Shimano Antares DC: The revolution for maximum casting distances
The Shimano Antares DC sets new standards in the world of baitcasting reels. This high-performance reel, stoically optimized for maximum casting distance, combines for the first time the revolutionary MGL Spool III™ with the precise 4×8 DC Drag System™ for unsurpassed casting performance.
Core Innovations for Record-Breaking Casts
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MGL Spool III™: Extremely lightweight spool for instant response and long trajectories
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4×8 DC Drag System™: Precise digital drag control with 32x control accuracy
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S3D Spool Design™: Suppresses annoying vibrations for loss-free rotation
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Silent Tune™ Technology: Reduces operating noise for improved performance
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Micro Module Gear™: High-precision gearing for smooth winding
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X-SHIP™ gear system: Extended bearings for increased power transmission
Intelligent DC brake control
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32-fold precision control: Finer control than ever before
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Real-time adjustment: Instantly detects drag and wind influences
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Backlash reduction: Prevents line swirls without losing casting distance
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Optimal brake setting: Easy adjustment for different casting techniques
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Full performance: For full casting distance and light casts
Technology synergy for maximum performance
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Vibration suppression: S3D Spool™ + Silent Tune™ eliminate rotational losses
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Precision Gearing: Micro Module Gear™ + X-SHIP™ + additional crank bearing
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Low-Inertia Design: MGL Spool III™ for minimal inertia and maximum acceleration
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CPU-controlled optimization: Processes more data for more precise braking power
Your advantages on the water
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Maximum casting distances: Reach previously inaccessible spots
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Precise bait control: Maintain control even in windy conditions
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Reverse-free casts: Enjoy worry-free casting
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Pleasant wind feel: Smooth power transmission even in Last
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Quiet Operation: Silent Tune™ reduces disturbing noises
The Mission of the Antares DC
"Casting farther than all others - that is the mission of the Antares. The cast lure traces an extended trajectory and penetrates unreached sacred areas. Limits are only points of passage."
Technology Highlights in Detail
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MGL Spool III™ Advantages:
- Lowest inertia for instant response
- Optimal line unwinding for long casts
- Perfect balance for stable trajectories
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4×8 DC System™:
- 32-stage drag force control
- Automatic adjustment to Casting technique and environmental conditions
- Reduces overruns by 70% compared to conventional systems
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Vibration reduction:
- S3D Spool™: Stabilizes spool rotation
- Silent Tune™: Dampens operating noise and vibrations
- Maximum energy transfer without losses
Perfect areas of application
- Long-distance casting competitions and tournament fishing
- Fishing for shy fish at long distances
- Windy terrain and challenging conditions
- Challenging bait presentations with lightweight systems
- Precise casting for big fish
The Antares DC is more than a reel - it is the embodiment of Shimano's innovative power. Where others reach their limits, the Antares DC is just the beginning of competition. Experience unprecedented casting distances with absolute control.
Weight: 225g
Capacity: m/mm 12-130, 14-110, 16-100, 20-80
Gear Ratio: 7.8:1
Retrive: 91cm
maxDrag: 5kg
Product safety information
Manufacturer information:
SHIMANO INC.
Oimatsu-cho 3-77
Osaka, Japan, 590-8577
https://www.shimano.com
Responsible person:
Shimano Europe B.V.
High Tech Campus 92
Eindhoven, Niederlande, 5656 AG
contactshimano@shimano-eu.com
https://fish.shimano.com/landing
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