The Shimano NASCI 1000FC is a high-performance, lightweight spinning reel engineered for ultra-light freshwater and inshore saltwater fishing. It is known for its smooth operation and durability, providing advanced features typically found in more expensive models.
Key Specifications
- Weight: 7.2 oz
- Gear Ratio: 5.0:1
- Bearings: 5+1
- Max Drag: 7 pounds
- Retrieve Rate: 26 inches per crank
- Retrieve: Reversible left or right-hand retrieve.
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Line Capacity (Mono):
- 2 lb/270 yds
- 4 lb/140 yds
- 6 lb/110 yds
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Line Capacity (Braid):
- 10 lb/95 yds
- 15 lb/85 yds
- 20 lb/65 yds
Core Technologies
- HAGANE Gear: Made with Shimano's cold-forging technology rather than traditional cutting methods, this gear offers exceptional strength, durability, and lasting smoothness.
- SilentDrive: Refinements in the reel's functional parts and gear tolerances result in a quieter and smoother reeling experience by eliminating unnecessary noise and vibration.
- CoreProtect: This technology provides water resistance to protect the reel's roller clutch, body, and line roller without creating a heavy rotational feeling.
- X-Ship: The pinion gear is supported by bearings on both ends, reducing friction and improving gear durability and winding power, even under heavy loads.
- G-Free Body: The center of gravity is shifted closer to the rod, reducing fatigue and increasing casting comfort and balance.
- Propulsion Line Management System: The unique spool lip design helps the line leave the spool in smaller loops, leading to longer casting distances and preventing wind knots and backlashes.
- Cross Carbon Drag: The carbon drag material offers a wider range of settings and provides smooth, consistent performance with greater durability.
Fishing Applications
The NASCI 1000FC is the smallest reel in the NASCI lineup, making it a great choice for finesse fishing with ultra-light rods.
- Target species: Ideal for smaller fish like trout, panfish, and bass.
- Versatility: Suitable for both freshwater and inshore saltwater environments.
- Techniques: Handles a wide range of applications, including jigs, crankbaits, float rigs, and light finesse presentations.
- User opinion: Anglers frequently praise its smooth retrieve, solid drag performance, and overall quality, noting that it performs like a much more expensive reel.