What does HG and XG mean on Shimano reels?

HG(High Gear) is a high gear ratio, and XG(xtra high gear) is the highest gear ratio.

What year is my Shimano reel?

Shimano use a simple 2-letter date code, printed on each component or on a sticker or label. You’ll usually find this near the component’s serial code. The first letter indicates the year, the second stands for the month.

What is Shimano PG?

PG means Power Gear and is most commonly seen as PG on Shimano reels. Other Reel Companies simply refer to them as the normal models. PG or normal winding ratio are reels with a Gear Ratio 4.5 to 5.5:1 that means that they perform 5.3 rotor turns, per every one full turn of the handle (Crank).

What is XG in fishing reel?

Extra-High Gearing (XG) is designed for anglers looking for ultra-fast retrieve speeds. XG gearing is ideal for anglers looking to target fast moving fish like tuna, trevally and mackerel using topwater lure presentations.

How do I find the model number of my Shimano reel?

Model numbers are on the sides of the housing/body of the reel, and on the spool. Be careful about looking at spools, as newer version spools can often be used on older reels and cause confusion with the parts in the rest of the older reel.

What do the numbers mean on reels?

The numbers on the fishing reel represent the size of the reel. The numbers 1000-9000 tell us the diameter of the spool. Small-sized reels from 1000-3500 are most suitable for catching small fish. The greater the number, the more line you’ll be able to hold and hence have a stronger drag system.

Is the Shimano IX a good Reel?

The Shimano IX is a lightweight, rear-drag spinning reel packed with many features to allow anglers to cast with ease and retrieve with conviction. The Shimano IX is a lightweight, rear-drag spinning reel packed with many features to allow anglers to cast with ease and retrieve with conviction.

Which Shimano spinning reels are the strongest?

One of the strongest in the MagnumLite series of spinning reels, Shimano engineered the new Sustain series of spinning reels to conquer the toughest of any inshore or freshwater species.

What kind of crankset does Shimano use?

SHIMANO 105 – HOLLOWTECH II – Road Crankset – 2×11-speed The redesigned SHIMANO 105 FC-R7000 crank balances weight and efficiency without sacrificing stiffness. Its wider gear pitch increases clearance with small gearings on modern 135mm O.L.D. frames.

Why choose Shimano 105 R7000 mechanical brake?

The SHIMANO 105 R7000 mechanical brake DUAL CONTROL LEVERS bring quick and intuitive shifting and confidant braking in an affordable package. They are available in black and silver.