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23 new rods for 2014

These new rods are debuting in 2014.

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<p>St. Croix</p> <p>Legend Extreme Trek</p> <p><span style=
St. Croix
Legend Extreme Trek
These rods are based off of St. Croix’s top-of-the-line Legend Elite series, so the Trek has crazy good roots. Slim-profile ferrules reduce weight and add strength while other high-end components include Kigan Master Hand Zero Tangle guides with ultra-hard zirconia rings and titanium frames, as well the wind checks and handle trim pieces. Plus, they come with St. Croix’s 15-year warranty. Choose from eight three-piece spinning and casting rods ranging from 7 to 7 1/2 feet in length, all of which pack down to 32 inches or less. The included rugged carrying case with handle and divided polypropylene liner is short enough to strap to backpacks, fit into a duffle bag, or even hand-carry through TSA checkpoints as a hassle-free carry on.
Shimano Poison Adrena Shimano and Jackall have teamed up to make these drool-worthy sticks. The method by which they're made takes high-quality carbon and wraps it both inside and outside the blank in an X pattern. This construction is said to offer reduced weight but a higher strength and a truer shape under load.
Shimano
Poison Adrena
Shimano and Jackall have teamed up to make these drool-worthy sticks. The method by which they’re made takes high-quality carbon and wraps it both inside and outside the blank in an X pattern. This construction is said to offer reduced weight but a higher strength and a truer shape under load.
Shimano Expride The Expride line features a construction similar to the Poison Adrena in that the carbon has been applied to the blank in a X pattern, which adds to the rod's sensitivity and strength.
Shimano
Expride
The Expride line features a construction similar to the Poison Adrena in that the carbon has been applied to the blank in a X pattern, which adds to the rod’s sensitivity and strength.
Wright & McGill Victory Pro Carbon Spinning Working closely with B.A.S.S. Elite Series Pro Skeet Reese, the Wright & McGill Co. is extremely excited to announce the introduction of an entirely new performance rod series called the Victory Pro Carbon series.There are 10 new rods in this series and each one is designed from front to back for one of Skeet’s favorite techniques. There are 7 casting and 3 spinning models, and each one features our exclusive and new Pro Carbon blank, new guides, new reel seats, all designed to reduce weight and create the ultimate fishing tool!
Wright & McGill
Victory Pro Carbon Spinning
Working closely with B.A.S.S. Elite Series Pro Skeet Reese, the Wright & McGill Co. is extremely excited to announce the introduction of an entirely new performance rod series called the Victory Pro Carbon series.There are 10 new rods in this series and each one is designed from front to back for one of Skeet’s favorite techniques. There are 7 casting and 3 spinning models, and each one features our exclusive and new Pro Carbon blank, new guides, new reel seats, all designed to reduce weight and create the ultimate fishing tool!
Wright & McGill Victory Pro Carbon Casting Skeet also had his hand in the development of the actions for the Victory Pro Carbon casting rods.
Wright & McGill
Victory Pro Carbon Casting
Skeet also had his hand in the development of the actions for the Victory Pro Carbon casting rods.
<p>Berkley Emotion Berkley's Emotion line of casting rods are designed to give anglers high-end features and looks in a budget-friendly stick.</p>
Berkley Emotion Berkley’s Emotion line of casting rods are designed to give anglers high-end features and looks in a budget-friendly stick.
<p>Berkley Heritage The Berkley Heritage line of casting rods will be endeared to anglers who value a reasonable price as well as performance.</p>
Berkley Heritage The Berkley Heritage line of casting rods will be endeared to anglers who value a reasonable price as well as performance.
<p>Megabass EVOLUZION (casting & spinning) These 3rd-Generation EVOLUZION rods feature a redesigned C40 hybrid titanium blank that blends ultra-premium low-resin carbon material and titanium fibers for a uniquely crisp, sensitive, and powerful experience. Finished off with Torzite guides and the custom tooling, design, and finish that Megabass is known for, the EVOLUZION series stands as Megabass’ new flagship performance series. Expect retail prices north of $700.</p>
Megabass EVOLUZION (casting & spinning) These 3rd-Generation EVOLUZION rods feature a redesigned C40 hybrid titanium blank that blends ultra-premium low-resin carbon material and titanium fibers for a uniquely crisp, sensitive, and powerful experience. Finished off with Torzite guides and the custom tooling, design, and finish that Megabass is known for, the EVOLUZION series stands as Megabass’ new flagship performance series. Expect retail prices north of $700.
<p>Fenwick Elite Tech The Elite Tech line is back and better than ever. By better, the actions are improved as well as the components.</p>
Fenwick Elite Tech The Elite Tech line is back and better than ever. By better, the actions are improved as well as the components.
<p>Megabass Orochi XX Megabass will be releasing several new application-specific models in the popular Orochi XX series developed by Aaron Martens, Luke Clausen, and Chris Zaldain. Featuring the same multi-axis blank construction, performance, and 3-Year warranty of the original series, these new models are the result of painstaking design, development, and testing to ensure that the Orochi XX line of rods will dominate the front deck of any tournament fisherman’s boat.</p>
Megabass Orochi XX Megabass will be releasing several new application-specific models in the popular Orochi XX series developed by Aaron Martens, Luke Clausen, and Chris Zaldain. Featuring the same multi-axis blank construction, performance, and 3-Year warranty of the original series, these new models are the result of painstaking design, development, and testing to ensure that the Orochi XX line of rods will dominate the front deck of any tournament fisherman’s boat.
<p>Abu Garcia Fantasista Regista The Fantasista rods are constructed using unique Tetra axial carbon construction. This special carbon wrapping process provides incredible strength and sensitivity in a lightweight design. On the water, this translates into exceptional bite detection and superior castability. Generously equipped with Fuji skeletal reel seat and Fuji® Titanium Alconite K guides, the Fantasista surpasses what anglers once thought possible from a rod. A micro-guide system allows anglers to increase casting distance while maintaining accuracy throughout the cast. The Fantasista also provides a split-grip design to enhance feel while reducing weight throughout the rod. Models weigh between 3.7 ounces and 5.0 ounces. The Fantasista is available in three spinning models and six baitcast models. All Fantasista rods are tuned for technique-specific applications and will be available fall 2014.</p>
Abu Garcia Fantasista Regista The Fantasista rods are constructed using unique Tetra axial carbon construction. This special carbon wrapping process provides incredible strength and sensitivity in a lightweight design. On the water, this translates into exceptional bite detection and superior castability. Generously equipped with Fuji skeletal reel seat and Fuji® Titanium Alconite K guides, the Fantasista surpasses what anglers once thought possible from a rod. A micro-guide system allows anglers to increase casting distance while maintaining accuracy throughout the cast. The Fantasista also provides a split-grip design to enhance feel while reducing weight throughout the rod. Models weigh between 3.7 ounces and 5.0 ounces. The Fantasista is available in three spinning models and six baitcast models. All Fantasista rods are tuned for technique-specific applications and will be available fall 2014.
<p>Shimano Crucial Full cork Handle Newly designed with Shimano’s C4S-HM blank construction – lighter and providing anglers both stronger hook-up and hang down strength, the Crucial rod series – 21 casting models, 17 spinning - are offered in popular powers and actions for across the board fishing action. And depending on personal preference, anglers can select from either full grip cork or split grip cork rear grips, and all models feature Fuji Alconite guides and Custom Shimano reel seats.</p>
Shimano Crucial Full cork Handle Newly designed with Shimano’s C4S-HM blank construction – lighter and providing anglers both stronger hook-up and hang down strength, the Crucial rod series – 21 casting models, 17 spinning – are offered in popular powers and actions for across the board fishing action. And depending on personal preference, anglers can select from either full grip cork or split grip cork rear grips, and all models feature Fuji Alconite guides and Custom Shimano reel seats.
<p>Shimano Crucial Split Grip Handle The Crucial line also gets several new split grip models for 2014-15.</p>
Shimano Crucial Split Grip Handle The Crucial line also gets several new split grip models for 2014-15.
<p>Castaway Pro Sport Medium Fast Casting</p> The Medium Fast Casting Rod from the Castaway Rods Pro Sport Series features 24-Ton, IM7 carbon fiber, a CA Resin System, Forecast SS304 Stainless Guides/Compression Rings to deliver maximum performance, Split EVA Light-Core handles, Sensa-Touch locking reel seat, and CastAway Static Zoned Guide Spacing for max casting distance. This rod retails at $79.99.
Castaway Pro Sport Medium Fast Casting
The Medium Fast Casting Rod from the Castaway Rods Pro Sport Series features 24-Ton, IM7 carbon fiber, a CA Resin System, Forecast SS304 Stainless Guides/Compression Rings to deliver maximum performance, Split EVA Light-Core handles, Sensa-Touch locking reel seat, and CastAway Static Zoned Guide Spacing for max casting distance. This rod retails at $79.99.
<p>Lew’s Custom Speed Stick Crankbait Rod 1</p> The Lew’s Custom Speed Stick Series rods are constructed with Lew’s new propriety, multi-layered, multi-directional, HM60 graphite and feature Lew’s exclusive Power Core. The new Power Core construction makes the new Custom Speed Stick rods incredibly strong, while allowing weight reduction and increased sensitivity. The new Lew’s Custom Speed Stic is Lighter, Stronger, and Faster on the hook set.
Lew’s Custom Speed Stick Crankbait Rod 1
The Lew’s Custom Speed Stick Series rods are constructed with Lew’s new propriety, multi-layered, multi-directional, HM60 graphite and feature Lew’s exclusive Power Core. The new Power Core construction makes the new Custom Speed Stick rods incredibly strong, while allowing weight reduction and increased sensitivity. The new Lew’s Custom Speed Stic is Lighter, Stronger, and Faster on the hook set.
<p>Major Craft Nanoace</p> The Major Craft Nanoace is a Japanese rod that will soon makes its debut in the United States. The rod will retail at $100.
Major Craft Nanoace
The Major Craft Nanoace is a Japanese rod that will soon makes its debut in the United States. The rod will retail at $100.
<p>Major Craft MS-X</p> The new Major Craft MS-X rod comes in three models: baitcasting, bait finesse and spinning. The new version, 10 years in the making, has reinforced stiffness again torsion, a titanium frame and a high, crisp action.
Major Craft MS-X
The new Major Craft MS-X rod comes in three models: baitcasting, bait finesse and spinning. The new version, 10 years in the making, has reinforced stiffness again torsion, a titanium frame and a high, crisp action.
<p>Phenix Custom Quality Rods</p> <p>Maxim</p> <p>The new Phenix Maxim Series utilizes a Multi axis Carbon Fiber scrim. This allows Phenix to build an extremely light and sensitive rod. Phenix then utilizes a cross wrapped Carbon Tape to insure strength and proper flex. It also features a new Phenix Designed up locking reel seat. The Casting models feature a split trigger design with the durability and performance of a single piece reel seat. Slender High density EVA handles are comfortable for all day use. The New Maxim series of bass rods also features SiC guides unlike many others in this price point.</p>
Phenix Custom Quality Rods
Maxim
The new Phenix Maxim Series utilizes a Multi axis Carbon Fiber scrim. This allows Phenix to build an extremely light and sensitive rod. Phenix then utilizes a cross wrapped Carbon Tape to insure strength and proper flex. It also features a new Phenix Designed up locking reel seat. The Casting models feature a split trigger design with the durability and performance of a single piece reel seat. Slender High density EVA handles are comfortable for all day use. The New Maxim series of bass rods also features SiC guides unlike many others in this price point.
<p>Phenix Custom Quality Rods</p> <p>K2</p> <p>The K2 evolution begins. Only the best in mind, the K2 rod blanks are constructed with our own proprietary blend of composite material from Toray, the world leading manufacturer of elite carbon fiber material. Utlizing cutting edge rod blank technology, Toray’s T-46 Ton composite is the core of what sets us apart from the competition. Our unique layering process combined with detailed construction results in a rod blank that has exceptional balance and sensitivity. The lower rod is reinforced to increase strength for better back bone performance while not adding considerable weight or bulk. Anglers expect the best, and the K2 rod delivers.</p>
Phenix Custom Quality Rods
K2
The K2 evolution begins. Only the best in mind, the K2 rod blanks are constructed with our own proprietary blend of composite material from Toray, the world leading manufacturer of elite carbon fiber material. Utlizing cutting edge rod blank technology, Toray’s T-46 Ton composite is the core of what sets us apart from the competition. Our unique layering process combined with detailed construction results in a rod blank that has exceptional balance and sensitivity. The lower rod is reinforced to increase strength for better back bone performance while not adding considerable weight or bulk. Anglers expect the best, and the K2 rod delivers.
<p>Century</p> <p>4B1</p> <p>Moderate–fast, crisp action rods, the Sling Shot series is designed for long-distance plugs and bait. The moderately fast action, combined with a quick recovery, gives all rods in the Sling Shot series optimum performance. The rod’s maximum distance and fish-fighting ability is uncanny with aerodynamic plugs and bait.</p>
Century
4B1
Moderate–fast, crisp action rods, the Sling Shot series is designed for long-distance plugs and bait. The moderately fast action, combined with a quick recovery, gives all rods in the Sling Shot series optimum performance. The rod’s maximum distance and fish-fighting ability is uncanny with aerodynamic plugs and bait.
<p>Century</p> <p>IS1-904</p> <p>The Stealth Series is a slower action parabolic rod with a ton of backbone. These rods are best suited for throwing eels, darters, dannys and any other lipped swimming baits that are not aerodynamic. The slower recovering action prevents extra tumble that a faster action rod will produce in the non-aerodynamic plugs. This rod is also good for the guys using light leaders for light bait with circle hooks. The moderate tip lets you throw 3 and 4 ounce sinkers on very light 15# Fluorocarbon leaders without having to worry about the leaders breaking.</p>
Century
IS1-904
The Stealth Series is a slower action parabolic rod with a ton of backbone. These rods are best suited for throwing eels, darters, dannys and any other lipped swimming baits that are not aerodynamic. The slower recovering action prevents extra tumble that a faster action rod will produce in the non-aerodynamic plugs. This rod is also good for the guys using light leaders for light bait with circle hooks. The moderate tip lets you throw 3 and 4 ounce sinkers on very light 15# Fluorocarbon leaders without having to worry about the leaders breaking.
<p>Century</p> <p>IS1-785</p> <p>The Stealth Series is a slower action parabolic rod with a ton of backbone. These rods are best suited for throwing eels, darters, dannys and any other lipped swimming baits that are not aerodynamic. The slower recovering action prevents extra tumble that a faster action rod will produce in the non-aerodynamic plugs. This rod is also good for the guys using light leaders for light bait with circle hooks. The moderate tip lets you throw 3 and 4 ounce sinkers on very light 15# Fluorocarbon leaders without having to worry about the leaders breaking.</p>
Century
IS1-785
The Stealth Series is a slower action parabolic rod with a ton of backbone. These rods are best suited for throwing eels, darters, dannys and any other lipped swimming baits that are not aerodynamic. The slower recovering action prevents extra tumble that a faster action rod will produce in the non-aerodynamic plugs. This rod is also good for the guys using light leaders for light bait with circle hooks. The moderate tip lets you throw 3 and 4 ounce sinkers on very light 15# Fluorocarbon leaders without having to worry about the leaders breaking.
<p>Quantum Smoke</p> <p>PT Rods</p> <p>Under the heading, “why didn’t someone think of this before?” is the Line Memo Indicator being built into the butts of Quantum Smoke PT rods. Elite Series angler Gerald Swindle gets credit for the innovation, which enables the fisherman to turn a spring-loaded dial to show the pound test of the line he has on each rod/reel combo The 14 models in the Smoke PT series also feature Fuji ACS and VSS reel seats and EVA high performance foam grips.</p>
Quantum Smoke
PT Rods
Under the heading, “why didn’t someone think of this before?” is the Line Memo Indicator being built into the butts of Quantum Smoke PT rods. Elite Series angler Gerald Swindle gets credit for the innovation, which enables the fisherman to turn a spring-loaded dial to show the pound test of the line he has on each rod/reel combo The 14 models in the Smoke PT series also feature Fuji ACS and VSS reel seats and EVA high performance foam grips.

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