SPECIMEN|2012
TRIBAL ULTRA Tribal - Shimano’s major carp and specimen sensation of recent years. Of the seven models, three have a Fish Playing action and four are classed Long Range. The three Fish-Playing rods are all 12ft, in 2½, 2¾ and 3lb test curves while the Long Range models come in 12ft 3lb, 12ft 3¼ lb, 12ft 3½ lb and 13ft 3½lb configurations. All are equipped with Fuji’s superb Titanium SiC guides, designed triangular cold forged aluminium reel seats and XT400LRC blanks.
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TUL12250P TUL12275P TUL12300P TUL12300L TUL12325L TUL13325L TUL12350L TUL13350L TUL13375L
3.66 3.66 3.66 3.66 3.66 3.96 3.66 3.96 3.96
189 189 189 189 189 201 189 204 204
345 345 404 404 404 489 404 489 495
6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6
2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2
2.50 2.75 3.00 3.00 3.25 3.25 3.50 3.50 3.75
TRIBAL 50 CAL
The Tribal 50 CAL offers outstanding performance, combined with a fashionable ‘retro’ look. Built using ultra slim blanks and available in a wide range of balanced test curves, the Tribal 50 CAL uses HPC (High Pressure Carbon) technology which offers a massive increase in compression strength. The result is more responsiveness and reliability when distance casting. A newly designed reel seat ensures the reel and rod work as a solid unit, even under extreme casting conditions and the rods are finished with a slim-line Fuji tip guide to reduce line wraps.
300
T50CAL12275 T50CAL12300 T50CAL12325 T50CAL12350
3.66 3.66 3.66 3.66
187 187 187 187
318 326 347 384
6 6 6 6
2 2 2 2
2.75 3.00 3.25 3.50
TRIBAL XTREME The Tribal Xtreme A is the result of extensive research and testing to create the best blank for a combination of accuracy and distance. The fast taper tip returns instantly on the cast providing ultimate accuracy and the High Pressure Carbon produced blank will withstand even the most aggressive casting techniques creating the ultimate in tip speed and casting potential. The fittings are the best that money can buy - an ultra secure but stylish ALPS Triangular reel seat and matching anodised slatted rear grip, plus the latest Fuji guides. Tribal Extreme is understated but reassuringly expensive for anglers who demand no compromise.
300
TXA12275 TXA12300 TXA12325 TXA13300 TXA13350
3.66 3.66 3.66 3.96 3.96
187 187 187 202 202
373 370 375 407 440
6 6 6 6 6
2 2 2 2 2
2.75 3.00 3.25 3.00 3.50
TRIBAL LONGCAST Featuring a balanced blend of Low Resin Content carbon, High Pressure Carbon processing and 1K strengthening wrap, the Tribal Longcast rods are among the most responsive carp blanks that Shimano have ever produced and will improve any angler’s casting performance. In this retro range, each rod action has been specifically developed around its test curve - the higher the test curve the greater the blank compression. The 2.75lb version is designed for mid-range bag work with a delightful forgiving action, whilst the 3.25lb stepped-up model will deliver single baits and sticks at extreme distance with pinpoint accuracy.
200
TLC12275 TLC12300 TLC12325 TLC13300 TLC13350
3.66 3.66 3.66 3.96 3.96
187 187 204 202 202
274 325 328 377 378
6 6 6 6 6
2 2 2 2 2
2.75 3.00 3.25 3.00 3.50
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