Shimano Ultegra FD 1000

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SKU – ULT1000D

Product Details and Uses

Shimano Ultegra FD 1000: The Ultralight Specialist

Experience the pinnacle of small-reel engineering with the Shimano Ultegra FD 1000. Designed for those who find beauty in the details, this reel is the definitive choice for technical anglers targeting trout, perch, and panfish with ultralight tackle. Despite its diminutive size, it inherits the revolutionary “Infinity” technologies from Shimano’s flagship models, delivering a high-fidelity fishing experience that allows you to feel every vibration of a micro-lure.

Elite Internal Architecture: The “Stella” Influence

The Ultegra FD 1000 has been meticulously redesigned to provide a “connected” feeling that was previously only available at the highest price points:

InfinityDrive & InfinityXross: These flagship systems optimize gear tooth contact and reduce sliding resistance. This provides a significant boost in winding power, ensuring that even this small reel can handle unexpected larger bonus fish with ease.
HAGANE Gear & Micro Module II: Precision-forged for extreme durability, these gears produce a silent, fluid rotation that maintains its smooth, “out-of-the-box” feel even after years of delicate finesse work.
Silent Drive: By removing minute gaps and mechanical vibrations within the internal drivetrain, Shimano has created a reel that lets you feel every heartbeat of your micro-jig or spoon.

The 1000 Profile: Featherweight Precision

Ultra-Lightweight Body: Crafted from Shimano’s exclusive Ci4+ composite, the reel weighs a mere 180g. This featherweight construction ensures perfect balance on “area trout” or LRF rods, allowing for surgical casting accuracy and zero hand fatigue.
Standard Gear Ratio: With a 5.1:1 gear ratio, this model retrieves 64cm of line per crank. This slower, more controlled retrieve is critical for finesse techniques where a fast-moving lure would appear unnatural to wary fish.
Anti-Twist Fin: A game-changer for ultralight fishing, this specialized elastic fin manages line tension as it enters the spool, virtually eliminating wind knots and slack-line loops when using ultra-thin braids or fluorocarbons.

Rugged All-Weather Performance

X-Protect: Utilizing a sophisticated labyrinth structure, X-Protect provides elite-level water resistance without compromising the reel’s buttery-smooth rotation. This makes it a formidable choice for both mountain streams and salty harbor walls.
Long Stroke AR-C Spool: Even on this small frame, the extended spool height allows light lines to flow more freely during the cast, providing the extra distance needed to reach spooky fish in clear water.
Duracross Drag: Offers exceptional, accurate control with increased durability, ensuring the drag starts smoothly to protect thin, fragile lines.

Product Specifications

Feature	Specification
Model	Ultegra FD 1000 (ULT1000FD)
Weight	180g
Gear Ratio	5.1:1
Max Drag	3.0 kg (7 lbs)
Bearings	5 + 1 (S A-RB)
Line Retrieve Per Crank	64 cm (25 inches)
Mono Capacity (mm-m)	0.18-170, 0.20-140, 0.25-90
PE Line Capacity	#0.8-240m, #1-190m
Body Material	Ci4+ (Carbon Reinforced)
Key Technologies	InfinityDrive, InfinityXross, HAGANE Gear, X-Protect

Why Choose the Ultegra FD 1000?

If you are looking for a sleek, high-performing reel that offers professional-grade features for your light-line endeavors, the 1000 size is an irresistible upgrade. It is a beautifully crafted, technical workhorse that brings a new level of sophistication to ultralight fishing.