SHIMANO SUSTAIN 5000XG
- NAFA
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Strength, Style and Precision in Perfect Harmony
Shimano’s new Sustain 5000XG is the largest in an appealing new range that begins with the diminutive Sustain 2500. The 5000XG sets a benchmark for what a modern, high-performance threadline reel should be: smooth, powerful, lightweight and ready for anything.
This latest incarnation of the long-respected Sustain name delivers a stunning balance of finesse and strength that will delight serious anglers who demand reliability and refined performance across all fishing environments.
Built upon Shimano’s Hagane Body and Hagane Gear technologies, the Sustain 5000XG offers rock-solid rigidity and cranking power in a sleek, lightweight frame. The cold-forged Hagane Gear ensures long-term durability and buttery-smooth operation, even under extreme pressure, while the rigid metal body eliminates flex when battling heavy fish. From the first turn of the handle, it’s clear that the Sustain is designed for seamless power transfer and absolute confidence.
The 5000XG features Shimano’s MicroModule II gearing for precision meshing between gear teeth, delivering whisper-quiet, fluid retrieves that feel effortless, even when hauling deep-diving lures or heavy jig weights. Combined with X-Ship technology, anglers experience maximum gear efficiency and support under load — perfect for chasing powerful species like barra, snapper, or tuna.
On the water, the Sustain 5000XG excels in versatility. Its high-speed 6.2:1 gear ratio and generous line capacity make it equally at home flicking lures in the estuary or working metal slugs offshore. The Cross Carbon Drag system delivers a silky-smooth, consistent drag performance right through the fight, giving anglers the confidence to push hard without compromise.
Protection and longevity are also central to the Sustain’s design. Shimano’s X-Protect and X-Shield systems provide advanced water resistance without adding friction or weight, ensuring the reel stands up to salt spray, sand and the rigours of regular use. Lightweight CI4+ construction further enhances the balance and handling, reducing fatigue during long casting sessions.
It feels every bit as premium as it looks, with the build quality and attention to detail that define Shimano’s top-tier reels.
Visually, the Sustain 5000XG is a stunner: understated black and silver tones with subtle gold highlights that exude class and performance. It feels every bit as premium as it looks, with the build quality and attention to detail that define Shimano’s top-tier reels.
In short, the new Shimano Sustain 5000XG is everything a serious angler could want in a high-performance threadline: power, precision and durability, wrapped in unmistakable Shimano style. It’s a reel that feels equally at home in the hands of a dedicated lure caster or a coastal sport fisher chasing their next big moment. Simply put, it’s built to perform, built to last, and built to impress.
Specifications | |
Bearings | 8 + 1 ball bearings |
Gear ratio | 6.2 :1 |
Max drag | 11 kg |
Retrieve per crank | 101 cm for 5000 size compact version |
Braid line capacity | 15kg/200m |