Shimano Citica 200 I HG Backbone Baitcaster Combo 7ft 2-5kg 2pc

Stronger, lighter, tougher

The Shimano Citica 200 I HG Backbone Baitcaster Combo is a tough and versatile combo that’s great
for Salmon fishing. Stronger, lighter, and tougher – the Shimano
Citica 200 I HG Reel is a pleasure to use and own. And what’s more,
it’s paired up with the durable and fast-acting Backbone Elite Rod.
Compact, durable and feature-packed, this combo’s all you need to
get your next trophy catch!

The Reel
In keeping with many of Shimano’s recent engineering advancements
the Shimano Citica 200 I HG Baitcaster Reel
represents a reel that’s stronger, more corrosion-resistant,
lighter, looks great and is a pleasure to use all day. Anglers
looking for a tough and durable reel look to Citica.

Proven Shimano technology comes to the new Shimano Citica
200 I HG Baitcaster Reel, including X-Ship for smooth
retrieval of your favourite bait. Achieve maximum casting distance
and put your bait where the fish live with the combination of S3D
spool and the easy-to-manage SVS Infinity braking system.

Hagane body
The HAGANE body is a metal reel body with high rigidity. The body
stiffness and impact resistance virtually eliminates body flexing.
The result transforms the angler’s actions directly into cranking
power. It’s efficiency through strength.

SVS Infinity braking system
Shimano’s innovation in brake system technology, SVS Infinity
provides easy-to-manage, consistent spool control and brake force.
With brake weights that use inner friction against the raceway
during the cast, SVS Infinity controls spool speed for precision
casting especially when using lighter lures. The external
adjustment knob provides for quick, precise adjustments for either
the conditions or when you switch baits.

Shimano Stable Spool Design (S3D)
Shimano’s S3D technology leads to significantly reduced spool
vibration. By designing a balanced and uniform thin wall aluminium
constructed spool, S3D creates an incredibly smooth feeling when
casting and retrieving lures.

Super free spool
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 actually can drag on the spool
shaft creating friction that can limit the length of a cast. With
SF the pinion gear is supported by a ball bearing so that when the
clutch is disengaged in preparation for a cast, the pinion gear and
spool shaft are kept in perfect alignment. The result is zero
friction upon the spool shaft.

X-ship technology
The X-ship technology will give you a retrieve so smooth and
effortless, you’ll wonder if it’s even in gear! By supporting the
pinion gear on both ends with S-ARB bearings and integrating a
bigger drive gear, Shimano increased the reel’s gearing efficiency
and power. This means that you’ll get a smooth and powerful reel
rotation even under heavy loads.

High Efficiency Gearing (HEG)
HEG consists of not only the gears, but also the frame, set plate
and handle-side side plate. Shimano increased the size of the drive
gear and the pinion gear to offer increased leverage and power. By
using a one-piece frame that incorporates the set plate and adding
a one-piece stamped side plate, you don’t need to worry about your
gears binding under pressure.

From the rivers and lakes to the multitude of inshore saltwater
options available the Shimano Citica 200 I HG Baitcaster
Reel takes it on!

The Rod
The favourite Backbone series of rods just got an overhaul. The new Shimano Backbone Overhead Baitcaster Rod is now stronger than ever, with a higher quality blank, good quality componentry and a new slick design that is bound to please.

Graphite Blank
Utilising high quality graphite sheets rolled on custom designed mandrels, a sensitive yet extremely lightweight performance fishing blank is created.

Graphite Composite
Rod blanks combining both graphite and fibreglass materials in a particular manner can create a blank with characteristics that are best of both worlds, making a rod that has fibreglass robustness with the power of graphite.

Shimano Citica 200 I HG Baitcaster Reel
Features:

• Hagane body
• SVS Infinity braking system
• Shimano Stable Spool Design (S3D)
• Super free spool
• X-ship technology
• High Efficiency Gearing (HEG)

Shimano Citica 200 I HG Baitcaster Reel
Specifications:

• Retrieve per crank: 77cm
• Bearings: 5+1
• Max drag: 5.5kg
• Mono capacity: 8kg / 180m
• Drag type: Star
• Weight: 210g
• Powerpro capacity: 30lbs / 190yds
• Gear ratio: 7.2:1

Shimano Backbone Overhead Baitcaster Rod Features:

• Graphite blank
• Graphite composite
• SEA guides

Shimano Backbone Overhead Baitcaster Rod Specifications:

• Model: BB702C25
• Length: 7ft
• Pieces: 2
• Line weight: 2-5kg
• Lure weight: N/A
• Blank: Carbon
• Butt assembly: Cork
• Guide: SEA Guides