The Aerocast Match was the first Shimano match rod featuring the revolutionary oval blank technology. In this model the oval blank is most easily noticed when playing fish with the rod to the side (it’s softest action). This offers excellent shock absorbing properties. When the rod is pointing upwards the stiffer side of the oval blank comes into play & gives more power for netting fish. Built using XT200 carbon & Biofibre, the Aerocast is fitted with top Fuji Alconite guides, a custom screw reel seat & a power cork handle. One look at the gloss black blank, as you take it from the Cordura transportation tube, indicates the very best quality, but it’s when you play a fish that the Aerocast really does stand head & shoulders above other rods.