SHIMANO Nessa SS S108M+

Bend and Launch: Adaptable Casting for Surf Scenes
This rod features the "bending blank" concept, enabling continuous casting required in surf games. The basic structure of Spiral X and the reinforced structure of High Power X suppress twisting and collapsing of the rod. The synergy with the easily bendable blanks makes it easier to find the release point during casts in unstable surf conditions, achieving stable casting distance. Additionally, the rod action with good follow-through reduces erratic movements during lure retrieval. This broadens the angler's options for lure rotation, allowing for a strategic approach to elicit reactions from targets across vast surf areas. During the fight, the rod bends to help control the movements of large flounder or the vigorous resistance of bluefish, facilitating a swift and powerful battle while assisting with smooth landings.

Nessa SS S108M+:

As the core model of the series, this rod boasts a wide range of adaptability regardless of area or lure type. Its action allows anglers to easily grasp the release point during casts, and the tapered design is well-suited for techniques such as jerkbait retrieves. This combination enhances performance in various situations, increasing the likelihood of encounters with fish.

KEY FEATURE:
Bending Blank Design for Stable Casting

The Nessa SS rod is meticulously crafted to enable continuous long-distance casting, even for those lacking confidence in their strength, in the challenging conditions of the surf. With a blank setting that stabilizes casting form on unstable terrain, it offers casting stability for all surf anglers, from beginners to intermediates. Traditional surf fishing rods prioritize casting distance by increasing the power of the blank, which can make them challenging to handle for anglers of varying skill levels. The Nessa SS addresses this by incorporating a bendable blank design, making long-distance casting easier for any angler.

Additionally, this design facilitates accurate long-distance casting with both pendulum casts (with longer line-out) and overhead casts (with shorter line-out). The release timing becomes easier to grasp, allowing anglers to fully load the blank with the lure's weight. Despite this, the rod maintains stiffness and power, enabling quick and effortless long-distance casts.

Cast Lures Far with Minimal Effort

The blank incorporates Shimano's proprietary technologies, Spiral X and High Power X, which reduce twisting and collapsing. This combination with the easily bendable blank design allows for stable casting distance.

Unique Joint Mechanism to Prevent Power Loss

The Screw Lock Joint is a proprietary Shimano technology that connects blanks by twisting them together, preventing them from sticking during use. This design minimizes any wobbling or misalignment at the joint, protecting against unexpected damage during high-stress situations like casting.

Handles Intense Fights with Confidence

The bendable blank design also contributes during the fight. Its responsiveness helps absorb the force from large flounder or the vigorous resistance of bluefish. This suppression of the fish's movement enables speedy, powerful battles while ensuring smooth landings.

More Technical Approaches with Sensitivity and Control

The Nessa SS models S106M/MH and S100M/MH+ feature Soft Tube Top technology. This technology combines the flexibility of a solid tip with the sensitivity of a tubular tip, allowing anglers to feel changes in the tide while easily manipulating lures. It pairs well with low-drag sinking pencils and jointed lures, facilitating more delicate approaches.

Bending Curve Comparison: Nessa SS vs. Nessa BB

At Low Load

• Nessa BB: Features a stiff tip suited for fine manipulations like twitching, maintaining stability during retrieves.
• Nessa SS: Offers a highly responsive tip that clearly conveys the movements of low-drag lures, while its stiff belly section effectively accommodates larger jerk movements.

At High Load

• Nessa BB: The increased diameter of the blank enhances overall power, making it easier to feel the power during casting and while dragging fish up the surf.
• Nessa SS: Provides a wide release point during casting and a reassuring strength to prevent losing fish during fights.

Feature comparison table with Nessa XR and Nessa BB:

FEATURE:
CI4+:

An evolved version of Shimano's unique material, CI4, reinforced with carbon fibers. It is characterized by being lighter and having higher strength compared to conventional resins. Screw Lock Joint:

This mechanism enhances the fixation strength of the joint by twisting it like a screw. It prevents the rod from unintentionally detaching during high-stress situations, such as fishing on rocky shores.