All you need is this! 6 Recommended Shimano Lures for Bass Fishing

This article is based on a Japanese article and has been machine translated.

Among the many types of lure fishing, bass fishing is one of the most popular and enjoyed by many people.Although there are countless lures for bass fishing, there are not many that you need as a minimum.

In this article, I’ll explain what lures you should buy if you’re just starting out in bass fishing! And I’ll also introduce 6 Shimano bass fishing lures that you can be sure to have.

Continue reading All you need is this! 6 Recommended Shimano Lures for Bass Fishing

Recommend Shimano Baitcasting reel Bantam MGL

Shimano’s Baitcasting reel “Bantam MGL” which had long been a topic in SNS and media. It was first introduced at the 2018 Japan Fishing Show. This time I will explain about Bantam MGL.


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New Bantam revived to the present age after 40 years since the appearance of the historical name machine “Bantam 100”. By adopting a core solid body integrally molded with level wind protector and side plate, main frame, we banished Rattling at the time of paring. It realized high rigidity to draw a line from the conventional rope robe.

Aluminum forging the dial case that supports the spool, proprietary structure to expose from the side of the body to compact and transfer vibration directly to the palmmed palm. It also contributes to high sensitivity.


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Characteristics of Bantam MGL

Integrated aluminum frame

The body which can be said to be the most characteristic of Bantam MGL. Beautiful seamless integral molding draws attention. It also plays an important role in providing a comfortable winding feel.

Equipped with MGL spool

“MGL spool” is the latest spool that Shimano boasts. Bantam MGL is equipped with a deep groove type 150th spool. It corresponds to the heavy line that makes use of a tough body. The height of turning power which fly with light force is supported by many anglers. Line capacity of 16lb – 328 ft has plenty of support for strong fishing styles.

New SVS Infinity

While NEW SVS ∞ (Infinity) is a centrifugal brake, it realizes a brake adjustment range that can handle most situations only by adjusting the external dial. If you turn on 4 brake shoes, internal adjustment is basically unnecessary. Braking force adjustment is available for most situations with external dial only.

Low profile & compact but high rigidity

The sense of security provided by integral aluminum molding can be said to be the true point of Shimano. Items pursuing rigidity and winding feel with a rope reel on the current reel have less unique presence.

The side plate on the side opposite to the handle is also integrated to realize a high rigidity by reducing the number of parts and the compact body that is easier to palm. It also plays a role in improving the sensitivity because the hand touches the dial case which also has the role of bearing.

Lineup of Bantam MGL

Shimano 18 Bantam MGL PG5.5

Gear ratio 5.5, Power gear specification

$306.55 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

Shimano 18 Bantam MGL 6.2

Gear ratio 5.5, Standard type

$306.45 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

Shimano 18 Bantam MGL HG7.1

Gear ratio 7.1, High gear specification

$306.55 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

Shimano 18 Bantam MGL XG8.1

Gear ratio 8.1, Extra high gear specification

$306.55 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

 

Bantam’s rod is the best match for Bantam’s reel!


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The rod of the Bantam series released in 2016 is a world-class flagship model. It is now possible to select rods according to your style from 3 series of “Versatile”, “Jig & Worm”, “Fast Moving & Big Bait”. I picked up the model of attention!

Shimano Bantam 172MH Baitcasting

Baitcasting rod that can make use of warming and jig technique. Delicate tip combines casting precision and good tracking ability at bait.


$429.67 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

 

Shimano Bantam 180XXH-SB Baitcasting

Special rod for big bait to win a monster!
Rod that was born to obtain a monster-sized Bass by long casting a big big bait of 3.5 to 11 oz class.


$467.03 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

 

Shimano Bantam 267ML spinning

Bantam 267ML which corresponded widely from slow fishing to fast fishing with small plug. A guide corresponding to the PE line is mounted and long cast is possible.


$420.32 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

 

Shimano Bantam 264UL spinning

Finesse rod which enables various directing of various lures.
“UL+” is a special spec that added a bat power corresponding to Big bass to a delicate tip that accurately manipulates a light finesse rig of weight.


$401.64 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

 

Let’s test the power of Shantano Bantam!


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Shimano Bantam is a brand that I’d like to recommend to those who are seeking “tackles that can be used for 10 or 20 years” as it is in their development theme. Please check it with your hands!

Recommend Shimano Baitcasting reel Antares

Shimano reel “Antares”, the first model was released in 1998. After that, the successive model continues to evolve according to the fishing style of that era, still it is still one of the reels Angler admires. This time we will introduce Shimano Antares.


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About Shimano Antares

The most prominent bait casting reel sold by Shimano, “Antares.” Integrated with all of Shimano’s latest technology, even currently, 20 years after its debut release, its luxurious and beautiful streamlined body and mirror finish continue to charm many Anglers.

Shimano Antares DC MD


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In 2018 Antares DC ‘s new model debuted. MD (Monster Drive) of the model name is a strong reel that gets a straight line against the target of the monster class from a big lure such as Big bait! Dedicated tuning of each part dramatically improved drag power. Saltwater correspondence function is also added, etc. It is the ultimate one that also works in various Saltwater scenes!

What is XB mode?

New brake function “XB mode” installed exclusively for Antares DC MD. Adjustment in 8 stages has recommended setting of lure which you are good at and supports your fishing! Big bait in Bass fishing, large spinner bait, target of monsters in Saltwater, is exactly the new era braking function recommended by Big baiter.

Antares DC MD can be used with saltwater!

So far Antares was unable to use seawater. DCMD is a power model compatible with monsters that can also enjoy saltwater game. We support the big fishing in the sea thoroughly.

Shimano 18 Antares DC MD XG

$602.32 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

 

Shimano Antares DC


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New 4×8 DC Brake

DC = Digital control brake is a system unique to Shimano that brakes with electronic control only when necessary. Braking which can not be achieved with magnets and centrifugal force enables outstanding far throw. “NEW 4 × 8 DC brake” has greatly improved the control function of the microcomputer. By automatically controlling the no-brake time immediately after casting, which is the most important factor in far-casting performance, the Max rotation speed improves by about 12%, and maintaining it realizes further long casting .

Mode dial

Four modes of FL (Fluorocarbon line), P (Braided line), NM (Monofilament line), X (Extreme long cast) can be selected with the internal mode dial. Of these, the optimum brake curve matching the characteristics of the line is input to the FL, P, NM mode, and it is easy to use for the general lure of 0.25 oz to 1.1 oz of lure in general. Depending on the volume, in general the strong brakes will be effective in order of NM → P → FL.

New Magnumlite Spool

The moment of inertia of the spool affecting the casting performance of the bait reel. “NEW Magnum Light Spool” succeeded in blanking to the side of the spool which has been regarded as technically impossible. Shimano achieved about 10% reduction in moment of inertia, and in fact marked up about 20% increase in flight distance.

Antares DC. Fly anyway!

Shimano 16 Antares DC

$596.10 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

 

Now also popular! 12 Antares


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First Antares, who debuted in the autumn of 1998, has Shimano of the time, such as “Lightweight shallow grooved spool” that produces different dimension flying distance, “Rotational performance – Silky smooth winding feeling – SVS centrifugal brake – Click sound” It was an unmistakable flagship model incorporating the latest technology available.

12 Antares is an active model that gains high support from many anglers!

Spool


Super lightweight magnesium spool pursuing the balance to the limit to the balance of strength and edge thickness cut down to the limit. By suppressing the moment of inertia to the limit, initial response at the time of casting, the distance of casting is dramatically improved.

Flying distance

The greatest feature of Antares is the distance and cast feel. Mr. Hajime Murata has been involved in development and continues to increase the maximum flight distance for each successive model.

Shimano 12 Antares

$454.15 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

 

Recommended to Antares!
most prominent Bait casting rod


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Shimano Bantam


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Shimano Bantam 172MH

A power versatile rod representing “Bantam” to aim for distant big things. We respond to Angler’s expectations in Big Lake or river where long cast is required. Texas jig, Rubber jig, Swimming jig, Spinnerbait, etc, matching various styles that require power. Especially while fighting with Big Bass, it will tenaciously bend with the marginal force, so you will efficiently take opponent’s physical strength. This is the true value of this rod.

$429.52 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

 

Shimano Bantam 170UH-SB

Bantam The strongest Ultra Heavy Rod. Bantam 170UH-SB is Ultra Power Rod in UH (Ultra Heavy) class which is unparalleled in the past. Blanks that adopted the “Spiral X Core” which has evolved further through the use of high-strength materials, is a big taper design of exquisite stick that bends from the tip when loading. We realized strength that can withstand ultra-high load and stable casting performance when casting Giant Big Bait approaching 30 oz.

$484.16 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

Shimano World Shaula


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Shimano 18 World Shaula 1510F-3

Accuracy Light special. A pioneer of short rods with high adaptability that everyone admits. Ideal for shooting pin spots such as overhangs. It has high lure operation performance such as continuous twitching and jerking.

$586.87 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

Shimano 18 World Shaula 1702R-2

Multipurpose Long Special. From Top water to Rubber jig, it corresponds to every lure in high dimensions. In order to realize an ideal cast at all times, X sheet which can adjust the trigger position according to reel size and situation is carried.

$626.82 Buy at Asian Portal Fishing

Catch the big one with the best tackle!

How did you like it?

The current Antares has evolved further, and the characteristic cast feeling in each model is attractive. Not to mention Bass fishing, it also corresponds to Saltwater game Antares series.

Let’s catch a big one in your favorite field!