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Daiwa Proteus Casting Rods

$199.99

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Description

Destined to create sport fishing memories, the redesigned Proteus Boat Rods. Beautiful in appearance and rugged in performance and build, the series was created for the avid inshore and offshore fisherman on both coasts. With a variety of actions to choose from. the line of advanced fishing rods is well-suited for boat fisherman both coastal and offshore. The HVF Carbon Constructed blank is light yet powerfully strong for taming a plethora of saltwater adversaries. The carbon-based rods are lighter and stronger than traditional rod building materials. The Braiding X Tape reinforces the blank preventing twisting and distortion when loaded up. It also adds a striking appearance to the blank. Fuji FazLite Tangle Free K-Guides are state of the art, light, diminutive, yet strong. Tough, smooth inserts insure long accurate casts. The Ultra Durable EVA Grip provides a solid, infallible, connection to the rod. With 8 spinning models and 11 casting models, the Proteus line has a rod to suit your technique specific needs. Each rod is rated for monofilament and braided lines. A 5-Year Limited Warranty speaks volumes for the quality of the materials and construction. If you are rigging your boat with tackle to subdue saltwater's toughest gamefish, consider the quality, performance and value of Daiwa's Proteus Boat Rods, you won't be disappointed. MODEL TYPE POWER ACTION LENGTH PIECES LINE WEIGHT # OF GUIDES PTB70XHF Conventional XH F 7' 1 30-60 (65-120 BRAID) 10 PTB70XXHF Conventional XXH F 7' 1 80-INFINITY BRAID 10 PTB76MF Conventional M F 7'6" 1 10-25 (20-55 BRAID) 11 PTB76MHF Conventional MH F 7'6" 1 15-30 (40-80 BRAID) 10 PTB76HF Conventional H F 7'6" 1 20-50 (55-100 BRAID) 10 PTB76XHF Conventional XH F 7'6" 1 30-60 (65-120 BRAID) 10 PTB80MF Conventional M F 8' 1 10-25 (20-55 BRAID) 12 PTB80MHF Conventional MH F 8' 1 15-30 (40-80 BRAID) 11 PTB80HF Conventional H F 8' 1 20-50 (55-100 BRAID) 11 PTB80XHF Conventional XH F 8' 1 30-60 (65-120 BRAID) 11 PTB810HF Conventional H F 8'10" 1 20-50 (55-100 BRAID) 12

Specifications

Category

Rods & Reels

Target Species

inshore, offshore

Techniques

casting

Field Notes

Boat rod for inshore and offshore saltwater fishing from a boat. Built for casting or conventional boat techniques with monofilament or braided line, and suited to handling strong fish around coastal structure or open water. The description emphasizes rugged performance, long casts, and heavy-duty power for saltwater use.

Pros

  • Light yet strong HVF carbon blank
  • Braiding X reinforcement helps prevent twisting
  • Fuji FazLite K-guides for smooth, accurate casts
  • EVA grip and 5-year limited warranty

Cons

  • Not a specialized lure or finesse rod
  • Heavy-duty saltwater focus may be overkill for light inshore work

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