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SAHARA FJ

$104.99 USD
Designed for new and experienced anglers alike, Sahara FJ reel incorporates Shimano’s HAGANE Gear for increased durability with the refinement of SilentDrive technology for smoother reeling performance.
  • Designed for new and experienced anglers
  • Equipped to handle hard-charging game fish
  • Redesigned body and rotor for extra in-hand appeal
  • Smooth, quiet performance

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SAHARA 2500 FJ

SKU: SH2500FJ

Out of stock

5.0:1

8/140, 10/120

10/150, 15/145, 30/100

4/1

8.5

$104.99
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SAHARA C5000XG FJ

SKU: SHC5000XGFJ

Out of stock

6.2:1

12/195, 14/165

20/260, 30/235, 40/185

4/1

10.8

$119.99
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SAHARA 500 FJ

SKU: SH500FJ

Out of stock

5.6:1

2/190, 4/100, 6/60

5/135, 8/105, 10/65

3/1

6

$104.99
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SAHARA 4000XG FJ

SKU: SH4000XGFJ

Out of stock

6.2:1

10/200, 12/160

15/230, 30/180, 50/120

4/1

9.9

$114.99
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SAHARA C3000HG FJ

SKU: SHC3000HGFJ

Out of stock

6.2:1

6/230, 8/170, 10/140

10/200, 20/140, 40/105

4/1

8.5

$104.99
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SAHARA 1000 FJ

SKU: SH1000FJ

Out of stock

5.0:1

2/270, 4/160, 6/110

10/95, 15/75, 20/65

4/1

7.2

$104.99
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SAHARA 2500 FJ

$104.99
Gear Ratio
5.0:1
Mono Line Capacity
8/140, 10/120
PowerPro Line Capacity
10/150, 15/145, 30/100
Bearings
4/1
Weight
8.5
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SAHARA C5000XG FJ

$119.99
Gear Ratio
6.2:1
Mono Line Capacity
12/195, 14/165
PowerPro Line Capacity
20/260, 30/235, 40/185
Bearings
4/1
Weight
10.8
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SAHARA 500 FJ

$104.99
Gear Ratio
5.6:1
Mono Line Capacity
2/190, 4/100, 6/60
PowerPro Line Capacity
5/135, 8/105, 10/65
Bearings
3/1
Weight
6
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SAHARA 4000XG FJ

$114.99
Gear Ratio
6.2:1
Mono Line Capacity
10/200, 12/160
PowerPro Line Capacity
15/230, 30/180, 50/120
Bearings
4/1
Weight
9.9
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SAHARA C3000HG FJ

$104.99
Gear Ratio
6.2:1
Mono Line Capacity
6/230, 8/170, 10/140
PowerPro Line Capacity
10/200, 20/140, 40/105
Bearings
4/1
Weight
8.5
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SAHARA 1000 FJ

$104.99
Gear Ratio
5.0:1
Mono Line Capacity
2/270, 4/160, 6/110
PowerPro Line Capacity
10/95, 15/75, 20/65
Bearings
4/1
Weight
7.2
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Overview

Introduced to the Sahara line-up in 2022, the Sahara FJ series of spinning reels meets the needs of both entry and seasoned anglers. In addition to the durable HAGANE Gear and smooth performance of the SilentDrive, this reel also uses X-Ship technology, adding dependable toughness during fights with hard-charging game fish. Compared to the previous generation, the new reel is lighter and boasts an entirely new body and rotor design for extra in-hand appeal. The Sahara FJ features a screw-in handle and an anti-reverse switch, providing anglers with reliable performance as they pursue their next trophy catch.

Propulsion Line Management System

The most obvious component of the Propulsion Line Management System is the new Propulsion Spool Lip design. Through tens of thousands of casting tests and computer simulations, Shimano’s new spool lip design provides longer casting distances than a standard spool lip design while also preventing backlashes and wind knots from forming.

G-Free Body

G-Free Body technology has been developed to shift the reel's center of gravity closer to the rod. By moving the center of gravity closer to the angler’s hand, the G-Free Body helps to reduce fatigue and enhance casting comfort.

HAGANE Gear

With amazing strength and durability, the HAGANE Gear is at the very heart of most Shimano reels. Shimano, through the application of state-of-the-art technologies, gives anglers the long-lasting smoothness and pleasure that is felt when anglers first use a reel, over and over again. No cutting work is applied to the teeth of the drive gear during fabrication, instead the entire surface is calculated in minute detail by special 3D-design and then formed by Shimano's cold-forging technology. The result is assured resilience. HAGANE Gear is the fruit of Shimano's inexhaustible pursuit for durability — the strength and power of forged metal continues to represent the fundamental concept of Shimano reels.

SilentDrive

SilentDrive technology benefits from a total redesign of all functional parts focused on the drive gear, worm shaft and other parts. The goal: remove unnecessary noise and vibration. In doing so, the overall tolerances are improved to a micron level, ultimately creating an overall quieter and smoother reel operation.

X-Ship Spinning

X-Ship provides improved gear durability. By supporting the pinion gear on both ends with bearings, the pinion gear maintains precise alignment with the drive gear. This allows the gears to stay in the same position under the heaviest loads. The added benefit of X-Ship technology is that friction between the spool shaft and gear are eliminated. This further benefits anglers with enhanced casting performance and casting distance of lighter lures.

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