[ICAST 2025] Daiwa’s Next-Gen Big Game Spinner – 25 Saltiga

Daiwa is here at ICAST 2025 with their next generation of big game spinning reels, with the new 8000 to 25000 sizes for the 25 Saltiga. This supersized ICAST New Product Showcase Entry is made to be able to handle the largest of fish, from monster tarpon inshore or cow tunas offshore, the new 8000 to 25000 size 25 Saltiga spinning reels can take it. Equipped with the new Powerdrive system and new DRD Drag, in 18000 and larger-sized 25 Saltiga reels, this reel is more than capable of fighting these big fish as long as you are. MSRP for the reels starts at $1099.99 and goes up to $1199.99 on the larger-sized 25 Saltiga reels. These monster-slaying reels are available now.

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Daiwa 8000 – 25000 Size 25 Saltiga Spinning Reel Key Features

Monocoque Frame – One-piece aluminum alloy body that serves as a rigid and flex-proof frame for the reel, that eliminates screws and sockets for fewer water and dirt intrusion points into the reel.
Powerdrive Design – Daiwa’s next generation of large spinning reels for targeting the largest fish in the ocean.
Powerdrive Engine – Combining the oversized Power Digigear and Roller Power Oscillation to make a powerful, smooth, and efficient reel.
Powerdrive Rotor – A high-strength spherical aluminum rotor that is rigid but low inertia. The rotor shape is symmetrical and highly balanced around the axis of rotation.
DRD Drag – A completely new drag mechanism equipped with eight metal rollers on one metal plate, replacing traditional carbon drag washers. This prevents drag force decrease due to frictional heat and is five times as durable as traditional drags.
Crank Power Bail – A new bail shape with an optimally inclined crank angle and strengthened spring mechanisms to keep tension on the line better.
Tough Line Roller System – The roller shaft features a larger support surface and is integrated with the bail arm.
Magsealed – The main shaft, line roller, and drive gear ball-bearing are sealed with a magnetic liquid wall.
Corrosion Resistant Ball Bearings (CRBB) – DAIWA’s CRBB ball bearings are shielded to seal out sand, fine grit, salt crystals, and other abrasives for a longer life
ATD Tough Drag System – Employs an advanced drag grease that exhibits low viscosity at rest yet becomes more viscous immediately after drag start-up.
LC ABS SW Spool – Designed for use with heavy braids, the LC ABS SW spool greatly enhances power and rigidity. The spool’s upper section is optimized with a two-step taper toward the spool ring, minimizing friction for smoother line release.
Bearings – 2MBB, 4CRBB, 8BB, 1RB
Gear Ratio – 8000-P (4.8:1), 8000-H (5.6:1), 10000-H (5.6:1), 14000-P (4.8:1), 14000-XH (6.2:1), 18000-H (5.5:1), 20000-P (4.4:1), 20000-H (5.5:1), 25000-P (4.4:1)
Line Retrieve Per Crank – 8000-P (37″), 8000-H (43.4″), 10000-H (46.1″), 14000-P (40.5″), 14000-XH (52.6″), 18000-H (51″), 20000-P (43.9″), 20000-H (54.4″), 25000-P (47.8″)
Weight – 8000-P (23.6oz), 8000-H (24oz), 10000-H (24.2oz), 14000-P (24.3oz), 14000-XH (24.3oz), 18000-H (32.5oz), 20000-P (32.8oz), 20000-H (32.8oz), 25000-P (33.3oz)
Braid Line Capacity – 8000-P (40-lb/330 yds), 8000-H (40-lb/330 yds), 10000-H (50-lb/330 yds), 14000-P (65-lb/330 yds), 14000-XH (65-lb/330 yds), 18000-H (65-lb/440 yds), 20000-P (80-lb/440 yds), 20000-H (80-lb/440 yds), 25000-P (100-lb/390 yds)
Max Drag – 8000-P (55.1 lb), 8000-H (55.1 lb), 10000-H (55.1 lb), 14000-P (55.1 lb), 14000-XH (55.1 lb), 18000-H (66.1 lb), 20000-P (66.1 lb), 20000-H (66.1 lb), 25000-P (66.1 lb)
MSRP – $1099.99 (8000 – 14000), $1199.99 (18000 – 25000)
Availability – Now

Special thanks to the Daiwa staff here at ICAST 2025, and stick around for more ICAST coverage of all things new in fishing on AllOutdoor. Also, let us know your thoughts on the new products below. We appreciate your feedback.

Eugene L.

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