Daiwa 25 Saltist Star Drag 20H Multiplier Reel

The Daiwa 25 Saltist Star Drag (SD) 20H multiplier reel is engineered for serious saltwater anglers, delivering the raw power, speed, and durability needed to tackle hard-fighting species in the demanding UK sea fishing environment. Inheriting the core strength of the Saltist family, this latest iteration features refined components and a high-speed retrieve, making it a versatile tool for both shore and boat applications.

Product Details and Uses

The 25 Saltist 20H is a high-performance star drag conventional reel. Its robust construction is designed to withstand the corrosive nature of the marine environment, ensuring a reliable performance season after season.

Key UK Fishing Applications:

• Shore Fishing (Uptide/Rough Ground): The reel’s responsive Centrifugal Brake System allows for a high degree of casting control, making it an excellent choice for casting heavy baits and leads over mixed to rough ground from the shore. Its high-speed 6.4:1 gear ratio is perfect for rapidly retrieving tackle over snags once the cast is complete or bringing in big fish quickly before they reach cover.
• Boat Fishing (Uptiding & General Bottom Fishing): The 20H size is ideal for general inshore boat fishing, particularly for uptiding for species like Rays, Smoothhounds, and Cod. The powerful ATD drag system ensures a smooth line release under pressure, giving you the confidence to manage battles with large fish without fear of tackle failure.
• Wrecking and Jigging: The high retrieve rate and robust construction make it a superb reel for vertical jigging or working lures and pirks over wrecks and reefs for Pollock and Cod, allowing for quick lure presentation and rapid retrieval of deep-running fish.
• Tackling Hard Fighters: With a maximum drag of 8kg and a strong aluminium frame, this reel is perfectly suited for taming larger UK specimens, including Conger Eel, Skate, and offshore species.

Features at a Glance:

• ATD (Automatic Tournament Drag): A carbon fibre drag system that is smooth, powerful, and automatically adjusts to running fish, providing progressive stopping power while maintaining consistency.
• High-Speed 6.4:1 Gear Ratio: A fast retrieve rate of approximately 100cm of line per handle turn, crucial for rapid line pickup and quickly gaining control of a fish.
• Centrifugal Brake System: Provides fine-tuned spool control, allowing for long, accurate, and backlash-free casts—ideal for shore and uptide fishing.
• Corrosion Resistance: Features CRBB (Corrosion Resistant Ball Bearings) and a protective anodised finish on the frame and side plates to significantly enhance longevity in saltwater.
• Machined Aluminium Construction: A one-piece aluminium frame and side plate deliver maximum rigidity and strength while keeping the reel relatively light.
• Soft Egg Knob: Fitted for superior comfort and grip, especially when fighting large fish.

Detailed Product Specifications