Akios S-Line Multiplier Reels Launched

Courtesy of Sea Angler magazine, further information on the new Akios S-Line range of multiplier reels has been released. Last month we reported that we’d spotted the new fishing reels but had very little information to go on. We can now announce the 6-strong range:

  • Akios S-Line 656CS – 6000-sized multiplier reel featuring level-wind
  • Akios S-Line 656CSM – 6000-sized multiplier reel featuring level-wind and magnetic brakes

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New Akios Multiplier Reels Seen

We’ve spotted an interesting looking, new fishing reel at the back of a UK sea angling magazine. There’s only a small picture to go on but the multiplier reels – which look to be manufactured predominantly for sea fishing – appear to be branded as ‘Akios’, a brand we haven’t heard of before. In fact searching for the brand online has almost drawn a complete blank. The only possible
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Miriabu – newcomer to Big Game Reels

Just stumbled across Miriabu reel (and hooks) being imported into the UK by Advanta Angling. Not much to go on as yet but the reels look pretty, if not familiar in design.

The Miriabu Mito range of big game reels are said to have been tested against denizens of the deep in the Indian, Atlantic and Pacific oceans.

It appears that there three reels within the range in the following sizes; Mito 12/20, Mito 20/30 & Mito 50/80

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New Daiwa Saltiga Z Reels for 2010?

New Daiwa Saltiga Z for 2010There has been some talk on internet fishing forums & chat rooms that Daiwa will update the existing Saltiga Z range of heavy-duty spinning reels this year. If the rumours are true this might see Daiwa include their latest technologies in one of the best reels on the planet. New innovations like ‘Mag Sealed’ waterproofing could be included, as featured in this year’s release of the new Daiwa Certate in Japan.

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Rivercraft Launches European Tackle Range

RivercraftRivercraft, a new European brand in sport fishing has recently launched to the public. With a European focus, Rivercraft specialises in fly fishing, spinning and casting tackle, clothing and accessories.

Here’s an excerpt from Rivercraft’s official press release dated 12th May 2010: Continue reading “Rivercraft Launches European Tackle Range”