Shimano Spheros SWA 14000XG Backbone Topwater Spin Combo 8ft 2in 50-80lb 2pc

Show them who’s boss

The Shimano Spheros SWA 14000XG Backbone Topwater Spin Combo features two high-quality Shimano equipment to get you geared up and ready for anything. It pairs the superior reeling power of the Spheros SWA 14000XG Spinning Reel with the uncompromising strength of the Backbone Topwater Spinning Rod. Equipped with the latest, cutting-edge Shimano technologies, this combo delivers top-tier performance and great value for money.

The Reel
The new Shimano Spheros SWA 14000XG Spinning Reel offers even more angler confidence than ever before. The features and IPX8 sealed body are due to the combination of X-Protect and X-Shield, whilst the Infinity Drive produces effortless handle rotation under heavy drags. The 14000XG model is designed for topwater fishing and packs 12kg of drag.

Infinity Drive
With the Infinity Drive, the pinion gear inner does not make contact with the main shaft, as high-sliding bushing supports the main shaft and sliding resistance is reduced. In addition to this, a special skidding coating on the main shaft helps to further reduce sliding resistance. Infinity Drive cuts handle rotation torque by about 30% in comparison to the conventional system, and makes the reel more powerful. This enables anglers to wind more aggressively, even under heavy load.

Shielded Anti-Reverse Bearings
These bearings have been through the same process as the A-RB bearings, but feature shields on both sides of the bearings that reduce the possibility of salt or sand inhibiting the bearings’ rotation.

HAGANE Body
Hagane Body means this reel has a high rigidity and zero twist. The body stiffness and impact resistance virtually eliminate body flexing. The result transforms the anglers’ actions directly into cranking power. It’s efficiency through strength.

HAGANE Gear
Hagane Gear is at the very heart of the reel and creates strength and durability. The entire cold-forging process is calculated in minute detail by special 3D design and the result is precision durability.

X-Protect
By combining water repellent coating and specially designed, water channelling labyrinth construction, X-Protect provides high-level water resistance without sacrificing light gear and rotor rotation.

X-Ship
By supporting the pinion gear on both ends with the S-ARB bearings and integrating bigger drive gear, Shimano increased the gearing efficiency and power. This results in a fishing reel with ultra-light handle rotation; less effort and power giving a perfect rotation even under heavy loads.

AR-C Spool Management System
Through tens of thousands of casting tests and computer simulations, it has been determined that this new AR-C spool lip design provides longer casting distances than a standard spool lip design while preventing backlashes and wind knots from forming. It also allows the line to flow off the spool in smaller loops during the cast, which means less slap on the stripper guide. This means longer casts with less friction.

The Rod
The favourite Backbone series of rods just got an overhaul. The new Shimano Backbone Topwater Spinning Rod is now stronger than ever, with a higher quality blank, good quality componentry and a new slick design that is bound to please.

EVA Full Grips
Customised EVA grips, shaped for maximum comfort and performance.

Graphite Blank
Utilising high quality graphite sheets rolled on custom designed mandrels, a sensitive yet extremely lightweight performance fishing blank is created.

Graphite Composite
Rod blanks combining both graphite and fibreglass materials in a particular manner can create a blank with characteristics that are best of both worlds, making a rod that has fibreglass robustness with the power of graphite.

Shimano Spheros SWA 14000XG Spinning Reel Features:

• Infinity Drive
• Shielded Anti-Reverse Bearings
• HAGANE Body
• HAGANE Gear
• X-Protect
• X-Ship
• AR-C Spool

Shimano Backbone Topwater Spinning Rod Features:

• Graphite blank
• Graphite composite
• EVA Full Grips
• SEA guides

Shimano Spheros SWA 14000XG Spinning Reel Specifications:

• Model: 14000XGA
• Retrieve per crank: 135cm
• Gear ratio: 4+1
• Max drag: 12kg
• Weight: 710g
• PowerPro capacity: 50/350 lbs
• Gear ratio: 6.2:1

Shimano Backbone Topwater Spinning Rod Specifications:

• Model: BB822TWSP5080
• Length: 8ft 2in
• Pieces: 2
• Line weight: 50-80lb
• Lure weight: N/A
• Blank: Carbon
• Butt assembly: Full Length EVA
• Guide: SEA Guides