About this piece
The Shimano Cardiff Native Special S72L is a 2-piece spinning rod designed for targeting trout in medium to large rivers and lakes. It features Spiral X and High Power X technologies to reduce blank twist and increase power transmission, with a soft tube top for better bite detection with PE lines.
Key features
- Spiral X and High Power X blank construction eliminates twisting and power loss.
- Soft tube top provides flexibility and improves hook setting with minimal line stretch.
- 2-piece design with a folded length of 112.3 cm for easy transport.
- Light power rated for lures 4-18 g and lines up to 12 lb or PE 1.
- Ideal for a wide range of techniques from finesse minnows to heavy sinking lures.
Best for
- Targeting large trout like sea-run browns and oversized rainbows.
- Both delicate presentations with light minnows and aggressive deep diving crankbaits.
- Medium to large rivers and lakes where long casts and powerful hook sets are needed.
- Anglers using PE braid for increased sensitivity and better bite detection.
