Super Ultralight Rods Straight From Japan: Unboxing and Fishing
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- čas přidán 28. 01. 2023
- Today, I unbox, fish and give my first impressions on two JDM super ultralight rods:
Daiwa Presso Air AGS 5’10 XUL
Daiwa Iprimi 5’6 XXUL
I got these rods from JDM Tackle Heaven.
I recommend both this retailer and Asian Portal Fishing for JDM fishing gear shipped to the US.
Please like, share and/or subscribe if you enjoy my content! Thank you! - Sport
Sweeeeet. First time seeing your channel. Love finding UL channels
Hey brother always great to see others that enjoy it. It’s my favorite. From about 2000-2012 I was ultralight only! I got into saltwater and bass fishing, but still would go finesse. Getting into jdm bass gear, i discovered the AMAZING market of jdm ultralight stuff, and now I’m back to stay 😎. Even the simple stuff like a 19.99 Walmart Shakespeare rod, I love it!
Rod/reel combo with fishing kit as an emergency setup czcams.com/users/postUgkxntWMOZsO1Zfv-pdn_XuffEtNkTYAYu4Z recommend but started to use this every day. The rod is thick and seems durable. I keep it neatly tucked into a regular backpack all the time with my fishing gear, and can grab it anytime, put it on my back and go anywhere. I just read in another review that the rod length below the reel is adjustable as well, so I will try that too for even more portability. Probably the best setup I've ever owned. I lost the cap for the eyelets, but no big deal since I still have the black cloth sheath that came for the pole and I use that. Very portable and high quality.
They are bulletproof
Those rods are awesome-looks like insane fun on those- I ordered daiwa presso 6’6” two piece I seen in one of your other videos.
Hey Robert that’s awesome! You will find a lot of joy in that particular rod, no matter the price, it is one of my favorites! Just so balanced and perfect for an ultralight!
First of your videos I watched I really enjoyed it a lot looking forward to watching them all love and respect to you frome Paul in p.a
Hey Paul thanks so much! Hope you have a great weekend and a blast on the water!
Nice video matey! Gotta love a bit of LRF! 👍
Hey Stephen thanks for watching!!!! You’re absolutely right!
Nice one, thanks for sharing your imPRESSOns :)
I have an Iprimi coming and am very excited already...
Thanks man!!! Those iprimi rods are some fun rod bending sticks!!!! Did you get the Xxul or the xul?
@@TheUltralightLife it's the 1,80m 3g one in 4 piece so I can take it in a suitcase when travelling. I like soft rods but this one is VERY soft indeed!
@@janwestphal8047 oh cool the travel one!! These are the softest rods I’ve ever used. Which is good and then bad in many instances
Great video man 💪🏻
Thanks brother I really appreciate it! These are going to be soooo fun
So nice to see somebody on here that actually doesn't want a 80,000 foot rod I fish with 5ft 5ft 6 rods my whole life 8 lb test or 6 lb test and all these Pro CZcams Fishman are like six and a half seven-and-a-half 8 ft rods and 50 lb braid it's insane
Yes I like a lot of length but prefer 6’6 and under for light action rods. I just bought a 7’3 ultralight designed to launch small hardbaits.. I’ll see about it but sure I will like my shorter ones more! Thanks for watching
Great channel. Like the information you give.
Thanks buddy!
Wow i like your fishing rod ultra lite
Hey thanks! Ultralight rods are awesome
Nice pickups, I also have that presso AGS rod and it’s a pleasure to fish with. Once you use an jDM rod, it’s hard to go back to the rods sold in the US. It’s night and day with the sensitivity.
They are sooooo awesome. I still like my USDM ones, just for nostalgia purposes. But there no denying this presso ags
@@TheUltralightLifecheck out the xesta black star Tz tuned rod
Very informative
Thanks man!!! Look forward to your adventures especially when it warms up a tad 😂
Yep, water temperature needs to warm up.
Something like this are usually use for giant freshwater prawn here in south east asia, need the rod to be super sensitive because you need to feel the prawn using its pincer when they put the bait in their mouth, its actually quite challenging you can't be aggressive or too slow when trying to catch one.
That’s so cool to hear, I can definitely see that! Reminds me of crabbing at the coast. But the prawns are probably much more sensitive so you have to have the perfect balance as you mentioned
I've heard that part of the rod (the gap) referred to as a "spigot", the raw carbon section. It supposed to be that way. As the graphite slowly wears away from repeatedly taking it down and putting it together (thousands of times), it can shorten to the point that the two rod ends will not fully seat. It prolongs the life of the rod. I tend to keep my rods together, so its not an issue. I've heard you can bring it back with dry graphite spray if it gets to bad.
Wow, those look amazing! One day I might be able to afford some rods like these! Great review. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you sir! I highly recommend any of the daiwa jdm rods
They are not even expensive! 😂
@@akitaowner anything over $100 is a hefty expense when you have real bills and priorities to take care of. Many of us juggle a lot of responsibilities, and fishing is fun time. Please do not try to clown anybody in my comments.
@@TheUltralightLife facts!
@@travisyu2981 most def 👍
Agree with your 1pc rod comment! I rarely ever go 2pc, other than fly rods.
Thanks brother. Incredibly, these jdm rods have superb bend and sensitivity despite being 2 pc. I think it has to do a lot with the ferrule technology. There isn’t any USDM ultralight rods with those connections
@@TheUltralightLife Great info, definitely gonna check them out!
watching now 👍
Thank you sir hope you had a great weekend!!!
@@TheUltralightLife didn't get to go fishing this weekend and regret not going. back to work tomorrow ☹
@@351cleveland8 I feel ya boss man. If it makes you feel better I had to work a few hours today haha. Just makes you appreciate it more next time you get out on the water!!! Knock that week out dude.
New friend here. 🔔
Excellent video. You have an incredible channel.
Have a happy Thursday. 💖13
Hey! Thank you so much!!!
Great crappie. That fairy wand looks straight from Hogwarts. What a bend on em. They look crazy light. I am checking these out!
They are ridiculous! Thanks for watching brother
If you fish hickory. Let me know! I just order the iprimi last night. Super excited
Hey Hiep, I believe you got that g loomis rod from me to use as bfs blank of Fb marketplace brother. I have never been to hickory but I would be glad to bring the boat down there one day. The iprimi makes every fish a joy
Would you be interested in a trade for the ags rod for a custom bfs rod?
Thanks for showing the new rods. May have to try JDM
They are in a league of their own! Have another one that I will do a vid on in the next month. Feel free to ask me any questions!
Thanks for the review. I fish Okuma Celilo and love them, but want a XXL. This looks like the rod I want. Why a 2000 reel and not a 1000? Ty
Hey! Some 2000 size reels have shallow spools and this reel was 5.1 ounces… I am able to cast slightly farther with a wider 2000 shallow spool, and I’ve tend to notice the drags are better on 2000 reelsn
Im using a Daiwa TD Black Drunknmonkey 1-2kg 6'10, stradic 1000 and 6lb braid 4lb leader i get called crazy for fishing such light gear on bream (similar to your Sheepshead), but this takes it a level above, would love to get one to give it a crack on our natives
It would be 🔥, nice setup!
I want the ags! But also the soare xr tubular. But so expensive so I picked up a ray fishing UL rod. Check it out! It’s almost the same level as JDM at fraction of the cost. The tip is thinner than a toothpick. It’s made here locally in Livermore California
Dude I’ll check it out for sure!!! What technique/lure weight do you like the best for it? Also where did you buy? I have seen baitfinesseempire selling a few Rays
@@TheUltralightLife from rays fishing website. I use 7”5 UL to throw 1 gram trout magnets and 1 gram mini jigs
Good video. Which one of these two rods do you like more?
The daiwa presso air ags 510xul is in a league of its own!!! The best rod I used. Thanks for watching
How does the imprimi compare to other jdm rods in terms of sensitivity (despite it being a solid tipped rod)
Hey sorry just saw your other comment. If you want sensitivity go with anything daiwa presso for the money!
@TheUltralightLife no worries I appreciate the reply. Yeah the presso is a beautiful rod, price is alot, but a beautiful rod indeed.
Could the xxul iprimi handle a 2lb perch? I was thinking of buying one but I'm not sure if it could handle that I might just get the 6ft xul model but I'm not sure
Can handle that fish bro. Will be fun for u. Go for it.
@@TheUltralightLife Thankyou IL see if I can get it from Asian Portal fishing :D
Goodies from Japan 😊 I really like the Evergreen rods, hard to come by though.👍
Hey! Which evergreen is your favorite in ultralight spec?
@@TheUltralightLife I have several Evergreen Superior rods but I'm not a UL angler.The lightest I have is the scoutmaster.What I like about this series is they have comfortable grip and precision engineered ferrule.🙂
@@Boris29311 I haven’t looked into the evergreen rods much, our exposure to them here are extremely limited. I wasn’t a fan of the USDM ones but I’m sure the JDM options are great. Every company has a rod that is insanely good for one technique, what’s your favorite technique for that evergreen?
Do you think the 510XUL has enough backbone for 1-2lb trout or will it be overpowered?
Can handle those fish no problem brother. Have fun!
Hi. I would like to ask you, in your opinion, what is the max lure weight on Presso Air AGS 510XUL, that will no overload the tip druring jigging? Best.
Hey anything over 4g would be a bit much. I think 2-3g the sweet spot 😁👍. I like 1 gram jig head with 1-2” plastic. Perfect.
Hi, do you mean 2-3g jighead or total lure weight? Regards.@@TheUltralightLife
Hi, have you tried the Air AGS 6.1 ML version?
Hey I really want that rod but haven’t tried it yet. Seems awesome with the more backbone
Bro. try Tailwalk Super Ajist tz. that one is the king
Hey I just looked it up! The 60 model?? I’m interested in getting it. Do you have it?
What pound line were you using?
2lb stren!
I got randuk 4,6 feet..2-6 lb..due to heavy cover fishing..i think i need 1000 reel not 800 maybe daiwa finnese reel next upgrade.
1000 daiwa is the perfect match for your needs!
try the shimano soare xr. i have the S76UL-T (tubular tip). S for solid tip
That was on my radar along with the air ags. What applications do you like your 76ul-t for the best??
@@TheUltralightLife I mainly drop shot for bass on it. Sometimes jig, neko or ned rig also. Was planning on getting the new 23 shimano vanquish for it, but liking the 23 daiwa airity more right now.
@@kiethuynh7624 both of those reels are 🔥. I have a rod that I use in similar fashion, it is the Daiwa Kage mini jig/spoon 8 foot XFast action. It’s a niche rod, but so cool when used effectively
Jdm super ultra light rod, can supply in India.
Awesome!
Hi sir what’s the gear ratio on your luvias 2000?
Hey! It is 5.1, so perfect for finesse soft plastics where I tend to over reel
@@TheUltralightLife thank you for your reply, is that the 2000s which is the smaller main body model ? :)
@@YzKnox yes it is! The perfect ul reel
@@TheUltralightLife thank you sir hope you catch more fish
Once you use a JDM rod, you would not want to use anything else.
Those Air Guide System from Daiwa makes casting smooth as silk, only thing is you have to be careful not to damage it since its not easy to buy a replacement guide.
I’m paranoid about those ags guides, heard the same with the bass rods daiwa has! To you have a favorite JDM rod that’s a little less? I’m steering towards trying the major craft finetail soon
@@TheUltralightLife Ive had good experience using Majorcraft rods. I had the 7'8" Kurodai and for the price it was actually very good.
So if you want to give them a try I think you would be satisfied too
@@imthebestthingsinceslicedr5400 awesome thanks for the help! I also have my eye on yamaga blanks
Where did you get them
JDM tackle heaven!
there's a TON of high-end ultra lights that are not expensive.
What’s your favorite one that’s not expensive?
Bro! What this is Reed and size?
Hi! Reel or rod?
Once you go jdm, there’s nothing like it.
Absolutely!!!
Links to get them?
Hey I added them to the bio
save your pennies up and get the evergreen limber tip
Hey thanks for the suggestion. I’ll look into it, what’s your favorite use for that particular model??
The one thing I hate about those rod is the butt it’s ugly and lazy design, but besides that it’s pretty sensitive and nice feeling
Dude that part almost talked me out of getting it lol. But it balances great in hand with the luvias 2000. Just feels weird standing on my rod rack with no butt grip
@@TheUltralightLife lol
A lot of my rods have came in pvc pipe. Just a tip your videos are ok but you bore your audience a bit with too much of a slow moving video too much chit chat I think u might get more subscribers if u speed things up a bit. It’s like get rod out and together then get on the water. 🎣
I get that but I’m also new to making and publishing videos. I wanted to be detailed but I see what you mean. Appreciate the advice
the rod butt is gone................
Comes like that brother, it’s a weird look at first but balances great and I don’t notice it when fighting a fish
Sorry got too bored
With the JDM rods you cannot follow the same criteria as to how a certain action may act just by its rating or its length.
The Japanese are so far advanced with their ultralights as compared to the U.S. market and really specialize their offerings and offer different actions and characteristics for the individual rods designed for differing species and uses.
An Ajing rod for instance is a stiffer blank in general when compared to a mebaru species rod and an Area Trout rod even is different action wise as compared to the other two.
The U.S. market rods pretty much are just a jumbled mess depending on the manufacturer.
Same goes with the JDM reels as many are offered with a shallow, wider spool which cast light line better and waste less line, who needs 250 ft of 2lb test line on a 1000 size reel to fill the spool?
Like anything the budget is the only limit but if you ever get into JDM dishing gear you will not even look at most anything made for the American market.
And if you value your budget never try tackle like the JDM Diawa gekka bijin/ ajin light wire 1.0-1.5 gram jigs!
Not only is this guy AGS Over-reacting but also use to big spinreel on UL rod from JDM 🤣🤣🤣 think he's out of balance 💥
Look what the cat dragged in. You do realize the advantages to using a 2000 sized spinning reel right when it weighs less than many 500 size reels. I have 500, 1000, and 2000 size spinning reels for ultralights. Even better, they are all featured on my channel (despite just starting it). Maybe if you want to talk crazy, make sense first. Have a nice day
@@TheUltralightLife Nice video now you need to get the matching 1000 Presso 21 ultralight spinning reel, and I order most of my high end gear from Digitaka it arrives within 4 days!
@@philliplawson2932 haven’t ordered from them yet. I like that presso. Also like the new soare
@@TheUltralightLife Yeah I have both of those reels they are very nice but I still have my cheap original ultralight Presso Rod I did change the guides to titanium though!
Daiwa preso is maid mainly for fresh water game not SW
I am using it in fresh water.
WHEN I FIND ALIENS FROM THE HEAVENS THAT SELL FISHING EQUIPMENT FOR THE PRICE OF THOSE 2 RODS TOTAL...THEN I'LL FIND THE MONEY TO BUY THEM !!!!!!
...NICE RODS BUT I'LL STICK TO SHAKESPEARE AND OTHERS 🤣👍❗❗❗
I still have a few Shakespeare that are over 20 years old. I have been buying/trading/selling rods and reels ever since. That comment was a little bit of a reach brother… there are rods much more expensive than those and I got them 20% less than they are pricing at today. Usually the people that make these comments put the same money in other things, all about perspective and what’s important to you but I get it.
Ive been looking at the ags rod. Can i use 6lb mono on the 5'10 or do i need the 6 foot model ags xul?..
Hey buddy that rod is more suited for 2- 4lb, the ML rod in that line would be best if strictly 6lb mono. That ML rod still bends like crazy too on light line
How would you compare the 510XUL to 61ML, the same but 6.1ML more stronger? Is the 6.1ML version able to jig with 2-3g jigheads witout not overloading the tip? @@TheUltralightLife
@@lmps5806 I’m going off my suggestions from a fellow ultralight friend that has the ML, 3g jig head def want the ML. 1 gram jighead for the XUL I have