increased. The friction brake is located in front. It is fine-tuned, works softly and smoothly, and is equipped with enlarged discs. Friction adjustment is carried out using a convenient and large screw. The reel handle is screw-in and can be moved from one side to the other. The handle type depends on the model. The Aero C300 has a slightly curved, small handle, while Aero 4000 and C5000 have a T-shaped handle.

The handle drives the rotor and the arched line guide. The first received a new Magnumlite design, which ensures easy rotation. And the line guide wire is solid, SR type, located on the opposite side of the line roller, which improves balance.

Features

The main features of the Shimano Aero series reels are:

1. Strong and very light CI4+ body.

2. Low gear ratio (5.0:1 or 4.7:1 – depending on the model), which allows reducing the load when catching large fish.

3. Five S A-RB bearings that are protected from corrosion, and one roller bearing.

4. Ultra-precise friction brake, which has a reverse rotation switch, a wide range of adjustments and a power of up to 11 kg, which allows obtaining absolute control during retrieval.

5. AR-Lever system, which allows the fisherman to disable the anti-reverse function and let the reel rotate backward.

Aero XR reels are delivered in a cardboard box with practical adapters. Thanks to these, you can use thin lines and braids without resorting to bottom fishing. In addition, the kit includes a spare aluminum spool, similar to the main one.

Gear ratio 5.0:1

Maximum load (kg) 9

Weight (g) 210

Line length per handle revolution (cm) 73

Bearings 5+1