Shimano's 2026 reel lineup is packed with highlights — dramatic evolutions in DC brakes and spools for baitcasting reels, the generous incorporation of high-end technologies into entry-class spinning reels, and the ultimate intuitive operation for electric reels.
Baitcasting Reels
26 Calcutta Conquest DC
The flagship model hailed as the "greatest all-rounder in Conquest history." By combining the latest Magnum Light Spool IV and the I-DC5 brake system — capable of 15 levels of precise adjustment — its long-casting performance, low-trajectory casting, and trouble-free capabilities have evolved even further.
26 Calcutta Conquest BFS Limited (Limited Production)
A limited edition of the model that masters the pinnacle of bait finesse. It comes standard with a specially colored metal body and the Yumeya (夢屋) Aluminum Sensitive Knob, balancing high performance with a premium texture that satisfies the desire of ownership.
26 Scorpion DC MD
The new standard for freestyle fishing games. It is equipped with a large-capacity Magnum Light Spool IV and the I-DC5 brake system, featuring the same spool size as the Antares DC MD to handle tough fields and big baits.
26 Ocea Conquest FT
A model specialized for finesse in Tai Rubber (鯛ラバ) games. By intentionally eliminating the level wind interlocking mechanism and thoroughly reducing spool inertia, the "bottom sensing performance" — the ability to intuitively capture the exact moment the lure touches the bottom — has been enhanced to the absolute limit.
26 Grappler
A low-profile model designed for inshore jigging. The handle has been lengthened from the previous 70mm to 75mm, enabling more powerful and stable winding.
