Shimano 26 Zodias Spinning Rod | Wild Current Fishing Sydney

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The Shimano 26 Zodias Spinning Rod is a 2026 JDM release built for anglers who take their fishing seriously. Trained and tested in fishing grounds around the world, the Zodias has been refined for real fishing performance: a highly balanced blank for a nimble feel, HI-POWER X construction for improved casting accuracy and power transmission, and a CARBON MONOCOQUE handle that clearly conveys every change in the water.

Available now at Wild Current, your local fishing rods specialist based in Rosebery, Sydney. Whether you're fishing the harbour, chasing bass in freshwater, or heading further afield, this genuine Japanese domestic market (JDM) spinning rod delivers the honest, reliable performance modern bass fishing demands, in 16 lengths and actions to suit your style.

Explore the full range of Shimano fishing gear at Wild Current — Sydney's trusted fishing tackle store.

Shimano 26 Zodias spinning fishing rod HI-POWER X blank construction diagram

Shimano 26 Zodias spinning rod Carbon Monocoque handle detail

Specs

Model	Length	Closed Length	Taper	Rod Weight	Lure Weight	Line Rating	PE Rating
264UL-2	6'4" / 1.93 m	99.5 cm	F	90 g	2-7 g	2.5-5 lb	MAX 0.8
264L-2	6'4" / 1.93 m	99.8 cm	F	90 g	3-10 g	3-6 lb	MAX 1
268L-2	6'8" / 2.03 m	104.5 cm	F	95 g	3-10 g	3-6 lb	MAX 1
268ML-2	6'8" / 2.03 m	104.8 cm	F	95 g	4-12 g	4-8 lb	MAX 1.2
270M-2	7'0" / 2.13 m	109.5 cm	RF	105 g	5-15 g	5-10 lb	MAX 1.5
274ML-2	7'4" / 2.24 m	115 cm	R	105 g	4-12 g	4-8 lb	MAX 1.2
164L-BFS/2	6'4" / 1.93 m	99.5 cm	FF	95 g	3.5-10 g	6-12 lb	MAX 1.5
166ML-2	6'6" / 1.98 m	102 cm	F	102 g	5-15 g	7-14 lb	MAX 2
166M-2	6'6" / 1.98 m	102 cm	F	102 g	7-21 g	8-16 lb	MAX 3
166MH-2	6'6" / 1.98 m	102 cm	F	107 g	10-30 g	10-20 lb	MAX 4
166MH-S	6'6" / 1.98 m	167.8 cm	FF	107 g	7-21 g	8-16 lb	MAX 3
168L-BFS/2	6'8" / 2.03 m	104.5 cm	FF	100 g	3.5-10 g	6-12 lb	MAX 1.5
1610ML-2	6'10" / 2.08 m	107 cm	RF	105 g	5-15 g	7-14 lb	MAX 2
1610M-2	6'10" / 2.08 m	107 cm	F	110 g	7-21 g	8-16 lb	MAX 3
1610MH-2	6'10" / 2.08 m	107 cm	F	112 g	10-30 g	10-20 lb	MAX 4
176M-2	7'6" / 2.29 m	117.5 cm	F	122 g	7-21 g	8-16 lb	MAX 3

Source: Shimano official 26 Zodias specification table

Shimano

Founded in Japan in 1921, Shimano built its reputation on precision engineering long before it entered fishing tackle in the 1970s. Today it's one of the two dominant global forces in the sport, producing everything from entry-level spin combos to tournament-grade offshore reels and rods.

Why Shimano

Rigorous manufacturing and testing standards behind every reel and rod
Shimano tackle was behind over 60% of IGFA world record catches in a recent record year
Range spans beginner to pro, freshwater to offshore
Decades of engineering heritage with strong parts and service support

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