The Shimano Taipan is a short, powerful overhead jig rod built for hard-pulling saltwater fish. At 5'5", it gives you excellent control when working jigs vertically while delivering the lifting power needed when a big kingfish or reef fish digs in. A solid choice for heavy-duty jigging from the boat.

Specs:

• Length: 5'5" / 1.65m
• Sections: 1 piece
• Rod Type: Overhead jig
• Line Rating: 50-80lb
• Application: Vertical jigging
• Ideal for: Kingfish, snapper and powerful reef/offshore species
• Configuration: Overhead
• Action: Powerful jigging action
• Designed for: Heavy saltwater jigging and hard-fighting fish