Shimano
The Shimano Cardiff Exlead Competition is a series of trout fishing rods that sets new standards for sensitivity and precision. Designed for the most demanding anglers, including experts and world champions, this premium range is perfect for tackling every stage and technique of competition. Its advanced construction, utilizing Shimano's innovative carbon technology, delivers exceptional performance, even with ultralight lures for small predators. The Cardiff EXLEAD Competition rods are made for those seeking an impeccable fishing experience, where every detail contributes to success. Despite their ultralight design, these rods guarantee extraordinary casting precision thanks to the use of innovative materials and Shimano's advanced technologies, ensuring a consistent ability to locate fish with absolute reliability. The blanks of the Cardiff EXLEAD Competition are built with Spiral X Core and Nanopitch technology, which reduce rotational twist during casting and retrieval, thus improving precision and the fluidity of the fighting curve. The 60SULS model features a solid Taftec Infinity tip, ideal for working with ultralight micro spoons. The high-quality accessories include Shimano X-Guide titanium rings and Fuji SiC Titanium K-type guides, an ultralight ergonomic Shimano Ci4+ reel seat, and a monocoque carbon handle that ensures exceptional feedback. Each model in the Cardiff Exlead Competition series is designed for a specific technique, whether it's micro spoons, bottom fishing, jerkbaits, surface lures, or crankbaits. Thanks to collaboration with our professional anglers, world champions, each rod is designed to optimize competition performance, perfectly meeting the needs of every fishing style.