Shimano Grappler Type LJ Rods

Power doesn’t always come in big packages, and nothing displays that more than the Grappler Light Jigging rods: lightweight, thin blanks designed for jigging in situations that don’t require the additional power of our Type J rods. Utilizing Shimano’s highest performing rod blank technologies, Spiral X and Hi-Power X, Grappler Type LJ blanks are 250% more structurally rigid and 180% less prone to twisting than standard blank construction. Perfect for fishing Coltsniper jigs on nearshore reefs, or farther out to deepwater live bottom, Grappler LJ is the perfect lightweight jigging option.

Features:

• SPIRAL X: Through its exclusive lightweight structure, Shimano's patented Spiral X construction enhances catching power for anglers. Spiral X construction consists of three layers: a middle layer of vertical fibers as well as inner and outer layers, both comprised of carbon tape that tightly winds the blank diagonally in opposite directions. By using this carbon tape in place of a conventional horizontal fiber sheet, Spiral X achieves enhanced compression rigidity and increased torsional rigidity without adding extra weight. This in turn facilitates instant power transmission for precise casting and fish fighting.
• CI4+ REEL SEAT: CI4 is a Shimano original material reinforced with carbon fiber that is lighter and has a higher strength than conventional resin material. CI4+ is an advanced version of the original CI4 material and is 2.5x more rigid than its predecessor. The use of CI4+ for the reel seat increases sensitivity and reduces weight while also delivering remarkable rigidity for perfect reel fixation and better rod efficiency.
• HI-POWER X: Hi-Power X construction uses diagonally-wrapped carbon tape to form an array of "X" shapes on the rod blank's outermost layer. The width of the tape, its winding angle and the part of the rod being wrapped are fine-tuned according to the target fish species. This manufacturing process allows Shimano to adjust these wraps during construction for precise actions, enhanced overall strength and added twist resistance. In short, Hi-Power X construction delivers sharp and crisp rod control for the angler.