
Reliable and versatile combo
Looking for a versatile rod and reel combo for boat fishing and
straylining? The Shimano Baitrunner 8000 D and Backbone
Travel Spinning Rod and Reel Combo is perfectly matched
for you! The large baitrunner reel boasts a powerful 20 pounds of
drag, making it ideal for straylining. The matching Backbone rod is
especially designed for travel. The Shimano Baitrunner 8000
D and Backbone Travel Spinning Rod and Reel Combo is a
versatile combo that lets you fish – whenever, wherever.
The Reel
The Shimano Baitrunner reels have been the most dominant brand of
Baitrunner on the market for many years now. The quality of these
Shimano Baitrunner reels is exceptional. The Shimano
Baitrunner D is the paramount range of the new Baitrunner
collection, boasting the best features of the previous range and
boldly combining them with new Shimano technologies and design to
deliver the best Baitrunner yet.
Notable Features
The Shimano 8000D Baitrunner Reel features all the
latest Shimano technologies; from Propulsion Line Management System
to S A-RB bearings. The new compact profile lineup can handle
nearly any live-bait application but still maintain the incredible
durability of the legendary Baitrunner Series. The key feature of
the Shimano Baitrunner is its secondary drag system which maintains
a controlled freespool with the closed bail allowing fish to run
with the bait. By flipping the lever or turning the handle the
primary drag quickly engages. Other features include Graphite
Frame, Propulsion Line Management System, Varispeed Oscillation,
Machined Aluminum Handle, Dartainium II Drag, SA-RB Ball Bearings,
Super Stopper Anti-Reverse, Dyna-Balance and Fluidrive II
Gearing.
Fish with confidence with the new Shimano Baitrunner 8000D
Reel. The Baitrunner delivers better castability, better
line lay, less backlash, fewer wind knots or tangles, and less line
friction. With larger and more comfortable grips, a higher maximum
drag and a wider range of settings than its predecessors, the
Shimano Baitrunner 8000D Reel is an excellent
choice for your saltwater fishing adventures!
The Rod
If you love the Shimano Backbone Elite Rod series and travelling,
then we have great news for you! Shimano Fishing NZ has developed a
new range of travel rods under the Shimano Backbone banner. The
Shimano Backbone Elite Travel Rod is a butt-joined
integrated graphite rod that makes transporting and storing much
easier. Keep one in the car for a sneaky after work mission or
travel overseas for new fishing destinations. This travel rod will
make sure you’re always ready to fish, whenever, wherever.
Shimano Baitrunner 8000 D Spinning Reel
Features:
- Graphite frame
- Graphite sideplate
- Propulsion line management system
- Varispeed oscillation
- S-Concept; S-Rotor, S-Arm Cam, Direct Drive Mechanism
(thread-in handle attachment), oversized Septon grips for power and
comfort, waterproof drag - Machined aluminium handle
- Dartainium II drag washers (Cross Carbon)
- Repairable clicker
- A-RB (Shielded A-RB) ball bearings; making it 10 times more
corrosion resistant than standard Stainless Steel ball
bearings - Super stopper anti-reverse; eliminates backplay and provides
instant hook setting power - Dyna-Balance; eliminates wobble during the retrieve by counter
balancing the rotor - Floating shaft
- Fluidrive II gearing
- Rated for use with mono, fluorocarbon and PowerPro lines
Shimano Baitrunner 8000 D Spinning Reel
Specifications:
- Gear Ratio: 4.8:1
- Bearing: 3 BB and 1 RB (Shielded A-RB)
- Weight: 615 g
- Line Retrieve Per Crank: 91 cm / 36 in
- Line Capacity (mono): 6 kg / 270 m
- Line Capacity (PowerPro): 40 lbs / 295 yds
- Max Drag: 20lbs / 12 kg
- Drag Type: FD/BTR
- BTR Drag: 2.0lbs
Shimano Backbone Elite Travel Rod Features:
- Integrated 2 piece graphite blank
- Custom EVA grips
- Shimano soft touch reel seats
- Rubber gimbals
- American Tackle Halide guides
Shimano Backbone Elite Travel Rod Features:
- Type: Travel Spin
- Pieces: 2
- Length: 2.08m (6ft 10in)
- Line Weight: 6-10kg
- Blank Type: Integrated Graphite
- Grip Assembly: Custom EVA
- Guide Type: American Tackle
- Action: Fast
- Gimbal Type: Rubber Gimbal
- Reel Seat: Shimano Soft Touch





















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