Description
Shimano 24 Dialuna Spinning 8’6″ 5-24g 2pc – The Ultimate Finesse Sea Bass Rod
The 2024 Shimano Dialuna S86L-S (or L action) is the finesse-tuned specialist of the Dialuna family. At Gerry’s Fishing, we identify this 8’6″ (2.59m) model as the premier choice for anglers who specialize in “light” sea bass tactics, utilizing small hardbaits, unweighted soft plastics, and micro-jigs. While the rest of the range focuses on power and distance, this Light (L) model prioritizes sensitivity and the ability to work lures as light as 5g with incredible precision.
Built with Spiral X and Hi-Power X carbon, it maintains the famous Dialuna “crispness” but adds a level of delicacy that allows you to feel the most tentative takes in calm estuaries or clear coastal waters.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Model Code | S86L / S86L-S |
| Length | 8’6″ (2.59m) |
| Casting Weight | 5 – 24g |
| Sections | 2-Piece |
| Weight | Approx. 115g |
| Blank Material | Spiral X + Hi-Power X |
| Handle Type | Carbon Monocoque |
| Reel Seat | Shimano Ci4+ Custom |
| Guide Type | Fuji Stainless Steel SiC K-Guides |
| Transport Length | Approx. 133cm |
| Action | Fast (Finesse Oriented) |
Product Details & Performance Features
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Precision Finesse Blank: The 5-24g rating is specifically designed for the “lighter” side of lure fishing. The blank is tuned to load easily with smaller lures, allowing you to flick a 7g surface lure or a light soft plastic jig head into tight spots with ease.
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Spiral X & Hi-Power X Strength: Despite its light rating, the rod is far from “soft.” The dual-layer carbon construction ensures that the blank remains rigid and responsive, providing the “scintillating” action required to twitch and work lures technically.
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Carbon Monocoque Sensitivity: On a finesse rod like the S86L, the Carbon Monocoque handle is a massive advantage. Because the handle is hollow and fused to the blank, it acts as an acoustic chamber that amplifies the subtle vibrations of a small lure’s tail or a fish “tapping” the lure without fully committing.
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Fuji SiC K-Type Guides: To maximize the performance of light PE braids (often 0.6 to 1.0 PE for this rod), it is fitted with tangle-free Fuji K-guides. The SiC inserts ensure the line flows through with zero friction, protecting your ultra-light leaders during the fight.
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Exceptional Tip Recovery: The fast tip recovery reduces the “wobble” that can occur after a cast, meaning your line remains tight and your lure starts working the moment it hits the water—essential for surface fishing.
Gerry’s Pro Tip: The S86L is the perfect “Estuary Specialist.” If you spend your time fishing tidal creeks, shallow flats, or calm harbors with lures like the smaller Patchinko 100 or 5g paddletails, this rod will give you a level of enjoyment and feedback that heavier rods simply cannot match.
