Shimano’s ‘Surf Crew’ is heading to the Jersey Shore this weekend for the first of many special beach side events to introduce its new ‘Long Cast Surf System.’ Anglers can join Shimano’s resident expert, Roy Leyva, for this special surfcasting experience, and test your abilities with the new Aero Technium XS-C, Ultregra CI4+ XSB and Ultegra XS-C spinning reels, and new Tiralejo surf rods.
The weekend surf events take place Saturday, May 31 in Ship Bottom, NJ (15th Street at the Bay) from 8:30am until 11:30. Then on Sunday, June 1, there are two beach-side events planned. The first stop is in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ (Inlet Drive – Fisherman’s Memorial) from 8:30am until 11:30am. The ‘Surf Crew’ then packs it all up and moves to Deal, NJ from 2pm until 5pm at the Phillips Avenue Jetty.
Shimano’s new ‘Long Cast Surf System’ tackle will soon be available from select tackle dealers up and down the East Coast.
Shimano tackles surf-fishing action with a new line-up of long-casting spinning reels – the Aero Technium 10000 XS, the Ultegra 5500 CI4+ XSB, and the Ultegra XS-C offered in both 5500 and 10000 size models — and an all-new line-up of Tiralejo ‘Long Cast Concept’ surf rods.
All with large diameter long stroke spools, along with Shimano’s new SuperSlow Oscillation feature, these new reels give anglers the long casting abilities to be within range, and the power to reel them in.
The Aero Technium 10000 XS features X-Ship gearing for smoothness and efficiency, along with Aero Wrap II, Shimano Instant Drag so the reel can quickly be switch from free spool to a ‘fight’ setting, and CF Gear (cold-forged) technology. Combined with SuperSlow 10 oscillation that lays line on the spool for exceptional castability, the Aero Technium 10000 is Shimano’s ‘ultimate’ surf casting reel for both distance and power. It retails for $699.
The lightweight, compact body design found on the Ultegra CI4+ 5500 XSB makes it easier to generate extra rod speed for long casting performance. SuperSlow 5 oscillation line lay also increases casting distance, plus the reel also features Instant Drag, CF Gear technology and X-Ship. Retail price is $319.
Both with SuperSlow 5 oscillation and X-Ship gearing contributing to smoothness and long-distance casting, the Ultegra 5500 XS-C and 10000 XS-C can tackle just about any surf fishing action. Shimano provides other key features including Instant Drag and Aero Wrap II. The 5500 size retails for $199, while the 10000 size is $219.
It’s all about long distance casting – putting anglers within range in all surf fishing locations and situations, with the new Tiralejo ‘Long Cast Concept’ surf rods. With lightweight C4S blank construction for maximum pulling power without sacrificing sensitivity, the Tiralejo rods feature Fuji K Frame tangle-free guides and a Fuji reel seat. Rods include the medium power 10’6” TRS106MA, the 11’ heavy power TRS110HA, and the medium/heavy power 12’ TRS120MHA.
Be ‘Within Range’ with the new Shimano Long Cast Surf Tackle – available for surf fishing action this summer and fall. For more information, see your local Shimano tackle dealer, or check out the Shimano web site at Shimano.com.
