Daiwa releases details of monster fish fighter

Daiwa in Japan has released details of its new Saltiga 35 – an overhead jigging reel designed to tackle monster fish – that is set for launch in May next year.

It boasts long-lasting performance with HyperDrive, a concept that was introduced a number of years ago on its baitcasting reels. Key features include:

Hyper Armed Housing: meaning a lightweight, yet robust body design
HyperDrive Digger: designed for smooth and powerful winding that lasts longer
Hyper Double Support: uses ball bearings to support both ends of the pinion gear, reducing rotational resistance
Hyper Tough Clutch: improved durability for longer use

The reel also incorporates MagSealed ball bearings for heavy-duty applications.

To stop larger fish and prevent them from diving into structures, the Saltiga 35 features the Ultimate Tournament Drag (UTD). It also has a Thumb Holding Frame, a new body shape that makes it easier to hold the reel securely and facilitates actions like thumbing, making it more user-friendly despite being larger.

Release dates vary by model: