The newShimano Ultegra XSE 3500 Competition surf casting reel is based on Shimano's best-selling models and is set to redefine the mid-range Big Pit reel market. Containing many of Shimano's leading 'long cast' technologies, in an elegant monochromatic silver body. Only Shimano has super slow oscillation, reason enough to buy a newUltegra XSE 3500 Competition reel. But the reel packs an impressive array of the best technologies. Not only will this reel allow you to cast farther, but it is extremely powerful, it will last longer. Hidden within Ultegra's light and stiff body is a selection of Shimano's most advanced technology.HAGANE Gear and X-SHIP combine withSilent Drive to deliver amazing smoothness and light rotation. However, don't be fooled. There are other contributing features as well.Rigid Cast reduces spool deflection upon release during a cast andParallel Body sends the line at the perfect angle towards the first ring. And as the line slides over the lip of the aluminumAR-C spool, the achievable casting distances will leave you speechless.