Daiwa 22 Exist Spin Reel

The future of Daiwa Spinning Reels is here. This new chapter starts with 22 EXIST. Featuring AIRDRIVE DESIGN - By reducing the weight of rotor, spool & bail assembly, a lighter rotation is achieved. The effortless rotation allows the angler to feel the true joy of trouble free function.

Control the reel the way you like.
AIRDRIVE | Rotation like you have never felt before.

The future of Daiwa Spinning Reels is AIRDRIVE DESIGN. By reducing the weight of rotor, spool & bail assembly, a lighter rotation is achieved.
The effortless rotation allows the angler to feel the true joy of trouble free function.
This new chapter starts with 22 EXIST.

Reel for the future.
Created to lead the way, the centre of attention amongst DAIWA. To create and change the future of the fishing scene. AIRDRIVE DESIGN was created to be the pinnacle, the one which all will follow.

To begin the creation of AIRDRIVE DESIGN, first DAIWA separated the spinning reel to two key components. The first was the ‘rear unit’ which consists of the body & key internal components like the drive gear. By introducing MQ technology along with the tough digigear which is now becoming standard of DAIWA’s spinning reel, it has given the rear unit high strength and durability.

Following the development of the rear unit, DAIWA set out to redevelop the key components that make up what is called the ‘front unit’. By redeveloping the rotor, spool & bail assembly DAIWA has managed to reduce the weight of front unit in 2022. Years in the making, AIRDRIVE DESIGN is the result of this new thinking. DAIWA has developed an innovative masterpiece allowing anglers to be in total control. Reduced weight, smooth rotation and high response allows the reel to spin freely. All of those combined elements come together to create AIRDRIVE DESIGN.

AIRDRIVE DESIGN can be broken into 4 key technologies.

The new AIRDRIVE ROTOR and the newly developed AIRDRIVE BAIL both combine to reduce weight at the top end of the reel. Reduced weight creates effortless and smooth rotation, with fast start up and low inertia. Unnecessary weight and thickness has been shaved off to innovate the new AIRDRIVE SPOOL, which perfectly matches the AIRDRIVE ROTOR & AIRDRIVE BAIL to complete the redesigned front unit.

Unlike the traditional internal reel structure, DAIWA has developed a low contact structure between the mainshaft and pinion gear called AIRDRIVE SHAFT. By adopting this method, friction is reduced and smoothness has improved. By combining these new technologies together allows the reel to be extremely lightweight and allows the angler to experience the low-inertia flowing rotation with greater control of the line and rod action.

 

Features

AIRDRIVE ROTOR
Low inertia is the key.

The newly developed AIRDRIVE ROTOR is made from ZAION. Maintaining the strength of the rotor from 18 EXIST, DAIWA has been able to reduce the weight significantly. Designed with focus to create a perfectly round structure, trouble free and flawless rotation have been achieved.

The rotor unit itself has seen a 16% weight reduction compared to the previous model (Based on 2500 size reel) and will set the standard for what future rotor design of small spinning reels will be.

AIRDRIVE BAIL
Trouble free future.

DAIWA has constructed a bail smaller in diameter whilst providing required strength to achieve a further weight reduction to the front unit. In comparison to 18 EXIST, AIRDRIVE BAIL reduces the weight of the bail by 33% (compared to 2500 size).

DAIWA has adjusted the angle of bail setting to improve the line movement into the roller. Careful attention was given to the roller and slider and individual design alterations were done for each size of 22 EXIST, perfectly adjusting the line management for each size of the reel.

AIRDRIVE SPOOL
Design reflects the future.

The stand out features of the AIRDRIVE SPOOL would have to be the newly shaped spool skirt and the simple single silver coloured cosmetic. Just by looking at the spool it is clear the structure has been redeveloped, reducing the weight and maximising the feeling of presence.

Reducing the spool weight creates many benefits for a reel; the total weight of reel is reduced, oscillation is improved, less resistance during winding and rotation, better balance when attached to the rod and of course the reel feels light and easy to fish.

AIRDRIVE SHAFT
Friction free rotation.

AIRDRIVE SHAFT has a non contact structure between the mainshaft and the pinion gear. In addition to this, both ends of pinion gear are now supported with bearings to relay the crank power from the handle to the rotor with a higher level of efficiency. By adding high quality collars to the mainshaft, rotational noise has been reduced significantly.

AIRDRIVE SHAFT creates the feel of smooth, quiet rotation and provides anglers with torque and power.

 

Specifications

 

MODEL	BALL BEARING	DRAG PRESSURE	GEAR	SPOOL CAPACITY	WEIGHT
22 EXIST LT2000S-P	12/1	5kg	4.9	PE 0.4-200m	155g
22 EXIST LT2500S	12/1	5kg	5.1	PE 0.6-200m	160g
22 EXIST LT2500S-DH	12/1	5kg	5.1	PE 0.6-200m	170g
22 EXIST LT2000D-P (G)	12/1	5kg	4.9	PE 0.8-300m	155g
22 EXIST LT2500 (G)	12/1	5kg	5.1	PE 0.8-200m	165g
22 EXIST LT2500-XH (G)	12/1	5kg	6.2	PE 0.8-200m	165g
22 EXIST PC LT2500D (G)	12/1	10kg	5.2	PE 1.2-300m	175g
22 EXIST LT3000D (G)	12/1	10kg	5.2	PE 1.5-300m	180g
22 EXIST LT4000D (G)	12/1	10kg	5.2	PE 2.0-300m	205g
22 EXIST LT4000-XH (G)	12/1	10kg	6.2	PE 1.5-200m	205g
22 EXIST LT5000D-C (G)	12/1	10kg	5.2	PE 2.5-300m	210g
22 EXIST LT5000D-CXH (G)	12/1	10kg	6.2	PE 2.5-300m	210g
22 EXIST SF 1000S-P	11+1 (11CRBB)	3kg	4.6:1 (57cm)	PE 0.3/200m	135g
22 EXIST SF 2000SS-P	11+1 (11CRBB)	3kg	4.6:1 (60cm)	PE 0.3/200m	135g
22 EXIST SF 2500SS	11+1 (11CRBB)	3kg	5.0:1 (70cm)	PE 0.4/200m	140g

 

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• Product/s must be unused
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Returns Process

• Contact us to open a Return Authorisation
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• Please ensure sufficient packaging and protection inside the box to prevent transit damage
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• Outside the returns window,
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will not be processed, and will be shipped back to the buyer at their cost.

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• Prior to opening, please take photos immediately of the damaged box
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We will replace items that are damaged in transit by the carrier, or incorrectly shipped due to fulfilment errors on our side. Please contact us and we will arrange the return and replacement.

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It is the policy of Fishing Station that all warranty and faulty item claims come back to our shop first for inspection by our staff. Should the item need to be sent back to the manufacturer, the buyer will be notified and kept up to date with its repair progress.

Intentional misuse of an item by not following instructions and usage guidelines, such as (but not limited to):

• Submersing a reel
• Breaking a rod by exceeding its strain capacity

Will not be covered by our warranty and fault protocol, and the item will be returned to the buyer at the buyer’s cost.

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