DAIWA Steez Air TW 500HL

The flagship "STEEZ" finally has a dedicated bait finesse model. Equipped with an ultra-small diameter φ28mm G1 duralumin AIR spool that maximizes finesse. The otherworldly ultra-small diameter spool is more capable of handling lighter lures than previous bait finesse models, overturning the concept of finesse. The TWS system makes the most of the ultra-high speed rotating spool performance, and the benefits of the compact body's weight will truly change the history of bait finesse models as a new dimension.
*For freshwater only

HYPERDRIVE DESIGN
The next-generation design concept for bait (double-axis) reels, which significantly improves the standard of all basic performance with the aim of maintaining high initial performance for a long time. The Hyper Drive Design is composed of up to four technologies. Hyper Double Support, which requires the Hyper Drive Digigear to maintain smooth rotation for a long time and assists the gear drive to provide strong and light winding. Hyper Armed Housing, which strongly supports the internal structure and is less likely to bend or distort. Hyper Tough Clutch with an insulating structure that continues to operate even in harsh locations and drastically reduces adhesion due to salt. The synergistic effect of these technologies continues to provide stable performance in any field.

HYPER ARMED HOUSING (FULL AL)
A housing system that firmly supports the internal structure with high rigidity and precision, producing a precise winding feel and power. The use of metal materials for the frame, which is the essential condition, makes it possible to continue to exert basic performance for an even longer period of time by combining it with side plates and set plates.

Zero Adjuster
First, adjust the "zero adjuster" and set the "zero spool rattle". Thanks to the evolution of the magnetic brake, it is now possible to control all lures with just the mag dial.
The "zero adjuster" is a mechanism that allows you to enjoy fishing comfortably without malfunctions while fishing by adjusting it to the "zero setting" before starting fishing.
*The "zero spool rattle" setting is the setting that does not push the spool while leaving a slight rattle (about 0.2 mm).

Airbrake System
This brake system significantly improves accuracy while providing stress-free usability with extremely little backlash. The brakes work well during full casts, and the inductor rotor does not pop out during low rotations such as pitching, allowing you to shoot with a low trajectory, achieving a high level of both pitching and casting.
In other words, the spool rises sharply even with little force, and the lure flies surprisingly well without any effort, while the brakes are firmly applied to the backlash zone that occurs when you strain yourself. As a result, the same brake setting provides a comfortable level of both pitching and casting.

SPEED SHAFT
A shaft system that connects the spool and gear, eliminating the need for a shaft that is directly connected to the gear in the conventional spool structure. The spool section is supported only by the bottom bracket, making it lightweight and without extra load. This achieves both ideal spool rotation when casting and excellent power when winding.

TWS (T-WING SYSTEM)
TWS has succeeded in significantly reducing the resistance of the line guide close to the spool, where the spool rotation speed is the highest. By reducing the resistance to the casting distance, not only is the casting distance and controllability improved, but the fall is also faster and backlash is reduced. This has realized the possibility of a new level wind not only when winding, but also when casting.

UTD (Ultimate Tournament Drag)
This is a Daiwa drag system that eliminates the initial bite when the drag first starts working, achieving a smooth drag without stickiness (unevenness), while also providing maximum drag power the more you tighten it.

Extreme Finesse Ultra Small Diameter Spool Φ28mm AIR Spool
AIR spool exclusively for finesse for ultimate finesse performance.
Equipped with ultra-lightweight micro BB to handle ultra-lightweight lures.
*For freshwater use only.

G1 duralumin drive gear
The gear is made of G1 duralumin, which has supported the spool technology of DAIWA bait reels. It has improved durability and provides a smooth winding feel that lasts longer.

New finesse knob: High-grip I-finesse knob
Lightweight, new finesse knob ideal for finesse.
Small and lightweight, yet provides firm grip and ease of grip.
*For freshwater use only

High-precision machine-cut air metal housing
By using air metal (magnesium alloy) for the main housing and super metal (aluminum) for the set plate, it is lightweight and highly rigid, suppressing shaking and distortion. It also directly leads to improved rotation and winding performance.

HYPER ARMED HOUSING (FULL METAL)
This series uses magnesium for the frame and gear side plate (handle side), and aluminum alloy for the dial side set plate. The die-casting is then finished with high-precision machine cutting to provide unwavering rigidity.