Shimano 25 Grappler Type C – Offshore spinning excellence with power, precision, and control. The Shimano 25 Grappler Type C is a purpose-built offshore spinning rod designed for long-distance casting of artificial lures, particularly stickbaits and topwater plugs. Built with Shimano’s advanced Spiral X and Hi-Power X technologies, it delivers exceptional torsional stiffness and instantaneous power transfer while maintaining a lightweight structure. This results in rapid lure response and reliable performance when fighting hard-hitting pelagic species like tuna, frigate tuna, and mahi-mahi. Featuring a moderate to moderately fast action, the rod combines a sensitive tip with a strong backbone, offering a smooth load curve and high lifting power. The custom guide layout with Fuji K-Type Alconite guides and a Fuji SiC tip ensures optimal line management and minimizes tangles, especially with reduced guide spacing at the tip section. A robust Fuji DPS reel seat (except on ML models, which use lightweight CI4+ seats) provides a secure fit for a wide range of reel sizes. The ergonomic EVA grip delivers comfort and superior control, even in wet or rough conditions. Designed for technical offshore spinning, the Grappler Type C combines casting distance, lure control, and battle-ready strength—an elite tool for serious saltwater anglers seeking peak performance on every trip.