The Shimano 26 Poison Glorious is a 4th-generation tournament bass rod designed for elite performance. It incorporates Ultimate Blanks Design (UBD) to optimize action and Fusion Grip Technology—a carbon monocoque grip with thin cork coating—for superior sensitivity, comfort, and control. The 168MH model features a Regular Fast taper and formidable MH power to handle a wide range of techniques.
Key features
- Ultimate Blanks Design (UBD) tailors blank action for precise and adaptive casting.
- Fusion Grip Technology combines a carbon monocoque grip with a thin cork layer for exquisite sensitivity and a secure, ergonomic hold.
- Regular Fast (RF) taper provides a powerful tip that blends into a resilient mid-section for accuracy and fish-fighting strength.
- 2-piece grip-joint design folds to 174 cm for easy transport without sacrificing performance.
- High-modulus carbon construction (99.9% carbon) yields an ultra-lightweight 92 g rod.
- Rated for lures 10–30 g and lines 10–20 lb (mono/fluoro) or PE Max 4.
Best for
- Power-fishing for largemouth bass with jigs and bulky soft plastic trailers.
- Casting 1/2 oz. class single-hook moving baits like spinnerbaits and vibrating jigs.
- Precise lure placement into heavy cover using side-hand or roll casts.
- Freshwater bass tournaments and serious angling demanding high sensitivity and power.
