{"product_id":"shimano-vanquish-fa-competitio-edition","title":"Vanquish FA Competition Edition","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Competition Edition of the Vanquish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eShimano Vanquish FA Competition Edition\u003c\/em\u003e is the flagship of the \u003cem\u003eMagnumlite series\u003c\/em\u003e, built for \u003cstrong\u003ethe highest precision, the lightest possible handling and maximum control\u003c\/strong\u003e. These fixed spool reels are designed specifically for refined, technical lure fishing with thin braid - ideal for any angler who favours \u003cstrong\u003efinesse techniques or ultralight lures\u003c\/strong\u003e. When precision is everything and your target species are \u003cstrong\u003eperch, trout, chub or zander\u003c\/strong\u003e, these reels deliver on every level. Every detail is engineered to \u003cstrong\u003emaximise sensitivity and efficiency\u003c\/strong\u003e, and you feel it the moment you start fishing. The \u003cstrong\u003eultralight design, instant response and seamless power transfer\u003c\/strong\u003e make this the defining tool for finesse performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOptimised for Exceptionally Smooth Cranking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDevelopment of the \u003cem\u003eShimano Vanquish FA Competition Edition\u003c\/em\u003e centred on rotational sensitivity, with the goal of achieving \u003cstrong\u003eexceptionally smooth cranking with outstanding feel and feedback\u003c\/strong\u003e. To get there, the already \u003cstrong\u003every low rotational resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e of the \u003cem\u003e23 Vanquish\u003c\/em\u003e was reduced further. The sealing elements on the handle shaft were removed, and on certain bearings grease was replaced with oil. 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