SHIMANO Stella 22 – Flagship Spinning Reel for Fresh & Saltwater Game
Description
SHIMANO 22 Stella – Premium Smoothness Across All Sizes and Styles
The SHIMANO 22 Stella redefines spinning reel performance across all fishing styles. From finesse trout and bass to powerful inshore saltwater game, the Stella’s legendary refinement meets the latest Shimano innovations—InfinityLoop™, InfinityDrive™, InfinityXross™, and Anti-Twist Fin™—all encased in a lightweight yet ultra-rigid HAGANE body.
Key Technologies (All Models)
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InfinityLoop™: Slow oscillation for superior line lay and casting
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InfinityDrive™: Reduced handle resistance and enhanced cranking torque
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InfinityXross™: Gear contact broadened for long-term strength
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Anti-Twist Fin™: Enhanced line control and fewer tangles
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HAGANE Body: One-piece cold-forged aluminum rigidity
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X-Protect / X-Shield: Advanced saltwater resistance
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SilentDrive + MicroModule Gear II: Incredibly smooth and quiet operation
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Long Stroke Spool: Improves casting distance and control
Model Breakdown & Applications
🔹 1000SSPG
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Super Slow Power Gear (PG) / Ultralight
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Ideal for: Trout, panfish, finesse bait
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Slow retrieve for dead-slow rolling and tight line control
🔹 C2000S / C2000SHG
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Compact 2000 body / Shallow spool
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C2000S = slow gear, C2000SHG = high gear
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Ideal for: Trout streams, smallmouth, light rigs
🔹 2500S / 2500SHG / C2500S / C2500SXG
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Versatile freshwater core sizes
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SHG = high gear for fast hooksets
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SXG = extra high gear for topwater or jigging
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Ideal for: Bass, walleye, lake trout, light saltwater
🔹 C3000SDH / C3000SDHHG
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Compact 3000 size / Shallow spool / Double handle
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SDH = standard gear, SDHHG = high gear
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Designed for finesse anglers preferring double handle precision
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Ideal for: Shore light game, jighead rig, trout finesse, drop-shot
🔹 C3000XG / 3000MHG
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High to Extra High Gear
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MHG = Medium-depth spool, balanced retrieve
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XG = Fastest retrieve for quick lure action
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Ideal for: Snook, sea bass, bass fishing with reaction baits
🔹 4000M / 4000MHG / 4000XG
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Mid-heavy freshwater / Inshore power
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M = medium spool / MHG = high gear / XG = extra high gear
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Great for: Stripers, redfish, surf perch, light surfcasting
🔹 C5000XG
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Compact body / High capacity / Extra high gear
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Strong retrieve and drag in a compact form
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Ideal for: Inshore plugging, jacks, heavy jigging, big bass setups
Why U.S. Anglers Choose the SHIMANO 22 Stella
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Unmatched smoothness and mechanical precision across all sizes
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Suits both finesse freshwater specialists and inshore saltwater pros
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Lightweight, powerful, and ultra-durable in all conditions
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Ships fast across the U.S. with full English-language support