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Daiwa BG

Long-running BG spinning-reel family covering ultralight freshwater through heavy saltwater sizes. The platform uses a black-anodized machined aluminum body, screw-in handle, AIR ROTOR, ATD drag, and oversized DIGIGEAR gearing for rigidity and durability across a very broad application range.

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Key features

Machined Aluminum Body

Black-anodized machined aluminum housing provides the BG family's rigid structural base.

Oversized DIGIGEAR

Large-tooth DIGIGEAR drive system is designed for greater gear durability and power transmission.

AIR ROTOR

AIR ROTOR architecture reduces rotational mass while distributing load around the rotor.

ATD Drag

Automatic Tournament Drag system is designed for smooth, progressive pressure under changing loads.

Freshwater-to-Saltwater Size Range

BG family spans compact freshwater sizes through large heavy-saltwater models.

Specifications

Family

Current Starting MSRP
149.99 USD
Model Range
BG1500-BG8000

Construction

Bearings
6BB + 1

Performance

Gear Ratio Range
5.3-5.7:1
Max Drag Range
4.4-33 lb
Retrieve per Crank Range
28.3-53.3 in

Physical

Weight Range
8.5-30 oz

Product details

Materials
Machined aluminum body; metal gearing

Manufacturer product information

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