Code: 4969363142948

Brand: Shimano (SHIMANO)

Model: XU-A18Y

Product color: 001 Mackerel

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Color: 001 Mackerel
Type: Floating
Total length (mm): 180
Main body weight (g): 114
Hook without ring (recommended hook: #3/0, recommended ring: #8)
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Brand Shimano (SHIMANO)
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Point style: Needle point
Manufacturer Shimano (SHIMANO) About this product
Color: 001 Mackerel
Type: Floating
Total length (mm): 180
Main body weight (g): 114
Hook without ring (recommended hook: #3/0, recommended ring: #8)
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Shipping size: Height 27.7, Width 7.6, Depth 4.3

Shipping weight: 160

A mood maker on the boat.

In homage to existing freshwater plugs, the Screw Drive has been elevated to a SW big game compatible plug head. After numerous tests targeting big game species such as yellowfin tuna, GT, and marlin, what was sought was an overwhelming appeal of "sound and bubbles" that had yet to be seen. The powerful sound that cannot be produced by poppers or even pencils is transmitted further and deeper, while the "bubbles" created by the rotation of the prop leave a presence and trail of the lure, mimicking fleeing baitfish. Through two years of field testing, we achieved a body strength with a through-wire, stable flight distance, stable action, and the rotation performance of the prop fin, which is our strongest weapon. The unique "screw bubble sound" of the Screw Drive draws big targets in the sea to the surface.

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A mood maker on the boat.

In homage to existing freshwater plugs, the Screw Drive has been elevated to a SW big game compatible plug head. After numerous tests targeting big game species such as yellowfin tuna, GT, and marlin, what was sought was an overwhelming appeal of "sound and bubbles" that had yet to be seen. The powerful sound that cannot be produced by poppers or even pencils is transmitted further and deeper, while the "bubbles" created by the rotation of the prop leave a presence and trail of the lure, mimicking fleeing baitfish. Through two years of field testing, we achieved a body strength with a through-wire, stable flight distance, stable action, and the rotation performance of the prop fin, which is our strongest weapon. The unique "screw bubble sound" of the Screw Drive draws big targets in the sea to the surface.

A new option for SW big game.

Are diving pencils and poppers the only effective topwater lures for SW big game? Can these lures overcome all situations? These questions prompted the development of the Screw Drive 180F / 180F FLAS HBOOST. The goal was to create a third appeal performance that cannot be achieved by diving pencils or poppers. The concept for the Screw Drive 180F / 180F FLAS HBOOST was inspired by prop baits designed for targeting large freshwater species like muskies and pikes. By rotating the prop, it generates water flow and sound that can attract fish from a wide area, thoroughly built into a SW-specific design. The Screw Drive 180F / 180F FLAS HBOOST has been elevated to a SW big game dedicated lure.

Swims even in rough conditions, with high appeal due to prop rotation.

The Screw Drive 180F / 180F FLAS HBOOST is a lure with the basic concept that the prop attached to the rear of the body grabs water and rotates to generate bubbles and sound. It maintains a steady "poko-poko" sound and action when retrieved. It can also perform a popping action with a "gobbo" sound during short jerks. Additionally, because the weight is located at the rear of the body and the prop is always submerged, it is less prone to misaction even in rough water. Even in sea conditions where poppers or diving pencils might roll on the surface, it persistently remains on the surface and continues its action. In situations where big fish are expected but lure operation is difficult, the Screw Drive 180F / 180F FLAS HBOOST offers a chance for bites.

Uses two types of normal large prop fins for versatile actions.

The prop fins included are two types of normal large size, which can be easily exchanged. The standard is the normal size, suitable for high-speed actions. For effective high-speed winding, non-stop jerks, or fast-paced long jerks, the normal fin is recommended. The large size can produce even greater appeal than the normal size. It is effective for slow retrieves, slow-paced short jerks, or when aiming for broad, intense attraction such as with tuna or GT, especially when a popping action with limited movement is desired.

Achieves high-level performance in both distance and strength, essential for SW big game.

The body is divided into two parts, with a structure where a wire runs through and a prop is attached to the rotating part. The Screw Drive 180F / 180F FLAS HBOOST clears two major elements required for SW big game: distance and strength, at a high level. Initially, during casting, resistance from the prop caused deceleration and wobbling of the lure. However, through thorough testing of body shape and weight balance, we achieved a distance that does not cause stress to the angler, comparable to diving pencils. The wire passing through the prop part also ensures strength, meeting Shimano's proprietary strength standards for offshore casting.