2014 Shimano Reels Catalog, Page 97

GLOSSARY

Twin Disk Drag System

Conventional This system uses two drag washers that surround a floating drag plate to effectively double the drag surface over traditional drag systems. On a traditional drag system, a drag plate is pressed against the drag washer to create drag. On the Twin Disk Drag System, the drag washer is suspended between two drag plates. This utilizes both sides of the drag plate and gives twice the drag surface of a single disk system.

Twin Pawl Anti-Reverse System

Conventional Twin Pawl Anti-Reverse System uses two pawls for increased reliability and durability , along with hooksetting power.

Variable Brake System (VBS ® )

Low Profile and Round Baitcasting VBS uses centrifugal force rather than magnets to aid in controlling the cast. The individual brake weights, when turned on, are forced outward at the beginning of the cast when backlashes most often occur, causing friction that reduces the speed of the spool. Once the spool speed begins to slow, the pressure lessens, allowing the spool to continue spinning. The result is a much more consistent spool speed that is easier to manage and takes advantage of the reel’s maximum casting distance. Settings range from zero weights turned on for true freespool and up to 6 weights turned on for extremely windy conditions and maximum cast control.

Varispeed ®

Spinning and Offshore Spinning Normal oscillation systems use a constant rotation of the oscillation gear that, when translated to the cam, pro - vides an inconsistent spool speed. This results in line lay that stacks at either end of the spool. By using an oval os - cillation gear, we are able to alter the speed of the oscillation cam to provide a consistent spool speed. This results in an even line lay that provides excellent castability and manageability.