Shimano Talica 12 IIA Grappler Type J B538 Jigging Combo 5ft 3in PE8 2pc

Powerful jigging machine

The new and improved Shimano Talica 12 IIA Grappler Type J B538 Jigging Combo is the perfect blend of strength and power that's built to last. With this pair you get the Talica 12 IIA 2-Speed Jigging Reel with high-speed retrieve, designed for targeting brutal Kingfish where speed can make all the difference. Plus the new Grappler Jig Rod provides all the power and comfort you need for those long, tough fights. Tough fish will know who's boss with this set.

The Reel
The benchmark for small 2-speed lever drag performance, the all-new Shimano 23 Talica 12 IIA 2-Speed Jigging Reel raises the bar as Shimano's flagship reel again with ultra-smooth reeling and powerful drag performance to conquer long battles with trophy game fish. The addition of Shimano's innovative Infinity Drive technology leverages a new drag design to increase drag force while reducing side-load pressure to produce up to 30% lighter rotation during tough battles and high-drag situations.

The new generation of Talica now features X-Protect technology to boast high-level water resistance in vital areas to improve durability without sacrificing a light gear feel. The included Light-Line Drag Cam provides added versatility with a lower drag curve for anglers fishing monofilament or lighter fluorocarbon leaders. It also features a HAGANE Body made of highly-rigid aluminium to reduce the reel's overall weight while eliminating reel body flex, warp and distortion to allow for smooth reeling with minimal power loss during challenging battles. Improving on its S-Compact body design, the palming side plate is an additional 6% smaller than the previous generation.

The Shimano 23 Talica 12 IIA 2-Speed Jigging Reel is the pinnacle of performance you need to battle the toughest fish in the harshest conditions.

The Rod
The Shimano Grappler Type J B538 Overhead Jigging Rod features awesome newly designed blanks packed with high-end features like Spiral X and Hi-Power X, both of which are very rare for this price range. In addition to being light, strong and unwavering during fish fights, the Shimano Grappler Type J B538 Overhead Jigging Rod is equipped with double-footed MN guides and metal gimbals. This makes it an excellent rod for targeting big game fish.

Spiral X
Spiral X Construction consists of 3 layers - a blank made of vertical fibres, an inner layer, and an outer layer, both comprised of carbon tape that tightly winds the blank diagonally in opposite directions. By using this carbon tape in place of a conventional horizontal fibre sheet, Spiral X achieves enhanced torsional rigidity without adding extra weight. This, in turn, facilitates instant power transmission for precise casting and fighting fish. Through its exclusive lightweight structure, Shimano's Spiral X construction will definitely enhance your catching power!

Hi-Power X
In Hi-Power X construction, the blank's outermost layer is diagonally wrapped with carbon tape which forms an array of inchXinch shapes. The width of the tape, its winding angle, and the part of the rod being wrapped are fine-tuned according to the target fish species. The flexibility allows Shimano to adjust these wraps during construction for precise actions, enhanced overall strength and added twist resistance. In short, Hi-Power X construction delivers sharp and crisp rod control.

Shimano 23 Talica 12 IIA 2-Speed Jigging Reel Features:

• HAGANE Body: metal reel body with high rigidity
• Infinity Drive: increase drag force while reducing side-load pressure
• X Protect: provides high level water resistance to the drive gear shaft
• S-Compact Body: allows for all day comfort and improved fishability
• Cross Carbon Drag: wider range of drag settings than traditional drag materials

Shimano Grappler Type J B538 Overhead Jigging Rod Features:

• Newly designed blank
  
• High-end features
  
• Spiral X
  
• Hi-Power X
  
• Double footed MN guides
  
• Metal gimbal for PE rated rods

Shimano 23 Talica 12 IIA 2-Speed Jigging Reel Specifications:

• Model: TAC12IIA
• Gear ratio: 5.7
• Gear ratio (Low): 3.1
• Max drag: 20kg (44lbs)
• Weight: 706g
• Mono line capacity (lb-yd): 20-350, 25-280, 30-230
• Powerpro line capacity (lb-yd): 50-580, 65-400, 80-355
• Retrieve per crank: 106.68cm (42inch)
• Retrieve per crank (Low): 58.42cm (23inch)
• Ball bearings: 7/0

Shimano Grappler Type J B538 Overhead Jigging Rod Specifications:

• Rod Product Code: B538
  
• Length: 5'3'' (1.6m)
  
• Sections: 2
  
• Lure Rating: 400g
  
• PE Rating: PE 8