- Shimano's line of Trevala fishing rods is made for jigging. The Trevala F Butterfly Jigging and Casting rod features a high carbon butt with a TC4 tip section. This combination of materials provides the pulling power of the TC4 but the high carbon butt reduces the weight of the rod. The rod has a faster recovery rate, which speeds up jigging action and allows you to subdue fish faster. The Trevala F is available from Bass Pro Shops for $219 (all prices as of October 2009).
- For the inshore angler, Shimano offers the Teramar and the Clarus. These IM6 Graphite fishing rods were designed with the Southeast and West Coast in mind. Perfect for casting plugs, swim baits and jigs, the 2009 Teramar is priced from $109 to $149 while the Clarus line is a more modest $59 to $79.
- Shimano's Tiralejo surf rod is available in both spinning and casting models. Designed for surfcasters in the northeast, these rods are perfect for striped bass, bluefish, weakfish and redfish. According to Shimano, Tiralejo rods are constructed with Shimano's TC4 K material, "a blend of high-modulus graphite and carbon fibers that makes them lightweight, strong, responsive and extremely sensitive." These fishing rods also feature an adjustable reel seat, allowing the angler to adjust the rod to fit his needs. Priced from $299 to $349, the Tiralejo is available in 10-, 11- and 12-foot lengths.
- Shimano's line of Talora rods is made for trolling. According to Shimano, "The Talora rod series is built with Shimano TC4 Constuction, designed to be durable and bring your fishing experience to a new level." The Talora is priced from $69 to $79 for 2009. Shimano offers a Talora designed for use with wire line, priced at $139.
- While Shimano makes quality fishing equipment, these mass-produced fishing rods have no particular value above their retail cost. They are fantastic fishing rods, but don't expect to get rich collecting and selling them.
