2010 ICAST - Reels

Daiwa Zillion Type R
The Zillion Type R is the lightest, fastest Zillion yet and takes up 32 inches of line per crank. It features Daiwa's Magforce-Z automatic brake system and weighs a mere 8.5 ounces.

Shimano Curado 50E
The downsized Curado 50E is the newest member of the Curado family of baitcast reels, and they feature several proven features, including a Magnumlite spool, graphite sideplates and five shielded stainless steel ball bearings.

Ardent C400 Fishouflage Bass Casting Reel
Features of this reel include a one-piece aluminum alloy frame, four stainless steel ball bearings, a comfort grip frame design and a 6.3:1 gear ratio.

Abu Garcia Revo Premier Spinning
This new spinning reel incorporates "NanoShield" technology, 300% stronger than graphite and 50% lighter than aluminum. Stainless bearings, Carbon Matrix Drag and other features set apart the high-end reels.

Okuma Alumina
The Alumina is Okuma's entry into the performance reel market. It features a die-cast aluminum frame, an anodized aluminum spool, multi-disc drag system with micro-click adjustment and Quick-Set anti-reverse.

Pflueger Patriarch
Like Pflueger's casting Patriarch, the spinning Patriarch is a smooth-casting, easy-winding reel.

Pinnacle Performa XLT
The Tournament Class Performa reel is distinguished by electric blue titanium sideplates, an externally adjustable magnetic cast control and lightweight curved handle. Inside are nine ball bearings.

Tica Bass Classic
This baitcaster features five ball bearings and has a 6.2:1 gear ratio. Chrome cosmetics and a leaping largemouth etched on the side plate enhance its attractiveness.

Okuma Calera
The Calera features a corrosion-resistant graphite frame and side plates. The Calera drive system includes four ball bearings plus one roller bearing and a gear ratio of 6.6:1. It also utilizes an eight-pin Velocity Control System.

Zebco Omega Professional Spincast Reel
Zebco is touting this as the most advanced spincast reel ever made. It has an aluminum drive gear similar to those found on high-end baitcasters, seven stainless steel bearings and ceramic line guide.

Shimano Stella 2500 FE
Shimano's "showcase spinning reel series" for many years, the Stella line has a new addition, the FE reels with double bearing supported pinion gear and "E.I." treatment on the spool for smooth casting.

Pinnacle Producer XT
With a high-speed 7:1 gear ratio, audible star drag and eight double-shielded stainless steel ball bearings, the Producer XT combines durability with performance. An external magnetic cast control minimizes backlashes.

Okuma Citrix
The Citrix features a rigid die-cast aluminum frame. It's also available with either a 7.3:1 or 5.4:1 gear ratio and incorporates a 7BB+1RB drive system and external adjustable centrifugal cast control system.

Quantum Accurist PT Spinning
This spinning reel features 10 stainless steel ball bearings, is available in three sizes and has a rigid graphite/composite frame.

Okuma Tormenta
The Tormenta features a 2BB+1RB drive system, 6.6:1 gear ratio and external adjustable magnetic cast control system. The Tormenta also features a corrosion-resistant graphite frame and side plates.

Quantum Smoke
Quantum's Smoke reel is a departure from its colorful reels with a graphite-colored frame and the same quality internals that all Quantum reels have.

Ardent S2500 Fishouflage Reel
This spinning reel is wrapped with a Walleyeflage finish, featuring a total titanium protection system. A 5:1 gear ratio and seven ball bearings round out the perks.

Pinnacle Optimus XLT
Designed with help from Elite Series pro staffers, the Optimus XLT features a rigid X-Bone metal frame and gold-titanium side covers and 11 ball bearings. The high-end baitcaster has a 7.3:1 retrieve.