Shimano Talica 20 Backbone Roller Tip 2-Speed Game Combo 5ft 7in 15kg 1pc

Power and speed to take on the biggest fish

The Shimano Talica 20 Backbone Roller Tip 2-Speed Game Combo gives you the power, speed and comfort you need to take on brutal Kingfish and the like. The Shimano Talica reel offers the power of a game reel in a compact size. Plus, the matching Backbone Roller Tip rod provides the comfort and power you need for those long, tough fights.

The Reel
The Shimano Talica 20 II 2-Speed Overhead Reel is built on solid engineering principles that puts this reel in a league of its own. This series offers a high-speed retrieve that you can use for jigging up brutal Kingfish from offshore structure where speed can make all the difference or use it to target Marlin and Tuna trolling lures or pitching out a bait to a fired up pelagic.

Each model has a one-piece cold forged (for extreme strength) and machined Aluminium frame, this is treated with a proprietary surface process for cutting-edge corrosion protection. Shimano then added a lightweight cold forged aluminium spool, oversized HEG (High Efficiency Gearing) gears, waterproof carbon drag system and 6 S-ARB bearings for super slick operation.The Talica has been constructed to withstand massive drag pressures and the carbon drag system has been waterproofed (when engaged) to handle salt water spray.And what's more the High Efficiency Gearing means that it has the power to fight fish well above its weight class.

Metal Series
Metal frames not only keep moving parts in precise alignment, they also feature the use of the latest anodising, plating and painting techniques for a beautiful and durable finish.

Cold Forged Aluminium
The Talica's spool provides increased strength and durability over diecast aluminium or graphite spools.

Shielded Anti-rust Bearings
Anti-rust Bearings are made of stainless steel that has been through the A-RB process. At least 10 times more corrosion-resistant than standard stainless steel ball bearings. It also features shields on both sides of the bearing to reduce the possibility salt or sand and allow the bearings to spin faster and longer.

2-speed Gearing
This mechanism is designed so that gear changes are quick and easy, even when fighting a fish. The low gear ratio used for high-power retrieves is selected by pushing the button on the base of the handle. Return to the high-speed ratio by sliding the release button along the handle shank. By using two sets of gears, the drive and pinion gears are always engaged. There is no gear meshing during the shift.

The Rod
The Shimano Backbone Roller Tip Game Rod continues Shimano's dedication to producing superb quality rods at a genuinely reasonable price. It's a heavy duty rod built on Carbon blanks, finished with top quality SEA guides and bindings. Solid and reliable.

Shimano Talica 20 II 2-Speed Overhead Reel Features:

• Oversized High Efficiency Gearing (HEG) gears
  
• Shimano Metal series
  
• Shielded anti-rust bearings
  
• One-piece aluminium cold-forged spool
  
• E.I. anti-corrosion surface treatment
  
• 2-speed gearing

Shimano Talica 20 II 2-Speed Overhead Reel Specifications:

• Retrieve per crank: 117/60 cm
  
• Bearings: 6
  
• Max drag: 20 kg
  
• Mono cap: 14 kg / 430 m
  
• Drag type: LD
  
• Weight: 964g
  
• Powerpro cap: 80 lbs / 526 yds
  
• Gear ratio: 5.2:1, 2.3:1

Shimano Talica 20 II 2-Speed Overhead Reel Schematic Diagram

Shimano Backbone Roller Tip Game Rod Features:

• Carbon blanks
  
• Top quality SEA guides
  
• Pieces: 1
  
• Length: 5ft 7in
  
• Line weight: 15kg
  
• Blank: Carbon
  
• Butt assembly: Full length EVA
  
• Guide: SEA / TPAC bay