Showtime
XUL hollow-tip micro-lure spinning series for trout and aji, 0.3–2 g
- Models
- 6
- Length
- 6.1'–6.5'
- Type
- Spinning
The Showtime is an XUL spinning rod from MiFine oriented toward micro-bait fishing, aji (horse mackerel), small trout, and light stream perch, with a lure range of 0.3–2 g. It sits between the Motral Draw (which tops at 1.5 g / solid tip) and the Pegasus (hollow tip, floors at 0.8 g). The Showtime uses a hollow tip and has a slightly wider top-end ceiling at 2 g, giving it marginally more coverage for light soft plastics and micro jigs.
Blank is 30T carbon fiber, 2-piece, approximately 70 g rod weight. Guides are Fuji/RA-type UKTLTSG rings on 304 stainless steel frames, 7+1 count. EVA handle construction. Priced comparably to other MiFine XUL rods. The hollow tip differentiates it from the Motral Draw's solid tip, hollow gives quicker tip recovery better suited to repeat casting rhythms; solid tip provides more compliance on very light lures.
Six models: 833-series and 903-series, each in 6'1", 6'4", and 6'6" lengths. All spinning, all XUL power. The two sub-series designation likely reflects handle or section configuration differences; blanks appear shared. No baitcasting option. The 6'6" models provide the longest reach for open-bank presentations while retaining XUL sensitivity.
Deeper Dive
A closer look at notable models.
Shortest 833-series option; favoured for enclosed stream environments. Hollow tip with 0.3 g floor makes it capable with the lightest midge-style micro-jigs.
Rods in this series
| Model | Length | Power | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 833-185 | 6'1" | XUL | Buy on AliExpress |
| 903-185 | 6'1" | XUL | Buy on AliExpress |
| 833-193 | 6'4" | XUL | Buy on AliExpress |
| 903-193 | 6'4" | XUL | Buy on AliExpress |
| 833-198 | 6'6" | XUL | Buy on AliExpress |
| 903-198 | 6'6" | XUL | Buy on AliExpress |