Description
Shimano 23 Zodias Travel Spin Rods
For 2023 the Zodias series has received a major upgrade and now features Shimano's exclusive Carbon Monocoque Butt for exceptional sensitivity and finesse. The Zodias travel series comes equipped with Hi Power X Blanks and FUJI Stainless Steel K Guides with Alconite + SiC Tip Inserts. Available in both baitcast and light spin options, this series is perfect for anglers on the go.
Features & Technology:
- Carbon Monocoque: Carbon Monocoque grip is a carbon-molded grip that is lightweight with high sensitivity, transferring even the smallest vibration to an angler’s hand. The Carbon Monocoque Grip increases sensitivity by 30% compared to traditional rod handles and utilises a hollow structure that eliminates unnecessary parts of the rear grip to improve weight reduction and vibration transmission.
- Hi-Power X: Hi-Power X construction uses diagonally-wrapped carbon tape to form an array of "X" shapes on the rod blank's outermost layer. 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. This manufacturing process 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 for the angler.
- Ci4+: Ci4 is a Shimano original material reinforced with carbon fiber that is lighter and has a higher strength than conventional resin material. Ci4+ is an advanced version of the original Ci4 material and is 2.5x more rigid than its predecessor. While improving lightness and rigidity, reel bodies, rotors and reel seats built with Ci4+ are further reduced in size and weight.
Specifications & Dimensions:
| Model | Length (ft) | Length (m) | Action | Pieces | Weight (g) | Lure Weight (g) |
| 64L Light Spin | 6'4" | 1.93 | F | 5 | 105 | 3-10 |
| 68ML Medium Light Spin | 6'8" | 2.03 | F | 5 | 110 | 4-12 |
| 70M Medium Spin | 7'0" | 2.13 RF | RF | 5 | 115 | 5-15 |
