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Title: new shimano aldebaran
Post by: Bullet3119 on March 06, 2015, 05:33:18 PM: @Jimmy RodandReel what is your take on Shimanos new reel? The Aldebaran.
Title: Re: new shimano aldebaran
Post by: Jimmy RodandReel on March 06, 2015, 06:37:55 PM: I have one on the way right now. Might be here tomorrow and I will let you know what I think after I tear it down and take a look see. (hmm)
Heres the spec for the reel............................
Line Capacity (lbs / yds) 12lb / 100yds
Gear Ratio 5.8:1 or 7.1:1
Measured Weight 5.6 ounces (158 grams)
Measured Max. Drag 6.5 lbs
Number of Bearings 8 + 1
Size of Spool/Sideplate Bearings 2 @ 3x10x4 : 4 @ 4x7.2.5 (for handle)
Handle Length 80mm (5.8:1 version) : 84mm (7:1 version)
Features 6 point SVS Brake System, Aluminum spool, oversized gearing, Mg frame
Title: Re: new shimano aldebaran
Post by: Curt on March 06, 2015, 06:44:39 PM: So based on the spool capacity, it's a small reel made for lighter lines and lighter baits (hmm)
Title: Re: new shimano aldebaran
Post by: Jimmy RodandReel on March 06, 2015, 06:58:06 PM: Quote from: Curt on March 06, 2015, 06:44:39 PM
So based on the spool capacity, it's a small reel made for lighter lines and lighter baits (hmm)

These are made to compete with the Steez and Pixy's. Yes small reels. (yes)
Title: Re: new shimano aldebaran
Post by: Bullet3119 on March 06, 2015, 08:48:43 PM: I could see one of these going on a @Jimmy RodandReel custom shakey head rod....
Title: Re: new shimano aldebaran
Post by: Jimmy RodandReel on March 06, 2015, 09:12:12 PM: Quote from: Bullet3119 on March 06, 2015, 08:48:43 PM
I could see one of these going on a @Jimmy RodandReel custom shakey head rod....

(y) (y) All I need is a say so. (yes)
Title: Re: new shimano aldebaran
Post by: Bullet3119 on March 06, 2015, 09:28:05 PM: All I need is a reel report ;)
Title: Re: new shimano aldebaran
Post by: Jimmy RodandReel on March 09, 2015, 09:18:12 AM: Hopefully it will get here today.

Seems like everything is running a few days behind due to the snow. (fp) (fp)
Title: Re: new shimano aldebaran
Post by: Bullet3119 on March 09, 2015, 09:20:07 AM: Yeah I had two packages shipped from same place at same time last week. One got here friday, the other is still in transit.