A look inside the design of the
Quantum Aruba PTs
Date: |
3/01/08 |
Tackle Type: |
Reel |
Manufacturer: |
Quantum |
Reviewer: |
JIP |
Introduction:
The Aruba PTs is
Quantum’s first big game trolling reel, and is the culmination of over three years
worth of research. The Aruba PTs conventional reel exhibits some quality features
including a dual carbon drag system, Nitrogen-Alloy PT
bearings, and a tool-less takedown for quick and easy maintenance. Before we hit
the water we take
this reel apart and take a detailed look at each component to see just what this
reel is made of.
Introducing the Quantum Aruba PTs.
The conventional saltwater trolling reel comes with a protective reel bag
Quantum
Aruba PTs (ALD30PTsX) Specifications |
Type |
Saltwater Conventional Trolling |
Line
Capacity (lb/yds) |
750/30 |
Gear
Ratio |
2-speed 4.2:1 or 2.7:1 |
Weight (measured) |
52.7
oz (54.8 oz with rod clamp) |
Bearings |
5 |
Drag
Max (Strike) |
48.5 lb |
Drag
Max (Full) |
60 lb |
Additional Features |
5 Nitrogen-Alloy PT
bearings, Dual carbon drag system, selectable two-speed drive, machined
stainless steel PT gears, 3-bearing supported spool, double-anodized
protective finish, tool-less takedown, rod clamp, and protective bag |
MSRP |
$489.95 - $549.95 (depending on model) |
The higher
speed models have no cross bar on top. Pictured here is the ALD30PTsX
Impressions:
We were taken aback when first introduced to the Aruba PTs at ICAST 2006.
Quantum has been moving into the coastal saltwater market with their line of
Performance Tuned Saltwater reels and rods, but when we saw the big game
offshore trolling reel we remarked how ambitious a project this was.
A solid
machined reel. The drag adjustment is done by turning the dial
For their first foray into
a two-speed offshore trolling reel, Quantum's Aruba PTs appears solid. The
reel’s construction along with the features Quantum implemented on this reel
are designed to address the needs of the most hard core saltwater anglers.
This stunning
reel sports all high-quality components
The Aruba PTs conventional
reel comes in five different models ranging in size and speeds.
Model |
Bearings |
Line Capacity |
Gear Ratio |
Drag Max
(Strike) |
Drag Max
(Full) |
ALD20PTs |
5 |
750
yds/20 lb |
3.2:1
/ 1.7:1 |
48.5
lb |
60 lb |
ALD30PTs |
5 |
750
yds/30 lb |
3.2:1
/ 1.7:1 |
48.5
lb |
60 lb |
ALD30WPTs |
5 |
600
yds/50 lb |
3.2:1
/ 1.7:1 |
48.5
lb |
60 lb |
ALD20PTsX |
5 |
750
yds/20 lb |
4.2:1
/ 2.7:1 |
48.5
lb |
60 lb |
ALD30PTsX |
5 |
750
yds/30 lb |
4.2:1
/ 2.7:1 |
48.5
lb |
60 lb |
A metal rod
clamp is included with the Aruba PTs
Let's
take a look at the design