Shimano's newPower Aero XSC surf casting reel certainly lives up to its name. Packed with advanced technology and engineered to perfection in Japan, this reel oozes quality design and workmanship. With the latest technology includingInfinity Drive and a stylish two-tone finish, thePower Aero XSC is visually stunning and performs unmatched. The Power Aero XSC is a serious angler reel and if you like it, you're not alone. Since its launch it has amassed a huge following and is trusted by many thousands of anglers across Europe. Fantastic, it is equipped with the best technology and designed to perfection. In fact, there are some anglers who actually prefer this model to the very high-end Aero Technium Mgs. In use you will instantly recognize Shimano's smoothness and when subjected to extreme pressure, in a fish game situation, you will be amazed at how the latestInfinity Drive technology works in harmony withHAGANE Gearing andX-SHIP to produce an extraordinary sensation of lightness winding power. Packed with technical features such asHAGANE Gear, AluminumHAGANE Body,X-SHIP, plusInfinity Drive andSilent Drive refinements, it also benefits from X-Protect and is engineered to meet the highest standards. The addition ofParallel Body technology increases casting distance and accuracy by eliminating line slap during the cast. This is further complemented by the superb line-lay of theSuper Slow 5 oscillation, combined with theAR-C spool design andRigid Cast technology. Featuring advanced, near-instant high-speed drag, you can instantly switch between freespool and combat mode only with a very small turn of the drag knob or lock the spool when initiating a long cast. Supplied with two spools and a set of line reducers, the stunning Power Aero does it all superbly well, with minimal fuss.