Shimano 23 Vanquish 2500 SHG C Zodias 270UL Softbait Combo 7ft 2-5lb 2pc

Redefine the rules of the game

Looking for a set that's packed with state-of-the-art features and high-quality value? Look no further than the Shimano 23 Vanquish 2500 SHG C Zodias 270UL Softbait Combo. It features the Shimano Zodias 270UL Ultra Light Spinning Rod, a versatile rod that's great for handling many different situations. The combo also comes with the superbly durable and powerful Shimano 23 Vanquish 2500 SHG C Spinning Reel. Combined, these top-tier Shimano equipment are winners in the water.

The Reel
Built for anglers who want enhanced control of their lure's action and feel even the smallest of changes during the retrieve. Flagship of the MAGNUMLITE series, the Shimano 23 Vanquish 2500 SHG C Spinning Reel sets new quality standards in the ultra-lightweight and finesse fishing domain. Shimano ave gone 'Beyond Lightness' to create an ultimate light-winding mechanism with unrivalled characteristics. It's the pinnacle of finesse fishing reels and packed with the very best lightweight Shimano reel technologies including exclusive CI4+ composite. The new Vanquish is the most advanced racing-spec spinning reel Shimano has ever produced.

The first thing you'll notice is the weight of the Vanquish, or rather the lack of it. The 2500 size weighs only 165g. That's remarkable and you will notice it, especially when combining the smaller sizes with high-end lightweight rods designed for finesse type techniques. The second, and probably the most pleasing aspect, is just how responsive, sensitive and smooth the Vanquish is when you use it. It responds so quickly and so precisely to your every movement and input that it feels like it has a life of its own, instinctively ready to anticipate your every thought.

The Rod
The new Shimano Zodias 270UL Ultra Light Spinning Rod has undergone a significant upgrade and now features Shimano's exclusive Carbon Monocoque Butt for the ultimate in sensitivity. The Full Carbon Monocoque rod butt is made of a hollow carbon construction, eliminating the use of EVA from the rear grip. This results in a very lightweight construction that is extremely sensitive and improves vibration transmission through the rod blank to your hand when working a lure. To provide the exact balance between power and finesse, the Zodias continues to feature Shimano's Hi-Power X graphite blank and Ci4+ Reel Seat and upgraded Fuji Stainless Alconite K guides with a SiC tip. Finished with the slick red and black cosmetics that have made the Zodias series a perfect match for many Shimano reels.

Carbon Monocoque
Carbon Monoqoque grip is a new level of high sensitivity for rods with the innovative idea of hollowing the rear grip by carbon integral moulding. This allows for unprecedented lightness and sensitivity.

Hi-Power X
In Hi-Power X construction, the blank's outermost layer is diagonally wrapped with carbon tape, which forms an array of "X" shapes. The width of the tape, its winding angle and the part of the rod being wrapped are fine-tuned according to the target fish species. The flexibility allows Shimano to adjust these wraps during construction for precise actions, enhanced overall strength and added twist resistance. In short, Hi-Power X construction delivers sharp and crisp rod control by the angler.

Shimano 23 Vanquish 2500 SHG C Spinning Reel Features:

• HAGANE Body
• HAGANE Gear
• Micromodule Gear II
• X-Ship: provides improved gear performance
• Infinity Loop: super slow oscillating that goes beyond slow oscillating
• Infinity Xross: advancements in the gear tooth design improve the surface contact and meshing between the drive gear and pinion gear
• Infinity Drive: new main shaft supporting structure that improves winding torque and allows for incredibly smooth and light rotation
• Dura Cross
• Silent Drive: smooth and quiet reel rotation
• Magnumlite Rotor: unprecedented light and sensitive rotation
• Anti-Twist Fin: trouble-free line management
• X-Protect
• G Free Body
• AR-C Spool
• Long Stroke Spool: longer stroke compared to conventional spool designs
• CI4+
• Rigid Support Drag: allows smooth and consistent drag delivery
• S A-RB Bearings
• One-Piece Bail: seamless design reduces friction and decreases the chance of tangles or the line catching on the bail arm

Shimano 23 Vanquish 2500 SHG C Spinning Reel Specifications:

• Model: VQ2500SHGC
• Gear ratio: 5.8:1
• Max drag: 4kg
• Weight: 165g
• Mono line capacity (lb/m): 5-110, 6-95, 8-70
• Mono line capacity (mm-m): 0.16-150, 0.18-120, 0.20-95
• Fluoro line capacity (lb/yd): 4-130, 5-100, 6-80
• PE line capacity (no.-m): 0.6-200, 0.8-150, 1-120
• Powerpro braid capacity (lb/yd): 5-140, 8-120, 10-85
• Retrieve per crank: 86cm
• Handle length: 55mm
• Bearings: 11/1

Shimano Zodias 270UL Ultra Light Spinning Rod Features:

• Carbon Monocoque Butt: made of a hollow carbon construction, eliminating the use of EVA from the rear grip
• Lightweight construction
• Extremely sensitive
• Improved vibration transmission through the rod blank to your hand
• Hi-Power X graphite blank
• Ci4+ reel seat
• Upgraded Fuji Stainless Alconite K guides with a SiC tip
• Slick red and black cosmetics

Shimano Zodias 270UL Ultra Light Spinning Rod Specifications:

• Product code: 20ZOD270UL
• Length: 7ft
• Line weight: 2-5lb
• Lure weight: 2-7g
• Pieces: 2
• Action: Ultra Light