Description
The Beastmaster XB features a large 10000-size spool and is the least expensive Shimano Big Pit/Surfcasting reel. An excellent choice for new or occasional anglers, the fashionable black/grey body is complemented by a solid aluminium spool and a powerful 4.6:1 ratio.With a nom like Beastmaster, you can be sure that this big, robust reel will meet your expectations. Offering excellent value for money, if you're new to long-range fishing, or want a second reel for carp or surf fishing, the Beastmaster is well worth considering. Although it can't compete with the more expensive and technically advanced Shimano reels, the Beastmaster has a build quality and solid feel that you'll find reassuring in the toughest situations.Although the Beastmaster is the least expensive full-size reel from Shimano, it still contains a good dose of advanced technology. The Aero Wrap line is superb and the AR-C spool design is exactly the same as that of the best Shimano reels. Both features increase casting distance. When in use, you'll appreciate the 4.6:1 ratio, which allows you to retrieve 100 cm of line per turn of the crank. When you hook a fish, you can quickly adjust the drag from 15 kg maximum by turning the Instant Drag knob slightly.
- Large, heavy-duty reel perfectly suited to carp and surf fishing casting
- Aero Wrap and AR-C spool combine to improve casting distance
- 4.6:1 ratio provides high winding power
- Instant Drag function allows you to switch from a tight half-turn spool setting to a completely loose setting
