{"product_id":"shimano-26-zodias-spin-rod","title":"Shimano 26 Zodias Spin Rod","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eZodias is Shimano's core bass rod line, and the 26 model is the third generation - the first full model change in six years. The emphasis is on balance, light weight, sensitivity and casting accuracy, and the 2026 update chases that hard: a redesigned rear grip and lightened components deliver a 14.7 per cent improvement in balance over the previous Zodias, and the spinning models pick up smaller-diameter, lighter guides that save roughly 1.5g on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blanks use Hi-Power X, diagonally wrapped carbon tape in an X pattern on the outer layer that resists blank twist and keeps casting stable and accurate under load, with Hi-Power X Solid reinforcing solid tips where fitted. The hollow, one-piece moulded Carbon Monocoque grip carries fine vibration straight through to the hand, the spinning grip is a compact up-locking design, and a new in-house closed-structure hook keeper reduces line tangling across different hook shapes. The finish is a unified matte-black stealth look.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe spin range spans ultra-light finesse work on the 270UL through to heavier presentations on the 270MH, and while Zodias is a bass line by design it covers a lot of Australian light lure fishing - bream, bass, estuary perch and similar, though certainly not limited to those.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA note on the joints: Shimano lists all Zodias as two-section rods, but there are two different builds. Models without a numeric suffix use a butt or grip joint, which gives a longer closed length; models with a \"2\" suffix use a centre joint and pack down much shorter. The closed length in each spec block below tells you which you are getting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHi-Power X blank construction - resists blank twist for casting stability and accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon Monocoque grip - hollow one-piece moulded carbon rear grip for light weight and vibration transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14.7% improvement in balance over the previous Zodias model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmaller-diameter, lighter guides on the spinning models - approximately 1.5g saved\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact up-locking spinning grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew in-house closed-structure hook keeper, suited to various hook shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCI4+ reel seat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFuji stainless Alconite guides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatte-black stealth finish with unified cosmetics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll models two-section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e268L2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 6ft 8in \/ 2.03m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSections: 2 (centre joint)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed Length: 104.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 95g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaper: F (fast)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLure Weight: 3-10g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine - Nylon\/Fluorocarbon: 3-6lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine - PE: MAX 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip Diameter: 1.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrip Length: 200mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon Content: 99.4%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e268ML\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 6ft 8in \/ 2.03m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSections: 2 (butt joint)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed Length: 178.4cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 97g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaper: F (fast)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLure Weight: 4-12g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine - Nylon\/Fluorocarbon: 4-8lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine - PE: MAX 1.2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTip Diameter: 1.6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrip Length: 200mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon Content: 100%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures Excite Top, a tapered tip designed to widen tip swing for shaking action and sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e270UL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 7ft 0in \/ 2.13m\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSections: 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 100g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaper: F (fast)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLure Weight: 2-10g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLine - 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