Fish with the baitcaster Kevin Vandam favors for tournament work. The Quantum KVD Smoke S3 Baitcast Reel presents a host of Performance Tuned features for the serious bass chaser. It’s built with Quantum’s PT Low-Profile Design, with a structurally advanced aluminum X-Frame that’s super-light, yet super-strong, with a tethered Gull Wing side cover and full Saltguard Protection. In addition, the KVD Smoke S3 is equipped with an oversized 35.5 mm micro-tuned spool to enhance long-casting, with retrieve ratios up to 8.1:1; it also features micro-adjustable ACS 4.0 cast control for precision external fine tuning. Zero Friction internals include computer-designed PT Gears with bearing-supported pinion gear for near-effortless retrieves. 8+1 system with 2 PT Speed Bearings, PT Bearings and a stainless steel Continuous Anti-Reverse clutch bearing. High-efficiency CSC ceramic carbon drag provides up to 25 lbs. of lockdown-ready drag power. PT Thumbar; 95 mm PT Power Handle with oversized soft-touch EVA knobs; low-friction Hot Sauce lubrication.
Item Weight:7.8 Ounces
Date First Available:December 17, 2019
Manufacturer:Quantum
ASIN:B082VK5K3K
Bearings: 8+1
Gear Ratio: 7.3:1
Mono Capacity: 170/12
Braid Capacity: 210/30
Max Drag (lbs): 25