The Best Freshwater Reel announced in ICAST 2019 - the SLX DC.
Built on the same compact, rigid and versatile platform as the popular SLX baitcasting reel, the addition of Shimano’s unique DC Braking technology has won the SLX DC the title of "Best Freshwater Reel" at the ICAST 2019. SLX DC shows no compromise when it comes to delivering excellent casting performance which is achievable by any angler.

Technology:

• HAGANE Body Baitcasting: The HAGANE Body is a metal reel body with high rigidity. The body rigidity and impact resistance virtually eliminates body flexing on the reel while fighting fish. The result transforms the angler's actions directly into cranking power.
• S3D Spool: S3D technology leads to significantly reduced spool vibration. By designing and constructing a balanced and uniform thin-wall aluminum spool, S3D creates an incredibly smooth feeling when casting and retrieving lures.
• Super Free Spool: Super Free Spool eliminates friction on the spool shaft and enhances casting performance.
• I-DC4: DC brake system perceives the changing spool speed and controls brake power with microcomputer, and provides the cast-performance of long distance and anti-backrush. I-DC4 brake can be set easily with 4 dial adjustment, covering to each line.

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