The flagship Shimano bass rod, a culmination of their path. The blanks, embodying both quality and durability, are imbued with advanced technology and strength.The flagship Shimano bass rod has been reborn with completely updated specs. The new Bantam integrates advanced technologies, including the Spiral X Core, evolving into a rod that maintains its strength and delivers stable performance in the harshest field conditions and under extreme use.

Whenever they catch sight of water, bass anglers can't help but think where the bass might be...For those true bass anglers, a brand dedicated to the pure essence of bass fishing: "Bantam." What true bass anglers seek in a rod is the ability to enjoy the approach to catching a single fish and the confidence that once hooked, the fish won't escape?a power that provides leeway, perhaps.Whether it's a once-in-a-lifetime monster bass or the only bite after tough conditions, Bantam supports anglers with power and durability that makes them forget the worry of a fish hooking out. That is the steadfast philosophy of Bantam.To anglers who wish to enjoy bass fishing for a lifetime.

The NEW Bantam, reborn with Shimano's top-of-the-line blanks design featuring Spiral X Core + Hi-Power X, has achieved over a 10% increase in strength compared to its predecessor (based on our comparative tests), further refining its power. The powerful blanks capable of holding their own against record-class big fish, combined with durable components like the robust stainless steel guide frames that can be bent back into shape, create an unwavering sense of reliability. This surplus of power and toughness is for anglers who continue to challenge their personal records and cherish bass fishing for a lifetime.

Being a tackle that can be used for a long time and loved for a lifetime. That's a core philosophy of Bantam, embodied by elements like the cork grip. Why does Shimano, a leader in the latest technology with innovations like full carbon monocoque grips, deliberately choose cork for Bantam? It's because cork is a material that not only maintains sufficient performance over a long period but also develops a "character" the more it's used. Scratches on carbon remain just scratches, but the marks and aging on cork add to its texture. The cork grip of Bantam carries the history of the journeys shared with its owner.

The 174XXH-SB/2 is the most powerful giant bait rod within the Bantam series. Evolving from the previous 8-foot length models, this rod has a shorter length setting that accommodates both the reel-centric operations characteristic of big bait games and the rod action-centric techniques. The design ensures the swing-through needed for today's big baits, securing the accuracy demanded by modern big bait fishing. Combined with a one-and-a-half power design, the 174XXH-SB/2 is a dream monster rod for those seeking record-class catches.

The SWIM & BIG BAIT rod is a versatile tool that has been refined to balance casting distance with the ability to handle a variety of big baits. It's designed to detect even the slightest changes in the movement of swim bait tails or the contact of lip-equipped big baits with the bottom, allowing anglers to masterfully control their points of attack. By setting the tip action to MH and combining it with a one-and-a-half design that forcibly upgrades the rank of the butt section, this rod symbolizes Bantam with its transition to a stronger, more tenacious lifting power after hooking. This rod embodies the essence of Bantam, offering both sensitivity and strength for pursuing big catches with swim and big baits.

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