SHIMANO 25 Sephia XR C2000S

In eging (squid fishing), the reel plays a crucial role, and the required performance differs significantly from other types of fishing. The Sephia XR offers the operability needed for delicate control of the jig, responsive performance for quickly retrieving slack line, and, in the C3000 size, the ease of drag adjustment and smooth drag necessary for fighting large squid. It also features advanced technologies such as Infinity Drive for powerful winding, Infinity Cross for improved gear durability, and Anti-Twist Fins to suppress line roller problems. The lineup includes five models in total, including the small and lightweight C2000S, which is perfectly suited for light eging. It is a dedicated reel designed to provide the joy of operation in every situation, from dynamic jigging to still falls and powerful fights.

This agility will be a powerful weapon for anglers
In eging (squid fishing), where anglers aggressively jerk the jig and then entice the squid with a natural fall, employing a combination of fast and slow actions to catch wary bigfin reef squid, a reel with light and agile handling is essential. The Sephia XR, specifically designed for eging, features an MGL rotor for smooth jig manipulation, and its light retrieve from a standstill allows anglers to enjoy eging without stress. It's not just about physical lightness; the Sephia XR's greatest feature is its pursuit of the lightness and responsiveness that anglers feel when actually using it. Furthermore, the addition of a new C2000 size, suitable for light eging, expands the lineup to meet the needs of a wider range of anglers.

A dedicated reel that achieves a high level of "stillness and movement" in eging
The adoption of the MGL rotor is crucial to the Sephia XR's light and responsive handling. The Sephia XR features a "CI4+ rotor" and "CI4+ body," and the lightweight rotor provides light initial winding, while the reduced weight contributes to lighter handling, supporting more advanced eging games. Casting and jigging, which are repeated throughout the day, can be performed exactly as the angler intends with its superior operability. Of course, even in situations where the jig immediately enters a falling state after jigging, it can be stopped precisely to avoid giving the squid any suspicion. Experience the high potential of the Sephia XR in every situation.

Magnum Light Rotor
The Magnum Light Rotor employs an asymmetrical rotor structure to improve operability and sensitivity, achieving an unparalleled level of rotational lightness. It makes it easier to sense changes in line tension in the rotor, resulting in superior reeling sensitivity.

Infinity Drive
By supporting the main shaft, which was previously supported by a pinion gear, with a special low-friction bushing, sliding resistance is significantly reduced. Furthermore, a special surface treatment is applied to the main shaft itself to reduce rotational torque. This has evolved into a reel that can be actively wound even under high load.

Infinity Cross
The Sephia XR boasts refined rotational performance. The gears utilize the already acclaimed Infinity Cross technology, also used in higher-end models. This ensures smooth initial rotation for a longer period. Furthermore, the synergistic effect with Infinity Drive provides powerful winding, allowing anglers to maintain control even under high loads, such as during fights with large squid, enabling them to fight with confidence. With high durability and powerful winding, it consistently delivers top performance to anglers.

Advances in gear tooth surface design and manufacturing technology have improved the contact area between the drive gear and pinion gear. As a result, the load on the gear tooth surface is distributed over a wider area. This prevents concentrated damage and breakage, and durability has been improved by approximately double compared to conventional designs. *Based on our company's standard gear durability tests.

Equipped with "Rapid Fire Drag" for quick access to your desired drag setting (except for the C2000S)
Eging often involves adjusting the drag depending on the situation. Sometimes, you need to quickly adjust the drag during a fight. The Sephia XR features Rapid Fire Drag, which allows you to instantly adjust the drag to any desired setting, enabling you to quickly find the optimal setting. For example, it's effective when you want to prevent the hook from tearing off immediately after hooking. Furthermore, the drag washers use highly wear-resistant DuraCross, resulting in smooth and reliable drag performance.

It's also ideal for pairing with lightweight rods. Improved overall balance enhances the handling feel
Even the C3000 size double-handle model achieves a lightweight body of 185g, making the Sephia XR a good match for recent lightweight eging rods, and improving the overall balance when set up and actually operating it. Sharp operations such as jigging and casting, as well as delicate operations during the fall, can be reflected more accurately to the angler's intentions. Furthermore, the reduced tackle weight contributes to improved sensitivity, and the abundance of information that allows you to clearly understand the underwater situation is a major advantage of using a lightweight reel.

Equipped with "Anti-Twist Fins" to reduce line troubles that occur frequently in eging, where line retrieval is often necessary
The jig is darted, and the fall entices the squid. Reeling in the slack line before the next action… in eging (squid fishing), there are many opportunities to reel in line slack. The Sephia XR is equipped with an anti-twist fin that suppresses line slack, reducing problems even when reeling in slack line. Even in eging, where reeling in slack line after the fall is frequent, you can play the game without stress.

The C2000S, ideal for light eging, is also available
The Sephia XR series includes the C2000S model, which is perfectly suited for light eging (squid fishing). It caters to this increasingly popular fishing style across the country. Equipped with a normal gear ratio and a maximum retrieve length of 69cm, it's ideal for targeting specific depths with minimal lure movement, especially when using small, specialized jigs like Seppi (sizes 1.5-2.5). It also pairs well with light eging rods, providing a delicate and responsive feel.

Magnum Light Rotor
Adopting an asymmetrical structure, it achieves an unprecedented level of rotational lightness in pursuit of improved operability and sensitivity. It makes it easier to sense changes in line tension in the rotor, resulting in superior reeling sensitivity.

Anti-Twist Fin
This mechanism reduces line slack, minimizing the problem of line falling off the bottom of the spool or the line getting twisted while wound onto the spool.

CI4+ Handle
The CI4+ handle is made of carbon fiber reinforced resin, achieving both lightness and high strength. The lighter handle offers benefits such as a lighter overall reel weight and improved winding sensitivity.