The NEXAVE FJ is Shimano's 2026 entry-level spinning reel, built for anglers who want genuine Shimano engineering without stepping up to the higher-end range. Shimano positions it as bringing performance closer to their premium models while staying at an accessible price point. It's straightforward to fish with, with smooth rotation for reading bites and enough rigidity for powerful retrieves — suited to light shore jigging and light shore casting.
👉 5.8:1 gear ratio — 98cm of line retrieve per crank for quick pickup on jigs and lures 👉 Up to 11kg max drag — solid stopping power for light shore jigging 👉 305g body — G Free Body design shifts balance toward the hand to reduce fatigue 👉 AR-C spool — smoother line release on the cast, reduces line trouble across mono, fluoro, and PE 👉 Anti-Twist Fin — keeps line tension even on the retrieve, reduces slack and backlash 👉 Silent Drive internals — reduced rattle for a smoother, quieter retrieve 👉 3 ball bearings + 1 roller bearing
Specs → Model: NEXAVE FJ C5000HG → Gear ratio: 5.8:1 → Max drag: 11kg → Weight: 305g → Line retrieve per crank: 98cm → Spool ring / stroke dia: 54mm / 17mm → Bearings: 3+1 → PE line capacity: 1.5#-400m, 2#-300m, 3#-200m → Fluoro line capacity: 4#-170m, 5#-135m, 6#-115m → Nylon line capacity: 4#-190m, 5#-150m, 6#-125m
