Shimano
Shimano VF500A Vanford A Spinning Reel
Shimano VF500A Vanford A Spinning Reel
Ocean Township
3501 Sunset Avenue
Ocean Township NJ 07712
United States
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- Infinity Drive for enhanced smoothness
- X-Protect for increased water resistance
- Cross Carbon Drag for superior drag performance
- S-Compact Body design for ergonomic handling
- HAGANE Body for durability and rigidity
The Shimano Vanford A VF500A Spinning Reel is a high-performance reel that integrates cutting-edge technology to meet the demands of finesse fishing. Shimano has designed this reel to provide anglers with unparalleled precision, sensitivity, and control. The reel features an MGL Rotor, which significantly reduces start-up inertia, making it perfect for delicate lure presentations and quick hook-setting. Whether you’re working light lines or targeting finicky fish, the Vanford A ensures smooth, accurate casts and retrieves.
The lightweight CI4+ body reduces the overall weight of the reel while maintaining strength and durability. This helps anglers achieve more natural movements and greater control over their lures. Additionally, Shimano's InfinityXross technology optimizes winding efficiency, ensuring that every retrieve is smooth and effortless. Infinity Drive technology, which minimizes spool shaft contact, provides a fluid, frictionless experience, enhancing the reel's ability to handle light lines with ease.
The Shimano Vanford A VF500A also incorporates the DuraCross drag system, a unique combination of felt and carbon materials that delivers exceptional drag performance while ensuring long-lasting durability under heavy loads. The reel is built with Shimano's HAGANE body for maximum strength and rigidity, while the X-Protect system provides superior water resistance, ensuring reliability in both freshwater and saltwater environments. With these features, the Vanford A is a top choice for anglers who demand precision and durability from their gear.
Engineered with an S-Compact body design, the Vanford A offers a comfortable, ergonomic grip, making it easy to handle during long fishing sessions. Whether you’re finesse fishing in freshwater or pursuing inshore species, the Shimano Vanford A VF500A is built to exceed expectations, offering the ultimate combination of lightness, sensitivity, and power in a spinning reel.
Features:
Model | Bearings | Color | Reel Weight (oz) | Reel Speed | Frame Material | Max Drag (lbs) | Line Capacity (Mono lb test/yds) | Line Capacity (Braid lb test/yds) | Line Retrieve Per Crank (in) | Gear Ratio |
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VF500A | 6+1 | Black | 4.90 | Single Speed | Aluminum | 6 | 190/2, 100/4, 60/6 | 135/5, 105/8, 65/10 | 69 | 5.6:1 |