If you're looking for the ideal rod and reel combo that can handle stray-lining for big snapper or casting from the rocks with ease, then the Shimano Baitrunner 12000 OC and Aquatip Straylining Combo is the set-up you're looking for. The large reel makes it ideal for stray-lining for chunky snapper and with great mono capacity the Shimano Baitrunner 12000OC and Aquatip Rod and Reel Combo is an exceptional option when you're fishing off the bricks. You'll tackle big snapper and kingies with ease with the Shimano Baitrunner 12000 OC and Aquatip Straylining Combo.
The Reel
Superseding the well known Shimano Baitrunner B series, the Shimano Baitrunner 12000OC is the latest release in Shimano’s Baitrunner range. This new series boasts some of the most exciting upgrades seen in a Baitrunner reel for years, yet it still consists of the elements which made Baitrunner a household name for Kiwi fishermen.
The Shimano Baitrunner 12000OC features a huge 12kgs of drag making it ideal for stray-lining and live-baiting off the boat or casting from the rocks. This new range now comes with a replaceable spool clicker, Vari-speed oscillation to make sure you get perfect line lay with Power Pro and other braided lines, and Propulsion Line management to give you that extra distance while casting.
Not only have the handles been upgraded from the B series, but the Shimano Baitrunner 12000OC also features a Cold Forged spool for increased strength and durability, and Shimano's Fluidrive II which increases the efficiency of the retrieve for more power with less effort.
The Shimano Baitrunner 12000OC would have to be one of the most versatile bait fishing reels out and is without a doubt the one reel you must have next time you hit the water!
The Rod
The Shimano Aquatip Boat Spinning Rod comes to you from one of the best value for money ranges available to fishermen. This rod is perfect for stray-lining for big snapper, live-baiting for kingies, it'll make a solid rock rod and it takes down schooling fish like kahawai and trevally with pleasure. The Shimano Aquatip Boat Spinning Rod is perfectly suited to most of your fishing situations.
The Shimano Aquatip Boat Spinning Rod features a durable solid integrated tip, striking metallic blue, silver and black binds, shaped EVA grips and hooded winches. Excellent value for money, the Shimano Aquatip Boat Spinning Rod will look great, make a brilliant addition to your rocket launcher and will answer a huge range of your fishing demands!
REEL SPECS
- Type: Spinning
- Retrieve Per Crank: 93cm
- Bearings: 3 Stainless Steel + 1 Roller Bearing
- Max Drag: 12kg
- Drag Type: FD/BTR
- Mono Cap: 12lb/550yds – 16lb/350yds – 20lb/265yds
- Powerpro Cap: 50lb/505yds – 65lb/310yds – 80lb/230yds
- Weight: 825g
- Gear Ratio: 4.4:1
ROD SPECS
- Excellent for live-baiting for kingies
- Perfect stray-lining big snapper, kahawai and trevally
- Works well casting lures for schooling fish
- Solid integrated tip for strength and sensitivity
- Ceramic insert guides
- Graphite reel seats
- Comfortable EVA grips
- Line Rating: 10-15kg
- Length: 7ft