Shimano Zodias Swimbait Rod - Just Perfect?

Today we talk about the Shimano Zodias 7’9XH swimbait rod! Overall, I think it’s a great bang for you buck rod if you looking for a light, sensitive, great all around rod!
My set up:
Rod: Shimano Zodias Casting 7’9XH - bit.ly/3KwMkYo
In Canada - bit.ly/3KHnJBt
Reel: Shimano Curado 301HG - bit.ly/2TA1KWK
In Canada - bit.ly/3qOwWO1
Line: Shimano Mastiff FC 20lb
Where to find some of the Shimano Macbeth and World minnow baits: bit.ly/3smyovW
In Canada: bit.ly/45ASCQJ
*Where to get LB colour swimbaits, gobies and ned bait! - bit.ly/2IHoEp7
*I run the Humminbird Helix graphs on my boat (8 and 10”), check them out here:
bit.ly/3KrGCXD (Humminbird website)
bit.ly/37560UM (Cabela’s Canada)
*Mega live bit.ly/3BPHSlV
*Dakota lithium Batteries
- For my trolling motor bit.ly/3ur0Viq
- For my boat graphs bit.ly/38GaYYz
- Power box to charge my toys bit.ly/3DX8vo4
bit.ly/2RNf8DB (Cabela’s Canada)
*Check out my hats and stickers - bit.ly/2IHoEp7
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[@CaptainHookhatesBooks]

Love how the red/black looks on the Zodias. Got one paired with a DC.

[@BassRaider]

Very cool! I didn’t even know they came out with a Zodias Swimbait model! I actually bought the SLX a while back after seeing you fishing with it!😁🤙🤙

[@wilmerpruitt6324]

I have both the IMX Pro 966 and the new Zodias 7'9" XH, love them both. I use the Zodias primarily on single hooks swimbaits like the Burrito, Hud's etc. The 966 is a do all rod. Thanks for sharing the videos you do. I really enjoy your stuff. I am 72 yrs old and still learning, yet smart enough to know I can learn from alot of people. thank you

[@stripervince1]

Very good video. You've done your homework!

[@blongyang5547]

Was just looking to grab one myself thanks

[@dustyd6617]

Love the Zodias Swimbait rod. I just picked up an Expride 7'11 XH that I am looking forward to trying with some big Swimbaits as well.

[@LadyBass]

Awesome have fun!

[@davidrauschenbach6871]

Thanks for the look at the Zodias for larger swim baits. Does Aaron do any creek fishing with light equipment. Miss the days of your live with him and Seth.

[@LadyBass]

Yupp we still creek fish in the spring/fall/winter!

[@MtnWBassin]

Man I need to try a baby carp glide . That color is one of my favs so natural

[@LadyBass]

its suchhhh a size bait. I catch a lot of smaller fish on it, which isn't the end of the world because it keeps me entertained, but every year a couple of my biggest come on it as well.

[@MtnWBassin]

@@LadyBass I’ll have to see if I can snag one or trade one of my other pizz for one . Especially now that it’s cooling down they’re feeding up . They look sweet and his paint is so crazy nice

[@BrimMacFishing]

Awesome video! I own the 7'5" heavy and 7'6" medium heavy glass zodias rods. I am trying to decide if I should get the 7'9" or 7'10" extra heavy zodias for throwing glide baits around 3-4 oz. I see the 7'9" is rated for 5oz while the 7'10" is rated for only 2oz?

[@mikecamalier2653]

Great information. Bassmd

[@yy003013]

Does the imx pro 965 handle top hook style swim bait pretty well??

[@hawagman9532]

How does it compare to a Dobyns champion XP 794 or 795?

[@OneDegreeLife]

What would you (anyone) consider the lower lure rating for the 7-9 XH? I know it's rated up to 5oz max. Curious what the the effective lower limit would be. Have the 7-2MH and the 7-1H+F Zodias rods currently. I don't throw larger swim/glides as much, but my 7-10H St. Croix Bass X just feels heavy and I don't love the 20" handle length, while my other Zodias are virtually perfect in this area. Considering switching this out. Thanks!

[@diggy561]

The Zodias's styling is my favorite of the 3 featured.

[@fishingnorfolk]

Looks the, biz. Just had, a look online can get it here in uk. 7ft 9in mh £130 that's a steal. Early Christmas present for me😂 Keep up the good work LB

[@LadyBass]

haha enjoy!

[@jasonroberts7562]

jason love you 💕

[@peppermint6253]

Great video! Could I ask what you think of this rod compared to an Expride 7"6" Heavy? I'm in the market for a new rod and unsure if the Expride would work for punching and swimbaits?

[@peppermint6253]

I'm kind of wanting a rod that could also be a pike rod as well.

[@LadyBass]

That expride is a great jig and texas rig rod! Definitely my go to. As for using it for swimbait, it will definitely work, but i would use any swimbaits over 2oz, i dont think it would handle it too well.

[@peppermint6253]

Thanks so much for the advise and quick response!

[@hendris8485]

Pengen ikut mancing 🥲

[@slonefactor]

I use the Dobyn’s Swimbait rods with my shimano reels how do they compare as rods?

[@LadyBass]

Not sure since i dont have much experience with dobyns up here in Canada!