DAIWA SALTIST SD

Elevate your offshore game with the redesigned Daiwa Saltist SD. Known for its “Super Solid” construction, the 2025 model combines a lightweight profile with the brute strength required to tame trophy gamefish. This star drag conventional reel is a versatile workhorse, perfect for bottom fishing, vertical jigging, and even surf applications. Key Features & Technical Benefits: One-Piece Aluminum Body: The machined aluminum frame and sideplate offer a rigid foundation that prevents gear displacement under heavy loads, ensuring long-term gear alignment and power. Advanced Tournament Drag (ATD): Daiwa’s premier ATD carbon fiber drag system eliminates “stickiness” at the start of a run, providing smooth, consistent payout to protect light lines while offering enough stopping power (up to 22 lbs) for monsters. Corrosion Resistant Ball Bearings (CRBB): With 4 CRBB + 1 RB, the Saltist SD is shielded against the intrusive effects of salt, sand, and grit, lasting up to 12 times longer than standard stainless steel bearings. Precision Casting Control: Standard models feature a centrifugal braking system that allows for backlash-free casting of iron lures and live baits, while the true free-spool design ensures your weights reach the bottom faster. Ergonomic Power Handle: Equipped with a soft-touch T-shape power knob, this reel provides maximum leverage and comfort during grueling, long-duration battles. Specifications at a Glance: Gear Ratio: High-speed 6.4:1 for rapid line recovery. Bearings: 4 CRBB + 1 RB. Line Per Crank: Up to 47.4 inches (model dependent). Applications: Offshore jigging, bottom fishing, live bait, and trolling. From its sleek black-and-blue finish to its interchangeable parts support shared with the Saltiga series, the Saltist SD offers professional-grade features at a value-oriented price point. Trust the reel that offshore guides rely on—gear up with the Saltist SD today. MODEL BEARINGS GEAR RATIO LINE PER CRANK (IN) WEIGHT OUNCES MONO CAPACITY BRAID CAPACITY HANDLE DRAG LBS SLTSD15 4CRBB, 1RB 6.4 39.5 15.9 12/310, 14/270 30/330, 40/260 SOFT TOUCH T-SHAPE POWER 17.6 SLTSD20 4CRBB, 1RB 6.4 39.5 16.6 12/400, 14/350 40/330, 50/260 SOFT TOUCH T-SHAPE POWER 17.6 SLTSD30 4CRBB, 1RB 6.4 39.5 16.9 14/490, 20/300 40/450, 50/370 SOFT TOUCH T-SHAPE POWER 17.6 SLTSD35 4CRBB, 1RB 6.4 47.4 21 20/300, 25/240 50/390, 65/330 SOFT TOUCH T-SHAPE POWER 22 SLTSD40 4CRBB, 1RB 6.4 47.4 21.3 25/400, 30/270 65/480, 80/350 SOFT TOUCH T-SHAPE POWER 22 SLTSD50 4CRBB, 1RB 6.4 47.4 22 30/350, 40/310 80/460, 100/360 SOFT TOUCH T-SHAPE POWER 22 Add to Wishlist Add to Wishlist