Is a Shimano Vanford worth the money?

Yes, a Shimano Vanford is worth the money. It is undoubtedly one of the best-quality spinning reels on the market and is capable of delivering long-lasting, high-quality performance, even when saltwater fishing. Incredibly lightweight, durable and smooth, it rivals the Spinfisher as an all-around reel.

What line capacity is the Shimano Vanford 4000?

The Shimano Vanford 4000 has a line capacity of 180m for 0.3mm braided line. Obviously the thinner the braid, the greater the line capacity is and vice versa.

What gear ratio is the Shimano Vanford 4000XG?

The Shimano Vanford 4000 size reels have a gear ratio that ranges from 5.3:1 up to 6.2:1. So it's a fast action reel designed for catching predators with a surplus of fast twitch fibres.

What is the maximum drag force of the Shimano Vanford 4000XG?

The Shimano Vanford 4000XG has a maximum drag force of 24lb or 11kg with a weight of under 220g. The reel has one of the best weight-to-power ratios on the market.

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The Shimano Vanford 4000XG Reel is an ultra-smooth, lightweight reel with a surprisingly powerful drag that is perfect for saltwater lure fishing. With high-quality manufacturing specs, ample line capacity and a willingness to take on much larger predators, it’s a real David and Goliath story.

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Shimano Vanford 4000XG

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Shimano’s Vanford 4000XG is the best reel on the market when it comes to power potential vs weight. 23lb of drag for a reel that weighs as little as 216g is an extraordinary feat of engineering and – much like the Spinfisher – has what we believe to be the perfect gear ratio for UK sea spinning. It’s not quite as powerful as the Penn Slammer IV, but it’s supremely fast and smooth.

Shimano has a stellar history when it comes to producing excellent quality saltwater lure fishing reels for under £200. The Shimano Stradic C14 and FB reels were prior favourites of ours and the Vanford range is this line’s replacement. For £200 there are very few, if any, better quality reels on the market. Thanks to its incredibly lightweight nature the Vanford is the best reel on the market for finesse casting. Its supremely smooth, lightweight nature and sensitivity make for a top-of-the-range inshore spinning reel.

One of the key elements that set Shimano reels apart is the brand’s use of cold forging technology. A process that uses compressive force at room temperature is known for creating ultra-tolerant components with a high-quality finish. Thanks to this technology, the drive gear set on this reel is smoother, stronger and lighter than traditional die-cast machined gears.

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Weight: 216g
Max drag: 23lb
Gear ratio: 6.2:1 – a line recovery of 102cm per turn
Line capacity: 230yd/15lb 180yd/30lb 120yd/50lb
Water-resistant
Ultra-lightweight
Smooth retrieve

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A lightweight, yet powerful spinning reel

Shimano's stellar reel-making heritage has culminated in one of the best spinning reels on the market

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Specification: Shimano Vanford 4000XG

Part Number	04214
Color	Black

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