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Shimano Re-Ignites Their Shining Star : The 2015 Aldebaran
Shimano Re-Ignites Their Shining Star : The 2015 Aldebaran
Shimano Re-Ignites Their Shining Star : The 2015 Aldebaran
Introduction: Originally introduced back in 2009 and dubbed the Alphas Killer (in reference to Daiwa's Alphas platform), the Aldebaran has been a staple in my collection ever since. Six years later, in 2015, Shimano re-imaged this reel and upped the ante by including it in their JDM import lineup to be sold in US stores. It's taken some time, but here now is our look at the 2015 Shimano Aldebaran.
Complete Article: http://tackletour.com/reviewshimaldebaran15.html
Introduction: Originally introduced back in 2009 and dubbed the Alphas Killer (in reference to Daiwa's Alphas platform), the Aldebaran has been a staple in my collection ever since. Six years later, in 2015, Shimano re-imaged this reel and upped the ante by including it in their JDM import lineup to be sold in US stores. It's taken some time, but here now is our look at the 2015 Shimano Aldebaran.
Complete Article: http://tackletour.com/reviewshimaldebaran15.html
Re: Shimano Re-Ignites Their Shining Star : The 2015 Aldebar
Looks like you really like the Aldebaran, solid review on solid reel. My view on the Alpha would be very similar. Shimano reel hit home runs with the Aldebaran and Metaniums.
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Re: Shimano Re-Ignites Their Shining Star : The 2015 Aldebar
Totally spot on review though with BFS tackle 1/8 oz is easily achievable.
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I agree. As always, some 1/8 oz baits are easier to throw than others... Spoons, spinners, crankbaits, no sweat.Bootytrain wrote:Totally spot on review though with BFS tackle 1/8 oz is easily achievable.
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Re: Shimano Re-Ignites Their Shining Star : The 2015 Aldebar
I was getting good distance with the rapala ultra light minnow 4.Dalleinf wrote:I agree. As always, some 1/8 oz baits are easier to throw than others... Spoons, spinners, crankbaits, no sweat.Bootytrain wrote:Totally spot on review though with BFS tackle 1/8 oz is easily achievable.
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My brother has been recommending that bait as well (for its casting ability). I will have to try it out.Bootytrain wrote:I was getting good distance with the rapala ultra light minnow 4.Dalleinf wrote:I agree. As always, some 1/8 oz baits are easier to throw than others... Spoons, spinners, crankbaits, no sweat.Bootytrain wrote:Totally spot on review though with BFS tackle 1/8 oz is easily achievable.
Re: Shimano Re-Ignites Their Shining Star : The 2015 Aldebar
Shouldn't the MSRP read $429 rather than $329?
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Re: Shimano Re-Ignites Their Shining Star : The 2015 Aldebar
It actually doesn't cast that well, it has no weight transfer system since it's so small. But the aldebaran handled it really well.Dalleinf wrote:My brother has been recommending that bait as well (for its casting ability). I will have to try it out.Bootytrain wrote:I was getting good distance with the rapala ultra light minnow 4.Dalleinf wrote:I agree. As always, some 1/8 oz baits are easier to throw than others... Spoons, spinners, crankbaits, no sweat.Bootytrain wrote:Totally spot on review though with BFS tackle 1/8 oz is easily achievable.
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MSRP is actually 39,600 JPY which, at the time the review was written, translated to $329.wbook01 wrote:Shouldn't the MSRP read $429 rather than $329?
Because this reel was not designed for the North American market, Shimano increases the US price of this reel to cover warranty claims, so if you want the warranty coverage, purchase from a US retailer. However, do so knowing the reel is actually available for much less.
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Thanks. I checked out the price at Japan Tackle.
Re: Shimano Re-Ignites Their Shining Star : The 2015 Aldebar
Ordered one last week. http://www.mefistofishing.pl/shimano-al ... -1296.html
Aldebaran 2015 51HG 227€ !!! 8 left in stock.
Aldebaran 2015 51HG 227€ !!! 8 left in stock.