Abu Garcia’s Zenon CX reels and rods push the limits of lightweight desgin

Abu Garcia

Abu Garcia takes finesse fishing to a new level with the Zenon CX spinning reels and rods, engineered to deliver an ultra-lightweight, high-performance system for anglers who demand maximum sensitivity. Combining advanced materials and innovative manufacturing, the Zenon CX series is designed to minimize weight without sacrificing performance. 

The Zenon CX spinning reel is the lightest spinning reel in the world, with the 2500 weighing 4.2 ounces and the 3000 weighing 4.4 ounces. A one-piece magnesium body, lightweight turbine spool, Forged Compressed Carbon V-Rotor and carbon handle arm work together for significant weight reduction, while the 3VA 3D-printed handle knob enhances comfort and keeps the design streamlined.

The Zenon CX Spinning Reel features a 10+1 stainless steel HPCR bearing platform, AMGearing system and Carbon Matrix drag that delivers smooth, consistent performance. The Rocket Spool Lip Design, Rocket Line Management system, and Rocket Slack Guard work together to provide improved line control, while the MagneTrip manual bail further reduces overall weight.

Like the reel, the Zenon CX rods were developed to be the lightest rod in the world. At the core of the Zenon CX rods is Abu Garcia’s proprietary ultra-lightweight carbon construction, with the 6’8″ ML weighing just 1.7 ounces and the 7′ M weighing 2.2 ounces. The rods feature ultra-lightweight Kigan 5G titanium guides with zirconia inserts, a custom 3D-printed reel seat and 3VA 3D-printed rear grip to reduce weight while maximizing sensitivity and comfort. The innovative ROCS Guide Train was engineered to optimize casting distance for lightweight finesse presentations.

“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,” said Andrew Wheeler, Director of Brand and Product at Abu Garcia. “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.”

Together, the Zenon CX rods and reels create an ultra-lightweight finesse system designed to maximize sensitivity, balance and casting performance. Every component is purpose-built to help anglers detect subtle bites, make precise presentations and fish comfortably throughout the day.

Abu Garcia Zenon CX Spinning Reel Key Features:

• 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
Available Now

Abu Garcia Zenon CX Spinning Rod Key Features:

• 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
Available Now

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