Shimano Power Aero XSC carp fishing reel

A technology that supports the elements on which the spool sits. It combines power and lightness to achieve long and accurate casts.

Drive technology that increases the performance of the reel. By moving the pinion towards the main sprocket, more power is transferred from the handle to the rotor.

Technology involving the redesign of as many as 11 reel components to achieve the quietest possible operation.

Shimano-branded sealing technology to protect the reel's internal mechanisms from water ingress.

Shimano brand technology based on a specially designed spool, which has a patented shape that allows the line to slip smoothly during casting.

Shimano brand reel design based on cold forged gearing. Such a gear is strong and offers greater resistance to overload than die-cast gears. The overall result is increased durability of the reel.

G-Free Body technology has been developed to move the centre of gravity of the reel closer to the rod. This was achieved by raising the drive shaft by 19mm. This move has directed the centre of gravity towards the angler's hand, resulting in better ergonomics and easier use. The result is less hand fatigue when fishing.

The use of Parallel Body technology in the body design allows the reel axis to be parallel to the rod. This ensures smooth line retrieval from the spool without creating unwanted friction on the first grommet, resulting in the ability to make much longer casts.

CI4+ is an improved version of the original CI4. This material, with its exceptional technological advances, is characterised by a stiffness that exceeds by as much as 2.5 times that of CI4, and can only be found in Shimano's most expensive, extremely lightweight reels. With CI4+, it is possible to achieve significant towing power while maintaining reliability and no risk of deformation of parts.

Key to the Infinity Drive technology is the improved support for the pinion gear, which results in a significant reduction in unwanted vibrations and provides smoother operation of the entire mechanism. As a result, the user experiences smoother and quieter operation, which is particularly important in delicate situations such as precision fish hauling.

SA-RB technology from Shimano is an advanced bearing system that is an evolution of the well-known and highly regarded A-RB solution. The most important feature of SA-RB bearings is their outstanding corrosion resistance, making them the ideal choice for extreme conditions such as offshore fishing or intensive use in variable weather conditions.

It is an advanced solution that optimises the flow of line without any obstruction all the way to the reel. Its one-piece, seamless construction minimises friction, significantly reducing the risk of line tangling or the possibility of cutting into the reel arm. Thanks to this technology, anglers can expect smoother and more precise casting, resulting in more efficient and comfortable fishing.

Cross Carbon Drag technology is a brake system that uses carbon fibre pads. It provides greater flexibility in settings and smoother operation during loading.

Shimano's Hi-Speed Drag technology is the fastest braking system that allows you to change the brake setting from free line release to fight mode with just a slight turn of the knob on the front of the spool.