Shimano Caius Baitcast Reel

An exciting member of the affordable price range of low profile baitcasters is the C150. The Caius certainly looks the goods, but also delivers on performance. With three stainless steel bearings plus one roller bearing, VBS Braking System and Super Free Spool, casting is effortless and uncomplicated. An upgraded gear ratio of gear ratio of 7.2:1 will really get those lures flying.

SUPER FREE SPOOL – The Super Free bearing supported pinion gear system (SF) was designed to eliminate friction on the spool shaft during the cast. In standard baitcasting reels, when the clutch bar is pressed down, the pinion gear is freed and can actually drag on the spool shaft, creating friction and limiting the length of the cast. With SF, the pinion gear is supported by a ball bearing, and when the clutch is disengaged the pinion gear and spool shaft are kept in precise alignment. The result is zero friction on the spool shaft for increased freespool.

VBS – VBS uses centrifugal force rather than magnets to aid controlling the cast. The individual brake weights, when turned on, are forced outward at the beginning of the cast when backlashes most often occur, causing friction that reduces the speed of the spool. Once the spool speed begins to slow, the pressure lessens, allowing the spool to continue spinning. The result is a much more consistent spool speed that is easier to manage and takes advantage of the reel’s maximum casting distance.

 

Features

• 10 YEAR WARRANTY
• MODERATE CAST RATING
• SALTWATER READY
• STAR DRAG

 

Specifications

 

ITEM CODE	DESCRIPTION	BEARINGS	MAX DRAG (KG)	GEAR RATIO	MONO CAPACITY (KG/M)	POWERPRO BRAID (LB/YDS)	WEIGHT (G)
CIS150HGB	CAIUS 150HG	3+1	5	7.2:1	12/110	20/150	210