Shimano 24 Poison Adrena Casting 172H2 7’2″ 14-42g 2pc

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Product Details and Uses

Shimano 24 Poison Adrena Casting 172H2 7’2″ 14-42g 2pc – The Heavy-Duty Powerhouse

The 2024 Shimano Poison Adrena 172H2 is the definitive “Heavy” power rod for the angler who refuses to sacrifice sensitivity for strength. At Gerry’s Fishing, we identify the 172H2 as the ideal choice for heavy-cover jigging, punching, and working large lures for big predators. The “2” in the model name indicates a center-cut 2-piece design, offering the perfect balance of elite JDM performance and practical portability for the traveling angler.

Utilizing the latest Ultimate Blank Design (UBD), this rod is incredibly crisp and fast. It is engineered to provide the “scintillating” action required to feel a fish breathe on a jig in deep water, while possessing the raw Spiral X Core power to extract a monster pike or zander from dense snags.

Key Specifications

Feature	Details
Model Code	24PADRNC172H2
Length	7’2″ (2.18m)
Casting Weight	14-42g (Approx. 1/2oz – 1 1/2oz)
Sections	2-Piece (Center Cut)
Blank Material	Spiral X Core + High Modulus Carbon
Handle Type	New 2024 Full Carbon Monocoque
Reel Seat	Perfection Reel Seat CI4+ XT
Guide Type	Premium X-Guides + Fuji Titanium SiC
Transport Length	Approx. 112cm
Action	Fast (Heavy Power)

Core Performance Features

Extreme Sensitivity & Recovery: The 2024 model features the upgraded Full Carbon Monocoque handle. By eliminating the traditional EVA/Cork and using a hollow carbon structure, the rod acts as a sounding board, amplifying vibrations. You will feel the difference between your lure hitting a rock, a sunken log, or a subtle predator “inhale.”
Spiral X Core Power: Heavy power rods often suffer from blank twist under load. Shimano’s Spiral X Core uses high-strength carbon tape to reinforce the blank diagonally, ensuring it stays perfectly round and powerful during massive hooksets and high-torque fights.
UBD (Ultimate Blank Design): This flagship philosophy ensures the rod is balanced to perfection. Despite its 42g casting rating, the 172H2 remains startlingly light in the hand, reducing fatigue during long days of casting heavy lures.
Perfection CI4+ XT Reel Seat: The casting-specific XT seat is ergonomically sculpted for a low-profile fit, giving you better leverage and ensuring your palm stays in direct contact with the resonant carbon for maximum feedback.
Premium Guide Train: Equipped with Shimano’s proprietary X-Guides and Fuji Titanium SiC inserts, this rod is built to handle heavy braided lines and thick fluorocarbon leaders, providing smooth, long-distance casts and superior line management.

Gerry’s Pro Tip: The 172H2 is the “go-to” rod for fishing heavy weed and sunken structures. If you are casting 1oz jigs or large soft plastics for zander and pike, the 7’2″ length gives you the perfect angle for vertical control and the “backbone” to turn a fish’s head before it reaches the snags.