GEAR TEST: Shimano Rod Shoot-Out - Which is Best?

[@peterm6199]

“TWANG” great tip there Starlo. Loved the vid, great comparison and fair review at the end. There’s often subtle differences from mid range to high end and you explained this perfectly. 👌

[@StarloGetsReel]

Thanks, Peter!

[@robd272]

Thanks again Starlo for always providing a wealth of information... keep the shootout going they're awesome!

[@StarloGetsReel]

Thanks, will do!

[@DCJiuJitsuGeelong]

man, Starlo is on point all the time, love the delivery and content, i always feel like my understanding of fishing go's up a level after watching his vids.

[@StarloGetsReel]

Thank you so much!

[@hairyscary8511]

Yep listening to Starlo is like sitting around a camp fire having a coffee with your dad

[@michaelburr8780]

Starlo was a great fishing journalist in the 1980s and now he is ONLINE ! So much raw fishing knowledge he is piscatorial mentor and an inspiring instructor of rod and line. A rod comparison highlights a soft plastic sensitive vs power delimma. Starlos frank opinion is undiluted and his appraisal honest.

[@StarloGetsReel]

@@michaelburr8780 Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m delighted that you’ve discovered my channel and that you’re still enjoying my content and getting something out of it. Tight Lines!

[@michaelburr8780]

@@StarloGetsReel I value your input tremendously. I just bought a Shimano impact 2-4 kg rod to match with a vintage ABU Garcia 154 reel for light casting plastics and as a squid rod today BCF. I am partial to a plate of calamari. A thinner lighter rod with a butt end seems a weapon of choice. Tight lines bro and nice to chat with an expert!

[@seanharwood974]

Great review . That’s the type of rod I’m missing at the moment so I’ll go and have a look. Always good to pick them up a wiggle them first. Love those dark land locked fish. Even those sometimes pesky choppers looked nice.

[@StarloGetsReel]

Cheers, Sean.

[@DCJiuJitsuGeelong]

that was a master class on adapting to conditions

[@StarloGetsReel]

Thank you!

[@JonathanMark-sf5tm]

Just found the outfits you were letting know about definitely will be having a look this year👍

[@jordythebassist]

I've just picked up the T curve premium and I absolutely ADORE it, however I reckon the Zodias probably casts further than any other Shimano rod

[@StarloGetsReel]

Could be. A lot comes down to conditions on the day, I guess.

[@johnklansek8898]

nice review Starlo and a great session

[@StarloGetsReel]

Thanks, John!

[@theany8826]

Awesome content just what I was looking for Starlo, I’m doing more land based salt water squid jigging and plastics lures! would the t curve 722 2-4 kg be more suitable all rounder? Noting it can cast heavier jigs and is a bit smaller then the 7 8 1-4kg. Would the 7 8 be a bit too light for my application? I’m looking to pair it up with the vanford 3000 compact if I hook up with bigger fish.. buying a new rod ain’t that simple anymore! Any response appreciated.

[@StarloGetsReel]

Either rod would suit your purposes very well, I reckon. But for land-based fishing I DO like that bit of extra length. However, it just depends how often you'll be casting heavier jigs and lures. Mind you, even though the longer rod has a slightly lighter tip, there's lots of power in the butt. If you can, take the chance to pick both up in a store and give them a shake. Neither will disappoint. 👍

[@aarondavis9044]

Sweet video mate man I love that boat 👍👍

[@StarloGetsReel]

Thanks! Me too!

[@markgreer689]

Thanks starlo really enjoyed watching

[@StarloGetsReel]

No sweat! Glad you enjoyed it. I'm keen to do more of these in future.

[@olivergarric6269]

What do you think would be a better choice as an all round flattie, bream and pinky rod the shimano zodias 270ul, the zodias 270L or the shimano anarchy 702 2-4kg. The only problem with the 270L is the cast weight is 3-8 grams. Is that too heavy for bream?

[@StarloGetsReel]

The 270L is probably a better all-rounder. If it was to be primarily for bream, I'd go the UL, but the L would be fine for most breaming.

[@joshzfishing]

Hey mate I am going to chase some kingfish,salmon and probably Mac tuna around Sydney harbor,looking for a medium/medium heavy rod,Any rod suggestions?Also,are Daiwa TD black rods good?

[@anthonytag4523]

Hi Steve are these rods more susceptible of breaking easy and if so which rods in the shimano range do you recommend are more user friendly for bait and lure fishing ?

[@StarloGetsReel]

No more susceptible to breaking than any other rod of this type. Most rods are broken by car doors, ceiling fans and folks who "high stick" their rods against fish (or snags) at close range and/or try to lift hooked fish with them.

[@jtj2560]

Thanks mate this was a good watch

[@StarloGetsReel]

Thank you!

[@kiebat10]

Thanks for the video mate

[@StarloGetsReel]

No worries!

[@savaspourouti173]

Great review and comparison Steve, quick one regarding the Anarchy, would you say it is better suited to Hard bodies over Soft Plastics or would you say it handles both types of Lure fishing well? I am looking to tee the anarchy up for hard Bodies. In general would you say that this size/type of rod is better suited to a 2500 sized reel or could I get away with paring it to a 1000?

[@hairyscary8511]

Like your review both my go to light outfits have stradic ci4+ 1 outfit is soft plastics 1 for hard bodies but my hard body rod is getting a bit long in the tooth it's been hard to find a substitute for old faithful original 2-5kg Ian Miller design jewel even though a bit older with a bit more money & can justify the spend looked at all sorts of rods thinking of a Poison Adrena with the Vanford or Twin power & probably keep using old faithful as I've looked for 3yrs😅

[@StarloGetsReel]

Nice!

[@feartheduck6664]

Very helpful comparison. Ta.

[@StarloGetsReel]

Many many thanks!

[@EdwardYang-wu7yq]

Where did you buy your anarchy?

[@StarloGetsReel]

I got mine direct from Shimano as part of my sponsorship deal with them. I use the gear for a couple of years and then give it back. But I’d reckon. Lot of tackle shops that stock Shimano would have them.

[@raj1634]

Hey mate, what do u think about the tcurve 2020 model compared to the 2021 model any difference?

[@StarloGetsReel]

Hi mate. Both great rods. Differences are largely cosmetic.

[@raj1634]

Thanks for that mate, I'll just go with the 2020 it'll still do the job.

[@Hogryder30]

Would a sienna 2500 be a good pair with the shimano tcurve premium?

[@StarloGetsReel]

Absolutely, although if you're going to spend that much on a rod (those T Curves aren't cheap) I'd think about matching it with a reel from at least the mid-price range... something like a Shimano Vanford, perhaps?

[@Hogryder30]

@@StarloGetsReel Would a 6ft 10 inch 1-3kg be a good rod to use for like snapper flathead and other species on soft plastics and lures. Or a bit heavier like a 7ft 3-6kg.

[@StarloGetsReel]

@@Hogryder30 I’d probably go for the slightly heavier of those two options for the species list you describe. 👍

[@Hogryder30]

@@StarloGetsReel ok thanks a lot i appreciate your help

[@Hogryder30]

@@StarloGetsReelI have 1 more question if I get the 3-6 kg rod will I still be able to have more feeling in the rod like if a fish is biting because I’ve found a 2-4kg 7ft rod

[@timrosenthal46]

That Nasci reel looks good ..

[@StarloGetsReel]

They’re very good, Tim, especially for the price. I reckon the newer ones are a big improvement on the first generation.

[@keithprinn720]

very annoying that so few longer but still light spin sticks are available. look like nice sticks.

[@StarloGetsReel]

Yes, I like those long ones as well. Lucky to have this pair in the Shimano line-up.

[@peshpeshabdulla]

mate you live in paradise

[@StarloGetsReel]

True enough! Bit cold at this time of year, though! 😉

[@peshpeshabdulla]

@Starlo Gets Reel where do you live ?

[@pitchkapizda8355]

Great review on the rods and reels I’ll definitely be looking at getting one of them combos

[@StarloGetsReel]

Glad you enjoyed it! 👍

[@Chrismoore-qx3zq]

Thankyou starlo

[@StarloGetsReel]

You're welcome!

[@redtobertshateshandles]

8ft Catana Bream spin. $110.00 .

[@StarloGetsReel]

Nice rod. 👍

[@omarjay6970]

David Attenbrough fishing adventures

[@StarloGetsReel]

Thanks! I think?! 🤣

[@craigd123]

What's the best ultralight lure rod to match with the vanford 1000?

[@StarloGetsReel]

In my opinion, any of the ultra-light models from Shimano's Anarchy, Expride, Zodias, T-Curve, T-Curve Premium or Poson Adrena ranges. They are all excellent. Basically boils down to how much you want to spend!

[@craigd123]

@@StarloGetsReel Awesome, cheers mate

[@StarloGetsReel]

@@craigd123 👍

[@lttruck2973]

Bring back the Diawa Linear rods. Cast like a rocket and no guides.

[@johngutkoska634]

Why no shipping to the USA 🇺🇸 😢

[@StarloGetsReel]

I think this gear would be a lot cheaper if you bought it locally. 😉

[@tightlines106]

Give me a diawa any day

[@StarloGetsReel]

Each to their own... By the way, it's spelt Daiwa.

[@onlythaclonessir2525]

Japan is coming at ya, you will understand just how much care they have for sport and science !!!