Fishing Rods for All Anglers

The Shimano Grappler Type C Spinning Popping Rods are purpose-built for the explosive world of topwater popping, delivering the perfect blend of power, responsiveness, and casting performance needed to work large surface lures and battle hard-charging pelagics. Engineered with Shimano's advanced Spiral X Core and Hi-Power X blank technology, these rods provide the backbone to drive heavy poppers while maintaining the sensitivity to feel every surface strike and head shake.

Advanced Blank Construction

• Spiral X Core Technology: Triple-layer carbon construction with inner, outer, and longitudinal layers eliminates blank twist and maximizes energy transfer from angler to lure
• Hi-Power X Reinforcement: X-wrap carbon tape in critical stress zones prevents blank deformation under load and increases lifting power by up to 10%
• High-Modulus Carbon Fiber: Lightweight, responsive blank delivers exceptional casting distance and precise lure control
• Optimized Taper Design: Progressive action loads smoothly through the blank for powerful hooksets while protecting leaders during the fight

Premium Components for Extreme Conditions

• Fuji K-Series Guides: Lightweight, corrosion-resistant frames with Alconite inserts reduce weight and improve casting performance
• Fuji Reel Seat: Ergonomic design with cushioned hoods provides secure reel mounting and all-day comfort
• EVA Split Grips: Lightweight, non-slip handles reduce overall weight and provide superior grip control in wet conditions
• X-Guide Layout: Optimized guide spacing reduces line friction and maximizes casting distance with braided line

Built for Topwater Dominance

Whether you're working poppers for giant trevally on remote atolls, casting to explosive tuna boils offshore, or targeting roosterfish in the surf, the Grappler Type C delivers the performance you need. The powerful butt section provides the leverage to work large poppers with aggressive sweeps, while the responsive tip section loads perfectly on the cast and telegraphs every surface explosion with crystal clarity.

Type C Spinning Advantage

The Type C spinning configuration offers distinct advantages for topwater fishing: effortless long-distance casting with minimal effort, superior line management with braided line, and the ability to quickly adjust drag settings during explosive runs. The balanced design reduces fatigue during extended popping sessions, letting you maintain aggressive lure action cast after cast without wearing out your arms.

Why Serious Anglers Choose Grappler

Professional guides and hardcore enthusiasts trust Shimano's Grappler series because it consistently performs when trophy fish are on the line. The advanced blank technology provides the perfect balance of power and finesse—strong enough to turn big fish away from structure, yet sensitive enough to detect subtle takes on calm water. Every component is selected for durability and performance in harsh saltwater environments, ensuring this rod delivers season after season.

Experience the thrill of explosive topwater strikes with a rod engineered to handle the chaos. The Shimano Grappler Type C isn't just a popping rod—it's your ticket to unforgettable surface battles with the ocean's most powerful predators.

Dominate the surface game with Shimano Grappler Type C Spinning Popping Rods—where power meets precision.

Ultimate Power and Precision for Tournament Bass Fishing

The Shimano Poison Ultima Casting Rods deliver ultimate power and precision designed for serious tournament bass anglers. Built with Shimano's most advanced blank technologies including Spiral-X Core, Hi-Power X, and Nanoalloy, these rods provide exceptional sensitivity, power, and control for demanding power fishing and precision techniques. The Poison Ultima represents the pinnacle of Shimano's bass fishing rod design for anglers who demand maximum performance.

Advanced Blank Technology

• Spiral-X Core: Multi-directional carbon fiber construction eliminates blank twist and increases power transmission for superior control
• Hi-Power X: Additional layer of carbon tape reinforcement prevents blank ovalization under load for maximum power and responsiveness
• Nanoalloy Technology: Carbon nanotubes integrated into resin matrix increase blank strength while reducing weight
• Toray Carbon Fiber: Premium high-modulus carbon provides exceptional sensitivity and lightweight performance
• Ultra-Lightweight Design: Optimized construction reduces fatigue during all-day tournament fishing

Premium Components and Construction

• Fuji Titanium SiC Guides: Lightweight titanium frame guides with smooth SiC inserts reduce weight and improve casting
• CI4+ Reel Seat: Carbon-reinforced composite reel seat provides exceptional rigidity while reducing overall weight
• Premium Cork Grips: High-grade cork provides comfortable, sensitive handling for all-day fishing
• Precision Taper: Carefully engineered taper provides ideal balance of sensitivity and power for specific techniques
• Tournament-Grade Finish: Premium cosmetics and attention to detail throughout

Versatile Bass Fishing Excellence

The Poison Ultima excels across a wide range of bass fishing applications. Flip and pitch jigs into heavy cover with confidence, work Texas-rigged soft plastics with precision, throw crankbaits and chatterbaits with power, fish topwater lures with control, or execute any technique where sensitivity and power are critical. The advanced blank technologies provide exceptional bite detection while maintaining the backbone needed for solid hooksets and controlling fish around cover.

Multiple Models for Specific Techniques

Available in multiple lengths and power ratings to match your specific bass fishing applications. From medium-power models for versatile presentations to heavy-power rods for flipping and frogging, each model is optimized for specific techniques while maintaining the premium performance that defines the Poison Ultima series.

Key Technologies

Shimano Quality and Innovation

Shimano has been the global leader in fishing tackle innovation for decades, and the Poison Ultima continues this proud tradition with cutting-edge blank technologies. Every component is engineered to exacting standards and tested under real-world tournament conditions to ensure reliable performance season after season. From weekend anglers to professional tournament competitors, the Poison Ultima delivers the precision and power that serious bass anglers demand.

Experience the ultimate bass fishing performance that tournament anglers trust. The Shimano Poison Ultima isn't just a rod—it's a precision tool built to win tournaments.

Dominate bass fishing with Shimano Poison Ultima—where ultimate power meets tournament precision.

The Phenix Feather series is the newest in the Phenix bass series of rods. The new Feather series promises to be one of the lightest, most sensitive rods the fishing industry has ever seen.

The unique taper of the Feather series blank is designed using a cross weave of 36and 40 ton carbon fiber with Phenix Rods proprietary Nanolite resins. this visual taper puts the balance of the new Feather rod in the palm of your hand. The Feather series features new Essex T-ring Premium Carbide guides with FrameLoc technology.

Phenix's own custom desinged carbon fiber reel seats with EVA handles and carbon fiber ring accents. The blank is design and minimalist build on new Feather rods will amaze every bass angler with the sensitivity, durability, and quality of this new technology never before seen in the fishing industry.

Features:

• New Tapered blank technology
• Nanolite Resin
• Carbon fiber reel seat

Master the Art of Slow Pitch Jigging

The Shimano Grappler Type Slow J Conventional Jigging Rods are purpose-built for the specialized technique of slow pitch jigging, delivering the precise taper, exceptional sensitivity, and controlled power needed to work slow-fall jigs with deadly effectiveness. Engineered with Shimano's advanced Spiral X Core and Hi-Power X blank technology, these rods provide the perfect balance of responsiveness and backbone required to trigger strikes from deep-dwelling predators and control the fight with finesse.

Advanced Blank Construction

• Spiral X Core Technology: Triple-layer carbon fiber construction eliminates blank twist and maximizes sensitivity for detecting subtle takes and controlling jig action with precision
• Hi-Power X Reinforcement: Strategic X-wrap carbon tape in critical zones prevents blank deformation while maintaining the parabolic loading characteristics essential for slow pitch technique
• High-Modulus Graphite: Ultra-responsive blank transmits every jig flutter, current change, and subtle bite directly to your hands
• Parabolic Taper Design: Progressive action loads smoothly through the entire blank for optimal jig control, effortless hooksets, and fish-fighting leverage that protects light leaders

Premium Components for Slow Pitch Excellence

• Fuji Titanium SiC Guides: Lightweight, ultra-smooth inserts reduce line friction and maintain optimal line angle for precise slow pitch presentations
• Fuji Reel Seat: Ergonomic design provides secure reel mounting while minimizing overall weight for enhanced sensitivity
• EVA Fore Grip: Comfortable, non-slip handle provides superior control during the subtle rod movements that define slow pitch jigging
• Optimized Guide Spacing: Precisely positioned guides distribute load evenly and maintain ideal line flow for vertical slow-fall presentations

Built for Slow Pitch Mastery

Whether you're targeting deep-water rockfish and lingcod on Pacific reefs, working slow jigs for snapper and grouper on Gulf structure, pursuing yellowtail and amberjack on vertical wrecks, or finesse jigging for halibut and black sea bass, the Grappler Type Slow J delivers the performance slow pitch specialists demand. The parabolic blank loads smoothly with minimal effort, allowing the jig to flutter and spiral naturally on the fall while providing instant feedback when fish make contact.

Type Slow J Conventional Advantage

The Type Slow J conventional configuration is specifically optimized for slow pitch jigging technique: superior line control for precise depth management and jig manipulation, instant drag adjustment during powerful runs, the ergonomic advantage of overhead jigging with conventional reels, and the ability to maintain constant contact with your jig throughout the entire fall. The balanced design reduces fatigue during extended sessions, letting you maintain the subtle rod movements and precise timing that trigger strikes from finicky fish.

Why Slow Pitch Specialists Choose Grappler Slow J

Professional guides and dedicated slow pitch enthusiasts trust the Grappler Type Slow J because it excels at the nuanced art of slow-fall presentation. The ultra-responsive blank provides instant tactile feedback on jig action, current direction, and the lightest bites, giving you the information needed to adjust your technique and trigger strikes. The parabolic taper loads progressively through the entire blank, protecting light fluorocarbon leaders while still providing the backbone to control trophy fish and guide them away from structure.

Experience the precision and finesse that defines slow pitch jigging at its finest. The Shimano Grappler Type Slow J Conventional isn't just a jigging rod—it's a specialized tool designed to help you master the subtle art of slow-fall presentation.

Master slow pitch jigging with Shimano Grappler Type Slow J Conventional Rods—where finesse meets precision.

Ultimate Finesse Performance for Tournament Bass Fishing

The Shimano Poison Ultima Spinning Rods deliver ultimate finesse performance designed for serious tournament bass anglers. Built with Shimano's most advanced blank technologies including Spiral-X Core, Hi-Power X, and Nanoalloy, these rods provide exceptional sensitivity, power, and precision for demanding finesse techniques. The Poison Ultima represents the pinnacle of Shimano's bass fishing rod design for anglers who demand maximum performance.

Advanced Blank Technology

• Spiral-X Core: Multi-directional carbon fiber construction eliminates blank twist and increases power transmission for superior control
• Hi-Power X: Additional layer of carbon tape reinforcement prevents blank ovalization under load for maximum power and responsiveness
• Nanoalloy Technology: Carbon nanotubes integrated into resin matrix increase blank strength while reducing weight
• Toray Carbon Fiber: Premium high-modulus carbon provides exceptional sensitivity and lightweight performance
• Ultra-Lightweight Design: Optimized construction reduces fatigue during all-day tournament fishing

Premium Components and Construction

• Fuji Titanium SiC Guides: Lightweight titanium frame guides with smooth SiC inserts reduce weight and improve casting
• CI4+ Reel Seat: Carbon-reinforced composite reel seat provides exceptional rigidity while reducing overall weight
• Premium Cork Grips: High-grade cork provides comfortable, sensitive handling for all-day fishing
• Precision Taper: Carefully engineered taper provides ideal balance of sensitivity and power for finesse techniques
• Tournament-Grade Finish: Premium cosmetics and attention to detail throughout

Finesse Bass Fishing Excellence

The Poison Ultima excels in demanding finesse bass fishing applications. Work drop shots with maximum sensitivity, fish Neko rigs with precision, throw weightless soft plastics with confidence, work finesse worms around cover, or execute any finesse presentation where sensitivity and control are critical. The advanced blank technologies provide exceptional bite detection while maintaining the backbone needed for solid hooksets and controlling fish around cover.

Multiple Models for Specific Techniques

Available in multiple lengths and power ratings to match your specific finesse fishing applications. From ultra-light models for spinning-sized finesse baits to medium-power rods for heavier presentations, each model is optimized for specific techniques while maintaining the premium performance that defines the Poison Ultima series.

Key Technologies

Shimano Quality and Innovation

Shimano has been the global leader in fishing tackle innovation for decades, and the Poison Ultima continues this proud tradition with cutting-edge blank technologies. Every component is engineered to exacting standards and tested under real-world tournament conditions to ensure reliable performance season after season. From weekend anglers to professional tournament competitors, the Poison Ultima delivers the precision and sensitivity that serious finesse anglers demand.

Experience the ultimate finesse performance that tournament anglers trust. The Shimano Poison Ultima isn't just a rod—it's a precision tool built to win tournaments.

Dominate finesse fishing with Shimano Poison Ultima—where ultimate sensitivity meets tournament performance.

Purpose-Built for West Coast Saltwater Fishing

The Shimano Teramar WC West Coast C Conventional Rods are purpose-built for the unique demands of West Coast saltwater fishing. Designed specifically for targeting California yellowtail, tuna, dorado, and other hard-fighting Pacific gamefish, these conventional rods deliver the power, sensitivity, and durability needed for everything from surface iron fishing to deep-water jigging. The Teramar WC represents Shimano's commitment to creating specialized tools for West Coast anglers.

Advanced Blank Technology

• TC4 Construction: High-modulus carbon fiber blank provides exceptional strength-to-weight ratio for powerful hooksets and fish-fighting capability
• Spiral-X Core Technology: Multi-directional carbon fiber construction eliminates blank twist and increases power transmission for better control
• Hi-Power X: Additional layer of carbon tape reinforcement prevents blank ovalization under load for maximum power and responsiveness
• Tapered Blank Design: Progressive taper optimized for West Coast techniques provides ideal balance of power and sensitivity
• Lightweight Construction: Reduced weight minimizes fatigue during long days of casting and jigging

Premium Components and Construction

• Fuji Alconite Guides: Lightweight, corrosion-resistant guides with smooth inserts reduce friction and improve casting distance
• Fuji Reel Seat: Durable, corrosion-resistant reel seat provides secure reel mounting in saltwater conditions
• EVA Grips: Comfortable, non-slip EVA foam grips provide secure handling even when wet
• Saltwater-Resistant Hardware: All components selected for maximum corrosion resistance in harsh saltwater environments
• Quality Construction: Precision manufacturing ensures consistent performance and long-term durability

West Coast Fishing Applications

The Teramar WC Conventional Rods excel across the full range of West Coast saltwater techniques. Work surface irons for yellowtail and tuna with powerful hooksets, drop yo-yo jigs to deep-feeding fish with precision, cast live bait to feeding schools with accuracy, fish heavy jigs around kelp and structure, or target trophy gamefish from party boats to private vessels. The specialized design handles the unique demands of West Coast fishing from San Diego to the Channel Islands and beyond.

Multiple Models for Specific Applications

Available in multiple lengths and power ratings to match your specific West Coast fishing applications. From lighter models for finesse presentations to heavy-duty rods for trophy fish and deep-water jigging, each model is optimized for specific techniques while maintaining the premium performance that defines the Teramar WC series.

Key Features

Shimano Quality and Innovation

Shimano has been the global leader in fishing tackle innovation for decades, and the Teramar WC continues this proud tradition with technologies specifically designed for West Coast saltwater fishing. Every component is engineered to exacting standards and tested under real-world conditions from Southern California to Baja to ensure reliable performance season after season. From weekend anglers to tournament professionals, the Teramar WC delivers the precision and durability that serious West Coast anglers demand.

Experience the purpose-built performance that West Coast specialists trust. The Shimano Teramar WC West Coast Conventional Rods aren't just fishing rods—they're precision tools designed specifically for Pacific gamefish.

Dominate West Coast waters with Shimano Teramar WC—where specialized design meets saltwater performance.

The Daiwa Outrage XV Slow Pitch Jigging Rods are part of the Outrage XV series, a globally tested line designed to give anglers an edge in the pursuit of trophy fish. Optimized for slow pitch jigging, these rods deliver the precise action and sensitivity needed to bring jigs to life with subtle, controlled movements. The lightweight graphite blank offers excellent balance and responsiveness, helping reduce fatigue during long sessions. Reinforced with Daiwa’s exclusive Braiding X technology, the blank resists twisting and maintains its strength under heavy loads.

This allows for accurate, repeatable jig presentations that trigger bites from wary fish. Fuji Tangle Free K-Guides promote smooth line management, while the custom Daiwa reel seat ensures a secure, comfortable connection between angler and reel. Ideal for working deep structure and targeting species like snapper, grouper, and amberjack, the Daiwa Outrage XV Slow Pitch Jigging Rods give you the refined performance needed to maximize results with every drop.

Power and Precision for Serious Vertical Jigging

The Shimano Grappler Type J Spinning Jigging Rods are engineered for the demanding world of heavy vertical jigging, delivering exceptional power, precise jig control, and the backbone needed to battle trophy-class gamefish in deep water. Built with Shimano's advanced Spiral X Core and Hi-Power X blank technology, these rods provide the perfect balance of sensitivity and raw lifting power required to work heavier jigs and control hard-fighting pelagics from depths exceeding 300 feet.

Advanced Blank Technology

• Spiral X Core Construction: Triple-layer carbon fiber architecture eliminates blank twist and maximizes power transmission for aggressive jigging cadences and powerful hooksets
• Hi-Power X Reinforcement: Strategic X-wrap carbon tape in high-stress zones prevents blank deformation under extreme loads and increases lifting power by up to 10%
• High-Modulus Carbon Fiber: Responsive yet powerful blank delivers exceptional sensitivity to detect strikes while providing the backbone to turn big fish away from structure
• Progressive Power Taper: Fast-action tip section provides precise jig manipulation and bite detection while the powerful mid-section and butt deliver maximum lifting authority

Premium Components for Extreme Conditions

• Fuji Titanium SiC Guides: Lightweight, ultra-durable frames with smooth inserts handle the rigors of heavy jigging with thick braided line
• Fuji Reel Seat: Heavy-duty construction with reinforced hoods provides rock-solid reel mounting under maximum load
• EVA Split Grips: Ergonomic, non-slip handles provide superior leverage and control during aggressive jigging sessions
• Reinforced Guide Layout: Strategically positioned guides maintain optimal line angle for vertical presentations and distribute stress evenly across the blank

Built for Heavy Jigging Dominance

Whether you're targeting giant amberjack on deep Gulf wrecks, working speed jigs for yellowfin tuna offshore, pursuing trophy yellowtail on Pacific seamounts, or battling powerful grouper and snapper in extreme depths, the Grappler Type J delivers the performance serious vertical anglers demand. The powerful blank provides the leverage to work heavier jigs with aggressive sweeps and the authority to drive hooks home on hard-mouthed species, while still maintaining enough sensitivity to detect subtle takes and bottom contact.

Type J Spinning Advantage

The Type J spinning configuration offers distinct advantages for heavy jigging applications: superior line management with high-capacity braided line, effortless long-distance casting when searching for structure or working drift patterns, instant bail engagement for lightning-fast hooksets, and the ability to quickly adjust drag settings during powerful runs. The balanced design distributes weight efficiently, reducing fatigue during extended vertical sessions and letting you maintain aggressive jigging cadences all day long.

Why Serious Jigging Anglers Choose Grappler Type J

Professional captains and hardcore vertical specialists trust the Grappler Type J because it consistently performs when trophy fish are on the line. The advanced blank technology provides the perfect combination of power and feedback—strong enough to muscle big fish up from extreme depths, yet sensitive enough to detect the lightest bites and optimize jig action. Every component is engineered for durability in harsh saltwater environments, ensuring this rod delivers season after season of reliable performance.

Experience the power and control that separates good jigging days from legendary catches. The Shimano Grappler Type J Spinning isn't just a jigging rod—it's a purpose-built weapon designed to help you dominate the vertical game.

Conquer deep water with Shimano Grappler Type J Spinning Jigging Rods—where power meets precision.

The Megabass Destroyer P5 (JDM) F6-69X Super Destroyer is perhaps the epitome of the series, harnessing the successive technologies of each generation to challenge preconceptions of heavy-action angling. Built on a compact 6’9” frame, the 5-D GRAPHITE SYSTEM harnesses greater power per inch to deliver quick, destructive hooksets and submission-inducing lifting power.

The SUPER DESTROYER’s outstanding balance is geared towards a tip-up ready posture, the perfect battle stance for lure manipulation and lightning-fast hooksets. Not only does the shorter overall length contribute to faster hooksets, it also increases maneuverability, close-quarters control, and opens up new angling avenues to challenge traditional heavy-cover games.

Revolution brings destructive change. This DESTROYER is king of them all.

In 1995, Yuki Ito prototyped the Destroyer® of traditional bass rods, drawing upon his hand-carved ARMS to unleash an unrivaled fusion of craft and technological innovation upon the Japanese bass market. Each subsequent generation of Destroyer® reached beyond the standards and conventions of their time to establish a new benchmark. A quarter-century later, “Project Living Legend” was established to ensure that each cycle of destruction and creation through innovation preserved Megabass’ rich DNA, bringing anglers ever-closer to the ideal.

Guided by this spirit, the LAIHA program gave birth to a limited concept rod series in 2019, developed to test and refine standard-destroying technologies to push innovation past present limits. From this tireless effort, the 5-D Graphite System was born. Representing a paradigm shift in the blank construction process, 5-D enables a more perfect realization of the Destroyer® through a new method of patterning and layering, unlocking untold potential.

Thus, with each generation, all change—especially destructive—is embraced in the technological pursuit of the angling ideal. Out of this cycle, Destroyer® rises anew to challenge anglers to new heights.

ZALDAIN 3D DYNAMICS PERFORMANCE GRIP

Inspired by Chris Zaldain’s fight in the top echelons of the world’s oldest and toughest bass fishing circuit, the B.A.S.S. Elite Series, ZALDAIN 3D DYNAMICS strives towards a more perfect union of angler and equipment. Each hand-formed carbon fiber handle takes shape as if custom made for each angler’s hands, providing comfortable contours for enhanced grip and the superior vibration transmission properties of carbon material.

 IBCS:

Guided by angler bionomics, the Megabass original IBCS reel seat is an achievement in angler/equipment integration, ushering in a new era of comfort, utility, and performance. Minimalistic grip contours and stable short-trigger design allow for intuitive grip transitions as the angler moves through the cycle of casting, rod work, hookset and landing. Blank contact areas are maximized to deliver precise feedback without sacrificing control. Carefully formed squat-trigger design is wide and short to provide the grip you need to cast heavy lures and manage hard-pulling crankbaits.

Regardless of your preferred style, the new IBCS seat inspires confident grip for every situation.

DESTROYER ORIGINAL TIGHT THREADING FUJI TITANIUM FRAME SIC-S GUIDE

THREAD COLOR

BASE : AIRFORCE-SCURO

PINLINE : KISHUBUSSIN-PURPLE

OUTER TRIM : STREAM GALAXY

To further reduce unnecessary weight and improve performance, the Destroyer® utilizes a smaller-diameter thread made of special fiber, which allows for tighter, more effective guide wraps. This not only minimizes the wrap area and associated epoxy to reduce weight—it minimizes any negative impact that hard epoxy guide wraps can have on the natural bend-curve of the blank. The result is a smoother, more intuitive blank with minimalistic threading for maximum strength and performance.

END BALANCER (COLOR: BRONZE METEO)

Weight-saving improvements in blank construction, thread wrapping method, reel seat and head locker design result in a lighter rod, which allows for lighter counterweights to achieve the ideal “Takumi” balance for each application. Even the F6-69X, which is balanced for a tip-up posture for heavy-cover applications utilizes a mere 8g counterweight contained in the END BALANCER’s machined metal form. To reflect this achievement, the shining gold end cap emblem of previous generations has been updated to an understated “Bronze Meteo” finish.

5-D GRAPHITE SYSTEM

Megabass Destroyer P5 F6-69X Super Destroyer. The blank technology newly developed through the experimental LAIHA project is the 5-D GRAPHITE SYSTEM. As the name implies, this blank construction methodology leverages five prepreg patterns to best address five elements—vertical axis, horizontal axis, oblique axis, elongation and elasticity—and combine each in a painstaking puzzle matrix to maximize the application-specific performance of every blank. The cohesiveness of each completed puzzle enables a fusion of disparate parts, reducing the unnecessary prepreg overlap of traditional patterning and layering. This not only reduces material waste; it allows for a more precisely smooth taper and seamless load transition for truly intuitive performance.

DESTROYER HEAD LOCKING SYSTEM 3

Based on the machined-aluminum head-locking structure developed in the LAIHA concept project, the new Destroyer® HEAD LOCKING SYSTEM 3 is optimized for production status. The structure is the lightest of all Destroyer® series to-date, minimizing any potential interference in blank resonance and vibration transmission through the reel, in addition to highlighting the purpose-built elegance of each rod model.

Specialized Performance for Kite Fishing Excellence

The Shimano Tallus Kite Rod is purpose-engineered for the specialized technique of kite fishing, delivering the precise taper, exceptional sensitivity, and controlled power needed to present live baits with deadly effectiveness and battle trophy-class gamefish. Built with Shimano's advanced Spiral X and Hi-Power X blank technology, this specialized rod provides the perfect balance of responsiveness and backbone required to manage kites, control live baits, and fight hard-charging pelagics with confidence.

Advanced Blank Construction

• Spiral X Core Technology: Multi-directional carbon fiber layering eliminates blank twist and maximizes sensitivity for detecting subtle bites while maintaining the power to handle trophy fish
• Hi-Power X Reinforcement: Additional X-wrap carbon tape in critical stress zones prevents blank deformation under extreme loads and increases lifting power
• TC4 Carbon Construction: High-modulus graphite delivers the perfect balance of strength, sensitivity, and weight reduction for all-day kite fishing
• Specialized Taper Design: Progressive action provides the tip sensitivity to detect light bites while maintaining the backbone to set hooks and control powerful runs

Premium Components for Kite Fishing

• Fuji Alconite Guides: Corrosion-resistant frames with smooth, durable inserts reduce friction and handle the unique angles and stresses of kite fishing
• Heavy-Duty Reel Seat: Reinforced construction with cushioned hoods provides secure reel mounting under maximum load conditions
• Premium Cork Grips: High-density cork handle provides superior grip control and comfort during extended kite fishing sessions
• Reinforced Guide Train: Strategically positioned guides distribute stress evenly and maintain optimal line flow for kite presentations

Built for Kite Fishing Mastery

Whether you're flying kites for sailfish in South Florida, targeting giant kingfish in the Gulf, pursuing wahoo and tuna offshore, or working live baits for trophy dolphin, the Tallus Kite Rod delivers the specialized performance kite fishing demands. The responsive blank provides instant feedback when fish approach your baits, while the powerful mid-section and butt deliver the leverage to drive hooks home and control the fight when big fish make their runs.

Kite Fishing Advantages

The Tallus Kite Rod is specifically optimized for the unique demands of kite fishing: the sensitivity to detect light takes on live baits suspended at the surface, the backbone to set hooks on hard-mouthed pelagics, the power to control fish while managing kite lines, and the durability to handle the constant tension and unique angles that define kite fishing. The balanced design reduces fatigue during long days on the water, letting you stay focused and ready when trophy fish appear in the spread.

Why Kite Fishing Specialists Choose Tallus

Professional captains and serious kite fishing enthusiasts trust the Tallus Kite Rod because it excels at the specialized demands of this technique. The advanced blank technology provides the perfect combination of sensitivity and power—responsive enough to detect subtle bites on nervous baits, yet strong enough to handle trophy-class sailfish, kingfish, and tuna with authority. Every component is selected for durability and performance in harsh saltwater environments, ensuring this rod delivers season after season of reliable performance.

Experience the precision and power that defines kite fishing at its finest. The Shimano Tallus Kite Rod isn't just a fishing rod—it's a specialized tool designed to help you master one of offshore fishing's most effective and exciting techniques.

Master kite fishing with the Shimano Tallus Kite Rod—where specialized design meets tournament performance.

The Shimano Grappler Type LJ Conventional Jigging Rods are purpose-engineered for the demanding world of light jigging, delivering exceptional sensitivity, precise jig control, and the power to handle aggressive strikes from deep-dwelling predators. Built with Shimano's advanced Spiral X Core and Hi-Power X blank technology, these specialized rods provide the perfect balance of responsiveness and backbone needed to work lighter jigs in depths from 100 to 600 feet with surgical precision.

Advanced Blank Technology

• Spiral X Core Construction: Triple-layer carbon fiber architecture eliminates blank twist and maximizes energy transmission for superior jig manipulation and instant hooksets
• Hi-Power X Reinforcement: Strategic X-wrap carbon tape in high-stress zones prevents blank deformation and increases lifting power without adding weight
• High-Modulus Graphite: Ultra-responsive blank telegraphs every bottom contact, jig flutter, and subtle bite with crystal clarity
• Fast-Taper Design: Responsive tip section loads quickly for precise jig control while the powerful butt provides the backbone to turn fish away from structure

Premium Components for Vertical Performance

• Fuji Titanium SiC Guides: Lightweight, ultra-smooth inserts reduce line friction and handle the rigors of constant vertical jigging
• Fuji Reel Seat: Low-profile design with cushioned hoods ensures secure reel mounting and reduces overall weight
• EVA Fore Grip: Ergonomic design provides superior control during aggressive jigging cadences
• Optimized Guide Layout: Precisely positioned guides maintain perfect line angle for vertical presentations and reduce fatigue

Built for Light Jigging Excellence

Whether you're targeting rockfish and lingcod on deep reefs, working jigs for snapper and grouper on offshore structure, or pursuing yellowtail and amberjack on vertical wrecks, the Grappler Type LJ delivers the performance serious jigging anglers demand. The sensitive tip section lets you feel every nuance of your jig's action and detect the lightest bites, while the powerful mid-section and butt provide the leverage to drive hooks home and control the fight in deep water.

Type LJ Conventional Advantage

The Type LJ conventional configuration is specifically optimized for light jigging techniques: superior line control for precise depth management, instant drag adjustment during powerful runs, and the ergonomic advantage of overhead jigging with conventional reels. The balanced design reduces wrist and forearm fatigue during extended jigging sessions, letting you maintain optimal jig action and stay in the strike zone longer.

Why Vertical Specialists Choose Grappler LJ

Professional captains and dedicated jigging enthusiasts trust the Grappler Type LJ because it excels at the subtle art of vertical presentation. The ultra-sensitive blank provides instant feedback on bottom composition, jig action, and fish contact, giving you the information needed to adjust your technique in real-time. The responsive taper loads smoothly through the blank, protecting light leaders while still delivering the power to muscle trophy fish away from structure and up through the water column.

Experience the precision and control that separates good jigging anglers from great ones. The Shimano Grappler Type LJ isn't just a jigging rod—it's a finely tuned instrument designed to help you master the vertical game.

Elevate your light jigging with Shimano Grappler Type LJ Conventional Rods—where sensitivity meets power.

Ultra-Sensitive Light Jigging Performance

The Shimano Grappler Type LJ Spinning Jigging Rods deliver exceptional sensitivity and precise jig control for the specialized world of light vertical jigging. Engineered with Shimano's advanced Spiral X Core and Hi-Power X blank technology, these spinning-specific rods provide the perfect combination of ultra-responsive feedback, effortless line management, and the power to handle aggressive strikes from deep-dwelling gamefish on lighter tackle.

Advanced Blank Construction

• Spiral X Core Technology: Triple-layer carbon fiber construction eliminates blank twist and maximizes sensitivity for detecting subtle bites and bottom contact
• Hi-Power X Reinforcement: Strategic X-wrap carbon tape in critical zones prevents blank deformation under load while maintaining the light, responsive feel essential for finesse jigging
• High-Modulus Graphite: Ultra-lightweight, ultra-sensitive blank transmits every jig flutter, current change, and fish contact directly to your hands
• Progressive Fast Taper: Responsive tip section provides instant feedback and precise jig manipulation while the powerful mid-section and butt deliver hookset authority and fish-fighting leverage

Premium Components for Vertical Excellence

• Fuji Titanium SiC Guides: Lightweight, ultra-smooth inserts reduce line friction and handle the constant vertical motion of light jigging with braided line
• Fuji Reel Seat: Ergonomic design with cushioned hoods provides secure reel mounting while minimizing overall weight
• EVA Split Grips: Lightweight, non-slip handles reduce fatigue during extended jigging sessions and provide superior control in wet conditions
• Optimized Guide Spacing: Precisely positioned guides maintain ideal line angle for vertical presentations and maximize casting distance when needed

Built for Light Jigging Versatility

Whether you're targeting rockfish and lingcod on deep Pacific reefs, working jigs for snapper and grouper on Gulf structure, pursuing yellowtail and amberjack on vertical wrecks, or finesse jigging for halibut and black sea bass, the Grappler Type LJ Spinning delivers the performance serious vertical anglers demand. The ultra-sensitive blank telegraphs every nuance of your jig's action, letting you adjust your presentation in real-time based on current, depth, and fish behavior.

Type LJ Spinning Advantage

The Type LJ spinning configuration offers distinct advantages for light jigging applications: superior line management with thin-diameter braided line, effortless casting when searching for structure or working drift patterns, instant bail engagement for quick hooksets, and the ability to fish ultra-light jigs with maximum sensitivity. The balanced design reduces wrist fatigue during repetitive jigging motions, letting you maintain optimal cadence and stay productive throughout the day.

Why Vertical Specialists Choose Grappler LJ Spinning

Professional guides and dedicated jigging enthusiasts choose the Grappler Type LJ Spinning because it excels at the subtle art of finesse vertical presentation. The ultra-responsive blank provides instant tactile feedback on bottom composition, jig action, and the lightest bites, giving you the information needed to trigger strikes from pressured or finicky fish. The progressive taper loads smoothly through the entire blank, protecting light fluorocarbon leaders while still providing the backbone to turn trophy fish away from structure and control them through the water column.

Experience the precision and sensitivity that separates average jigging from exceptional results. The Shimano Grappler Type LJ Spinning isn't just a jigging rod—it's a precision tool designed to help you master the finesse vertical game.

Master light jigging with Shimano Grappler Type LJ Spinning Rods—where sensitivity meets versatility.

Maximum Power for Extreme Vertical Jigging

The Shimano Grappler Type J Conventional Jigging Rods deliver uncompromising power and precision for the most demanding vertical jigging applications. Engineered with Shimano's advanced Spiral X Core and Hi-Power X blank technology, these conventional-specific rods provide exceptional lifting authority, precise jig control, and the backbone needed to battle trophy-class gamefish in extreme depths and challenging conditions.

Advanced Blank Construction

• Spiral X Core Technology: Triple-layer carbon fiber architecture eliminates blank twist and maximizes power transmission for aggressive jigging and powerful hooksets on hard-mouthed species
• Hi-Power X Reinforcement: Strategic X-wrap carbon tape in critical stress zones prevents blank deformation under extreme loads and increases lifting power by up to 10%
• High-Modulus Carbon Fiber: Powerful yet responsive blank delivers the sensitivity to detect strikes while providing maximum backbone to turn big fish away from structure
• Progressive Power Taper: Fast-action tip section provides precise jig manipulation while the reinforced mid-section and butt deliver maximum vertical lifting authority

Premium Components for Heavy-Duty Performance

• Fuji Titanium SiC Guides: Heavy-duty, corrosion-resistant frames with ultra-smooth inserts handle the punishment of constant vertical jigging with thick braided line
• Fuji Reel Seat: Reinforced construction with heavy-duty hoods provides rock-solid reel mounting under maximum load conditions
• EVA Fore Grip: Ergonomic, non-slip handle provides superior leverage and control during aggressive overhead jigging
• Reinforced Guide Train: Strategically positioned guides maintain optimal line angle for vertical presentations and distribute stress evenly across the blank

Built for Deep-Water Dominance

Whether you're targeting giant amberjack on deep Gulf wrecks, working speed jigs for bluefin and yellowfin tuna in offshore canyons, pursuing trophy yellowtail on Pacific seamounts, or battling powerful grouper and snapper in extreme depths, the Grappler Type J Conventional delivers the performance serious vertical anglers demand. The powerful blank provides the leverage to work heavy jigs with aggressive sweeps and the authority to drive hooks home and control the fight from start to finish.

Type J Conventional Advantage

The Type J conventional configuration is specifically optimized for heavy vertical jigging: superior line control for precise depth management and jig manipulation, instant drag adjustment during powerful runs, maximum cranking power for lifting big fish from extreme depths, and the ergonomic advantage of overhead jigging with conventional reels. The balanced design reduces fatigue during extended sessions, letting you maintain aggressive jigging cadences and stay productive all day long.

Why Serious Jigging Specialists Choose Grappler Type J

Professional captains and hardcore vertical specialists trust the Grappler Type J Conventional because it consistently performs when trophy fish are on the line. The advanced blank technology provides the perfect combination of power and feedback—strong enough to muscle trophy-class fish up from extreme depths, yet sensitive enough to detect subtle bites and optimize jig action in real-time. Every component is engineered for durability in harsh saltwater environments and extreme loads, ensuring this rod delivers season after season of reliable performance.

Experience the power and control that separates good jigging days from career catches. The Shimano Grappler Type J Conventional isn't just a jigging rod—it's a purpose-built tool designed to help you dominate the deep-water vertical game.

Conquer extreme depths with Shimano Grappler Type J Conventional Jigging Rods—where maximum power meets precision.