About this piece
The Shimano 23 Trout One AS S60XUL is a refined area trout rod built for fundamental performance with modern enhancements. Its High Power X blank increases rigidity and reduces power loss during casts and fights, while the Softube top delivers delicate tip action for detecting faint short bites. This ultralight 2-piece rod excels in finesse presentations with lightweight lures.
Key features
- High Power X blank construction improves casting distance and accuracy.
- Softube tubular tip enhances bite detection for subtle, nipping strikes.
- Compact 93.9 cm folded length and 68 g weight for easy portability.
- Carbon content of 88.6% ensures a lightweight, responsive blank.
- Versatile 0.4–3.5 g lure range with line ratings of 1–3 lb mono or PE 0.15–0.4.
- Optimized for spoons and micro plugs, especially in short-bite scenarios.
Best for
- Area trout fishing in managed ponds and lakes.
- Casting ultralight spoons, micro crankbaits, and small plugs.
- Anglers needing a sensitive rod for finicky trout.
- Finesse techniques where subtle bite detection is critical.
