Evergreen Opus-1 Unboxing

The Opus-1, from Japanese tackle giant Evergreen International, is the ultimate spinning reel for true enthusiasts and collectors. Sporting a street price of nearly $900 USD they don’t skimp on any of the extras. This limited run reel comes with a nice aluminum case carrying case, two zippered pouches lined with a super soft material, and a full tool set complete with custom case. This photo set was submitted by Craig Thomasian.

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Toronto Sportsmen’s Show Tackle Porn: Daiwa Zillion Coastal

This wraps up the Daiwa tackle porn, unfortunately all my photos of the Pluton came out too blurry to post.

Daiwa Zillion Coastal

Built specifically for the needs of the inshore angler is Daiwa’s new TD Zillion Coastal casting reel with the fastest gear ratio available in a compact saltwater reel of its kind.

The reel’s 7.3 to 1 gear ratio means every crank of the reel’s handle rotates the spool 7.3 turns, pulling in up to 32″ of line. The point is to keep a lure or bait in productive water as much as possible, with less time wasted in getting it back for another cast, especially handy when fishing top-water rigs.

Toronto Sportsmen’s Show Tackle Porn: Daiwa Aggrest

This new Daiwa Aggrest was quite impressive in my hands, and I like the 7.3:1 gear ratio! I’d love to try this one out for real, put it though some real punishment.

Daiwa Aggrest

Lightweight for quick reaction—rapid fire casting, they are ultimately the fastest of their kind. With a hyper-speed 7.3 to 1 retrieve picking up 32 inches of line with every crank. So there’s less wasted time between targets—more time in productive water.

Toronto Sportsmen’s Show Tackle Porn: Team Daiwa Fuego

More tackle porn from the Toronto Sportsmen’s Show. Next up we’ll have some Team Daiwa baitcasters for you to drool over!

Team Daiwa Fuego

Advanced, smooth and reliable, TD Fuego®-A spinning reels are designed to provide a higher level of overall performance. They’re also exceptionally light thanks to Daiwa’s exclusive “Zaion” construction. While this new super-carbon material feels as light as Magnesium, it offers unparalleled strength and corrosion resistance. Up to seven ball bearings, including corrosion-resistant CRBB bearings, plus a super-smooth waterproof drag, ensure unmatched smoothness and reliability in both freshwater and saltwater. Matches perfectly with Team Daiwa Fuego Rods.

Toronto Sportsmen’s Show Tackle Porn: Daiwa Advantage

More tackle porn from the Toronto Sportsmen’s Show! This time from Team Daiwa.

Daiwa Advantage

Team Daiwa Advantage-A reels put a winning combination of strength, durability and ultra-smooth performance on your side. Six ball bearings (including anti-corrosion CRBB bearings), plus rugged computer die-cast aluminum construction make these reels ideal for both freshwater and saltwater use. The Long Cast X-Treme ABS System will let you reach distant hot-spots with the lightest baits and lures. And, when you hook up, count on the super-consistent sealed drag to provide reliable fish-stopping power.

Toronto Sportsmen’s Show Tackle Porn: Shimano Curado E

Saving the best reel for last from the Shimano booth at the Toronto Sportsmens Show. Stay tuned for reels from Quantum and Daiwa!

Shimano Curado E

Winner of the 2008 ICAST New Product Showcase Awards for Best of Show and Best Freshwater Reel!

The high performance Curado reel is ultra smooth, makes effortless casts, and is available in a 7.0:1 high speed, 5.0:1 power versions.

New 200 size is smaller than the previous Curado 100D but holds the same amount of line as the previous 200DHSV. Compact and lightweight with the heart and power of a large reel.

Price: around $180-250 depending on model