The Shimano Poison Ultima Casting Rods are built for anglers who want the highest level of sensitivity, refinement, and overall performance in a premium bass rod. Positioned as the pinnacle of the Poison series, the Poison Ultima brings Shimano’s advanced Japanese rod design to serious anglers who demand lightweight feel, crisp response, and elite-level casting control. Whether you are fishing bottom-contact baits, working moving lures with precision, or chasing tournament-level performance, these rods are designed to feel incredibly sharp, balanced, and connected from the first cast to the last.
What makes the Shimano Poison Ultima Casting Rods stand out is their advanced blank construction. Shimano builds the series with Spiral X Core technology for lightweight strength and multi-directional rigidity, then adds Hi-Power X to improve twist resistance and keep the rod tracking cleanly during the cast and under load. That combination gives the Poison Ultima a highly refined feel with strong recovery, impressive stability, and the kind of crispness that serious bass anglers immediately notice.
Another major advantage is Shimano’s X-Guide system. These lightweight, high-performance guides help reduce overall weight while improving casting performance and line control. Shimano also positions the Poison Ultima as part of its flagship JDM-inspired bass lineup, with premium construction details that make the rod feel exceptionally clean and responsive in hand. For casting applications where sensitivity, accuracy, and feedback matter at the highest level, that design makes a real difference.
The Shimano Poison Ultima Casting Rods are a smart choice for anglers who want a flagship casting rod built without compromise. They are especially appealing for bass fishermen who demand top-tier blank technology, precise lure control, and the kind of refined rod behavior that helps maximize accuracy and bite detection. If you want a premium casting rod with elite Shimano technology, JDM-inspired refinement, and true top-tier bass fishing performance, the Poison Ultima stands out as one of the finest rods in the lineup.
Bullet Points
- Flagship Shimano Poison series casting rod
- Built with Spiral X Core blank technology
- Hi-Power X construction for added twist resistance
- Lightweight Shimano X-Guide system
- Designed for elite sensitivity and casting control
- Premium JDM-inspired bass rod performance
- Crisp recovery and strong multi-directional rigidity
- Great for precision casting and tournament-level bass fishing
| Model |
Length |
Power |
Taper |
Line Wt. |
Lure Wt. |
Guides |
Handle Length |
Handle Type |
| PU172HA |
7'2" |
Heavy |
Fast |
12-25lb |
1/2-1 1/2oz |
8+Tip |
14-1/2" |
Cast B |
| PU172MA |
7'2" |
Medium |
Fast |
8-16lb |
1/4-3/4oz |
8+Tip |
14-1/2" |
Cast B |
| PU174MHA |
7'4" |
Medium Heavy |
Fast |
10-20lb |
3/8-1oz |
– |
– |
– |
| PU1610MA |
6'10" |
Medium |
Fast |
8-16lb |
1/4-1/2oz |
9+Tip |
14" |
Cast A |
| PU170MHA |
7' |
Medium Heavy |
Fast |
10-20lb |
3/8-1oz |
9+Tip |
14" |
Cast A |
