Shimano POISON ULTIMA PU172HA

Chosen for jig-and-worm duty based on the explicit Technique plus 7'2" length, Heavy power, Moderate Fast action, and 1/2–1 1/2 oz rating—an effective spec blend for bottom-contact work around moderate cover.

Exact model specifications

model
PU172HA
Length
7'2"
Power
Heavy
Action
Moderate Fast
Lure rating
1/2-1 1/2 oz
Line rating
12-25 lb
pieces
1

Primary purpose

Official Technique: JIG AND WORM. The PU172HA (7'2", Heavy, Moderate Fast, 1/2–1 1/2 oz, 12–25 lb) is built to move single‑hook soft plastics and jigs with authority while maintaining castability and fish control. At 7'2", it delivers leverage for solid hooksets and efficient line management when working bottom contact. Heavy power supports common Texas/Carolina rigs and compact-to-full‑size jigs around cover, while the Moderate Fast action offers a responsive tip for accurate pitching and controlled load to keep fish pinned. The 1/2–1 1/2 oz payload comfortably covers typical worm weights plus trailers or 1/2–1 oz jigs, aligning the rod’s length/action/power with reliable jig‑and‑worm presentations in banks, points, and moderate cover.

Other suitable presentations

  • Swim jig or bladed jig (1/2–1 1/4 oz total) in stained water and scattered grass: the Moderate Fast action helps launch compact movers and keep fish buttoned on surging strikes. In light current, stay near the middle of the rating for best tracking.
  • Heavy Texas rig (3/4–1 1/4 oz total) for sparse mats, reeds, or wood in clearer water: pitch precisely, crawl and hop through lanes; Heavy power aids extraction without overpowering. In heavier current or denser cover, remain ≤1 1/4 oz for consistent loading.
  • Football jig (3/4–1 oz total) on offshore rock in clear water: the length improves line pickup for sweeping hooksets; the action cushions boatside surges. Keep casts within control range to maintain bottom contact and feel.

Complete tackle pairings

Setup 1 (PU172HA):

  • Reel: Low‑profile casting 150 size, 7.1:1.
  • Main line: 40 lb braid.
  • Leader: 16 lb fluorocarbon, ~5 ft, FG knot.
  • Hook: 4/0 EWG worm hook.
  • Lure: 5" stick worm + 3/8 oz tungsten bullet.
  • Total mass: ~3/4 oz within rating. Use moderate drag and steady sweep to drive the single hook through plastic and maintain control around moderate cover.

Setup 2 (PU172HA):

  • Reel: Low‑profile casting 200 size, 6.3:1.
  • Main line: 16 lb fluorocarbon.
  • Leader: none. Knot: San Diego Jam.
  • Hook: Built‑in 4/0 heavy‑wire on a 3/4 oz football jig + 3.5" trailer (~1/4 oz).
  • Total mass: ~1 oz within rating. Sweep to load the blank over rock and maintain bottom contact.

The complete-rig weights above are setup targets, not measured weights of a named bait model. Weigh the assembled lure, hook, sinker and hardware; choose a combination comfortably within this exact rod’s rating. Reel gear ratio does not by itself determine spool braking or suitability for very light lures.

Limits and poor matches

The 1/2–1 1/2 oz rating favors medium‑to‑heavy rigs; it is not ideal for finesse plastics or very small jigs below 1/2 oz. Heavy power suits single hooks, but the Moderate Fast action may feel slower for long‑range, slack‑line hooksets with very stretchy systems. Line rating (12–25 lb) and payload do not target extreme punching weights. Match hook wire to drag: heavy‑wire jigs need firmer drag and direct pressure; lighter‑wire hooks call for moderated drag to avoid bending out, especially around wood or sparse grass.

Brand
Shimano
Category
rod

Price by market

  • US: USD 979.99–null
  • CA: CAD 1489.99–null

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  • #6 — rod · CA · high — Chosen for jig-and-worm duty based on the explicit Technique plus 7'2" length, Heavy power, Moderate Fast action, and 1/2–1 1/2 oz rating—an effective spec blend for bottom-contact work around moderate cover.
  • #6 — rod · US · high — Chosen for jig-and-worm duty based on the explicit Technique plus 7'2" length, Heavy power, Moderate Fast action, and 1/2–1 1/2 oz rating—an effective spec blend for bottom-contact work around moderate cover.

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