SHIMANO METANIUM 100HG BAITCASTER REEL

Vendor: Shimano

Product Type: Reel

Regular price: R 8,200.00
Regular price: ~~R 9,500.00~~
Sale price: R 8,200.00
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Product Description

SHIMANO METANIUM 100HG BAITCASTER REEL

The Shimano Metanium 100HG is a premium baitcasting reel designed to deliver exceptional casting performance, lightweight handling, and outstanding strength. Built for serious bass anglers, the Metanium combines Shimano's advanced Magnesium Coresolid Body with the low-inertia MGL Spool III, creating a versatile reel that performs across a wide range of fishing techniques.

The rigid magnesium body provides excellent strength while keeping the reel lightweight at just 175g. This construction helps maintain gear alignment under load, delivering smooth and dependable performance when fighting powerful fish.

Equipped with Shimano's Magnumlite Spool III, the Metanium offers improved spool responsiveness and reduced start-up inertia, allowing anglers to cast lighter lures efficiently while maintaining excellent casting distance and control.

The 100HG model features a 7.1:1 gear ratio, retrieving 76cm of line per handle turn. This high-speed configuration provides a practical balance between quick line pickup and controlled lure presentation, making it an excellent all-round option for bass fishing.

With a strong drive gear, lightweight construction, and smooth 10+1 bearing system, the Shimano Metanium 100HG is engineered for anglers who demand precision, versatility, and dependable performance.

Key Features

Premium Shimano Metanium baitcasting reel
Lightweight magnesium Coresolid Body
MGL Spool III for improved casting performance
Low-inertia spool design for responsive casting
Excellent performance with lighter lures
Strong, rigid body construction
High-speed 7.1:1 gear ratio
76cm retrieve per handle turn
Lightweight 175g design
34mm diameter / 19mm width spool
Smooth 10+1 bearing system
Powerful drive gear for dependable cranking
Designed for accurate casting and lure control
Versatile reel for multiple bass fishing techniques
Ideal for serious freshwater lure anglers

Specifications

Feature	Details
Brand	Shimano
Model	Metanium 100HG
Product Type	Baitcaster Reel
Retrieve	Right Hand
Gear Ratio	7.1:1
Maximum Drag	5kg
Weight	175g
Spool Size	34mm Diameter / 19mm Width
Line Capacity	12lb / 120m
	14lb / 100m
	16lb / 85m
	20lb / 70m
Retrieve Per Crank	76cm
Handle Length	42mm
Bearings	10+1
Body Construction	Magnesium Coresolid Body
Spool Technology	MGL Spool III
Product Code	046116
Application	Bass / Freshwater Lure Fishing

Technology & Design

Magnesium Coresolid Body

The rigid magnesium Coresolid Body provides excellent structural strength while minimising weight. This helps maintain gear alignment and delivers dependable performance under load.

MGL Spool III – Magnumlite Spool III

The low-inertia spool design improves start-up responsiveness, helping anglers cast lighter lures with greater efficiency, distance, and control.

High-Speed 7.1:1 Gear Ratio

The 100HG's high-speed gearing retrieves 76cm of line per crank, making it well suited to techniques requiring quick line pickup and responsive lure control.

Powerful Drive Gear

Engineered for strength and durability, the drive gear provides dependable winding performance when fighting fish or working lures under resistance.

10+1 Bearing System

The bearing configuration supports smooth operation and a refined retrieve for comfortable, controlled fishing.

Application

Perfect for bass fishing, freshwater predator fishing, soft plastics, Texas rigs, jigs, spinnerbaits, jerkbaits, topwater lures, and general baitcasting applications.

The Metanium 100HG is particularly well suited to anglers looking for a lightweight, versatile baitcaster that combines responsive casting with the strength needed for demanding bass fishing situations.

Lightweight precision meets uncompromising strength — the Shimano Metanium 100HG delivers premium casting performance, exceptional sensitivity, and the versatility to take on almost any bass fishing technique.