Daiwa Saltist Saltwater Reels for Surf Casting and Boat Review

Introducing Daiwa's new Saltist, with the featuresreel is well within the reach of most anglers and is
and rugged Full-Metal Jacket constructionby no means a stripped down reel to save costs.
demanded by today's ultra-strong braided linesThe reel features a Full-Metal Jacket construction
and mono lines. Choose from standard 4.9 to 1and virtually all components are metal for
retrieve or new ultra high speed 6.4 to 1 retrievemaximum reliability. There are also many more
models that rip in over 1.2 metres of line withperformance enhancing features that are only
every crank, just the ticket for Kingfish.available in more expensive reels.
Features:The Daiwa Saltist has a striking resemblance to
Rugged, all-metal construction with rigid, one-piecethe award winning Daiwa Saltiga. The Daiwa Saltist
aluminum framereel is like the Saltiga and is built to handle the
CRBB shielded, Corrosion Resistant Ball Bearingsstrong braided lines as well as monofilament lines.
on spoolThe frame and sideplates are all constructed of
Super Dragrigid high grade aluminum alloy to minimise body
Total of four ball bearings and roller bearingflex. The reel has a 4.9:1 gear ratio and is capable
Up to 30% greater winding powerof pulling in over a metre of line with every turn
Aluminum rod clampof the handle. The reel has four ball bearings and
Powerful, high-strength alloy gearsa roller bearing which provide for an efficient drive
Dual Anti-Reverse systemstrain. Daiwa's special CRBB anti-corrosion ball
Dual-position power handlebearings supporting the Saltist's spool.
Full-Metal ConstructionThe gears are machined from Daiwa's exclusive
Virtually all components are metal for maximumhigh strength alloy stock. These gears have very
reliability.tight tolerances for extra high strength and a
Up To 22% Greater Drag Max!smooth retrieve feel. With a powerful ratio and
Stainless and grease-impregnated fiber washersrigid frame support the Saltist should deliver
offer super-smooth drag with up to 22% greaterexceptional winding power right out of the box.
drag max than similar reels.The Daiwa Saltist reel features a similar wet drag
Model Gear Line Perdrag system to the Saltiga with stainless and
Number Action Bearings Ratio Handle Turn Weightgrease impregnated fiber washers which offer
Line Capacity (mm/m) Max Dragsuper smooth drag pressure. This ensures that
STT30TH ML 2 CRBB, 2 BB, 1 RB 6.4:1 1.2mmaximum contact is maintained with each disc's
680g .37/500, .40/450, .43/400 9kgsurface and the drag remains super smooth even
STT40H M 2 CRBB, 2 BB, 1 RB 6.4:1 1.2m 690gwhen in the heat of the battle.
.40/575, .43/525, .47/475 9kgIf the Saltiga's premium price has left you
STT50H MH 2 CRBB, 2 BB, 1 RB 6.4:1 1.2m 720gwondering how you will find yourself a high quality
.43/625, .47/575, .52/525 9kgrobust reel then look no further than the Daiwa
The reel is a very exciting new reel that isSaltist. This reel offers great features at a great
designed to deliver a new level of performanceprice.
for about R1600 (about $250). The Daiwa Saltist