Released in 2009 the Shimano Cardiff spinning reel is Shimanos dedicated entry into the trout fishing market. The lighter 1000 Area models were offered in a high and low speed to suit anglers needs. The 1000 models are also equipped with a specially tuned "Cardiff Area Drag" for fighting trout with extremely light line and reel stands. All models feature an un-coated cork knob for a tactile feel.
2009-2011 Features
The Cardiff / Cardiff Area features Shimano's Super Mg, CI4, AR-C Spool, CF Gear, S A-RB, One-Piece Bail, Easy Maintenance, X Aero Wrap, Saltwater Safe, and the handle knob is replaceable.
MSRP Order
2009-2011
| Reel Name | Gear Ratio | Weight | Bearing Count | Maximum Drag | Line Retrieve per Turn (IPT) | Line Capacity Fluoro (lb-m) PE (No.-m) |
Handle Length | MSRP |
| C2000HGS | 6.0:1 | 6.3oz | 9+1 | 6.6 Pounds | 31.1 Inches | 3lb-110m / 4lb-85m / 5lb-65m 0.6-150 / 0.8-110 / 1-80 |
mm | 45,000¥ |
| C3000HG | 6.0:1 | 7.8oz | 9+1 | 22.0 Pounds | 34.6 Inches | 10lb-160m / 12lb-130m / 16lb-100m 1-400 / 1.5-270 / 2-180 |
mm | 47,000¥ |
| AREA 1000S | 5.0:1 | 6.2oz | 9+1 | 6.6 Pounds | 24.8 Inches | 2lb-170m / 3lb-95m / 4lb-75m 0.6-140 / 0.8-100 / 1-70 |
mm | 45,000¥ |
| AREA 1000PGS | 4.3:1 | 6.2oz | 9+1 | 6.6 Pounds | 21.3 Inches | 2lb-170m / 3lb-95m / 4lb-75m 0.6-140 / 0.8-100 / 1-70 |
mm | 45,000¥ |
