POLYMER
BEARINGS
Traditional ball bearings are
replaced by polymer disc bearings
that 13 Fishing claims are not sus-
ceptible to corrosion and wear
caused by grit and dirt.
COMPACT
PROFILE
EASY ACCESS
The rapid-access side plate pro-
vides quick, easy access to the six-
point centrifugal braking system
adjustment dial.
It’s as slim and trim as they come.
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HITS & MISSES
+ Excellent price point
+ Long casts with less effort
+ Smooth, quiet operation
+ Consistent control
+ Fast-opening side plate
+ Custom colors available
– Only one left-handed retrieve model
APPLICATIONS
It may take a few casts to get the braking system and
spool tension dialed in, but you’ll know it when it’s right. Matt
Baldwin, 13 Fishing product development manager, recom-
mends starting out with the centrifugal brake dial on setting
one or two with the spool tension knob loosened a little less
than normal for a ball-bearing reel.
The Concept Z stood
out for its brash
appearance, and its
ability to handle a
range of finesse,
power and cranking
applications.
Applications are many. The reel is treated with a protective coating called
Ocean Armor 2, so it can withstand the punishing abuse associated with
harsh saltwater elements. The Concept Z handles lightweight shaky heads and
drop-shots remarkably well. Use it for everything in between with retrieve
ratios of 6.6:1, 7.3:1 or 8.1:1 for righties. The lefty model comes only in 7.3:1.
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DETAILS
Gear Ratio:
6.6:1, 7.3:1 and 8.1:1 for
right-handed retrieve;
7.3:1 for
left-handed retrieve
Capacity:
135 yards of 12-pound
test
Drag: 22 pounds
Construction:
aluminum
Weight: 6.4 ounces
MSRP: $200
Contact: 13fishing.com ■
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