Shimano 22 Expride 270MH+ 1pieces [Y291]

Shimano 22 Expride 270MH+

A Versatile Medium-Heavy Plus Spinning Rod for Bass & Freshwater Fishing

The Shimano 22 Expride 270MH+ is a versatile one-piece spinning rod designed for anglers who need a combination of casting distance, sensitivity, and extra power for a wide range of bass and freshwater fishing applications.

At 2.13 m (7'0") and only 100 g, the 270MH+ offers an excellent balance between lightweight handling and substantial power. Its Medium Heavy Plus (MH+) power and Regular action provide a progressive bend that works especially well with moving baits while maintaining enough backbone for solid hooksets and controlling larger fish.

With a broad 7–30 g lure rating, this rod can handle everything from medium-weight soft plastics and finesse presentations to heavier moving baits such as spinnerbaits, chatterbaits, and swim jigs.

The 7'0" length also makes the 270MH+ an excellent choice when casting distance is important, making it particularly useful for bank fishing, covering open water, and fishing large areas efficiently.

This rod is in perfect condition, with only tiny scratches on the grip. No rod bag is included.

Key Features

Medium Heavy Plus Power
Provides additional backbone compared with a traditional Medium Heavy rod, making it suitable for heavier lures and larger fish.

Regular Action
The progressive action helps load the rod smoothly during casting and is particularly effective with moving baits and treble-hooked lures.

7'0" Length
Provides excellent casting distance while maintaining good lure control and handling.

Lightweight 100 g Construction
Keeps the setup comfortable during long fishing sessions while maintaining impressive power.

Wide 7–30 g Lure Range
Allows the rod to cover a broad range of techniques, from lighter soft plastics to heavier reaction baits.

Specifications

• Model: Shimano 22 Expride 270MH+
• Type: Spinning Rod
• Length: 2.13 m (7'0")
• Number of Pieces: 1-piece + grip
• Folded Length: 182.8 cm
• Weight: 100 g
• Power: Medium Heavy Plus
• Action: Regular
• Lure Rating: 7–30 g
• Line Rating: 6–12 lb
• Grip Length: 235 mm

Applications & Fishing Style

The 270MH+ is an excellent choice for anglers looking for a powerful yet lightweight spinning setup capable of covering a wide range of freshwater techniques.

Ideal for:

• Largemouth Bass
• Smallmouth Bass
• Walleye
• Northern Pike
• Bank fishing
• Boat fishing
• Open-water fishing
• Fishing around vegetation and structure
• Long-distance casting

Its 7'0" length is particularly useful when you need additional casting distance or want to cover a large area efficiently.

Best Lures & Techniques

The 270MH+ performs particularly well with:

Moving Baits

• Chatterbaits
• Spinnerbaits
• Swim Jigs
• Buzzbaits

Soft Plastics

• Paddle Tail Swimbaits
• Senkos
• Worms
• Creature Baits
• Flukes
• Shad-style soft plastics

Bottom-Contact Techniques

• Texas Rig
• Free Rig
• Carolina Rig
• Light Jigs

Hard Baits

• Medium Crankbaits
• Lipless Crankbaits
• Jerkbaits
• Minnow-style plugs

Ideal lure range: approximately 7–30 g

Target Species

Perfect for:

• Largemouth Bass
• Smallmouth Bass
• Walleye
• Northern Pike
• Other freshwater predator species

Recommended Reel Setup

Pair the Expride 270MH+ with a quality 2500–3000 size spinning reel.

Recommended reels:

• Shimano Vanford 2500 / C3000
• Shimano Twin Power 2500 / C3000
• Shimano Stella 2500 / C3000
• Daiwa Luvias LT 2500 / 3000
• Daiwa Certate LT 2500 / 3000

Recommended gear ratio:

A 5.0:1–6.2:1 range is ideal for general-purpose fishing. A slightly faster retrieve can be useful for moving baits and techniques where quick line pickup is important.

A lightweight 2500–3000 size reel will complement the 100 g Expride and create a well-balanced spinning setup.

Recommended Line Setup

General Bass Fishing

• Fluorocarbon: 6–10 lb
• PE braid: 0.6–1.0

Moving Baits

• Fluorocarbon: 8–12 lb

Vegetation / Moderate Cover

• PE braid: 0.8–1.2
• Fluorocarbon Leader: 8–12 lb

Clear Water

• Fluorocarbon: 6–8 lb

Why Choose the Shimano 22 Expride 270MH+?

• Premium Shimano Expride spinning rod
• Medium Heavy Plus power for additional backbone
• Progressive Regular action
• Lightweight at only 100 g
• Wide 7–30 g lure range
• Excellent for Chatterbaits, Spinnerbaits, Swim Jigs and soft plastics
• 7'0" length provides excellent casting distance
• Excellent choice for bank fishing and covering large areas
• Versatile enough for bass, walleye, northern pike and other freshwater predators
• Excellent balance between power, sensitivity and lightweight handling

Condition

• Perfect overall condition
• Tiny scratches on the grip
• No major cosmetic damage
• No rod bag included
• One-piece design
• Ready to fish immediately