Shimano Boat Rod 26 Kaimei 30-270 (Spinning 2 piece)

Total length: 9.0ft
Weight: 166g
Sections: 2pcs
Closed length: 139cm
Weight load: #20-#80
Tip diameter: 2.0mm
Reel seat position: 400mm
Reel seat type: Down Lock
Carbon content: 98.2%

An all-round rod with a 7:3 taper, designed for ease of use and trouble-free performance.

The blank is lightweight yet strong, constructed using a core of carbon material reinforced with Spiral-X and Hi-Power X technologies. This highly responsive blank allows for agile lure manipulation and sharp hook-setting; once a fish is hooked, the action shifts reliably from a 7:3 taper to a 6:4 taper, providing the necessary flex and tenacity.

The tip features large-diameter, angled guidesexcellent for smooth line flow and preventing slackwrapped with highly visible vermilion-colored thread.
It is equipped with the “Fitting Support 18 CI4+” reel seat, which is lightweight and offers superior palmability.

Additionally, EVA grip sections are positioned in two locations, allowing for greater flexibility when attaching rod holders. Packed with Shimano’s advanced rod technologies, this user-friendly, versatile model is suitable for a wide range of target species and fishing method.

Fitting Support 18 CI4+.
Offers excellent grip and securely holds even large reels.

By combining Shimano’s proprietary CI4+ material with hand-friendly EVA in the grip area, the reel seat achieves both light weight and a superior fit.
The long nut design makes tightening easy and ensures large reels are held firmly in place, while the butt section features a slim, split-grip design.

Tubular tip + LDB guides.
High strength and trouble-free performance.
Features a high-strength carbon tubular tip that excels in durability and bottom-sensing sensitivity.
Equipped with LDB guides to minimize issues such as line slack.