SHIMANO SALTIE 581 MEDIUM BAITCAST ROD

Designed and constructed with northern species in mind, the all new Saltie from Shimano has a rod in the range for all popular techniques for chasing Barramundi, Threadies, Mangrove Jack, Black Jew and Golden Snapper. Premium cork grips and minimalist matte green cosmetics, Fuji Alconite guides and TC4 blank round out the all new Shimano Saltie.

Built with iconic species like barra in mind, there is six models in the range that includes two spin and four baitcast models with varying actions to suit a range of lure fishing styles. The rod blanks are made with Shimano’s TC4 graphite construction which is highly durable and gives you the best action out of each specific lure. With a green matte blank and custom shaped grip made from premium grade cork, the Saltie looks the part and the components are rock solid for the North. The Fuji K frame with Alconite guides have been spec’d to suit a heavier class of leader to ensure easy and trouble-free casting when punching lures into the snags. So, if you’re targeting big barra and the like up North, the Saltie rods will change the game for you.

The Saltie range is designed for your next northern adventure.

Product Features:

TC4 CONSTRUCTION

Shimano has engineered TC4 construction to create an extremely durable yet light rod with a crisp feel. Based on double inner layers of advanced, dynamic T Glass, over- wrapped with a spiral of high-modulus graphite, this blank deliver super high performance that, when used with specific rod actions, is ideal for fishing braided lines.

NATURAL CORK

Cork is tactile, ergonomic, lightweight and attractive, and yet it will not absorb moisture, is more resistant to bacteria and will not degrade or age cosmetically.