Shimano Vanford Spinning Reel
Sculpted from over a decade of engineering advancement and a rich lineage of predecessors, the new Vanford tests the boundaries of technology and engineering found in spinning reels. Built upon a CI4+ body for both a lightweight feel and carbon rigidity, the Vanford incorporates a MagnumLite (MGL) Rotor for up to 48% less rotational inertia than traditional rotor construction for a quick response in critical situations. The Vanford features Shimano’s cold-forged HAGANE Gear and many of Shimano’s premium technologies for increased fishing performance and years of durability. Vanford’s SilentDrive and MicroModule Gear II technologies combine to produce a new level of smooth rotational performance while reducing overall reel vibration. Vanford also incorporates Long Stroke Spool technology to increase casting distance while producing a smoother line lay on the spool during retrieval. X-Protect technology and water-channeling construction enhances Vanford’s water resistance and overall durability — an important feature for a reel sure to be found in inshore environments. From ice fishing and drop-shot fishing for smallies in the sweetwater to stalking tailing fish in the flats, there is a Vanford model for every angler. A "C" before the model size indicates that the reel is a compact version, meaing that it has the body of the size one down, with a larger spool (ie. a C2000 has a 1000 body size with a 2000 size spool)
Model | Weight (oz) |
Max Drag (lb) | Gear Ratio | Line Retrieval (in) | Mono Line Capacity (# Test/Yd) | Braided Line Capacity (# Test/Yd) | Bearing Count |
VF500F | 4.9 | 6 | 5.6:1 | 27 | 2/190, 4/100, 6/60 | 5/135, 8/105, 10/65 | 6+1 |
VF1000F | 5.3 | 7 | 5.1:1 | 25 | 2/270, 4/160, 6/110 | 10/95, 15/75, 20/65 | 7+1 |
VFC2000HGF | 5.3 | 7 | 6.1:1 | 32 | 6/165, 8/105, 10/95 | 10/140, 15/115, 20/95 | 7+1 |
VF2500HGF | 6.3 | 20 | 6.0:1 | 35 | 6/200, 8/140, 10/120 | 10/150, 15/145, 30/100 | 7+1 |
VFC3000XGF | 6.3 | 20 | 6.4:1 | 37 | 6/230, 8/170, 10/140 | 10/200, 20/140, 40/105 | 7+1 |
VF4000XGF | 7.6 | 24 | 6.2:1 | 40 | 8/240, 10/200, 12/160 | 15/230, 30/180, 50/120 | 7+1 |
VFC5000XGF | 7.8 | 24 | 6.2:1 | 40 | 10/240, 12/195, 14/165 | 20/260, 30/235, 40/185 | 7+1 |