Daiwa 20 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW Power Reel

Daiwa 20 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW Power Reel

The Daiwa 20 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW Power is a top-of-the-line fixed spool reel designed for the ultimate long-range casting experience. It represents the pinnacle of Japanese engineering and is a no-compromise reel built for serious shore and tournament anglers. The “Basia Surf” designation indicates its specific design for the challenges of beach fishing, while the “SCW” (Slow Cross Wrap) and “Power” badge highlight its specialized line lay and immense winding power. This is a reel for those who demand the highest level of performance and technology.

Core Specifications and Technology

• Lightweight and Incredibly Rigid Body: The reel is built from Daiwa’s proprietary Zaion Carbon material, a high-density carbon composite that is both incredibly lightweight and corrosion-proof. This, combined with the Zaion Air Rotor, results in a reel that weighs a mere 485g, which significantly reduces angler fatigue during long sessions. The rigid body ensures perfect alignment of the internal gears, even under heavy loads.
• Ultimate Casting Performance: This is where the Basia Surf truly stands out. It incorporates a suite of technologies to achieve phenomenal casting distances:
  • 45mm LC (Long Cast) Spool: This large-diameter, tapered spool is designed to allow line to peel off with minimal friction. It is a key factor in maximizing casting distance and is supplied with both a shallow and a deep spool, offering versatility for different line types (braid or mono).
  • SCW (Slow Cross Wrap) System: This defining feature lays the line in a near-perfect, parallel pattern with an ultra-slow oscillation. This meticulous line lay prevents line dig and ensures a smooth, uninterrupted release during a cast, which is crucial for those extra yards.
  • Air Bail and One-Piece Bail: The one-piece Air Bail is a hollow, tubular bail arm that is strong and lightweight, while its seamless design allows line to roll freely onto the line roller without snagging.
• Powerful and Refined Gearing: The reel is equipped with Aluminium Tough Digigear, a precision-machined gearing system that is incredibly durable and provides immense cranking power. The 4.1:1 gear ratio is specifically chosen to maximize winding power, making it easier to retrieve heavy leads and baits from extreme distances. The reel also features a Magsealed body, a technology that uses a magnetic oil to prevent water and debris from entering the reel’s internal components, ensuring prolonged “showroom smoothness.”
• Quick Drag (QD) System: The Basia Surf is equipped with a powerful QD (Quick Drag) system, which allows for a fast and precise transition from a loose free spool to a locked fighting drag with just a half-turn of the drag knob. It has a massive maximum drag force of 10kg (22 lbs), providing the stopping power needed for hard-fighting fish.
• Superior Bearing System: The reel is fitted with a 9+1 bearing system, including 7 CRBB (Corrosion Resistant Ball Bearings). This high number of bearings ensures a remarkably silky-smooth operation and provides a high level of protection against the corrosive effects of saltwater.
• Detailed Specifications:
  • Weight: 485g
  • Bearings: 9 (7 CRBB + 2 BB)
  • Gear Ratio: 4.1:1
  • Line Retrieve per Turn: 88cm
  • Max Drag Force: 10kg
  • Line Capacity (Shallow): 300m of 0.18mm
  • Line Capacity (Deep): 300m of 0.35mm

Why It’s Perfect for UK Fishing

The Daiwa 20 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW Power is an outstanding choice for the dedicated UK angler due to its combination of advanced technology, extreme durability, and exceptional casting performance.

1. Extreme Casting Distance: The reel is perfectly suited for UK surfcasting. The combination of its lightweight body, slow oscillation, and long-cast spools allows you to punch a rig and bait out beyond the breaking waves and into the gutters and gullies where fish are often feeding, giving you a distinct advantage.
2. Built for UK Conditions: The Zaion body, Magsealed technology, and CRBB bearings are specifically designed to withstand the harsh saltwater and sand that are common on the British coastline. This ensures the reel’s longevity and reliable performance over multiple seasons.
3. Lightweight and Powerful: Despite its immense power and drag, the reel’s incredibly light weight reduces fatigue during long sessions. This allows you to cast more and fish for longer without discomfort.
4. A Long-Term Investment: This is a premium reel that comes with a premium price tag. However, its uncompromising quality, durability, and performance make it a long-term investment that will be a joy to use for many seasons.

The Daiwa 20 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW Power Reel is one of Daiwa’s top-of-the-line surfcasting reels, designed to deliver exceptional casting performance and handling in the UK fishing market. The reel boasts a generous line capacity and excellent drag system, making it the ideal choice for surf fishing enthusiasts looking to cast long distances.

Equipped with state-of-the-art technologies, the Daiwa 20 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW Power Reel features the innovative SCW (Slow Cross Wrap) system that ensures optimal line management during casting and retrieval. This technology also reduces the amount of friction generated by the line, thus increasing casting distance and accuracy.

Thanks to the precision-engineered gearing system integrated into the Daiwa 20 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW Power Reel, anglers can experience enhanced power and control when reeling in their catch. They can also adjust the drag settings according to the type of fish they are targeting, making the reel versatile enough to handle a variety of species.

Overall, the Daiwa 20 Tournament Basia Surf 45 SCW Power Reel is a high-performance surfcasting reel that offers exceptional distance casting capabilities and advanced reel technologies. With its robust build quality and smooth operation, it is sure to become the go-to reel for any angler looking to go the extra mile in their pursuit of the biggest catch. Whether you are a seasoned pro or an enthusiastic amateur, this reel is sure to deliver a top-notch performance that is sure to impress.

The distance casting prowess of any Basia is regarded as untouchable by any other reel. This Tournament Surf edition has added refinement that the serious beach match angler will truly value.

The 45mm LC spool is offered in two depths; shallow and deep. This lends itself perfectly for the application of braid or mono when tactics demand.

The SCW Slow Cross Wrap ensures optimum line lay and release, delivering seamless casting, enhanced further by way of the twin edge spool lip, which reduces line friction but maintains a narrow line corridor.

Utilising corrosion proof Zaion in body and rotor, Magsealed and 7 CRBB also bring added protection from the rigours of saltwater and debris, ensuring prolonged ‘showroom smoothness’.

Features :

• Capacity 300m-0.18mm
• Ratio 4.1:1
• Magsealed
• Zaion Body
• Zaion Air Rotor
• 45mm LC Long Cast Spool
• Slow Cross Wrap
• QD Quick Drag
• Aluminium Tough Digigear
• One Piece Air Bail
• Infinite Anti-Reverse
• Aluminium Machine Cut Screw-In Handle
• Spare Spool Supplied