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Shimano Outlier Swimbait Casting Rods
OUC710HP
Ocean Township
3501 Sunset Avenue
Ocean Township NJ 07712
United States
Purpose-built for the demands of modern swimbait fishing, the Shimano Outlier Swimbait Casting Rods deliver unmatched performance, durability, and control for anglers targeting trophy-sized bass and other big predators. Designed with dedicated swimbait anglers in mind, this premium rod series features carefully tuned actions and tapers that excel with large hard baits, soft plastics, and glide baits. Whether you're making long casts from shore or launching from a boat, these rods provide the power and precision needed to effectively fish heavy swimbaits in challenging environments.
At the core of the Outlier series is a technologically advanced blank construction that combines Shimano’s proprietary Spiral X and Hi-Power X technologies. Spiral X uses a three-layer structure with carbon tape spirally wrapped in opposite directions and a vertically layered core of muscle carbon to drastically enhance hoop strength and eliminate blank twist. Complementing this, Hi-Power X reinforces the rod’s outer layer with diagonally wrapped carbon tape in a distinctive "X" pattern. The synergy of these technologies reduces blank distortion during casting and hooksets, offering improved accuracy, strength, and responsiveness when throwing big baits at wary fish.
To complete its refined build, the Outlier series includes high-end hardware such as a CI4+ carbon-infused reel seat for superior strength-to-weight performance and Fuji K-Frame guides with SiC inserts for smooth line management under heavy loads. The custom EVA grips are overlaid with a heat-shrink coating that enhances durability and grip retention during long fishing sessions. Each rod is also packaged with a custom neoprene rod sock for protection during transport and storage. Whether you’re working big waters for monsters or dissecting cover with precision, the Shimano Outlier rods are designed to elevate your swimbait game to the next level.
Features:
| Model | Length | Guide Type | Pieces | Foregrip Length (in) | Power | Blank Material | Lure Rating (oz) | Grip Material | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OUC74MH | 7'4" | Fuji SiC | 1 | 1.5 | Medium Heavy | Spiral X + Hi-Power X | 1/2 - 2 | EVA + Shrink Tube | Fast |
| OUC710HP | 7'10" | Fuji SiC | 2 | 1.5 | Heavy + | Spiral X + Hi-Power X | 3 - 6 | EVA + Shrink Tube | Moderate |
| OUC80XXH | 8'0" | Fuji SiC | 2 | 1.5 | Extra Extra Heavy | Spiral X + Hi-Power X | 6 - 14 | EVA + Shrink Tube | Moderate Fast |
| OUC79MHP | 7'9" | Fuji SiC | 2 | 1.5 | Medium Heavy + | Spiral X + Hi-Power X | 1 - 4 | EVA + Shrink Tube | Moderate Fast |
| OUC711H | 7'11" | Fuji SiC | 2 | 1.5 | Heavy | Spiral X + Hi-Power X | 1 - 5 | EVA + Shrink Tube | Fast |
| OUC80XH | 8'0" | Fuji SiC | 2 | 1.5 | Extra Heavy | Spiral X + Hi-Power X | 4 - 9 | EVA + Shrink Tube | Moderate |
| SKU | UPC |
|---|---|
| OUC710HP | 022255299800 |
| OUC711H | 022255299817 |
| OUC74MH | 022255299787 |
| OUC79MHP | 022255299794 |
| OUC80XH | 022255299824 |
| OUC80XXH | 022255299831 |
