Shimano® 2 Pc. FX Spinning Rod :: Education by Design Store

Editorial Review
Big Shimano quality and sensitivity at a price even the fish can afford! Shimano is the big fish in the pond when it comes to rod construction. And the FX Spinning Rod gives you all their knowledge and experience at a great price. Cast a line on these features: Durable Aeroglass blank construction gives fast-response at a price that's sensitive to your budget; Reinforced aluminum oxide guides for smooth line flow on every cast and retrieve; Solid locking graphite reel seat; Comfortable EVA foam-grip handle. The legendary quality at a no-worries price! State Size. Order Today! Mfr. Number: FXS-50ULB2, Length (ft.): 5', Action: Ultra Light, Line Rating (lbs.): 1-4, Lure Rating (ozs.): 1/32-3/16, Pieces: 2, Foregrip length (in.): 2 in., Reargrip length (in.): 5 in., Guides: Tip+4; Mfr. Number: FXS-56ULB2, Length: 5'6", Action: Ultra Light, Line Rating (lbs.): 2-6, Lure Rating (ozs.): 1/32-3/16, Pieces: 2, Foregrip Length: 2 in., Reargrip Length: 5 in., Guides: Tip+4; Mfr. Number: FXS-60MB2, Length: 6', Action: Medium, Line Rating (lbs.): 6-14, Lure Rating (ozs.): 1/8-1/2, Pieces: 2, Forgrip Length: 2 1/2 in., Reargrip Length: 6 1/2 in., Guides: Tip+4; Mfr. Number: FXS-66MB2, Length: 6'6", Action: Medium, Line Rating (lbs.): 6-14, Lure Rating (ozs.): 1/4-5/8, Pieces: 2, Foregrip Length: 2 1/2 in., Reargrip Length: 7 1/2 in., Guides: Tip+5; Mfr Number: FXS-66MHB2, Length: 6'6", Action: Medium Heavy, Line Rating (lbs.): 8-17, Lure Rating (ozs.): 1/4-3/4, Pieces: 2, Foregr
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Customer Reviews

Good rod, and great deal

2008-06-27
This may be the cheapest rod you can ever find. Plus, it is distributed in sportsauthority stores, about 9.99 each. So you can try them in person if you have sportsauthority nearby. Many people doubt them just because of the too low price tag, which are cheaper than many children rods. In fact, they are really decent rods. In shimano's catolog, it even mentions that this series is good for light salt water fishing, which it does. I mainly fish in Long Island. My fx rods are no rust in guides after one year use.

I have three FX rod, 7' 6.6' and 5'. Because of their prices, I am not forced to take too much care of them. I just put them into trunk, and never worry about them. after 1 year use, there are no indication of any damage. I bought them, because they are good for friends who happend with me, and also want to try fishing. I used them too. they are sensitive, decent quality. I highly recommend them. Their too low prices should not be the reason keeping you from them.

Poor shipping

2008-06-05
The rod was shipped in two pieces an the lower shaft and the rod tip was sticking out of the box about 4 inches with no protection at all. Only an idiot would ship the rod this way. I will never purchase again from this company. You see that I am only a number and my account means nothing to them. I am still waiting for a replacement. Maybey I should not hold my breath.

Great Value

2008-06-01
Nice ultra light rod from shimano and you can't beat the price. If they would have offered a 6' UL rod I would have gotten that one but the 5'6" worked out just fine. The arctic grayling didn't seem to mind and they were a blast to catch on this rod.

Awesome

2008-04-10
The rods that I received were even better than I had expected. Very high quality, and at a very good price. Thank you very much!

Good budget UL rod

2007-08-23
I bought this rod to replace a light rod that I broke early in the season. I picked this one because its very cheap and a name brand. I'm quite happy with this rod. I've paired it with an Abu Garcia Cardinal 100 reel. It casts smoothly, feels great, and is very light. No problems casting over and over. It carres easily and so far hold up to my rough usage.

The only down side to this rod is that the part of the reel seat that screws in is the bottom part, so you hand rests on that. It's not the most comfortable place to put it, since you are resting your hands on the threads. But, again, it's a very light rod and the weight definately doesn't cause problems. I could see this as a good rod to start someone young with.