Shimano Ultegra XTD Spod Reel Reels

The Shimano Ultegra XTD SPOD is a new big pit reel, specially designed for spodding / marker float fishing for carp. It’s based on the successful Shimano Ultegra XTD 14000 carp reel and has similar features, except it has been adjusted to be perfect for spodding.

These are the differences between normal Shimano Ultegra XTD and Shimano Ultegra SPOD XTD.

– Shallow spool: for spodding less line capacity is needed.
– Gear ratio: 5,2:1 instead of 4.3:1 : means more retrieving speed.
– Retrieve speed: 124 cm instead of 103 cm per winch.
– Line clips: 3 instead of 1.
– Handle knob: Egg type instead of T-type for more grip.
– Spare spool: 0