Shimano Ocea Plugger Limited

Product Description

A long model suitable for power games in coastal waters.
Suitable for PE 4-6 class and plugs 50-130g. Effective for long-distance casting of small to medium-sized lures that are easy to entice when fish are reluctant to bite small baits. Effective for targeting large fish such as amberjack (20kg+) and tuna (50kg+). Compatible reel sizes are 8000-14000.

The longest model in the series specialized for long-distance casting.
Suitable for PE 5-8 class and plugs 65-160g. A long length of 8 feet 8 inches for longer casting distances than anyone else. Great for use in high places on the side of the boat. Great for targeting large fish like giant yellowtail over 25kg tuna over 60kg and GTs. Compatible reel sizes are 10000-14000.

Ocea Plugger Limited takes casting to a new dimension.
The new Ocea Plugger Limited pursues dramatic improvements in all aspects of casting performance to consistently deliver the highest level of casting distance. The revolutionary X-Guide: Shimano's unique new guide system developed through a thorough analysis of anticipated reel sizes and ideal guide positioning utilizes touch-free titanium. The unique high-frame shape minimizes line contact with the blank ensuring a stable and efficient line trajectory as it is released from the reel at ultra-high speeds resulting in a stress-free penetrating cast. It also minimizes line trouble and damage a fearsome feature for anglers. The overall balance of the rod has been lightened improving grip and casting ease and enhancing keep-casting performance. When you experience these true values a new level of offshore casting will be opened up.

All for the sake of catching the big one.

The Ocea Plugger Limited which has garnered overwhelming support as the pinnacle of Shimano offshore rods has evolved even further. While adhering to the concept of an F1 machine that relentlessly pursues casting distance with its high-rebound blanks this new rod also boasts enhanced stress-free performance. One major improvement is the NEW X Guide Touch-Free Titanium which allows for ideal line release. The drastic reduction in interference between the line and blank suppresses air knots reducing stress and line damage during casting. Experience a piercing casting sensation with just one cast. Furthermore while enhancing repulsion the blank retains its bow-like flex balance reducing the angler's burden while supporting stable full casts and powerful fights. Shimano's new design concept "Infinity Connect," further elevates its potential. Ultimate casting distance trouble-free operation and consistent casting—all for the sake of catching big fish.

The revolutionary Touch-Free Titanium X Guide first adopted on the Ocea Plugger Full Throttle overturns conventional concepts and is a revolutionary guide system created to achieve even higher levels of casting performance. Its core is designed with a higher foot than typical guides moving the line away from the blank and reducing the frequent line-to-blank contact that occurs with conventional large-diameter low-frame guides. At the same time the guide diameter has been optimized to match the newly designed guide frame reducing line flapping and flopping when releasing. This minimizes negative factors such as reduced casting distance air knots and damage to the line itself. This reduces the frequency of reassembling the line system reducing the risk of missed opportunities and increasing the chances of catching a big fish.

The casting performance of the Limited is now even closer to ideal.

The fully redesigned Ocea Plugger Limited features a new X-guide size developed to achieve even better line release performance. Three X-guides are installed in the butt section which is the root cause of trouble. We thoroughly pursued optimal matching with the Shimano reels (8000-14000 sizes) that we primarily use. The reel's height angle and center axis were analyzed and the guides were designed to be perfectly aligned along their extensions. The result is a stable and highly efficient line trajectory released from the reel at ultra-high speeds during casting dramatically reducing blank touch and flapping resulting in a stress-free effortless casting feel. Combined with the unique R-shaped frame this also provides a high level of control over line tangles in the guides achieving the ideal casting performance that the X-guide is known for.

Highly elastic blanks designed for super long casting and fast fighting with overwhelming power.

The Limited is positioned as the ultra-high-rebound rod among the Ocea Pluggers. Designed to cast faster than anyone else, the blanks feature Shimano's unique Spiral X Core basic structure and the reinforced High Power X structure for maximum lightness and strength. Not only does it provide a powerful, stable casting feel, but it also delivers smooth, efficient energy transfer by enhancing repulsion while achieving a balanced bending motion. It reduces the angler's burden and generates explosive swing speed, allowing for a swift, unstoppable fight after a hit to subdue the big fish. The rod's overall lightweight balance also ensures accurate and comfortable repeated casting and lure manipulation. It allows anglers to maintain high concentration, improving its keep-casting performance. It supports the big fish that everyone dreams of, never missing a single opportunity.