SHIMANO 20 Stella SW 5000XG

Name: SHIMANO 20 Stella SW 5000XG
Brand: Shimano
SKU: B083ZVHHLZ
Price: 932.52 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.1 (38 reviews)

Reel reel SKU: B083ZVHHLZ

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Features

+ Gear ratio: 6.2
+ Practical drag force/maximum drag force: 22.0 / 28.6 lbs (10 / 13 kg)
+ Weight: 14.2 oz (420 g)
+ Spool Dimensions (diameter/stroke) (in): 2.1/0.75 (54/19 mm)
+ Nylon Line Capacity: 4-200, 5-150, 6-130 lb-m
+ PE string volume (no. - m): 2 - 350, 3 - 240, 4 - 170
+ Maximum winding length (per handle rotation): 41.3 inches (105 cm)
+ Handle length: 2.6 inches (65 mm)

The Shimano 20 Stella SW 5000XG is a premium saltwater-grade spinning reel that pulls serious double duty for Great Lakes steelhead and trophy salmon runs. With a blistering 6.2:1 gear ratio and up to 28.6 lbs of maximum drag, this reel handles everything from violent steelhead runs in fast water to heavy nymph and float rigs on big tributaries. Its robust build and silky retrieve make it a top-shelf choice for anglers targeting king salmon in Lake Michigan tributaries or running large float presentations for pressured steelhead.

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4.1 (38 reviews)

spinning float fishing bottom bouncing casting trolling general steelhead salmon trout pike muskie walleye

In context

Pairs with: Spinners & Spoons · Float Fishing · Bottom Bouncing

Targets: Steelhead · Salmon · Trout · Pike

Common Questions

What kind of fishing is the SHIMANO 20 Stella SW 5000XG used for?

Shimano's reel is set up for spinners & spoons, float fishing, and bottom bouncing targeting steelhead, salmon, trout. Each technique has a dedicated guide on Steelhead Almanac with rigging walkthroughs and water-reading tips.

What fish species does the SHIMANO 20 Stella SW 5000XG work for?

This reel is curated for steelhead, salmon, trout, pike. The Steelhead Almanac species field guide has biology and Great Lakes-specific tactics for steelhead and the rest.

Where do I buy the SHIMANO 20 Stella SW 5000XG?

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