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Shimano Talica II 25A 2-Speed Status BW Deep Drop Combo 5ft 6in 50-80lb 2pc
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Heavy-duty control for deep-drop fishing
The Shimano Talica II 25A 2-Speed Status BW Deep Drop Combo combines the Shimano Talica II 25A two-speed lever-drag reel with a 5ft 6in two-piece Status Bluewater Bent Butt Electric Deep Drop Rod rated for 50-80lb line. The Talica II 25A offers a 5.2:1 high gear ratio, 1.9:1 low gear ratio and 22.5kg maximum drag, while the Status Bluewater rod features a full E-Glass blank and powerful progressive action for heavy deep-drop fishing.
The two-piece rod features a Shimano Channel Lock alloy bent butt and heavy-duty Seaguide guides, making the combo suited to deep-drop fishing with electric reels and other heavy offshore applications.
The Reel
The Shimano Talica II 25A 2-Speed Lever Drag Game Reel features a compact aluminium body with Shimano's Infinity Drive, Cross Carbon Drag and S A-RB bearings for smooth operation and power under load. X-Protect helps improve water resistance, while the two-speed gearing allows quick changes between high and low ratios to adjust retrieve speed and winding power during a fight.
The 5.2:1 high gear and 1.9:1 low gear provide a choice of retrieve speed and cranking power for heavy offshore fishing.
The Rod
The Shimano Status Bluewater Bent Butt Electric Deep Drop Rod features a full E-Glass blank with high hoop strength and a powerful progressive action for heavy deep-drop fishing. Heavy-duty Seaguide guides provide reliable line control, while the Shimano Channel Lock alloy bent butt provides a secure connection for an electric reel.
The 5ft 6in two-piece rod is rated for 50-80lb line and is suited to heavy deep-drop applications.
Shimano Talica II 25A 2-Speed Lever Drag Game Reel Features:
- Two-speed gearing
- Infinity Drive
- HAGANE Body
- Cross Carbon Drag
- X-Protect
- S A-RB bearings
- S-Compact Body
Shimano Talica II 25A 2-Speed Lever Drag Game Reel Specifications:
- Model: TAC25IIA
- Gear ratio: 5.2:1
- Low gear ratio: 1.9:1
- Max drag: 22.5kg
- Weight: 1070g
- Mono line capacity: 30lb/550yd, 40lb/420yd, 50lb/340yd
- PowerPro line capacity: 65lb/900yd, 80lb/730yd, 100lb/620yd
- Retrieve per crank: 121cm
- Retrieve per crank low: 44cm
- Handle length: 85mm
- Bearings: 6+0
Shimano Status Bluewater Bent Butt Electric Deep Drop Rod Features:
- Full E-Glass blank
- Powerful progressive action
- Heavy-duty Seaguide guides
- Shimano Channel Lock alloy bent butt
- Purpose-built for electric reels
- High hoop strength
Shimano Status Bluewater Bent Butt Electric Deep Drop Rod Specifications:
- Model: 26SBW562DD5080
- Length: 5ft 6in (1.68m)
- Pieces: 2
- Line rating: 50-80lb
NOTE: Every Shimano reel comes with a 10-year reel warranty.

Receiving your Fishing Rod
Your fishing rod is shipped to you inside a strong cardboard tube where suitable. This means your rod always arrives safely and securely in top condition (for 1-2 piece rods only).
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