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Shimano SLX 70 Casting Reels

Name: Shimano SLX 70 Casting Reels
Brand: Shimano
SKU: 210000227239
Price: 164.99 USD
Availability: InStock

ShimanoSKU: 210000227239

Model: 70HGA

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Shimano SLX 70 Casting Reels

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Overview

A pinnacle of advanced technology and engineering, Shimano SLX 70 A Casting Reels are designed to excel in various fishing situations including finesse presentations and close-quarter power techniques. Featuring the MGL Spool III, Shimano's lightest spool to date, the SLX 70 A ensures quick startup by significantly reducing inertia so you can bomb casts into the wind and catch fish further away from the boat. SilentTune technology minimizes spool vibration and provides anglers with remarkably smooth retrieves, while the SVS Infinity braking empowers users with a spool control interface for on-the-water adjustments and enhanced accuracy.

Crafted with a metal HAGANE Body, this compact reel guarantees strength and rigidity, eliminating flex under heavy load for unparalleled fish-fighting power. The Cross Carbon Drag system offers an extremely powerful and durable drag, ideal for tough battles with big fish. Combining an infusion of industry-leading technology and performance in a compact, ergonomic package, the Shimano SLX 70 A Casting Reels offer serious anglers an extremely versatile reel at an unbeatable price point.

- MGL Spool lll
- HAGANE Body
- SVS Infinity
- SilentTune
- Cross Carbon Drag

Specifications

Model	Retrieve	Gear Ratio	Weight (oz)	Line Cap.	Bearings
SLX70HGA	Right	7.2:1	6.9	10/105, 12/85	4BB + 1RB
SLX70XGA	Right	8.2:1	6.9	10/105, 12/85	4BB + 1RB
SLX71HGA	Left	7.2:1	6.9	10/105, 12/85	4BB + 1RB
SLX71XGA	Left	8.2:1	6.9	10/105, 12/85	4BB + 1RB

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HOW DOES THIS REEL COMPARE?

Compact light-lure 70

This reel

Shimano SLX 70 A 70HGA RIGHT

$164.99

Weight: 195 g / 6.9 oz
Gear ratio / retrieve: 7.2 · 28 in per turn
Spool / braking: 32 × 21 mm; MGL Spool III; SVS Infinity
Manufacturer-listed line capacity: Mono 10 lb / 105 yd; PowerPro 20 lb / 115 yd
Best for: Right-hand light-to-medium bass casting when you need more line than a BFS spool and prefer a measured retrieve.
How it feels: A compact, conventional-capacity 70 with an easy-to-adjust SVS brake and 7.2 pickup; not a shallow BFS spool.
Pick this when: You want a capable compact caster for $164.99 rather than paying for Curado's refinement package.
Tradeoff: Less specialized for genuinely tiny BFS baits than Curado BFS; 4/1 bearings versus Curado MGL's 8/1 is a spec difference, not a complete smoothness verdict.
Why pay more: Curado MGL brings MicroModule gearing and its own MGL/SVS platform for $110 more, without a verified universal casting-distance claim.
Why save the money: For normal light bass lures and a 28-inch pickup, SLX is enough reel and preserves $110 for the rest of the setup.

Compared with

Shimano Curado MGL 70 K 70HG RIGHT

$274.99

Weight: 195 g / 6.9 oz
Gear ratio / retrieve: 7.4 · 29 in per turn
Spool / braking: 32 × 22 mm; MGL spool; SVS Infinity
Manufacturer-listed line capacity: Mono 10 lb / 105 yd; PowerPro 20 lb / 115 yd
Best for: Right-hand light-to-medium bass lures and mixed presentations where 29-inch pickup feels appropriate.
How it feels: A compact MGL/SVS reel with MicroModule gearing and a more measured 7.4 pickup than XG; “refined retrieve” is plausible, not a guarantee over this exact SLX 70 A.
Pick this when: You value Curado's gearing/build package enough to spend $110 over SLX and want HG's retrieve.
Tradeoff: The listed weight is the same 6.9 oz as SLX; it is still a compact 70, not a BFS spool.
Why pay more: MicroModule, 8/1 bearings and Curado design are published differences. A longer cast or universally smoother feel versus this exact SLX is not established.
Why save the money: SLX 70HGA handles the broad compact light-lure job for $164.99 if these refinements do not justify $110.

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JOOTTI TAKE

The honest compact-casting value choice. Buy Curado only if its gearing/build refinements matter to you.

JOOTTI COMPARE

HOW DOES THIS REEL COMPARE?

Compact light-lure 70

This reel

Shimano SLX 70 A 70XGA RIGHT

$164.99

Weight: 195 g / 6.9 oz
Gear ratio / retrieve: 8.2 · 32 in per turn
Spool / braking: 32 × 21 mm; MGL Spool III; SVS Infinity
Manufacturer-listed line capacity: Mono 10 lb / 105 yd; PowerPro 20 lb / 115 yd
Best for: Right-hand compact light-lure casting when slack pickup matters.
How it feels: The compact SLX platform with quicker line recovery, not a different spool class from 70HGA.
Pick this when: You want 32-inch recovery without spending $110 more for Curado MGL.
Tradeoff: A faster handle calls for pace control on steady moving baits; it does not become a true shallow-spool BFS reel.
Why pay more: Curado adds MicroModule/8+1-bearing package; both list 6.9 oz and 32 in/turn, so speed alone is not a reason.
Why save the money: If compact size and quick pickup are the job, the cheaper SLX answers it.

Compared with

Shimano Curado MGL 70 K 70XG RIGHT

$274.99

Weight: 195 g / 6.9 oz
Gear ratio / retrieve: 8.1 · 32 in per turn
Spool / braking: 32 × 22 mm; MGL spool; SVS Infinity
Manufacturer-listed line capacity: Mono 10 lb / 105 yd; PowerPro 20 lb / 115 yd
Best for: Right-hand light-line bass presentations where quick slack recovery matters.
How it feels: The same compact Curado platform with faster 32-inch pickup; ratio choice, not a new spool category.
Pick this when: Fast pickup serves your technique and you want Curado's gearing/build package.
Tradeoff: Steady baits may require more deliberate handle pacing; same 32-inch pickup as $164.99 SLX 70XGA.
Why pay more: Pay the SLX-to-Curado step for its listed gearing/build features, not for extra speed.
Why save the money: SLX 70XGA is the economical 32-inch right-hand option; Curado HG is the same $274.99 if a calmer retrieve fits better.

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JOOTTI TAKE

Start with SLX for fast compact casting on a budget; only pay for Curado's other features if you value them.

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Shimano SLX 70 Casting Reels

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Shimano SLX 70 A 70HGA RIGHT

Shimano Curado MGL 70 K 70HG RIGHT

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Shimano SLX 70 A 70XGA RIGHT

Shimano Curado MGL 70 K 70XG RIGHT

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