Saltwater Overhead Boat Rods

It's a heavy duty rod built on Carbon blanks, finished with top quality SEA guides and bindings. Solid and reliable.

• Carbon blanks
• Top quality SEA guides
• Pieces: 1
• Length: 6ft 6in
• Line weight: 10-15kg
• Blank: Carbon
• Butt assembly: Full length EVA
• Guide: SEA guide

ONE OF SHIMANO'S MOST POPULAR ROD SERIES, IS BACK WITH A FRESH NEW LOOKAND FEEL.

One of Shimano's most popular rods series. Shadow X has had a re-design to meet angler expectations of the latest technology at varying price points. Now built on the vastly stronger T45 blank, whilst still achieving the same crisp actions and incorporating bench mark Fuji guides and reel seats. There is a rod for everyone in this quiver, from canal to surf fishing. 

This specific rod is ideal for all general heavier snapper and kingfish like fishing. Great rod for the west coast, Raglan and Kawhia fishos too! Ideally paired with a reel such as the Talica 12, TLD or Tyrnos.

Specifications:

MODEL - SDX631OH1015

DESCRIPTION - SHADOW X

O/H LENGTH (FT) - 6' 3"

PIECES - 1

LINE WT (KG) - 10-15

BLANK - T45

BUTT ASSEMBLY - EVA

GUIDE - FUJI

The new Aqua Tip rod range is going to prove popular with anglers for the incredible value for money they represent and for the wide variety of applications that the range caters for.

The range consists of 19 models, incorporating general lure and baitfishing estuary models, a variety of medium and heavy Snapper style sticks, baitcasting rods and even jig and game models for those heading offshore.

All models feature an emerald green blank with an Aqua coloured tip complemented with attractive blue, silver and black bindings. 

Specs:

• Make: Shimano
• Model: Aquatip
• Style: Boat (overhead)
• Line Weight:: 15kg
• Length: 6'
• Gimble Knock: Yes
• Ceramic Guides
• EVA Grips
• Stainless Steel Reel Seat Hoods

Features:

• Fibreglass Integrated
• Pieces: 1
• Line weight: 15kg
• Blank type: Integrated
• Grip assembly: Eva
• Length: 6ft
• Guide type: Ceramic
• Action: Moderate
• Gimbal type: Graphite
• Reel seat: Graphite

Fishing is very popular with female anglers! Shimano’s LipStix range of rods have been specifically designed with them in mind, offering attractive cosmetics on easy handling blanks. The range consists of 6 different models, including 1 graphite and a general-purpose rod. 

Specs:

• Asian guides
• EVA grips
• Fibreglass blank
• Pieces: 1
• Length: 6ft 10in 
• Rating: 8-12kg

Now into our 6th generation and these rods just keep improving as technology advances and the demands of the angler escalate. These new rods were designed utilizing the infamous Albagraph series action but incorporate some major improvements with Winn grips and Alps components. Technology incorporates both high modulus 46 ton carbon blank and the H.C.B and E.E.G method of manufacturing. These blanks are also modeled off the famous East European (Russia/Serbia etc) spinning rods which are light powerful, significantly stronger than ever before and extremely sensitive. As with previous generations these famous rods can be used for almost any occasion: from small baitfish, snapper, kings, jigging, off the wharf, rocks etc. Nothing is too much for this most famous of rod series that has come from our stable.

The SlowGraph was designed specifically for Kubara/slowjigging lures and the weight range we use in NZ. It is the ultimate Slow jig rod with a soft tip to be forgiving on the small hooks used but responsive enough to keep constant tension on the fish. As you move down the rod there is plenty of grunt created by the high modulus carbon, even the most stubborn of fish can be turned. With the highest quality ALPS reel seat and guides this rod is nothing short of perfect for slow jigging!

This series was designed to meet the expectations and demands of the Kiwi angler: tough, durable with crisp actions and delivered at an affordable price that the everyday man can afford.  All of this has been incorporated into our most successful and longest standing rod series to date.  New cosmetics and new models are always being added to keep this series at the fore front of leading design.

This series was designed to meet the expectations and demands of the Kiwi angler: tough, durable with crisp actions and delivered at an affordable price that the everyday man can afford.  All of this has been incorporated into our most successful and longest standing rod series to date.  New cosmetics and new models are always being added to keep this series at the fore front of leading design.

The tried and tested 40 tonne nano-carbon blank is often described as one the best value high performance rods on the market. The incredibly sensitivity nature of the Toray blank coupled with either Fuji or Alps hardware make these battle ready and incredibly nice rod to fish with. Every rod has been designed in New Zealand for a specific style of fishing whether it be  straylining in the far north or flicking eggs at the canals in Twizel, you can’t look past the nanomatrix rod range!

Straylining is the name of the game with this seven foot casting rod. A great rod that suits larger spinning reels. The Shimano Aquatip range is Fish City's entry-level rod range,  it's incredibly good value for money and suited to a wide range of applications.The Aquatip range is a comprehensive selection of rods, ranging from Trout spin to light game and surf. Within this range there is no doubt you'll find a rod to suit your preferred fishing style.

Rod specs:

• Pieces: 1
• Line Weight: 6-10kg
• Blank Type: Integrated
• Grip Assembly: Eva
• Length: 6ft 6in
• Guide Type: Ceramic
• Action: Fast
• Gimbal Type: Graphite
• Reel Seat: Graphite

The Spartan rod series delivers a range of technique specific actions that outcast, outperform and outclass all others. With increased torsional stiffness Spartan rods are able to resist blank twist during casting & jigging applications, ensuring that every action is transmitted efficiently through the blank to prevent energy loss. This results in a more responsive action with increased feedback, while providing maximum comfort and control to the angler. Spartan rods feature HVF Nanoplus blanks, 3DX carbon to increase lifting power and V-Joint to increase joint strength. Equipped with Fuji stainless steel SiC guides, Fuji reel seats, and high-density EVA grips.

• Model - Spartan B54-6/8
• Type - Overhead
• Action - Ex Heavy
• Taper - Regular
• Rating - 200-450g
• Length - 163cm
• Line - PE 6/8
• Sections - 1

The Spartan rod series delivers a range of technique specific actions that outcast, outperform and outclass all others. With increased torsional stiffness Spartan rods are able to resist blank twist during casting & jigging applications, ensuring that every action is transmitted efficiently through the blank to prevent energy loss. This results in a more responsive action with increased feedback, while providing maximum comfort and control to the angler. Spartan rods feature HVF Nanoplus blanks, 3DX carbon to increase lifting power and V-Joint to increase joint strength. Equipped with Fuji stainless steel SiC guides, Fuji reel seats, and high-density EVA grips.

• Model - Spartan B55-4/6
• Type - Overhead
• Action - Heavy
• Taper - Regular
• Rating - 150-350g
• Length - 165cm
• Line - PE 4/6
• Sections - 1

The new backbone rods are now stronger than ever, with higher quality blanks, good quality componentry and slick new design that is bound to please. One of the biggest selling rods in the Shimano range, there are multiple options with in the backbone range to suit the most discerning anglers.

Specs -

Length: 5'5" / 1.65m

Pieces: 1

Line Wt. (kg): 24-37

Lure Weight: 400gm

Blank Type: Graphite/Glass

Grip Assembly: Eva

Guide Type: Sea Guide

Action: Moderate/Fast

Gimbal type: Alloy

Reel Seat: Fuji

The famous and distinctive pink fibre glass tip provides sensitivity for casting and bite detection then folds away during the fight to leave the Graphite Powerbutt in control. By blending the two materials with a special process known as Balanced Molecular Construction we have given anglers the advantages of power, control and sensitivity. Jellytip rods have given thousands of Kiwi anglers a new fishing experience and also been used to set a number of NZ fishing records. Features - Quality overhead guides 1.99m (6'6") blank is rated for 8-10kg mono or PE braid Kilwell Limited Lifetime Warranty.

The Tournament Concept series of rods are built using Okuma's patented Unidirectional Fibre Reinforcement technology. These rods, designed for Kiwi anglers by the team at Composite Developments, are manufactured using a patented process with an outer layer of longitudinal fibres around the rod blank to significantly increase strength and power in the tip section. This offers lifting power and strength up to four times conventional graphite rods. There is a rod in the range for almost every method and style of fishing, they are durable, powerful and can by fished by all anglers with confidence

Specs - Section - 1 Length - 7'0 Category - MED HEAVY Line Weight - 10-15KG

The Tournament Concept rods, designed for Kiwi anglers by the team at Composite Developments, are manufactured using a patented process with an outer layer of longitudinal fibres around the rod blank to significantly increase strength and power in the tip section. This offers lifting power and strength up to four times conventional graphite rods. There is a rod in the range for almost every method and style of fishing, they are durable, powerful and can by fished by all anglers with confidence.

Rod Features:

Patented Unidirectional Fibre Reinforcement technology

Built tough enough to fight big fish and last you many seasons

Significantly increased strength and power in the tip section

Lifting power and strength up to four times conventional graphite rods

Rod Specifications:

Type: Overhead

Pieces: 1

Length: 5ft 3in

Rating: 200-300G

The Tournament Concept rods, designed for Kiwi anglers by the team at Composite Developments, are manufactured using a patented process with an outer layer of longitudinal fibres around the rod blank to significantly increase strength and power in the tip section. This offers lifting power and strength up to four times conventional graphite rods. There is a rod in the range for almost every method and style of fishing, they are durable, powerful and can by fished by all anglers with confidence. Okuma Tournament Concept Rod Features: Patented Unidirectional Fibre Reinforcement technology Built tough enough to fight big fish and last you many seasons Significantly increased strength and power in the tip section Lifting power and strength up to four times conventional graphite rods.

Okuma Tournament Concept Rod Specifications:

Type: Medium

Cast Slow Jig Pieces: 1

Length: 6ft 3in

Rating: 80-150g

The team at Shimano Fishing NZ have developed a dynamic and versatile series of rods that has been designed to tackle harsh New Zealand fishing conditions. The Shimano Vortex Overhead Jig Rod features a Power-Carbon blank specially designed to take the knocks, an integrated glass tip so as to retain sensitivity throughout all stages of fishing and also enhance overall performance without compromise.

Shimano Vortex Overhead Jig Rod Features:

Power-Carbon blank for durability.

Integrated glass tip for sensitivity.

Built for NZ fishing conditions.

Shimano Vortex Spin Jig Rod Specifications:

Pieces: 1

Line weight: 30-50lb

Blank type: Power-Carbon

Grip assembly: EVA

Length: 5ft 5in

Guide type: Zirconia Guides

This rod range has been designed to fit directly in to the kiwi market, and features a Power-Carbon blank specially designed to take the knocks. With an integrated glass tip, so as to retain sensitivity from the bite to the fight and also enhance overall performance without compromise.

These features within this versatile rod range enable Kiwi anglers to take full advantage of the many traditional bait fishing techniques including straylining bottom fishing and livebaiting and are the perfect match for many size fixed and free spool reels and line weights. Simply the Shimano Vortex rod range has been designed by kiwi anglers for kiwi anglers!

Rod Specs:

Pieces: 1
Line weight: 8-10 kg
Blank type: POWER-CARBON
Grip Assembly: EVA
Lenght: 177 m / 5'10" ft
Guide type: ZIRCONIA GUIDES
Action: MEDIUM-FAST
Gimble Type: RUBBER CAP
Reel seat: GRAPHITE