13 Fishing Concept Z

Just so you are aware, we didn’t make an error in the specs below. There are no traditional ball bearings in this reel. Although reels with no bearings have been manufactured in the past, this is the first high performance reel, which according to pro-staffer Gene Jensen of Flukemaster Youtube fame, will cast 1/3 farther than similar reels. Using high-tech polymer Concept Zero Bearings (CZB), essentially a polymer disk, the Concept Z is able to maintain its peak casting ability – never suffering from creaking or corrosion. If you own a different Concept reel you’ll be able to buy these polymer disks and replace your bearings with them. Add 13 Fishing’s Bulldog drag system, Japanese Hamai cut gears, Ocean Armor saltwater protection process, six-way centrifugal braking system, dead stop anti-reverse, arrowhead line guide, EVA knobs and you have one comfortable, lightweight, quiet, effortless and controllable casting reel, literally at your fingertips. Three models are available, all weighing 6.1 oz, with no ball bearings, 12/135 mono line capacity, max drag of 22 lbs, your choice of gear ratio of 6.1:1, 7.3:1 or 8.1:1. Unless you need left hand retrieve in which case your only choice is 7.3:1 MSRP: $200 USD 13fishing.com