The Shimano Cardiff Exlead Competition represents the pinnacle in trout fishing rods, distinguished by its unparalleled sensitivity. Designed by our experts and world champions to tackle every stage and technique of competition, this premium series uses Shimano's advanced carbon technology to deliver exceptional performance. Perfect for fishing with ultralight lures for small predators, the Cardiff Exlead Competition is a true masterpiece of innovation and design. The Cardiff EXLEAD Competition rods are designed for anglers who seek perfection in the details, those who appreciate superior performance during competitions. Not only do they offer extraordinary sensitivity and an incredibly light design, but they also allow for precision casting with millimeter accuracy, thanks to Shimano’s combination of advanced materials and technologies. Their effectiveness in locating fish is constant and flawless. The ultralight blanks of the Cardiff EXLEAD Competition are made with Spiral X Core and Nanopitch technology, which reduce rotational twist during casting or retrieval, improving precision and making the fighting curve incredibly smooth. The 60SULS model features a solid Taftec Infinity tip, ideal for working and feeling even the lightest lures like micro spoons. As expected from a high-end rod, the accessories are outstanding, with Shimano X-Guide titanium rings, Fuji SiC Titanium K-type guides, an ultralight ergonomic Shimano Ci4+ reel seat, and a monocoque carbon handle that ensures maximum sensitivity and feedback. Each rod in the Cardiff Exlead Competition series is designed for a specific application, whether it's micro spoons, bottom fishing, jerkbaits, surface lures, or crankbaits. Thanks to the expertise of our professional anglers, world champions, this series offers the ideal model for each technique, meeting the precise demands of every competition.

The new Shimano Cardiff Refrain 50HS minnow is a sinking bait equipped with Scale Boost for an extremely natural livery. Designed specifically for trout, but equally effective for other small freshwater predators such as perch and chub, it has an erratic action when retrieved and animated and a "shimmy fall" action when paused. The Cardiff Refrain 50HS is an excellent trout bait if you have to fish at a distance to reach very specific points. Although it is light and relatively small in size, thanks to the rear weight the Cardiff Refrain 50HS really flies through the air with arrow-like precision and can reach surprisingly long distances. Using a smooth, consistent retrieve generates a high-speed fluttering action, which is amplified by the straight-sided body shape and Scale Boost technology. The faster the recovery, the more aggressive the action; However, if you pause the Cardiff Refrain 50HS, it instantly transforms into an enticing "shimmy fall" action that plays an injured bait fish. Sinking minnow with rear weight balance for long distance casting. Fluttering action and high flash thanks to the flat design 'Shimmy fall' action when paused. Scale Boost technology for a realistic visual presentation in clear water.

The new Shimano Cardiff Armajoint 60SS hard minnow is a jointed bait designed for trout and other small predators. Equipped with ARMABOOST to increase casting performance and improve swimming action, and SCALE BOOST for a natural prey fish livery, this highly technical bait has extraordinary action, even at low speeds. The Cardiff Armajoint 60SS is an excellent trout bait to use when you need to fish with a slow moving swimbait to entice the trout to attack. ARMABOOST technology significantly increases casting performance by allowing the lure to fold completely in half when casting, producing a more compact shape. The addition of strategically placed magnets at the ends of the sections improves alignment, resulting in a more natural swimming action, even at slow speeds, making it perfect for days when trout and other small predators are inactive and not feeding aggressively. When used in clear water, the addition of SCALE BOOST gives this very attractive bait a more realistic appearance, which often causes fish to attack with greater confidence. Get ready to revolutionize the way you fish with the Cardiff Armajoint 60SS, the latest innovation that will forever change the way you fish for trout, perch, walleye, blackbass and asp! This bait has been designed to entice even the fussiest trout to feed, thanks to this slow-moving swimbait that will drive them crazy. But that's just the beginning: ARMABOOST technology takes casting performance to the next level, producing a more compact shape, perfect for reaching those hard-to-reach spots. You can cast with confidence every time. You'll get a more natural swimming action, perfect for slow days when fish aren't feeding aggressively. And when fishing in clear waters, the addition of SCALE BOOST gives this bait an even more realistic appearance that guarantees a greater number of strikes. Don't settle for ordinary bait: improve your fishing experience with the Cardiff Armajoint 60SS and experience trout fishing like never before!

The new Shimano 23 Cardiff XR is a high-end reel designed for Trout Area and Trout Native Fishing. Combining a classic look with minimal weight, it perfectly matches and balances finesse trout rods and benefits from a special drag design for using the latest thin diameter lines. Are you looking for a specialist reel that can balance your lightweight trout area rods and offer accuracy and sensitivity in equal measure? The Cardiff XR might be just what you're looking for. Visually different from other Shimano spinning reels, thanks to the round cork handle and deep green pearlescent finish, this is one reel that stands out. With a light spin on start up, offering brilliant fingertip control of the lure, light line specialists will appreciate the precision of the ultra fine front drag, calibrated for the thinnest lines. As you'd expect from a high-end SHIMANO reel designed for finesse techniques, the Cardiff XR features a wide selection of cutting-edge technologies. The lightweight CI4+ body features the G-FREE design for optimal balance when using ultralight rods. Inside, HAGANE Gear, X-SHIP, Micro Module II and Silent Drive combine to produce smooth and efficient rotation, further enhanced by the latest low-inertia MGL rotor for smooth rotation. ultra light. This is a major advantage when working small lures with precision. In keeping with the Aero Trout and Native Trout techniques, which often require the use of ultra fine lines, the Cardiff XR features a special drag with felt discs which inspires confidence when fighting fish, especially when the catch is tight. close to the landing net.