Shimano - Rod Aero Technium Competition

Shimano's ultimate long range surf rod, the Aero Technium Competition is designed without compromise, and uses the very latest technology and design techniques to maximise distance casting and fishing performance for anglers fishing at the highest levels.<br>The name Aero Technium has long been associated with extreme distance casting and this new range of 6 Competition models continues the reputation. If you are an angler who wants to maximise your casting potential, whilst maintaining optimum fishing performance, this range is for you. With a range of different tip options, to suit a wide range of competition angler preferences, Aero Technium leaves nothing to chance.<br>Put simply, the Aero Technium Competition is the finest long-range surf rod Shimano has ever built and when combined with the Aero Technium MGS reel delivers a remarkable long range combination.<br>The secret of the Aero Technium Competition exceptional performance is in the carbon technology used. A combination of Spiral X Core, Nanopitch and Hi-Power X work in harmony to maximise power imparted into the lead during the cast. Spiral X Core and Nanopitch combine to reduce overall weight, enabling faster rod speeds. They also deliver a massive amount of power and torsional rigidity, allowing maximum force to be transferred through the blank. Hi-Power X construction uses different layers of carbon to eliminate blank twist when under pressure, resulting in a more direct application of power. And if this combination of technology isn't enough for you, check out the 3 different tip options available.<br>The Hybrid Tip option is mainly hollow, with a section of solid tip spliced seamlessly at the end for increasing bite detection. The Long Hybrid tips have a longer solid tip section which increases bite detection even more. Finally, for the ultimate in bite detection, especially from small 'competition' sized fish, using fine main lines, there's the Sensitive Long Hybrid which maximises bites to a level never seen in such a powerful casting rod.<br>There is also a choice of guides to suit your preference. Fuji Titanium SIC RV-type guides paired with Fuji Titanium NS7 reel seat, preferred by anglers using ultra thin lines or the more traditional Fuji Titanium SIC K-type with Fuji DNPS reel seat.