Shimano Yasei LTD Perch Crankbait Cast

Japanese manufacturer Shimano has made a strong impression on the angling scene with the Yasei LTD rod series - and for good reason. Outstanding build quality, first-rate components, and a distinctly Japanese design philosophy combine to create a series that makes no compromises.

A Baitcasting Rod Built for Crankbaits

The Yasei LTD Perch series includes 3 perch rods, one of which is a baitcasting rod. The Shimano Yasei LTD Perch Crankbait Cast was developed specifically for fishing crankbaits up to around 15 g, but it also performs extremely well with twitchbaits and metal lures such as chatterbaits and spinnerbaits. With this rod, you can cover large areas of water quickly and effectively when searching for active perch.

Cutting-Edge Technology in the Blank

Shimano has set benchmarks in rod construction with its own proprietary technologies, and the Yasei LTD series makes full use of them. This rod features Spiral-X-Core, further refined with Nano Pitch Technology. Spiral-X-Core is a three-layer construction: the innermost layer consists of carbon tape wound tightly and diagonally around the blank; the middle layer is a sheet of vertically aligned carbon fibres; and the outer layer is another carbon tape wound in the opposite direction to the first. Carbon tapes built on nano-resin technology are used throughout, which makes the rod both stronger and lighter. The result is a significantly improved resistance to torsional forces, so you can cast with greater accuracy and maintain better control during the retrieve and when playing a fish. The Nano Pitch refinement involves an extremely fine surface sheet wound around the blank with high precision under consistently high pressure, which maximises performance further and improves sensitivity.

First-Rate Rings and Handle Components

The components throughout are of the same high standard. The rod uses the widely respected Fuji SiC ring system, which offers extremely low friction so that your line runs through the rings quickly and almost silently. This extends casting distance and improves performance during the retrieve. The handle is a Carbon Monocoque grip with a custom Ci4+ Perfection reel seat. The Carbon Monocoque is a hollow carbon construction fused directly to the blank, reducing overall weight and providing a more direct transmission of every vibration, contact with the bottom, and bite sensation.

Clean Design Combined with First-Class Quality

The Yasei LTD series has a clean, understated look - predominantly black, with subtle accents in silver and gold thread. The aesthetic is matched by first-class quality, high-precision construction, and the finest materials, ensuring you'll get many seasons of reliable performance from this rod.

Key Facts:

• Baitcasting rod
• Suited to crankbaits, spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, and twitchbaits
• Designed for perch
• Spiral-X-Core blank construction
• Nano Pitch Technology
• Monocoque handle
• Ci4+ reel seat
• Fuji SiC ring system