Start fishing the smart way.
The Shimano Baitrunner ST 4000 FB is the perfect introduction to baitrunner-style fishing. Designed for beginners and young anglers, it delivers simple, reliable performance with the added advantage of a freespool system — letting fish run naturally before you strike.
Ideal for freshwater, estuary, and light saltwater fishing, this reel makes it easy to target species like trout, snapper, flathead, and more.
Easy to use. Easy to catch fish.
🔹 Key Features
- Baitrunner (Free Spool) System – let fish run before engaging drag
- AR-C Spool – longer casts, fewer tangles
- Varispeed Oscillation – smooth line lay
- Super Stopper II – instant anti-reverse hook sets
- Dyna-Balance – smooth retrieve with no wobble
- Oversized Power Roller – reduces line twist
- XT-7 body and spool – lightweight and durable
- Long-life bail spring
🔹 Why This Reel
- Perfect beginner baitrunner reel
- Simple and forgiving to use
- Great value for money
- Trusted Shimano reliability
📏 Specifications
- Gear Ratio: 5.1:1
- Bearings: 1 + 1
- Weight: 350g
- Retrieve: 75cm per crank
- Max Drag: 6kg
🎣 Line Capacity
- Mono: 4kg / 219m
- Braid: 15lb / 270yd
🔹 Ideal For
- Beginners
- Kids and new anglers
- Trout
- Snapper (light setups)
- Estuary and bay fishing
🔹 Where It Fits
- Baitrunner ST → entry level
- Baitrunner OC → mid-range
- Thunnus CI4 → premium
👉 This is your starting point for baitrunner fishing
