When you think about how renowned their pedigree is, it’s no real surprise that Shimano have created the wonderful Big Baitrunner XT-A LC Reel, which is truly where it’s at in carp fishing if you would like to have the smoothest, most dependable performance for your distance casting endeavours.
Upholding their long established reputation for making products with stylish, contemporary designs and unsurpassed build quality, Shimano have come up with the goods yet again by designing and engineering what surely must be pretty much as close as you can get to the ultimate in long range carp and specialist reels. Casting off with the XT-A LC definitely reminds you why you enjoy fishing so much.
The incorporation of the AR-C spool with slow oscillation AeroWrap 11 line lay means this reel is very powerful and extremely smooth. Each time you cast, the line is completely evenly distributed so you are able to reach much greater distances whilst never having to put up with the frustration of tangled lines which, by default, means more actual fishing time to enjoy.
By redesigning the gearing system, Shimano have made sure you’ll experience very little friction and with shielded ball bearings, it is extremely durable as well. The true test, of course, is when you’re cranking the handle on a distance cast, as that’s when you’ll really experience how well made a reel it is. It genuinely brings easy winding to the next level.
There are two sizes of Shimano Big Baitrunner XT-A LC Reel available, depending on what distance requirements you are looking to achieve:
The Big Baitrunner, designed for ultimate extremes, is geared at a ratio of 4.6:1 with a capacity of 16lbs over 440 yards. Then there is the Medium Baitrunner, which comes geared at 5.3:1 with a capacity of 12lbs over 315 yards.
If perfect distance casting is your goal, this reel, with its smooth action, exceptional design and engineering qualities, plus great looks too, has got everything you are looking for.