Daiwa 26 Freams LT Spin Reel

Built for Aussie anglers chasing smooth power and long-term reliability across estuaries, rivers, and light offshore grounds.

The Daiwa 26 Freams LT is a refined all-round spinning reel designed for anglers who want lightweight control without sacrificing strength. Sitting perfectly in Daiwa’s LT (Light & Tough) lineup, the 26 Freams suits everything from finesse estuary work to inshore saltwater applications.

At the heart of the reel is Daiwa’s AIRDRIVE Design, reducing rotational inertia for effortless start-up, improved balance, and heightened sensitivity through the retrieve. Whether you’re working soft plastics for bream, twitching hardbodies for bass, or casting metals for flathead and tailor, the reel feels responsive and controlled from the first turn of the handle.

Built around a ZAION V body and rotor, the 26 Freams delivers impressive rigidity at a fraction of the weight, while MAGSEALED protection helps keep salt, water, and debris out of critical internal components. The result is a reel that stays smooth, quiet, and dependable season after season, even under regular saltwater use.

If you’re looking for a reliable, do-it-all spin reel that balances refinement with toughness, the Daiwa 26 Freams LT is a proven performer you can fish with confidence.

Product Technologies

• AIRDRIVE Design – Reduced weight and inertia for effortless winding, sharper response, and improved balance.
• ZAION V Body & Rotor – Lightweight, high-strength carbon resin for rigidity under load without excess weight.
• MAGSEALED Protection – Magnetic oil seal helps prevent water and salt intrusion for longer-lasting smoothness.
• Tough Digigear – Digitally designed gearing for smooth power transfer and long-term durability.
• ATD Type-L Drag System – Smooth, controlled drag start-up to protect light lines and reduce hook pulls.
• LT (Light & Tough) Concept – Compact body design delivering strength where it’s needed most.

Product Information

Body Material: ZAION V carbon resin
Rotor: ZAION V AIRDRIVE Rotor
Drag System: ATD Type-L
Protection: MAGSEALED main shaft
Design Concept: LT (Light & Tough)
Application: Freshwater and saltwater
Target Species: Bream, flathead, bass, estuary species, light inshore fish

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Daiwa 26 Freams suitable for saltwater fishing?
Yes. With MAGSEALED protection and corrosion-resistant components, it’s well suited to estuary and light offshore saltwater use.

What makes AIRDRIVE Design different from older Daiwa reels?
AIRDRIVE reduces rotational inertia, meaning smoother start-up, less winding effort, and better sensitivity during retrieves.

Is this reel good for soft plastics and finesse fishing?
Absolutely. The lightweight body and smooth drag make it ideal for soft plastics, hardbodies, and light braid setups.

Who is the 26 Freams best suited for?
It’s perfect for anglers wanting a refined, reliable all-round spin reel without stepping into high-end price brackets.