Shimano SLX 150 HG Backbone Softbait Combo 7ft 2-5kg 2pc

Set the bar higher this season

The Shimano SLX 150 HG Backbone Softbait Combo is a tough and versatile combo that’s great for Trout and Salmon fishing. With high-end features such as Shimano's three SUS bearings the SLX 150 HG is a pleasure to use and own. And what's more, it's paired up with the durable and fast-acting Backbone Elite Rod. Compact, durable and feature-packed, this combo's all you need to get your next trophy catch!

The Reel
Inside the Shimano SLX 150 HG Baitcaster Reel Hagane Body, brass gearing delivers reliable cranking power and three SUS bearings and one roller bearing means everything turns smoothly. The reel incorporates a compact design, however the reel has the same line capacity as Shimano's standard 150 sized reels, fitting 150m of 20lb Power Pro. A longer 45mm Throw Handle working in conjunction with two model options featuring gear ratios of 7.2:1 means that the slow and methodical lure worker and the angler who likes a bit of speed are well covered by the new SLX. On top of this, the Shimano SLX 150 HG Baitcaster Reel's max drag settings of 5kg provide some amazing stopping power should it be needed!

VBS
VBS uses centrifugal force rather than magnets to aid in controlling the cast. The individual brake weights, when turned on, are forced outward at the beginning of the cast when backlashes most often occur, causing friction that reduces the speed of the spool. Once the spool speed begins to slow, the pressure lessens, allowing the spool to continue spinning. The result is a much more consistent spool speed that is easier t manage and takes advantage of the reel's maximum casting distance.

Hagane Body
The Hagane Body is produced from high rigidity aluminium or magnesium. This creates stiffness and impact resistance, while at the same time eliminating flexing of the body. The result is a rock solid housing and support of the moving internal gearing and greater efficiency throughout the reel.

The Rod
The favourite Backbone series of rods just got an overhaul. The new Shimano Backbone Overhead Baitcaster Rod is now stronger than ever, with a higher quality blank, good quality componentry and a new slick design that is bound to please.

Graphite Blank
Utilising high quality graphite sheets rolled on custom designed mandrels, a sensitive yet extremely lightweight performance fishing blank is created.

Graphite Composite
Rod blanks combining both graphite and fibreglass materials in a particular manner can create a blank with characteristics that are best of both worlds, making a rod that has fibreglass robustness with the power of graphite.

Shimano SLX 150 HG Baitcaster Reel Specifications:

• Retrieve per crank: 72cm
  
• Bearings: 3+1
  
• Max Drag: 5 kg
  
• Mono Capacity: 5 kg / 132 m
  
• Drag type: Star Drag
  
• Weight: 195g
  
• Powerpro Cap: 20 lbs / 150 yds
  
• Gear Ratio: 7:2:1

Shimano Backbone Overhead Baitcaster Rod Features:

• Graphite blank
  
• Graphite composite
  
• SEA guides
  

Shimano Backbone Overhead Baitcaster Rod Specifications:

• Model: BB702C25
  
• Length: 7ft
  
• Pieces: 2
  
• Line weight: 2-5kg
  
• Lure weight: N/A
  
• Blank: Carbon
  
• Butt assembly: Cork
  
• Guide: SEA Guides