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SHIMANO · Spinning Reels
Shimano Exsence BB 3000M HG
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- Item weight
- 250 Grams
- Product dimensions
- 5.91 x 5.2 x 3.46 inches
Quick take
A lightweight 3000-size saltwater spinning reel with 5.8 gear ratio and smooth drag for finesse presentations.
This 2020 Shimano Exsence BB is a 3000-size spinning reel with a 5.8 gear ratio and a stainless steel handle. It weighs 250 grams and is built for ambidextrous use, so it fits either-hand setups. A 9-pound maximum drag and five ball bearings plus one roller bearing suit anglers working lighter fluorocarbon or nylon line.
Best for
- Saltwater casting and jigging
- Inshore flats fishing
- Light to medium saltwater tackle
Skip if
- You need a large saltwater capacity reel
- You fish freshwater only
Strengths
- Lightweight construction at 250 g
- High gear ratio 5.8 for quick line recovery
- Sealed drag resists saltwater corrosion
Trade-offs
- Smaller capacity limits long-distance casting
- High drag pressure may stress light line
- Requires regular saltwater maintenance
Fishing fit
- Water
- Saltwater
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | spinning reel |
|---|---|
| Gear ratio | 5.8 |
| Weight | 250 g |
| Drag | 3.5 kg practical, 9 kg max |
| Line capacity | 8-12 lb monofilament or braid |
| Bearing count | 5 BB, 1 roller |
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