Shimano 20-22 Zodias Series

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Product	length	taper	pieces	Closing dimensions	weight	Tip diameter	Jig weight (g)	Compatible line nylon/fluoro(lb)	Grip length	grip type	Carbon content
164L-BFS	6'4" / 1.93m	FF	2	166.7cm	92g	1.4mm	4-12	6-12	209mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
166ML	6'6" / 1.98m	F	2	169.7cm	95g	1.6mm	5-15	7-14	229mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
166ML-G	6'6" / 1.98m	R	2	168.6cm	117g	2.2mm	5-21	7-16	239mm	Carbon Monocoque	59%
166M	6'6" / 1.98m	F	2	169.2cm	102g	1.8mm	7-21	8-16	234mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
166M-G	6'6" / 1.98m	R	2	168.6cm	125g	2.2mm	7-28	10-20	239mm	Carbon Monocoque	60%
166MH	6'6" / 1.98m	F	2	168.6cm	108g	2mm	10-30	10-20	239mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
167M-S	6'7" / 2.01m	FF	2	172.2cm	97g	1.2mm	4-15	6-12	235mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
168L-BFS	6'8" / 2.03m	FF	2	174.7cm	97g	1.5mm	4-12	6-12	229mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
169MH-S	6'9" / 2.06m	FF	2	176.1cm	107g	1.6mm	5-21	7-14	244mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
1610ML	6'10" / 2.08m	RF	2	178.9cm	107g	1.6mm	5-15	6-12	239mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
1610M	6'10" / 2.08m	F	2	178.2cm	110g	1.7mm	7-21	8-16	244mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
1610MH	6'10" / 2.08m	F	2	177.7cm	112g	1.8mm	10-30	10-20	249mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
170M-G	7'0" / 2.13m	R	2	181.1cm	132g	2.3mm	7-28	8-20	265mm	Carbon Monocoque	46%
172MH	7'2" / 2.18m	F	2	185.6cm	122g	2.1mm	10-30	10-20	270mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
172MH-G	7'2" / 2.18m	R	2	183.8cm	155g	2.7mm	10-42	14-30	290mm	Carbon Monocoque	43%
172H	7'2" / 2.18m	F	2	184.6cm	127g	2.2mm	12-42	12-25	280mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
264UL-S	6'4" / 1.93m	FF	2	167.7cm	92g	0.8mm	1.5-5	2-5	203mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
264UL	6'4" / 1.93m	F	2	167.7cm	95g	1.4mm	2-7	2-5	203mm	Carbon Monocoque	93%
264L	6'4" / 1.93m	F	2	167.7cm	95g	1.4mm	3-10	3-6	203mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
264ML	6'4" / 1.93m	RF	2	167.7cm	94g	1.6mm	4-12	5-10	203mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
266ML-G	6'6" / 1.98m	R	2	171cm	117g	2mm	4-15	5-10	220mm	Carbon Monocoque	54%
268L-S	6'8" / 2.03m	FF	2	177.3cm	92g	0.9mm	2.5-10	3-6	208mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
268L	6'8" / 2.03m	F	2	177.2cm	97g	1.5mm	3-10	3-6	208mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
268ML	6'8" / 2.03m	F	2	177.2cm	100g	1.6mm	4-12	4-8	208mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
166MH-2	6'6" / 1.98m	F	2	101.6cm	105g	2mm	10-30	10-20	239mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
170M-G/2	7'0" / 2.13m	R	2	109.2cm	120g	2.3mm	7-28	8-20	265mm	Carbon Monocoque	71%
172H-2	7'2" / 2.18m	F	2	111.7cm	130g	2.1mm	12-42	12-25	280mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
172MH-2	7'2" / 2.18m	F	2	111.9cm	125g	2.1mm	10-30	10-20	270mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
1610MH-2	6'10" / 2.08m	F	2	106.7cm	110g	2mm	10-30	10-20	249mm	Carbon Monocoque	100%
270M-2	7'0" / 2.13m	RF	2	109.2cm	107g	1.7mm	5-15	5-10	233mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
270MH-2	7'0" / 2.13m	R	2	109.3cm	112g	1.8mm	7-12	6-12	238mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
166ML-2	6'6" / 1.98m	F	2	101.7cm	100g	1.6mm	5-15	7-14	229mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
166ML-G/2	6'6" / 1.98m	R	2	101.8cm	112g	2.2mm	5-21	7-16	239mm	Carbon Monocoque	69%
166M-2	6'6" / 1.98m	F	2	101.7cm	102g	1.8mm	7-21	8-16	234mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
167M-S/2	6'7" / 2.01m	FF	2	103cm	100g	1.4mm	4-15	6-12	235mm	Carbon Monocoque	98%
168L-BFS/2	6'8" / 2.03m	FF	2	104.2cm	100g	1.5mm	4-12	6-12	229mm	Carbon Monocoque	95%
169MH-S/2	6'9" / 2.06m	FF	2	105.8cm	107g	1.6mm	5-21	7-14	244mm	Carbon Monocoque	98%
1610ML-2	6'10" / 2.08m	RF	2	106.8cm	102g	1.7mm	5-15	6-12	239mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
1610M-2	6'10" / 2.08m	F	2	106.7cm	107g	1.8mm	7-21	8-16	244mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
176M-2	7'6" / 2.29m	F	2	117.2cm	125g	2mm	7-21	8-16	285mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
264UL-S/2	6'4" / 1.93m	FF	2	99.2cm	90g	0.8mm	1.5-5	2-5	203mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
264UL-2	6'4" / 1.93m	F	2	99.2cm	92g	1.5mm	2-7	2-5	203mm	Carbon Monocoque	97%
264L-2	6'4" / 1.93m	F	2	99.2cm	92g	1.5mm	3-10	3-6	203mm	Carbon Monocoque	96%
264ML-2	6'4" / 1.93m	RF	2	99.6cm	94g	1.6mm	4-12	5-10	203mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
266ML-G/2	6'6" / 1.98m	R	2	101.7cm	110g	2mm	4-15	5-10	220mm	Carbon Monocoque	65%
268L-S/2	6'8" / 2.03m	FF	2	104.3cm	92g	0.9mm	2.5-10	3-6	208mm	Carbon Monocoque	98%
268L-2	6'8" / 2.03m	F	2	104.2cm	95g	1.5mm	3-10	3-6	208mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
268ML-2	6'8" / 2.03m	F	2	104.2cm	97g	1.6mm	4-12	4-8	208mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%
270MH-2	7'0" / 2.13m	R	2	109.3cm	112g	1.8mm	7-12	6-12	238mm	Carbon Monocoque	99%

The Shimano Zodias series, a high-performance bass rod line, underwent a significant upgrade in 2020. The most notable feature of the 20 Zodias is the Carbon Monocoque Grip, which was previously only available on higher-end models like the Poison Ultima and World Shaula. This grip improves sensitivity by 30%, making it easier to detect subtle changes underwater.

Another key feature is the Perfection Seat XT made from CI4+, a carbon material that enhances lightness and vibration transmission, allowing anglers to feel the underwater environment more clearly. The design also supports delicate lure operations.

The 20 Zodias also features Shimano's Hi-Power X technology, which strengthens the rod's blanks with carbon tape in an X pattern. This reduces twisting and improves casting accuracy, as well as power during hooksets and fights with fish.

Despite its advanced features, the 20 Zodias remains lightweight, comparable to higher-end rods like the Poison Adrena. The lineup includes 30 models, with some new additions like the 167M-S and 170M-G/2, offering options for various fishing styles.

Overall, the 20 Zodias offers exceptional performance at an affordable price, making it a great choice for both beginners and seasoned anglers. The rod's combination of technology and cost-effectiveness makes it a standout option in Shimano's lineup.