The Shimano 23 TALICA 16IIA is a powerhouse 2-speed lever drag reel built for the most demanding New Zealand offshore environments. Constructed with a highly-rigid aluminium HAGANE body and featuring Infinity Drive technology, it effortlessly manages heavy loads when livebaiting for kingfish or light game trolling for pelagics. Upgraded with X-Protect water resistance and an S-Compact design, this reel delivers 20kg of smooth drag power in a surprisingly lightweight frame, ensuring ultimate control during extended battles.

• HAGANE Body – A highly rigid aluminium frame that eliminates body flex, ensuring smooth reeling and direct power transfer.
• Infinity Drive Technology – Leverages a new drag design to increase force while producing up to 30% lighter rotation under high loads.
• X-Protect – Provides high-level water resistance to the drive gear shaft, protecting internal components without sacrificing a light gear feel.
• S-Compact Body – Features a palming side plate that is 6% smaller than the previous generation for all-day comfort.
• 2-Speed Gearing – Allows anglers to instantly switch between a high-speed 5.7 ratio for quick retrieves and a low-speed 3.1 ratio for raw cranking power.
• Light-Line Drag Cam – Included versatility offering a gentler drag curve for anglers fishing with monofilament or lighter fluorocarbon leaders.