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| EXPRIDE CASTING | FX SPINNING | STIMULA SPINNING | SOJOURN SPINNING | COMPRE SPINNING | COMPRE CASTING | CURADO CASTING | SCIMITAR CASTING | |
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| Action | F | Fast | Fast | Fast | F | Fast | - | Fast |
| Brand | Shimano | Shimano | Shimano | Shimano | Shimano | Shimano | Shimano | Shimano |
| Drag power | H | MH | M | ML | UL | M | H | MH |
| Foregrip length | 1'' | 5'' | 2.6 | 1.3'' | 2'' | 1.2'' | - | 2.15'' |
| Grip material | AAA Cork | EVA | Cork | AA Cork w/ Composite Ring | EVA | AA Cork w/ Composite Ring | Split AA Corkw/ Composite Ring | Cork w/ Composite Ring |
| Guides | K Guides - Stainless steel w/ Alconite Ring | O Ring Guides | AL Oxide | Fuji Stainless w/ Alconite | Graphite | Fuji Stainless w/ Alconite | - | FUJI Aluminum Oxide |
| Item code | CDC75H | FXS80MHB2 | STS60MB | CPS66ML2E | SJS50UL2B | CPC70ME | EX177HA | SMC70MHB |
| Length (in) | 89 | 96 | 72 | 78 | 60 | 84 | 91 | 84 |
| Line weight (lbs) | 15-30 | 12-25 | 6-12 | 4-10 | - | 8-15 | 12-25 | 10-20 |
| Number of sections | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Reargrip length | 10.5'' | 13'' | 6.7'' | 10'' | 5'' | 10'' | - | 10'' |
| Number of guides | - | Tip+6 | - | 7+Tip | - | 9+Tip | - | 8+Tip |
EXPRIDE CASTING
The 2017 Expride series was meticulously tested by touring pros and tackle junkies across the United States for two full seasons. This series incorporates Shimano's Hi-Power X and features a wide variety of versatile actions, plus a handful of technique specific rods to meet the demands of some of the most specialized fishing styles.
FX SPINNING
The FX series of two-piece rods was created for anglers of all ages and skill levels. These versatile rods cover a wide variety of applications and lengths, and they can be enjoyed on any stream, river or lake, or for light saltwater applications.
STIMULA SPINNING
Shimano Stimula spinning rods were built to deliver a reliable rod series for years of great fishing on the water. This hardy line of rods comes in a variety of lengths and actions that will handle a wide range of species and build a strong legacy of fishing experiences.
SOJOURN SPINNING
The new Sojourn rod line offers a great custom look at a competitive price. The blank features graphite composite construction which is light, super durable and comes in the most popular actions.
COMPRE SPINNING
Shimano redesigned the Compre series of casting and spinning rods to create an all-around rod with top-of-the-line features. The updated actions and powers in the series will help the most serious multi-species anglers get more out of their pursuit of bass, walleye, muskie and inshore saltwater species.
COMPRE CASTING
Shimano redesigned the Compre series of casting and spinning rods to create an all-around rod with top-of-the-line features. The updated actions and powers in the series will help the most serious multi-species anglers get more out of their pursuit of bass, walleye, muskie and inshore saltwater species.
CURADO CASTING
Shimano's new, tournament-quality, Curado rods feature a mixture of versatile and technique-specific actions, covering the spectrum of techniques for hardcore bass anglers. Light and sensitive Hybrid High Modulus UD Carbon with Nanoresin blanks, high-quality cork grips and FUJI components throughout. FUJI tangle free Alconite guides and matte rubberized, soft touch coated FUJI reel seats mean Curado rods are loaded with high-end features for high-end performance.
SCIMITAR CASTING
The all-new Scimitar series by Shimano was designed with a high-end look and feel that outclasses every rod in its class. For freshwater, salmon or light inshore applications, these lightweight and powerful graphite rods offer the right powers and actions to land your favorite species on any lake, river or coastal waters.
