Shimano Zodias JDM Fishing Rods

Shimano JDM Zodias Spinning Rods

The Shimano Zodias Spinning Rods are pretty well unbeatable in the lightweight spinning and casting category. Versatility is the name of the game here and indeed the intention of Shimano with the Zodias range. Well, deliver they have. And we challenge any angler to put their brand loyalty aside and judge a better product in this category.

Land or boat, artificial or flesh baits, the Shimano Zodias presents an inshore go anywhere do anything master rod. The combination of Ci4+ reel seats, Fuji Silicon tip and Fast to extra fast actions make these guys super sensitive. The angler can easily distinguish between touches with structure and snags, contact with the contours of the river bed and bites, touches and the most cautious of enquiries. While it sounds highly strung, it’s not. In fact it gives the opposite feeling.  Balanced with a suitable reel, the overall feeling it imbues is one confidence and having all the time in the world.

Casting is long and accurate thanks to the high tech blank. Fuji guides assist the line to peel of perfectly and the split butt provides an ergonomic feel and flexibility in casting. The leverage of the split butt and firm feel of the EVA grips allow anglers to play hard when a tough competitor is reluctant to leave the shelter or starts heading straight for it.

Choosing your Zodias will come down to application. Are you casting from land or boat? Are you throwing light soft plastics or hard body? Would you like the option to drift live yabbies over sand banks? Are you looking to refine your rig as much as possible for a particular target species? Or would you prefer some general purpose options?

Check the specs below. The 268L is for light applications while the 268ML will boost the weight a little. For casting, decide your preferred weight between the 270ML and 270M. Whichever way you go the quality of inclusions, technology and build quality are Shimano’s best. The Zodias spinning rods are outstanding spinning kit for the discerning angler who demands the ultimate in performance.

Features and Specifications

• High Power, High Quality Graphite Rod Blank
• Sports fast-extra fast actions
• Split butt rod grip design ideal for spinning
• Shimano Ci4+ Reel Seats
• High quality Silicon Fuji rod Top / Alconite Guides
• Shimano JDM Rod Range Zodias Model
• Spin Type (Suits Spinning Reels)
• Current upgraded model: 2020 Carbon Monocoque rod butt
• Price is for 1 rod only. Select your model of choice when ordering. All images are for illustration only. Slight differences may occur between models. 

Model Specific information

Model ZOD268L

• Light 3-6Lb Rated
• 1pc rod blank
• Approx lure cast weight 3-10 grams
• Ideal For freshwater or saltwater fishing for bream, trout, whiting and other light fish species. Our recommendation for Reel Size to suit the Shimano Zodias 268L Rod is a 1000 sized shimano spinning reel.

ZOD268ML

• Medium-Light 4-8lb Rated
• Length approx: 6ft 8 inches
• 1pc rod blank
• Approx lure cast weight 4-12 grams
• Perfect for both fresh and saltwater. Think, Lakes, Rivers, inlets etc for a host of light estuarine fish species such as Australian bass, trout, whiting, flathead, redfin and more. In terms of fishing reel size we recommend paring the Zodias 68ML to a 2500 Sized Spinning Reel.

ZOD270ML

• Medium-Light 4-8Lb Rated
• Length approx: 7 foot
• 2pc rod  (1pc main blank detachable butt)
• Approx lure cast weight 4-12 grams
• Perfect for both fresh and saltwater. Think, Lakes, Rivers, inlets etc for a host of light estuarine fish species such as Australian bass, trout, whiting, flathead, redfin and more. In terms of fishing reel size we recommend paring the Zodias 70ML to a 2500 Sized Spinning Reel.

ZOD270M

• Medium-Light 5-10Lb Rated
• Length approx: 7 foot
• 2pc rod (1pc main blank detachable butt)
• Approx lure cast weight 5-15 grams
• Perfect for both fresh and saltwater. Think, Lakes, Rivers, inlets etc for a host of light estuarine fish species such as Australian bass, trout, whiting, flathead, redfin and more. In terms of fishing reel size we recommend paring the Zodias 70ML to a 2500 Sized Spinning Reel.

ZOD270UL

• Ultra Light 2-5lb Rated
• Length approx: 7ft
• 1pc rod blank
• Approx lure cast weight 2-7 grams
• Ultra light fishing rod. Best suiting a 1000 sized Shimano river for ultra light fishing styles.

ZOD264L

• Light 3-6Lb Rated
• Length approx: 6ft 4 inches
• 1pc rod
• Approx lure cast weight 3-10 grams
• Perfect for both fresh and saltwater. Think, Lakes, Rivers, inlets etc for a host of light estuarine fish species such as Australian bass, trout, whiting, flathead, redfin and more. In terms of fishing reel size we recommend paring the Zodias 264L to a 2500 Sized Spinning Reel.

ZOD270L

• Medium-Light 3-6lb Rated
• Length approx: 7ft 
• 1pc rod
• Approx lure cast weight 3-10 grams
• Perfect for both fresh and saltwater. Think, Lakes, Rivers, inlets etc for a host of light estuarine fish species such as Australian bass, trout, whiting, flathead, redfin and more. In terms of fishing reel size we recommend paring the Zodias 2270L to a 1000-2500 Sized Spinning Reel.

ZOD270MH

• Medium-Light 6-12lb Rated
• Length approx: 7 foot
• 2pc rod (1pc main blank detachable butt)
• Approx lure cast weight 7-21 grams
• Ideal for freshwater and saltwater fishing. Perfect for perch, light barra and mangrove jack fishing, light reef fishing and heavier estuary fishing. Ideal size spin reel for this rod is a 3000-4000 size Shimano spinning reel.

ZOD270H

• Medium-Light 7-14lb Rated
• Length approx: 7 foot
• 2pc rod (1pc main blank detachable butt)
• Approx lure cast weight 10-30 grams
• Perfect for freshwater and saltwater fishing. Great for perch, light barra and mangrove jack fishing, light reef fishing and heavier estuary fishing. Ideal size spin reel for this rod is a 3000-4000 size Shimano spinning reel

Zodias Travel Rods

As of September 2023 we now have Zodias travel rods for sale. These travel rods are ordered in from shimano when you order with us. There is usually a 1-2 day dispatch delay.

Benefits

• The High Power X Graphite blanks and supremely powerful and eliminate twist putting the focus of the power where you need it, either while casting, striking and fighting.
• Ci4+ reel seat lock your reel in place like a vice. They are incredibly lightweight and sensitive, transferring every touch through to you.
• The Fuji Guides are lightweight, strong and sensitive. Fuji adds perfect line management to the High Power X blank.
• The split butt and EVA grips are ideal for casting comfort and accuracy and also provide excellent leverage during battle.
• Outstanding versatility for lightweight spinning and casting applications.
• This model features the upgraded carbon Monocoque rear grip which is a substantial upgrade. By eliminating eva vibration transmission and sensitivity is enhanced. In testing Shimano found sensitivity was improved over previous model by 30%.

The Shimano Zodias JDM Spinning Rods are a class act. In fact for any angler looking for lightweight action with top shelf quality and inclusions will find the Zodias range nigh on impossible to pass up. Buy yours now, they’re proving very popular.