DAIWA 26 TOURNAMENT BASIA SURF 45 SCW QD

Daiwa 26 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW QD - Cutting-edge Big Pit technology for modern Surfcasting

The Daiwa 26 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW QD represents one of the highest expressions of Daiwa technology applied to Big Pit reels designed for modern surfcasting. Engineered to maximise casting performance and provide superior control throughout every stage of the fishing process, this reel combines lightness, structural rigidity and increased winding power in a platform designed for demanding technical anglers.

The new generation has been developed with particular attention to overall balance and handling. Both the spool and rotor have been enlarged, optimising the reel's overall configuration while contributing to improved line management and enhanced casting performance.

One of the key innovations is the introduction of the AIRDRIVE rotor on a reel specifically designed for surfcasting. Inspired by a spherical structure, the new rotor design is engineered to provide high rigidity while reducing rotational inertia. This allows a more immediate rotor response and exceptionally smooth rotation, enhancing the overall feel during use.

Lightweight construction is one of the main strengths of the 26 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW QD. Both the body and rotor are manufactured from ZAION, Daiwa's advanced carbon-based composite developed to combine high structural rigidity with extremely low weight. The result is a rigid and lightweight platform that contributes to improved balance and reduced fatigue during long fishing sessions.

Smooth operation is further enhanced by a total of 11 bearings, two more than the previous generation. The increased bearing count contributes to an even smoother and more precise mechanical performance, highlighting the reel's refined internal engineering.

Winding power has also been significantly upgraded, increasing from 10 kg on the previous generation to 15 kg on the new model. This additional power provides greater authority during retrieves and improved control when handling heavy leads, terminal tackle and demanding fish in challenging surfcasting conditions.

The Daiwa 26 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW QD is a benchmark Big Pit reel for advanced surfcasting, engineered for anglers who demand maximum casting performance, low weight, smooth operation and increased winding power from a single high-performance reel.

TECHNICAL FEATURES

• Type: Specialist Big Pit reel for Surfcasting
• Designed For: Modern surfcasting and long-distance fishing
• Rotor: AIRDRIVE Rotor, engineered to reduce rotational inertia and improve smoothness
• Body Construction: ZAION
• Rotor Construction: ZAION
• Spool: Enlarged spool designed to optimise long-distance casting performance
• Rotor: Enlarged compared to the previous generation
• Bearings: 11
• Winding Power: 15 kg
• Previous Generation: Winding power increased from 10 kg to 15 kg
• Structural Rigidity: High rigidity provided by the ZAION construction
• Weight: Reduced thanks to the use of ZAION composite material
• Balance: Optimised for improved comfort and control during casting and retrieve
• Casting Performance: Engineered to maximise casting distance
• Key Benefits: Exceptional smoothness, low rotational inertia, lightweight construction, high rigidity and increased winding power
• Target Anglers: Advanced surfcasting anglers seeking maximum long-distance casting performance