Product SKU |
length |
taper |
Number of parts |
collapsed length |
Weight |
Tip diameter |
Lure weight |
Compatible line nylon (lb) |
Compatible line PE (No.) |
Grip length |
grip type |
Carbon content |
JAN Code |
163L-BFS/2 |
6'3" / 1.9M |
FF |
2 |
98.5cm |
90 |
1.5mm |
3.5g-10g |
6-12 |
MAX 1.5 |
205mm |
carbon monocoque |
96.6% |
4969363353016 |
166M-2 |
6'6" / 1.98M |
R |
2 |
102cm |
97 |
1.8mm |
7g-21g |
8-16 |
MAX 3 |
235mm |
carbon monocoque |
98.4% |
4969363355812 |
166XH-SB/2 |
6'6" / 1.98M |
R |
2 |
102cm |
125 |
2.3mm |
MAX 150g |
14-30 |
MAX 6 |
250mm |
carbon monocoque |
96.8% |
4969363353023 |
167MH-2 |
6'7" / 2.01M |
RF |
2 |
103.5cm |
112 |
1.8mm |
10g-30g |
10-20 |
MAX 4 |
245mm |
carbon monocoque |
97.5% |
4969363353030 |
1610M-2 |
6'10" / 2.08M |
RF |
2 |
107cm |
100 |
1.8mm |
7g-21g |
8-16 |
MAX 3 |
250mm |
carbon monocoque |
97.6% |
4969363353047 |
170M-G/2 |
7'0" / 2.13M |
R |
2 |
109.5cm |
122 |
2.4mm |
7g-30g |
8-16 |
MAX 3 |
265mm |
carbon monocoque |
77.4% |
4969363355829 |
172MH-2 |
7'2" / 2.18M |
RF |
2 |
112cm |
117 |
1.9mm |
10g-30g |
10-20 |
MAX 4 |
258mm |
carbon monocoque |
99.4% |
4969363353054 |
172H-2 |
7'2" / 2.18M |
F |
2 |
112cm |
120 |
2mm |
14g-42g |
12-25 |
MAX 5 |
263mm |
carbon monocoque |
97.6% |
4969363353061 |
261SUL+-2 |
6'1" / 1.85M |
RF |
2 |
95.5cm |
82 |
1.8mm |
1.5g-7g |
2-4 |
MAX 0.6 |
195mm |
carbon monocoque |
96.7% |
4969363338464 |
263L-S/2 |
6'3" / 1.91M |
FF |
2 |
98.5cm |
87 |
1.1mm |
2g-7g |
2.5-5 |
MAX 0.8 |
200mm |
carbon monocoque |
98% |
4969363353078 |
264UL-2 |
6'4" / 1.93M |
F |
2 |
99.5cm |
87 |
1.4mm |
2g-7g |
2.5-5 |
MAX 0.8 |
200mm |
carbon monocoque |
96.2% |
4969363353085 |
265UL+-2 |
6'5" / 1.96M |
RF |
2 |
101cm |
85 |
1.8mm |
2g-10g |
2.5-5 |
MAX 1.2 |
220mm |
carbon monocoque |
97.4% |
4969363355836 |
265ML-2 |
6'5" / 1.96M |
RF |
2 |
101cm |
87 |
1.5mm |
4g-12g |
4-8 |
MAX 1.2 |
205mm |
carbon monocoque |
97.6% |
4969363355843 |
266L-2 |
6'6" / 1.98M |
F |
2 |
102cm |
92 |
1.5mm |
3g-10g |
3-6 |
MAX 1 |
205mm |
carbon monocoque |
99.1% |
4969363353092 |
267L+-2 |
6'7" / 2.01M |
RF |
2 |
103.5cm |
87 |
1.8mm |
3g-12g |
3-6 |
MAX 1 |
220mm |
carbon monocoque |
97.5% |
4969363338471 |
2610ML-2 |
6'10" / 2.08M |
F |
2 |
107cm |
92 |
1.5mm |
4g-12g |
4-8 |
MAX 1.2 |
217mm |
carbon monocoque |
96.8% |
4969363353108 |
272MH-2 |
7'2" / 2.18M |
R |
2 |
112cm |
105 |
1.8mm |
g7-21g |
6-12 |
MAX 2 |
246mm |
carbon monocoque |
99.3% |
4969363353115 |
163L-BFS |
6' 3" / 1.91 m |
FF |
2 |
163.8 |
90 |
1.4 |
3.5-10 |
6-12 |
MAX 1.5 |
205 |
carbon monocoque |
99.6 |
4969363352798 |
163MH+ |
6'3" / 1.91 m |
R |
2 |
161.3 |
92 |
2.2 |
10-42 |
10-20 |
MAX 4 |
240 |
carbon monocoque |
97.5 |
4969363339195 |
165ML-BFS |
6'5" / 1.96 m |
FF |
2 |
168.1 |
90 |
1.5 |
5-15 |
7-14 |
MAX 2 |
212 |
carbon monocoque |
99.9 |
4969363352804 |
165ML-G |
6'5" / 1.96 m |
R |
2 |
166.8 |
110 |
2.1 |
5-21 |
7-14 |
MAX 2 |
225 |
carbon monocoque |
63.5 |
4969363352811 |
166M |
6'5" / 1.98 m |
R |
2 |
167.7 |
97 |
1.8 |
7-21 |
8-16 |
MAX 3 |
235 |
carbon monocoque |
98.8 |
4969363355744 |
166XH-SB |
6'5" / 1.98 m |
R |
2 |
167.3 |
127 |
2.4 |
MAX 150 |
14-30 |
MAX 6 |
250 |
carbon monocoque |
87.1 |
4969363352828 |
167MH |
6'7" / 2.01 m |
RF |
2 |
170.8 |
105 |
2.0 |
10-30 |
10-20 |
MAX 4 |
245 |
carbon monocoque |
99.6 |
4969363352835 |
168MH-S |
6'8" / 2.03 m |
F |
2 |
172.7 |
100 |
1.8 |
7-21 |
8-16 |
MAX 3 |
245 |
carbon monocoque |
98.8 |
4969363355751 |
169H |
6'9" / 2.06 m |
RF |
2 |
174.7 |
107 |
2.2 |
14-42 |
12-25 |
MAX 5 |
256 |
carbon monocoque |
97.8 |
4969363339201 |
1610ML-BFS |
6'10" / 2.08 m |
FF |
2 |
177.3 |
95 |
1.6 |
5-15 |
7-14 |
MAX 2 |
240 |
carbon monocoque |
97 |
4969363339218 |
1610M |
6'10" / 2.08 m |
RF |
2 |
176.3 |
100 |
1.8 |
7-21 |
8-16 |
MAX 3 |
250 |
carbon monocoque |
99.5 |
4969363352842 |
1610M-S |
6'10" / 2.08 m |
F |
2 |
176.3 |
100 |
1.6 |
5-15 |
7-14 |
MAX 2 |
250 |
carbon monocoque |
98.9 |
4969363352859 |
170MH |
7'0" / 2.13 m |
R |
2 |
182.3 |
120 |
2.0 |
10-30 |
10-20 |
MAX 4 |
250 |
carbon monocoque |
99.7 |
4969363352873 |
170M-G |
7'0" / 2.13 m |
R |
2 |
179.8 |
122 |
2.3 |
7-30 |
8-16 |
MAX 3 |
265 |
carbon monocoque |
69.4 |
4969363352866 |
172ML/H |
7'2" / 2.18 m |
FF |
2 |
187 |
115 |
1.6 |
5-42 |
7-14 |
MAX 2 |
253 |
carbon monocoque |
98.4 |
4969363355768 |
172MH |
7'2" / 2.18 m |
RF |
2 |
186.5 |
122 |
2.0 |
10-30 |
10-20 |
MAX 4 |
258 |
carbon monocoque |
99.6 |
4969363352880 |
172H |
7'2" / 2.18 m |
F |
2 |
186 |
120 |
2.3 |
14-42 |
12-25 |
MAX 5 |
263 |
carbon monocoque |
99.6 |
4969363352897 |
180XXH-SB |
8'0" / 2.44 m |
R |
2 |
203.8 |
170 |
2.6 |
MAX 300 |
16-35 |
MAX 7 |
340 |
carbon monocoque |
96.4 |
4969363355775 |
259UL |
5'9" / 1.75 m |
FF |
2 |
149.8 |
77 |
1.4 |
2-7 |
2.5-5 |
MAX 0.8 |
175 |
carbon monocoque |
99.8 |
4969363352903 |
259SUL-S |
5'9" / 1.75 m |
FF |
2 |
149.7 |
72 |
0.9 |
1-5 |
1.5-3 |
MAX 0.5 |
175 |
carbon monocoque |
98 |
4969363355782 |
261SUL+ |
6'1" / 1.85 m |
RF |
2 |
157.8 |
82 |
1.6 |
1.5-7 |
2-4 |
MAX 0.6 |
195 |
carbon monocoque |
99.6 |
4969363352910 |
261UL-S |
6'1" / 1.85 m |
FF |
2 |
157.2 |
82 |
0.9 |
1.5-6 |
2-4 |
MAX 0.6 |
200 |
carbon monocoque |
98.1 |
4969363339225 |
263L-S |
6'3" / 1.91 m |
FF |
2 |
163.3 |
82 |
0.9 |
2-7 |
2.5-5 |
MAX 0.8 |
200 |
carbon monocoque |
99.5 |
4969363352927 |
264UL |
6'4" / 1.93 m |
F |
2 |
165.3 |
85 |
1.4 |
2-7 |
2.5-5 |
MAX 0.8 |
200 |
carbon monocoque |
99.5 |
4969363352934 |
264M+ |
6'4" / 1.93 m |
R |
2 |
164.3 |
87 |
1.7 |
5-21 |
5-10 |
MAX 1.5 |
210 |
carbon monocoque |
99.5 |
4969363352941 |
264ML-G |
6'4" / 1.93 m |
R |
2 |
164.9 |
95 |
1.8 |
4-15 |
4-8 |
MAX 1.2 |
205 |
carbon monocoque |
68.9 |
4969363355799 |
265UL+ |
6'5" / 1.96 m |
RF |
2 |
166.3 |
87 |
1.6 |
2-10 |
2.5-5 |
MAX 0.8 |
220 |
carbon monocoque |
99.3 |
4969363352958 |
265ML |
6'5" / 1.96 m |
RF |
2 |
167.9 |
87 |
1.6 |
4-12 |
4-8 |
MAX 1.2 |
205 |
carbon monocoque |
98.4 |
4969363355805 |
266L |
6'6" / 1.98 m |
F |
2 |
169.8 |
87 |
1.4 |
3-10 |
3-6 |
MAX 1 |
205 |
carbon monocoque |
99.5 |
4969363352965 |
267L+ |
6'7" / 2.01 m |
RF |
2 |
171.3 |
87 |
1.7 |
3-12 |
3-6 |
MAX 1 |
220 |
carbon monocoque |
99.3 |
4969363352972 |
2610ML |
6'10" / 2.08 m |
F |
2 |
178.6 |
90 |
1.6 |
4-12 |
4-8 |
MAX 1.2 |
217 |
carbon monocoque |
99.4 |
4969363352989 |
2610M-S |
6'10" / 2.08 m |
FF |
2 |
178.2 |
90 |
1.1 |
4-12 |
4-8 |
MAX 1.2 |
221 |
carbon monocoque |
99.3 |
4969363352996 |
270MH+ |
7'0" / 2.13 m |
R |
2 |
182.8 |
100 |
2.0 |
7-30 |
6-12 |
MAX 2 |
235 |
carbon monocoque |
99.6 |
4969363353009 |
The Shimano Expride series is a top-tier bass fishing rod range, specifically designed to meet the needs of modern anglers. This series features the innovative Carbon Monocoque Grip, which enhances sensitivity and reduces the overall weight by over 10%, providing superior casting accuracy and improved performance. The series includes a wide range of models, from big bait to finesse fishing, and utilizes High Power X technology to reduce rod twisting during casts, ensuring maximum power and control. The grip is coated with a matte rubber for extra comfort, even in wet conditions.
Key Features:
- Carbon Monocoque Grip: For increased sensitivity and reduced weight.
- High Power X Technology: Reduces twisting during casts.
- Wide Range of Models: From big bait to finesse fishing.
- Matte Rubber Coating: Enhances grip and comfort in wet conditions.
Versatility:
The Expride series offers specialized models for various fishing techniques, including big bait casting, mid-stroke, power finesse, and more. Each model is designed to adapt to the evolving needs of bass fishing, making this rod series versatile and reliable for both professional and amateur anglers.
New Design Enhancements:
The edge-type carbon monocoque grip improves casting precision and comfort by creating an ergonomic shape for the fingers to rest on, leading to better grip and control. Additionally, the blank design enhances sensitivity, allowing anglers to feel the slightest movements underwater. The rod also comes with a Perfection XT reel seat, coated with a non-slip matte rubber finish for a sleek yet functional design.
This makes the Shimano Expride series not only a performance-driven rod but also an aesthetically appealing one, offering high-end features at a mid-range price point. Whether you’re casting long distances or performing precise lure actions, the Expride series covers all fishing needs.