Shimano 24 Ultegra Xr 14000 Xtd / Exvance 14'6" 10-15Kg Medium Heavy Surf Combo 3 Pc

The Shimano Ultegra XR and 24 Exvance combo is built for anglers chasing maximum casting distance, lightweight power, and top-tier surf performance—combining Shimano’s flagship surf reel with a precision-engineered rod designed specifically for New Zealand conditions.

The Reel:

Shimano's flagship Surf casting reel, Ultegra XR.

The use of CI4+ delivers a substantial weight saving on the compact Ultegra body making rod speed easier to generate when distance casting. To further increase casting performance the Ultegra uses 2 Speed Slow Oscillation line lay and an AR-C spool fitted with the new Hi-Speed Drag mechanism. Cold Forged HAGANE gearing and X-Ship produce powerful winding performance and 5 Stainless A-RB bearings plus a Shimano Roller bearing deliver supreme smoothness. The reel is protected according to Shimano's latest innovation X-Protect which will guarantee to protect the reel's inner parts against intrusion from water and dirt. The G Free Body in combination with the Parallel Body will help the angler to achieve long and accurate cast without unnecessary fatigue throughout the day. The new Ultegra CI4+ has a very compact body design which contributes to the feel of a compact and lightweight big pit reel.

Features:

• HAGANE GEAR
• X SHIP
• G FREE BODY
• PARALLEL BODY
• AR-C SPOOL
• CI4+
• HI-SPEED DRAG
• S A-RB
• ONE-PIECE BAIL

Specifications:

• Gear Ratio - 4.3
• Drag - 20kg
• Weight - 535g
• Mono Line (mm/m) - 0.35-550, 0.40-400, 0.45-300
• Retrieve Per Crank - 103cm
• Handle Length - 90mm
• Bearings - 5/1

The Rod:

Advance your cast with exceptional blank recovery and line management.

Optimal loading and recovery of the blank, and guide train placement, are critical for achieving long-cast performance and were the primarily considerations when designing the 24 Exvance. With the objective to enable anglers to achieve the extra-long distances often required to access areas holding fish on many popular surfcasting locations around New Zealand.

The first requirement demands a delicate balance between speed and power, which for the 24 Exvance, resulted in a purpose-built 30T carbon blank that demonstrates fast and accurate recovery while remaining user friendly and easy to load. To compliment this the guide train is comprised of quality Fuji low-rider Alconite guides, optimising line release along the length of the blank and maximising casting efficiency.

To further increase casting performance a custom spacer for mounting a cast trigger has been included immediately above the Fuji graphite reel seat, while the rear grip provides an ergonomic casting handle for maximum leverage. The butt section features EVA grips with X-wrapped shrink tube to provide comfortable handling, and the tip section combines reflective tape under the guide bindings and hi-visibility orange glow paint to make sure you don’t miss a bite regardless of the light conditions.

Available in 13’6” and 14’6” lengths, both models are 3 piece and capable of casting up to 6oz.

Features:

• Split EVA / X Shrink Grip
• Fuji K Alconite Guide
• Shimano Reel Seat
• 30T Carbon Blank

Specifications:

• Model: 24EXV1463SPMH1015
• Pieces: 3
• Lure Weight: 3-6 oz
• Line Weight (Nylon/KG): 10-15kg

Also includes:

• Speedmaster Tapered Surf Leader Clear
• Shimano Slide Knife Black