Shimano Bantam

Power. Precision. Performance — the attitude behind the latest Bantam reels. Outfitted with Shimano's Infinity Drive to provide exceptional cranking force, the redesigned Bantam is engineered for the power game. Punch through heavy vegetation, flip sizeable jigs, sprint 1-ounce spinnerbaits, or run large crankbaits deep with no hesitation. Built on a one-piece aluminum CoreSolid Body, the Bantam offers a rock-solid feel in hand and the confidence anglers need on hard hooksets while delivering the strength to pull fish from thick cover. Now featuring Shimano's MGL Spool III with reduced startup inertia, the reel casts farther and gives anglers added versatility across a wide variety of baits and presentations. A model already famed for toughness has become even more robust and adaptable — don’t shy away from dense cover, wide weed mats, or stubborn hydrilla; elevate your Power Game with the next-generation Bantam.