The Shimano Poison Ultima Spinning Rod represents the pinnacle of rod building technology, bringing Shimano's premium JDM offering to the North American market. Advanced blank construction, revolutionary guide and grip systems, and cutting-edge technologies combine to create a rod that delivers unmatched performance for serious tournament anglers. The foundation of the Poison Ultima is the advanced blank construction that blends Spiral-X Core and Hi-Power X technologies. Spiral-X Core wraps the blank in multiple layers of carbon fiber at opposing angles to create incredible multi-directional strength while maintaining an incredibly light weight. Hi-Power X further reinforces the blank with additional layers that dramatically increase twist resistance, ensuring maximum power transfer during hooksets and fights. The result is a blank that feels light and responsive in hand but delivers the backbone and power needed to control big fish. The X-Guide system unlocks the full potential of these advanced blanks by dramatically decreasing overall weight and providing heightened casting performance. The strategically positioned guides reduce blank stress and optimize line flow for longer, more accurate casts with less effort. X Solid Hi-Power tip construction provides exceptional sensitivity and durability in the tip section, allowing you to detect the lightest bites while maintaining the strength to handle aggressive hooksets. The totally new Carbon Shell Grip design is a breakthrough in sensitivity technology. The lightweight, hollow structure transmits vibrations directly through your hand, enabling you to determine even the slightest differences underwater-you'll feel bottom composition changes, light taps, and subtle bites with unprecedented clarity. Unlike traditional grip materials that dampen vibrations, the Carbon Shell Grip acts as a direct conduit for every sensation traveling up the blank. TAFTEC technology in the tip section provides exceptional i