Shimano Grappler Type C Tuna Popping Rods

The Shimano Grappler Type C Tuna Popping Rods are purpose-built casting rods designed for presenting poppers, stickbaits, soft plastics, and other surface or subsurface lures to powerful nearshore and offshore gamefish. Unlike the jigging-focused models within the Grappler family, the Type C uses longer rod lengths, casting-specific actions, and component layouts optimized for distance and accuracy. The result is a lightweight, responsive platform capable of working artificial lures effectively while maintaining the backbone needed to battle large tuna, including giant bluefin.

Shimano combines Spiral X and Hi-Power X blank technologies to increase torsional and compression rigidity without unnecessary weight. These reinforcing carbon structures help resist blank twist and ovalization under heavy loads, improving casting efficiency, lure control, and power transmission during the fight. Fuji Alconite guides, a DPS reel seat, and Shimano’s V-Hold Grip complete a performance-oriented build designed for demanding offshore casting applications.