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Features
- High efficiency gearing; X-SHIP gear support system
- Corrosion resistant bearings lasts 10x longer than standard stainless steel bearings
- Micro Module Gear system for smoother feel reducing vibration without sacrificing strength or durability
- Stiff, impact resistant HAGANE body eliminates flexing for improved cranking power
The Metanium DC is the flagship model of the Shimano Europe baitcasting reels range. Besides the very impressive technology like 9+1 high quality bearings, X-Ship, HaganeBody, MicroModule, S3D spool, etc, is the biggest advantage of this reel in the braking unit. The braking is done with the digital I-DC5 system. In this braking system a computer chip is built which calculates 1000x per second the exact right braking power of the spool, during the cast. The angler only has to choose a pre-set (type of lure, type of line) and the reel will do all the braking for the angler. This results in: easy fishing, very far casting, less knots/birdnests and less problems in casting with crosswind or other though casting conditions! Its an all-round baitcasting reel, capable of casting lures from 5 grams up to 30 grams easily. Its perfect for blackbass fishing, pike fishing (up to medium sized lures) and zander/perch fishing with light lures.
Micro Module Gear: The addition of MicroModule gear technology to the worm shaft idle gear reduces oscillation vibration. This is an incredible breakthrough in design and delivers an outstanding level smoothness without sacrificing strength or durability. The enhanced smoothness results in greater sensitivity transmitted from your rod, line and lure to your hand.
X-Ship: XShip is a combination of features that work together to create much greater efficiency. By positioning the pinion gear close to the center line of the large diameter drive gear, more power is transferred from the handle to the rotor. The pinion gear is also supported by two Shimano ARB roller bearings. This creates more stability.
HAGANE Body: The HAGANE Body is produced from high rigidity aluminum 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 for the moving internal gearing and greater efficiency throughout the reel.
S3D Spool: Shimano's S3D technology leads to significantly reduced spool vibration. By designing a balanced and uniform thin wall aluminum constructed spool, S3D creates an incredibly smooth feeling when casting and retrieving lures.
I-DC5: I-DC5 is the newest of DC brake systems. It has 2 sets of dial adjustment. 1. With the inside dial, you can select the type of line used. (1. Nylon, 2. Fluorocarbon, 3. Braided PE Line). The outside dial adjustment is based on the lure type. (1. Big Lures (18-30g), 2. Medium Lures (10-20g), 3. Small Lures (8-12g) & 4. Finesse Lures (5-8g)). There is also the 'AUTO' function, letting the onboard DC decide optimal brake setting. The I-DC5 breaking system uses more magnets to assist braking than the previous systems. With the additional of a ring magnet, brake force can be applied more evenly. This increases maximum spool revolution by 12% at the start of a cast.
S A-RB: Shimano S ARB bearings are high corrosion resistant ARB ball bearings with an extra shield for improved protection against sand, salt, or dust.
Super Free System: The Super Free bearing supported pinion gear system (SF) was designed to eliminate friction on the spool shaft during the cast. In standard baitcasting reels, when the clutch bar is pressed down, the pinion gear is freed and can actually drag on the spool shaft, creating friction and limiting hte length of the cast. With SF, the pinion gear is supported by a ball bearing, and when the clutch is disengaged the pinion gear and spool shaft are kept in precise alignment. The result is zero friction on the spool shaft for increased freespool.
Manufacturer:
Manufacturer: Shimano
Specifications:
Model: METDC101XG
Weight (g): 195
Gear Ratio: 8.5:1
Bearings: 9+1
Max Drag (kg): 5
Line Capacity (MM/M): 0.25-150
Line Capacity (Lbs/Yds): 12-120,14-100,16-85,20-70
