Shimano Vanford FA Spinning Reel

The Shimano Vanford Spinning Reel is a game-changer in finesse fishing, pushing the boundaries of lightweight technology, sensitivity, and precision engineering. A part of Shimano’s acclaimed Magnumlite Series, the Vanford delivers a level of performance and finesse that you can truly feel, setting a new standard in spinning reels.

The Vanford’s second-generation Magnumlite Rotor is designed to offer incredible sensitivity and responsiveness. The rotor requires almost no inertia to start moving, providing an ultra-light and smooth retrieve. Whether you’re casting lightweight lures or performing delicate retrieves, the Vanford delivers precise control, making it ideal for finesse fishing techniques.

Both the rotor and body of the Vanford are engineered from Shimano’s exclusive Ci4+ composite material, which is not only ultra-light but also exceptionally strong. This ensures that the reel feels effortless in your hand, allowing you to fish for longer periods without fatigue, while still providing the toughness needed to handle challenging conditions.

Internally, the Vanford is powered by HAGANE Gear and MicroModule II, two technologies that work in tandem to deliver seamless gear meshing and enhanced durability. This results in an incredibly smooth yet powerful reel, capable of handling big fish with ease while maintaining the refined feel required for finesse techniques.

InfinityDrive increases winding power, providing a powerful retrieve even under heavy loads, whilst InfinityXross further enhances durability and rigidity. This means the Vanford performs flawlessly even when targeting larger, stronger fish, giving you confidence in every cast and retrieve.

Shimano’s SilentDrive technology minimises any movement within the reel's internal structure, delivering a smooth, quiet, and more refined performance. This enhances the overall fishing experience, ensuring that your reel operates with near silence even during the most delicate manoeuvres.

The Duracross Drag System on the Vanford offers an exceptional level of control when battling hard-fighting fish. It provides smooth and consistent pressure, allowing you to play fish with precision and confidence, even in the most challenging scenarios.

Shimano has integrated an Anti-Twist Fin into the Vanford's design to control line pressure as it goes through the line roller onto the spool. This ensures trouble-free line management, especially beneficial when fishing with lightweight lures or using braided lines, reducing the risk of line tangles and twists.

The Shimano Vanford FA Spinning Reel is available in a range of models for you to choose from in our drop down menu and they come in an aesthetically pleasing black and red colouration.

Key features:
Hagane Material
Hagane Gearing
Micromdule II Gears
X-Ship Technology
Infinity Xross
Infinitydrive
Duracross
Silentdrive
MGL Rotor
Anti Twist Fin
X Protect
G Free Body
AR-C Spool
Long Stroke Spool
CI4+ Material
SA-RB Bearings
One-Piece Bail

Reel Model	Reel Size	Weight	Gear Ratio	Line Capacity/Nylon Mono	Line Retrieve Crank
VF500A	500	135g	5.6:1	0.2mm-110m	69cm
VFC2000SA	C2000S	150g	5.0:1	0.14mm-145m; 0.16mm-105m; 0.18mm-80m	69cm
VF2500A	2500	175g	5.1:1	0.25mm-160m	75cm
VFC3000A	C3000	180g	5.1:1	0.25mm-210m; 0.30mm-130m; 0.35mm-100m	75cm
VF4000A	4000	210g	5.3:1	0.30mm-180m; 0.35mm-130m	87cm
VFC5000XGA	C5000XG	215g	6.2:1	0.35mm-175m; 0.40mm-120m	101cm