Want the lightest spinning combo on planet Earth? Look no further…
Abu Garcia recently unveiled the new Zenon CX, a spinning combo that is designed to be lighter and more sensitive than anything they’ve ever released before. Clocking in a insanely light 4.2 ounces for the 2500 size reel, and just 4.4 ounces for the 3000, it’s the lightest spinning reel ever made. But what about the rod? It is also the lightest spinning rod ever made, coming in at just 1.7 ounces for the 6’8″ ML, and 2.2 ounces for the 7′ M.
Long story short… the entire combo weighs less than an apple… or your cellphone. I’m a huge fan of the Zenon family of reels, the Zenon X is my go-to reel for most of my spinning setups, but the new CX just takes it to the next level.
Andrew Wheeler, Director of Brand and Product at Abu Garcia, described the motivation for going lighter than ever:
“Finesse fishing demands a level of sensitivity and balance that you simply can’t achieve with unnecessary weight, so our goal with the Zenon CX was to push that limit as far as possible.
From the ultra-lightweight construction of the rods to the advanced materials and components in the reels, every detail of the Zenon CX system was designed with the finesse angler in mind. The result is an incredibly lightweight setup that delivers the sensitivity, casting performance and reduced fatigue that anglers need to make the most of every cast.”
It’s a beauty… and it’s officially on sale NOW.
Shop the Abu Garcia Zenon CX spinning reel at Tackle Warehouse – $599.95
Shop the Abu Garcia Zenon CX spinning rod at Tackle Warehouse – $599.95
Here’s more on the new Zenon CX from Abu Garcia:
Full Specs
On sale now, here’s a detailed breakdown of the key features from both the Zenon CX rod and the reel:
Abu Garcia Zenon CX Spinning Reel
• 2500 size at 4.2 oz, 3000 size at 4.4 oz
• 10 stainless steel HPCR bearings + 1 roller bearing
• Salt Shield ball bearings in pinion gear and line roller
• Lightweight turbine spool design
• FCC Forged Compressed Carbon V-Rotor design for reduced weight and low startup inertia
• FCC Forged Compressed Carbon handle arm
• 3VA 3D-printed handle knob for reduced weight and increased comfort
• Carbon Matrix drag system
• Gen II one-piece magnesium body
• Aircraft-grade aluminum main shaft
• AMGearing system with precision-machined gears
• Rocket Spool Lip Design for improved line control
• Rocket Line Management system for improved line control
• Rocket Slack Guard for improved line management
• Rocket Line Clip for easy management of multiple line sizes
• MagneTrip manual bail for reduced weight
• Instant anti-reverse
• Left-hand retrieve only
MSRP: $599.95
Abu Garcia Zenon CX Spinning Rod
• Abu proprietary ultra-lightweight carbon construction
• 6’8″ ML at 1.7 oz, 7′ M at 2.2 oz
• Ultra-lightweight Kigan 5G titanium guides with zirconia inserts
• Custom 3D-printed Abu reel seat for maximum sensitivity
• Custom 3VA 3D-printed rear grip
• ROCS Guide Train for optimized casting distance
MSRP: $599.95
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