{"product_id":"maxel-sl16d-2-speed-jigging-reel","title":"Maxel SL16D 2-Speed Jigging Reel Lever Drag Saltwater Reel","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaxel SL16D 2-Speed Jigging Reel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a premium overhead saltwater reel engineered for serious offshore jigging, deep-water fishing, and big game applications. Designed for anglers targeting powerful species such as kingfish, hapuku, bass, tuna, amberjack, and other hard-fighting pelagic fish, the SL16D combines exceptional cranking power with lightweight precision engineering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMachined from a single piece of tempered marine-grade aluminium, the SL16D delivers outstanding rigidity and strength while remaining lightweight enough for all-day jigging. The reel features Maxel's smooth dual carbon drag system, precision-cut stainless steel gears, and an instant two-speed gearbox that allows anglers to switch between high-speed lure retrieval and powerful low-speed cranking with the push of a button.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe high-speed ratio is ideal for working mechanical jigs quickly through the water column, while the low-speed gear provides maximum torque when fighting large fish deep below the boat. Eight oversized shielded stainless steel bearings ensure exceptionally smooth operation, while the heavy-duty anodised finish provides outstanding corrosion resistance in harsh saltwater environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for demanding offshore conditions, the Maxel SL16D is equally at home targeting New Zealand kingfish over reefs, deep-water hapuku, tuna offshore, or heavy mechanical jigging around pinnacles and seamounts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Maxel SL16D 2-Speed Jigging Reel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision machined one-piece aluminium frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDual-speed gear system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth carbon fibre drag system\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision stainless steel gears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOversized shielded stainless steel bearings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty anodised corrosion-resistant finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eErgonomic power handle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh-strength forged aluminium spool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent line capacity for braided lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for offshore saltwater fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium big game jigging performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SL16D features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8 stainless steel ball bearings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5:1 and 2.2:1 gear ratios\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaximum drag of approximately 25kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making it suitable for demanding jigging applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Buy the Maxel SL16D from Barton Marine NZ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarton Marine NZ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, we supply premium fishing equipment trusted by New Zealand anglers. The Maxel SL16D delivers exceptional strength, smooth drag performance, and the versatility of a two-speed transmission for tackling some of New Zealand's toughest saltwater species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanical jigging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep-water jigging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKingfish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHapuku\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmberjack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffshore fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharter boats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy saltwater fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaxel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSL16D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct 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Aluminium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForged Aluminium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGears\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat-Treated Stainless Steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-Duty Anodised\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFishing Application\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffshore Jigging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSaltwater Suitable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe SL16D offers approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePE8 \/ 550m braid capacity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e depending on line brand and diameter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Maxel SL16D is commonly used for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMechanical jigging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVertical jigging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffshore kingfish fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHapuku fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBass fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTuna fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep reef fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy braid fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCharter boat fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBig game saltwater fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerformance Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Maxel SL16D provides:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstant high\/low gear 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