Like other Japanese fishing tackle manufacturers, Daiwa is renowned for producing reels designed for a specific purpose, species or angling method. Here, we focus on how to interpret the many different spool size options Daiwa has available for its vast range of spinning reels, past and present, so you can best determine the right size model for the desired application. More
shallow spools
Daiwa Ignis Type-R SOM Custom
Replacing the fluorocarbon-only spool of the Daiwa Ignis Type-R with this red, No Limits custom shallow spool from Studio Ocean Mark. Tuned further with SOM’s amazing looking Rail Arm handle and knob to complete the look.
Studio Ocean Mark No Limits Custom Spools & Handles
As you can see, I’ve become a bit of a fan of the Studio Ocean Mark No Limit spools. More
Tict Custom Spool & Handle
Tict isn’t necessarily a brand that you instantly associate with fishing reels, but in their quest to make light lure fishing better they have designed an innovative range of custom reel parts that fit both Shimano and Daiwa reels. More
Abu Garcia Revo Premier
Released last year, Abu Garcia’s Revo Premier spinning reel caught my attention because of the ultra shallow spool. More
Shallow Spools from Shimano
It was good to see that Shimano has finally started designing spinning reels for the UK market with shallow spools for use with ultra thin braided lines – even if they haven’t yet released smaller models suitable for light rock fishing.More