Shimano Ultegra FD Spinning Reels

Shimano Ultegra FD Reels combine serious durability with refined sophistication, offering a rare blend of power, durability, and affordability. Packed with advanced Shimano technology and available in sizes suitable for ultralight LRF lure work to punching out larger softbaits and crankbaits for pike and larger predators. Built around a rock solid lightweight C14+ bodyframe and featuring the Shimano HAGANE reel design concept. With X-Ship enlarged gearing and X-Protect high water resistance, its a reel that is just at home in fresh and saltwater. Supplied with long stroke ARC spools and with an anti-twist fin that prevents slack line from catching on the bail arm.  

Features

• Durable lightweight CI4+ body
• HAGANE cold forged gearing
• Micro Module II gear tooth design
• X-SHIP enlarged drive gear
• X-Protect high water resistance
• Silent Drive smooth and quiet performance
• INFINITYXCROSS durable construction
• INFINITYDRIVE low friction pinion gear
• Long Stroke AR-C spool
• ANTI-TWIST Fin prevents line wrap

The ULTEGRA FD represents the pinnacle of Shimano’s mid-priced reels, bringing together top-tier technology and unbeatable value. Built with technology found on Shimano’s high-end models, the ULTEGRA is designed to deliver exceptional performance without breaking the bank. Whether you’re a dedicated angler or an enthusiast seeking a quality reel upgrade, the ULTEGRA offers a rare blend of power, durability, and affordability.

If you're looking for a sleek, high-performing reel that won’t break the bank, the ULTEGRA is an irresistible upgrade. With its elegant design and understated colour, the ULTEGRA exudes style while boasting advanced technology typically reserved for Shimano's top-tier reels like the Stella —all at a price that feels almost too good to be true.

As a proud member of Shimano’s Coresolid family, the ULTEGRA FC combines serious durability with refined sophistication, making it more than capable of handling whatever challenges you throw its way, especially when fishing high-resistance lures.

Its resilience, paired with Shimano’s signature smoothness and reliability, makes the ULTEGRA an ideal choice for anglers who want to experience premium features in a beautifully crafted, mid-priced reel.

The ULTEGRA is loaded with Shimano's top-tier technologies, such as HAGANE Gear, Micro Module II, X-SHIP, Silent Drive, INFINITYXROSS, and INFINITYDRIVE, all perfectly combined within a durable, lightweight CI4+ body. This combination delivers powerful, silky-smooth winding that feels rock-solid under pressure. X-Protect provides exceptional water resistance, making the ULTEGRA versatile enough for light rock fishing, saltwater Sea Bass lure fishing, and all freshwater applications.

The Long Stroke AR-C spool adds increased casting distance, and the inclusion of ANTI-TWIST Fin ensures excellent line management, preventing slack line around the bail arm when jerking lures. With its advanced technology and adaptable design, the ULTEGRA is a revolution of affordable technology that never fails to impress and delivers reliable performance across a wide variety of fishing situations.