About this piece
The Shimano 22 Bantam 165MH is a technical medium-heavy baitcasting rod that delivers precise lure control through a low-taper blank. Its strong tip and resilient butt section work together to transmit subtle inputs directly to the lure, making it ideal for fast-paced bottom techniques and twitching hard baits. This 1-piece rod offers exceptional sensitivity and hooksetting power.
Key features
- Low-taper blank for direct lure manipulation and sensitivity
- Strong tip and resilient butt for powerful, accurate hooksets
- Versatile for jig & worm bottom techniques and hard bait twitching
- Medium-heavy power with regular fast action for precise control
- 1-piece design maximizes sensitivity and strength
- Handles mono/FC 10-20 lb and PE max 4 lines
Best for
- Bass fishing with jigs, worms, and bottom contact lures
- Twitching topwater lures like pencil baits and frogs
- Anglers seeking a technical rod for precise lure control
- Freshwater bass fishing in various conditions
