ZeeBaaS Model Z-Preme ZX2 Reels
Introducing ZeeBaaS reels from the original creator of the Van Staal reels. Years of experience have come together to offer a new mile stone in the evolution of the spinning reel. Combinations of new innovative and time tested features have been incorporated into this new reel in order to withstand the harsh saltwater environment for a lifetime of hard use, with unmatched features and attributes.
The Reel: Durable, strong, silent and supreme, with scalable features and multi flexibility built into the design, this reel in effect has a wider range of use that any other reel in the market, with
an incredible strength to weight ratio to handle braided line up to 65 lb.
The components: Made from the strongest materials available, aerospace grade billet aluminum, 6AL-4V Titanium, 304/316 marine grade stainless steel.
The Drag: The ZeeBaaS reel uses (2) sealed drag plates in the spool combined with specially developed carbon fiber woven materials, resulting in super sensitive linear performance range putting out up to 35 lb of drag, no drag washers are used.
The finish: The machined aluminum frame, spool, rotor and foot are coated (Z-Coat) with a special military spec. finish altered slightly to our own specification. It is ultra hard and has five times the corrosion resistance of other high end reels in the market.
Designed, manufactured and assembled in the USA, It's the first high caliper reel to offer you:
Features:
n Interchangeability of two different size spools 2.0 Dia. and 2.23 Dia.
n Line roller Manual pickup: Dual or single pick up capability.
n Selectable Manual or Automatic bail system using a selector switch.
n Optional handle arm lengths
n Anti slip rubber grip area on either round or oval crank knob.
n Customizable and Serviceable by dealer or owner using standard tools.
n Mahogany wooden storage case
The reel can be ordered in 6 configurations, but can also be customized by the owner or dealer in more combination as the need changes.
Configuration Model Z-Preme
1. Model ZX2SS Standard 2 inch diameter spool
Large 2.23 inch diameter spool
Mahogany Case
Round crank knob with rubber grip
Standard handle length
Single roller pickup
2. Model ZX2SD Standard 2 inch diameter spool
Large 2.23 inch diameter spool
Mahogany Case
Round crank knob with rubber grip
Standard handle length
Dual roller pickup
All reels come with a storage case.
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Model Desc. |
Stock No. |
2.0 Dia Spool |
2.3 Dia Spool |
Single Roller |
Double Roller |
Cost |
|
|
ZX2SS Manual Pickup |
ZX2SS/B/G |
available |
available |
yes |
no |
$1269.00 |
|
|
ZX2SD Manual Pickup |
ZX2SD/B/G |
available |
available |
no |
yes |
$1299.00 |
|
Specifications:
· Weight : ------------------------------ 16.9 oz
· Gear ratio: --------------------------- 4.75 :1
· Use range- Mono: ---------------- 8lb - 30lb
· Use range - Braid: ---------------- up to 65 lb
· Maximum drag: --------------------- 30 lb
· Line Cap. 2.0 Dia. spool. ------- 350 yard 10 lb
· Line Cap. 2.25 Dia. spool. ------ 400 yards 12 lb
· Line retrieve 2.0 Dia. spool. --- 29 inches
· Line retrieve 2.25 Dia. spool. - 32 inches
· Gear case / drag ------------------- Waterproof
· Outsize finish. ---------------------- ZCoat
Attributes
n 100 % Made in Connecticut USA.
n Incredible strength to weight ratio,( can handle 65 lb braided line)
n Special military coating (ZCoat) on all exterior surfaces, developed specially for ZeeBaaS.
n This coating is extremely hard and last up to 5X the salt spray test from regular coatings used for high end reels. The color will never fade or change since it is part of the natural process.
n Air jet cushion spool lip design, aids in casting distance.
n Multi coated titanium line rollers designed for braids.
n Oversize one way clutch on the rotor and main gear. (2 clutches)
n Every component machined from solid bar stock.
n Completely water proof dual plate drag system.
n 12 stainless steel ball bearings plus 2 clutches.
n All ball bearings, clutches seals and O-ring are standard items.
n Surf friendly by washout holes in rotor and spool.
n Solid titanium spool ring mirror polished.
n Large line capacity spools.
n One piece machined main gear, integral with the shaft.
n Lapped spiral bevel power gears, Similar gear design powers the tail rotor on a black hawk helicopter.
n Hardened Stainless Pinion mounted directly through the main bearing onto the hardened stainless rotor spindle
n 316 stainless rotor spindle hardened to 70 Rc
n Oversize titanium main shaft Ti Coated to 90 Rc and mirror polished.
n Unique open frame selectable bail system, precision balanced.
n Low pressure turning Drag knob is integrated with the spool.
n Hook keeper mounted to the foot, also (selector switch for bail).
n Comfortable rubber anti slip grip area on the crank handle.
n Sealed crank handle
n Sealed dual line rollers with specially designed by ZeeBaas rubber seals.
n Positive detent clickers on low pressure drag adjustment.
n Each reel has it own serial number, deeply engraved by machine, and comes in a beautiful Mahogany wood case plus all tools required for service.
n Optional hand engraving is available and will be quoted on request.
Life time warranty on all components and exterior finish, except drag washers, seals & Bearings. (Please read the full life time warranty as it becomes available)
