Shimano Sustain FG – Back in Black

Ok so Shimano went back to white for the new Stradic FJ series and saved bad black for the Sustain FG. In the process, they updated the reel with some top new features.

• X-Ship, allowing closer and smother gear meshing and a ball-bearing at the end of the pinion gear,  something we first saw in the 2010 Stella
• Mangunmlite Ci4 rotor for the 1000-4000 sizes
• Reel stand to prevent scratches, and maybe hang a hook off it.
• A new EVA ball handle.
• Waterproof rapid-fire drag.
• New fully machined handle.
• Saltwater approved.

No idea on the Aus release date, but expect them to ship for the US Summer season priced between $329 and $349US, depending on the model.