shimano zodias 2020 test on winter pinky snapper

[@heathbonnici6972]

Another wonderful vid and review. They look like great rods. I saw them on special the other day

[@fishingmad]

Thank you !! Yeah they are very good rods exactly what you would expect from Shimano at that price point. I picked mine up on special from $299 to $229 which was good value.

[@Doodsy1975]

New rod looks like a nice piece of equipment mate. Water colour and clouds came out really well on the camera too. Looked like beautiful conditions out there.

[@fishingmad]

Thanks Darren, yeah it was tough going out there at first. The water was very murky from all the recent rain and floods so the squid didn't want to play. The incoming tide was when the pinkies fired up. The rod feels really nice, great for this light inshore stuff with soft plastics.

[@robertharrowfield9268]

another great vlog old mate . bloody lock down made me not cashed up so ill be in touch soon about that snapper rod and rig ! if you still have it . keep them coming mate ...

[@fishingmad]

Thanks Robert. Yeah lockdown has been really tough for many. I was prob a little naughty and did some online retail therapy to stay occupied. Most of the rods have been snapped up already, But I still have that snapper combo available.

[@robertharrowfield9268]

@@fishingmad allgood mate.

[@Toey69]

I purchased a zodius & I’m seriously impressed with it

[@Andz_88]

Great vid, always enjoy your video. The new combo is looking great. keen to get one for me. That spot is really good to test the gear, I was there on my kayak on the long weekend, my mate caught rock cods as well. And I caught an odd red mullet on soft plastic, which is a bit unussual.

[@fishingmad]

Thanks 👍 Andre. The new combo is pretty good and versatile. Exactly what you would expect from Shimano at that price point. Yeah I agree that spot is excellent for product testing, the only downside is you catch many small fish with the bigger ones very far and few between. But its a great spot in winter when the fishing is tough. That whole area is reef and I too have caught a few red mullet and also many bright leatherjackets which are always fun and welcome bycatch. Thanks for watching and commenting. Hope to see ya out there. I've always struggled to find decent parking and launching spot there with the kayak so ill have to have a closer look at that.

[@AddictiveAnglingfj]

I'm wondering what model to get. I was think the 270L or the 270ML and can't decide between them. I am based usually in melbourne or in cairns. I need a rod that can handle small gts up north but still be sensitive enough for bream down south. If none of these models are fit for this role can you recommend some?

[@fishingmad]

Unfortunately its so difficult to have that one rod that covers multiple species the reality is the L would be great for bream and the ML and M good for small GTs. I have lots of different species and technique specific outfits tuned for indervidial species

[@AddictiveAnglingfj]

@@fishingmad Yes that is ok. In a bit I won't really be targeting small GTs just wanted an option that would be good for all round plastics and lure fishing in melbourne and one that can handle small gts. What model do you recomment for what you are doing now in the bay for pinkies and flatties?

[@easemailboxes]

Love your videos. 'Cracka!" "Fish of the day" "real nice one" "nice fish" "beautiful fish". Great video!

[@fishingmad]

Thank you !! Its just nice to be out again fishing. Did some online retail therapy during lockdown so i have some nice toys to get out and test

[@_TheOnlyJman_]

Hey Alan, i'm thinking of buying the Shimano Zodias 270L model to fish with soft plastics. I am just here to ask if it can handle fish species like Flathead and Australian Salmon? Also, would this rod be able to cast soft plastics a good distance off of places like the Wyndham Harbour rock wall or the rock wall at Werribee south?

[@fishingmad]

Yeah these are nice rods, I used one for a while and it handled flathead and salmon no problems. If your concerned you can always jump up to the ML

[@_TheOnlyJman_]

​@@fishingmad Thanks

[@Timothy_B]

Hey mate what fishing kayak do you have? Saw it in some of your other videos. Cheers.

[@fishingmad]

Hobie Pro Angler 14. Cheers

[@Timothy_B]

@@fishingmad thanks mate, really appreciate it. I’ve just ordered the exact same rod as this video. If I can ask your advice, I have a Vanford 1000 and a 3000 compact, what would be better suited? I feel like the 2500 is probably the sweet spot?

[@danh8537]

I have the zodias baitcaster rods for barramundi fishing...the only thing I find uncomfortable is the hand grip the horn where your thumb joint presses against especially on the 6'6 model. The longer xtra heavy is a little better. I haven't tried their spin series.

[@fishingmad]

I agree completely. I have noticed that in the new TCurve premiums they have replaced this with a upper cork section for more comfort

[@danh8537]

@@fishingmad ah OK haven't had a chance to try t-curve...one on the most comfortable rods grip set up is in the daiwa tatula range....cork and a raised spiral pattern in the neoprene section.

[@Ozzierob]

The spin rods are bloody awesome. They feel like a $500 rod

[@bradleyburke4148]

Just a question I have never launched at Werribee south boat ramp as yet I have a 5m standard boat anything I have to look out for tides or winds is there a lot of parking thanks in advance

[@fishingmad]

My boat is only 4.2 meters so you will be fine. That part of PPB isnt tidal so small boats have no issues. Parking is generally fine just gets busy during peak snapper time.

[@kenovo7023]

Hey mate. I'm thinking of buying a zodias. Currently looking at the 270L and the 268ML. I am mainly going to be soft plastics fishing in ppb for pinkies, some snapper and flathead. Because the L model has a lower cast weight on paper it seems more versatile but I was wondering if it could handle a decent model of a snapper or would I need the ML model for that. Can the ML model still cast light lures?

[@fishingmad]

The ML is perfect for snapper, the L is still a great option but it will struggle with bigger fish and casting bigger plastics

[@olivergarric6269]

How do you like those atomic arrowz mate?

[@fishingmad]

Terrific value for money, there are better rods out there but these are one of the best bang for buck rods easily.

[@olivergarric6269]

@@fishingmad do you reckon it's a good budget alternative to rods like the zodias and older tcurves?

[@fishingmad]

Yeah 100%. The zodias and Tcurves are a lot more stiffer the arrowz can be very soft and flexi so you may want to feel one in your hand before buying.

[@sashahess3141]

Hey mate, im thinking of getting a zodias pribably one of the medium light combos and i was just wandering if you would use hardbodies with it at all

[@joedennehy386]

Really nice rod, butt just a bit short for some us here in new Zealand. Hard to hold a teally big fish with just your wrist when you're getting on a bit. Im amazed to see you drop the anchor rather than drift as we do here.

[@fishingmad]

Hi Joe, great feedback. What longer rod brands and model have you been using?. I have some bigger/longer rods for bigger fish. I will mainly be using the Zodias for light inshore fishing and freshwater fishing so it works well for that. Also good pickup 99% of the time we just drift on this occasion there were a few boats around and we found a half decent school sitting on the reef so we decided to anchor.

[@joedennehy386]

@@fishingmad at the cheaper end the abu Garcia 4 to 8 kgs is a nice rod. Penn are making some really nice rods. Probably the best i have tried is the daiwa td zero i think 3 to 6 kg. A silver one. None of them have a better action than what you are using just a butt about 4 to 5 inches longer. So when you get a 50 cm fish you can tuck it under your elbow. And with a stonker up under your arm. I just can't hold a 60cm 10 lber with just my wrist, lol too old.

[@fishingmad]

All very good suggestions, thanks for sharing. I was so close to buying the TD Zero, its a beautiful looking rod. Very fast action and longer too. I ended up picking up the Zodias as it was on a good sale price. I agree the longer length sure does help with the bigger fish. I also have a shimano revolution which is 7 foot 4 and good for targeting bigger fish

[@joedennehy386]

@@fishingmad i think the td zero is 380 here the zodias 300. Thanks for the video

[@markrigg6623]

That monocoque butt is absolute nonsense. The line classes as stated, are also way off. They are however, the best value rod on the market.

[@issyb7394]

Great vid!! What bait were you Using for the pinkies ? Thanks

[@fishingmad]

Thanks !! Just small strips of squid and pilchard on a paternoster rig

[@victorbitter583]

Nice sesh mate. It's funny how some people like or dislike certain fish eh. I myself am not keen on eating any Wrasse. I know plenty of them are top shelf but something about them just turns me off. Nice rod BTW. Cheers mate.

[@fishingmad]

Yeah 100% I find it fascinating seeing how different peoples opinions are. I also get people sending me recipes for eels, and cod and all sorts of stuff which to is fascinating. The majority of time I do catch and release.

[@victorbitter583]

@@fishingmad Keep as many as the law allows mate. It's no one elses business what you keep and eat. These so called men who have no hunt and gather genes left in their body, who like to get around and tell others what they should or shouldn't do, make me sick to the stomach. They can all go and take a long walk off a short pier I reckon. cheers.

[@fishingmad]

100% agree. Everyone is different and everyone should be able to do what's best for them without telling others how it should be done.

[@edoggg4847]

Hey what was the weight/size of the jig heads you used in the lake Daylesford vid?

[@fishingmad]

1/12 hws and 1/8 I have a vid coming out in a few days on my fav redfin lures and plastics and how to use them which you should find helpful.

[@edoggg4847]

What is your limit for knots ( wind ) when fishing on the yak 0-?

[@fishingmad]

10 knots is usually my max but I also check the wind direction and swell. I have some videos on this which might be helpful kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYvWg5ubjt-jnbM cheers

[@sebastianalexiadis860]

Great job. Which area are you guys fishing, Altona?

[@fishingmad]

Thanks !! Yeah around Altona and Willi

[@cameronpham7978]

Is this spot around Williamstown Swimming & Life Saving Club?

[@joshzfishing]

Ahhh man I just can’t decide over wheather to get the Zodias or the Diawa td black…

[@fishingmad]

The TD Blacks are also very nice and prob a tad more finesse then the Zodias. The TD Commanders are also very good too.

[@NixxVlogs85]

I have the daiwa td black scratchy paired with the shimano vanford 2500HG, perfect combo in my opinion and cheaper rod compared to the zodias….

[@raj1634]

Hey mate how would you compare this to shimano anarchy rods?

[@bonaggi]

Nice catch! Cheers 🍺👍 🥰 Be healthy and enjoy wonderful days on the water!

[@fishingmad]

Thank you will do !!

[@Bossfishin]

what version of the zodias should i use for bream fishing?

[@fishingmad]

The UL version for bream. Which would be equivalent to a 1-3 kilo rod

[@jaredbuttigieg]

Awesome video Alan 👍🏼. That’s a really nice rod and reel setup. Whereabouts did you pick them up from, Hooked On?

[@fishingmad]

Thanks Jared, yeah its a pretty awesome outfit. i orignally bought it as a goto freshwater combo for targeting reddies and trout with slightly heavier lures like spoons and vibes, but its very versatile and just as good inshore for the pinkies, flathead and squid. I ended up buying it online as i got some gift vouchers for my birthday, plus they had a sale which dropped the price from $299 to $220 which is pretty good.

[@jaredbuttigieg]

$220 is a pretty good deal for that rod

[@fishingmad]

Yeah very good. I was looking at it for some time. I was just about to buy a Daiwa TD Zero than i saw it was on special so I couldn't resist at that price.

[@jaredbuttigieg]

I wouldn’t be able to resist either

[@fishingmad]

100%

[@ryanferguson3769]

Guessing you love the zodias?

[@fishingmad]

The Zodias is an excellent rod, I have since moved on and now am testing the new T-curves.

[@ryanferguson3769]

@@fishingmad I just ordered a 5-10lb and 7-14lb zodias to replace my old team daiwa rods I’ve had for 10 years

[@liangevan4007]

If I got a ultra light zodiac, can i use it for a 50cm pinky? Or i will need something heavier ?

[@fishingmad]

The UL and L versions are more targeted for bream, but you could still catch a 50cm pinky with them,

[@liangevan4007]

Is here in Australia?

[@fishingmad]

Sure is, melbounre

[@Themanthemyyth]

U should do more Redfin videos

[@fishingmad]

Your in luck, one will be released tomorrow evening.

[@ІгорВишиванюк]

Здравствуйте , какая длина рукояти этого спиннинга ?

[@hownowbrowntrouttasmania7389]

That rod still looks very fast action

[@fishingmad]

Yeah it does have a fast action.

[@jordancama4961]

Anyone know if the 270M can handle light/regular mangrove jack fishing

[@Mobadabooba]

Should be able to, I’m using my 7’2” MH fast for redfish and trout.

[@hownowbrowntrouttasmania7389]

If you get the guts out of the cod quickly fillet on ice take him home crumb and deep fry. them cod are pretty good. I would sooner eat that then the square(snapper)

[@fishingmad]

Good tip, thank you !!

[@kettlebells-ez9xi]

I think I had a lingcod or something that was like that and it tasted pretty good. Was quite a big one too

[@fishingmad]

That's very interesting. How did you cook it ? I remember catching a ling that was almost a meter long at Portland once, they apparently are very good eating.

[@kettlebells-ez9xi]

@@fishingmad I can't remember if I had it in foil with a few other things or if I just cooked in a pan with salt and butter but I thought it was good anyway haha. Might have to try get another one

[@fishingmad]

Ive caught heaps of then lately, ill have to keep one and cook it and see what its like. My mate wreckons they make awesome gummy shark bait

[@ynots0625]

Those Ling, you either bake em with lemon and garlic or fillet lightly battered with flour like you cook garfish, no bones and good eating.

[@ynots0625]

Also good mulloway bait best bit is from whiskers to the head as it moves in the water 👍🏾

[@rangawithnofish6469]

the but looks like a baseball bat😂

[@fishingmad]

Yeah 100% it does, I agree !! Its a strange concept the hollow body, it feels strange in the hand yet its super sensitive.

[@dalebourke2591]

No seal annoying ya this time in that spot lol

[@fishingmad]

100% We saw a big one as soon as we started and thought here we go again, thankfully it didn't hand around this time .

[@dalebourke2591]

thats because the bastard followed me from p2 to altona reef

[@kettlebells-ez9xi]

It's because he told the seal he would go full Canadian and that no one would know because of the lockdowns.

[@fishingmad]

LOL, yeah we were at the Altona reef and saw him there and took off, maybe he left us and started following you LOL

[@dalebourke2591]

Almost got my 42cm pinkie then we pulled anchor and headed back to the Newport ramp just on dark

[@tyrenhubber4172]

3-6lbs of 3-6kg

[@zectorr9]

Shimano payed him $13 for this video and he still sells out

[@dragonfists1390]

That's the reason I stopped watching iFish. That guys episodes are 30 minute advertisements

[@zectorr9]

@@dragonfists1390 iSellout, yeah facts

[@fishingmad]

I bought the rod for $229 and the reel for $299 I get zero royalties from Shimano or other fishing brands. I really wish people wouldn't make assumptions. I get asked so many times a week from people following the channel and website to feature different products which i go out and buy and cover.

[@mikhailkoslovskiy7860]

Yes Yes.....ha good sea perch...crazy aussie boys.....why yes no smoke cod....happy wife....yes good boys...big drinks...vodka..

[@fishingmad]

Thank you Mikhail, yeah maybe next time ill keep the cod and smoke it. Sounds like a good idea