Shimano® Torium™ Reels
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- Geared for speed and efficiency
- 1-piece die-cast aluminum frame
- Exclusive High Efficiency Gearing (HEG®)
- A-RB® (Anti-Rust Bearings)
- 1 roller bearing with Super Stopper® anti-reverse
- Dartainium drag
- Oversized clicker
- Cast control knob
Shimano's heavy-duty Torium Reels are geared for maximum speed and efficiency. Each Torium Reel incorporates a tough one-piece die-cast aluminum frame, connected to a sturdy all-aluminum right side-plate and aluminum braced graphite non-handle sideplate. Shimano’s innovative High Efficiency Gearing (HEG®) ensures quick retrieves with no loss of power, matching 3 A-RB® corrosion-resistant ball bearings with a Super Stopper® anti-reverse roller bearing. Oversized clicker and cast control knob; non-slip Septon™ ergonomic handle with adjustable shank for extra torque when you need it.
Line recovery in inches per handle turn.
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Rated 1 out of 5Â by FISHUNT7 STRIPPED NAKED
This reel has given me two things. A big headache and a good fish story. On my last outing, I set the hook on a fish and fought it for about a minute before I heard a small noise and saw a big birds nest forming on my reel. I thumbed the spool to slow it down but the handle would just spin round and round. Not sure what to do at this point so I just let the fish run off about 250-300 yards of line. The fish turned and I got a little bit of slack in the line so we looped it around a cleat and cut the line at the reel. We got another rod that had a Penn on it and tied the line on the spool. I was able to get a few wraps on the spool before we untied the line from the cleat. I then reeled in a bunch of line to catch up to the fish and finally got it in. It was a 32 lb. King.
When we got home I tore the reel down and found the gears stripped out. This reel should have been able to handle a fish twice that size.
July 11, 2009
Rated 1 out of 5Â by CaptainPaul Major Disappointment
I purchased two Torium20 reels and I must say that these reels have been a major disappointment. I have had problems on a least three occasions with the "anti reverse". Here's the problem...when a good size fish is being fought with some pressure on the drag system the "anti reverse" lets go and the handle goes backwards...that's right completly backwards. I can't tell you the helpless feeling of trying to land a fish when the reel is working against you and eventually causes the loss of the fish. The reels have been serviced by Shimano directly but the problems keep recurring. Another friend has had the same problem multiple times also. In addition to these problems, other buddies have had the Torium 20 & Torium 30 turn into a "coffee grinder" when the main gears seem to wear out . I have documented the "anti reverse" problem to Shimano on several occasions with absolutely no replies which tells me that they are not a very customer service oriented company which is another strike against them.
I have phased out my Torium reels and replaced them with equivalent priced Diawa Saltist reels which seem to be a better bang for the buck. Unless you plan on catching only "small little fishies" I strongly recommend that you not buy this product. Good fishing.........
May 29, 2009
Rated 5 out of 5Â by fishingking101 great reel
I have the tor16 it is great for albcore and thresher sharks, i use it for trolling it works great, and I have used this reel for over sized sturgeon fishing it stops those big sturgeon in there tracks and this reel is bye far the best reel for the money, this reel with shimano rods can't go wrong
god bless and work hard and fish harder
kris
April 21, 2009
Rated 1 out of 5Â by marcelo Torium 30
Did not have a good experience with this reel.
It wasn't long (about a year) before the reel was hard to crank, eventhough it was well maintained. Took it apart and found that the drive shaft (939) was seized up tight. Not an easy job to free up, unfortunately the reel does not spin as it used to.
April 22, 2008
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What is the main difference between the Tor 14 and the Tor 16? I plan on spooling with 50 lb Spectra. Which would work better for casting a 6 ounce swim/jig for Ling Cod off the California coast. What would be a good rod for either of these reels? I presently use a Tor30 spooled with 80 lb spectra for Rock Cod. Thank youAnswers
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In the end it's only about line capacity, if I were you I'd get the larger reel (Torium 16) Only because if you want to use it for something else it has the capacity to do this.
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The diferences between the Tor 14 and Tor 16 are the reel weight 15.7oz vs 22.4oz, Maximum Drag Full 13lb vs Full 22lb and braided line capacity 225 yds./65 lb vs 260 yds./80 lb. The Torium 16 would be your best choice when using the 6 oz. lure. Please consider the Offshore Anglerâ„¢ Ocean Master® IM7 Light Tackle Series Casting Rod, 38-164-302-00.Details:Â
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The Torium is right hand retrieve only. Please consider the Ocean Master Light Tackle rod 38-164-302-00 .
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The Shimano® Torium™ Reels are right hand only.Answers
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This refers to the number of inches of line recovered with each full revolution of the reel's handle.
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Line retrieved per crank of the handle, in terms of the complete rotation of the handle...
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does anyone know how this thing could handle casting heavy chunks baits ( 6 + ounces of lead and bait) from the surf?Answers
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It's not ideal for casting - better for bottom fishing or trolling. For the ultimate in casting heavy baits from the surf, go with either a Shimano Stella or Van Staal spinning reel. Shimano Sustain is also a great choice. A spinning reel will work best for casting heavy baits from the surf.A:Â
I throw baits with a pound or pound and a half of lead to hold my sturgeon baits in the heavy current. They cast very well.
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Awesome I chunk sometimes for king's with my toriums...1 of 1
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