Shimano Vanford FA

NEW Shimano Vanford FA

The Shimano Vanford is one of the most sensitive spinning reels in Shimano’s entire lineup. As part of the Magnumlite family, it is the ideal choice for a wide range of finesse techniques. It sets new benchmarks in lightweight technology and impresses with remarkable precision and finesse - qualities you can not only feel, but also fully exploit in real-world fishing.

The start-up resistance required to get the Vanford’s rotor moving is almost imperceptible. It’s hard to describe the sensation, but once you hold a Vanford in your hand, you immediately know what we mean. Sensitivity brings control, and control leads to better results.

It’s a win-win situation, and when it comes to finesse rigs, there are only very few spinning reels that can compete with the Vanford. Pair it with a high-quality finesse spinning rod and the balance improves immediately, allowing you to fish more effectively, for longer, and with more enjoyment. The Vanford’s sensitivity is partly the result of the 2nd generation MGL rotor, which—together with the reel body—is made from Shimano’s exclusive Ci4+ composite material. This is also why the reel feels so light in the hand.

Inside the reel, HAGANE Gear, MicroModule II, X-SHIP, InfinityDrive, Infinity Xross, and Silent Drive work seamlessly together to deliver smoothness and surprisingly strong performance. In addition, the Vanford benefits from Shimano’s advanced Duracross Drag system, which guarantees highly precise drag control while fighting a fish. To take line management to a new level, the new Anti-Twist Fin technology prevents the line from sagging between the line roller and the spool—an especially big advantage when fishing with light lures or slack-line techniques.