About this piece
The Shimano 25 Limited Pro FW Light Special 85 sets a new benchmark for ayu rods, achieving Shimano's lightest ever 85-length model. At just 172 g, this 8.5 m, 7-piece rod delivers exceptional lightness in hand, reduced wind resistance, and surgical control. Advanced Spiral X Core+ technology eliminates the typical weaknesses of thin-walled blanks, ensuring uncanny power and precision for traditional tomo-zuri fishing.
Key features
- Shimano's lightest 85-length ayu rod at 172 g, elevating all-day comfort.
- Spiral X Core + construction suppresses blank twist for crisp, accurate control.
- G Cross Protector reinforces joints, drastically reducing breakage risk.
- Metal top plug with laser-engraved SHIMANO 25 LIMITED PRO FW LIGHT SPECIAL.
- Thin-walled yet powerful blank masters upward swimming manipulation with zero sway.
- 7-piece design collapses to 141.5 cm for effortless transport and storage.
Best for
- Ayu sweetfish anglers practicing traditional tomo-zuri (friend fishing).
- Anglers demanding ultra-light, high-sensitivity rods for finesse presentations.
- Fishing with light omori rigs (0-2 go) and fine nylon or metal lines.
