2026 SALTIGA LEVER DRAG 80 2-SPEED

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After more than 6 years of design, engineering, and brutal testing Daiwa unveils the most powerful Saltiga Lever Drag ever developed. The new Saltiga LD80-2SPD unleashes near limitless potential in the pursuit of taming the ocean’s meanest gamefish. From monster bluefin and yellowfin tuna to marlin and more, the Saltiga LD80-2SPD is made for the dedicated and daring anglers that seek the most reliable gear to improve their time and performance on the water.

Starting with the frame, the Saltiga LD80-2SPD sports a one-piece frame milled out of solid aluminum. This milled design gives the reel a rock-solid feel externally while the tightly maintained tolerances within keep the internal gears and bearings in perfect position even under heavy pressure.

When it comes to cranking, the oversized stainless-steel pinion and drive gear lend sustained smoothness, durability, and maximized power transfer with each turn of the handle. When the fight gets heated the ATD carbon drag system engages with a maximum of 59.5 lbs of consistent pressure and relieves with an ultra-smooth drag pay-out to prevent pulled hooks. Built for heavy duty with a deep capacity spool anglers, can depend on the 700yd line capacity with 120lb braid to keep world record class fish well wrangled. 

With the inception of the new Saltiga LD80-2SPD, the Saltiga family now is prepared to tackle all of the most sought after gamefish, from mahi and king mackerel and now cow tuna and marlin. Let the new Saltiga LD80-2SPD unlock the final bosses of the sea and BREAK YOUR RECORD.

Saltiga Executive 5 Year Warranty & Service

Daiwa protects your investment with an exceptional plan for our Saltiga reel & rod owners. When purchasing a Saltiga reel you will receive the finest service warranty and experience in the industry. Listed below are the service/warranty incentives exclusive to your Saltiga purchase.

Your Saltiga purchase includes a 5-year Limited Warranty against manufacturing defects on rods and reels and a FREE 5 Year Clean and Service on all current Saltiga reels! 

• Executive Saltiga 5 Year Limited Warranty against manufacturing defects with proof of purchase.
  • Reels being repaired will receive expedited service pending parts availability
  • If the damage is determined to not be warranty eligible (missing parts, accidental damage, misuse, inadequate care, wear and tear) we will contact you with a price estimate before starting any work.
    
    
  • FREE 5 Year Clean and Service for original owner with proof of purchase
    • If the damage is determined to be excessive upon inspection, (missing parts, accidental damage, misuse, inadequate care) we will contact you with a price estimate before starting any work.

The warranty applies only to the original owner of the product, provided it was purchased from an authorized retailer within the American Daiwa market (North and South America) and proof of purchase is provided.

The Executive 5-Year Service Plan, available on select products (Steez, Exist, and Saltiga), is subject to the same requirements: it applies only to the original owner of products purchased from an authorized retailer within the American Daiwa market (North and South America), with proof of purchase required.