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NTX1563-2 13' 6-15 lb rated Center Pin

$209.99

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Description

NTX1563 13' 6-5lb rated Center Pin Rod was designed for float fishing Steelhead in the Great Lakes regions. It features a Nova Tackle Company NTX1563-2 Blank, Rubberized Sea Guide Real Seat along with Carbon Fiber Handles which are great for those cold days on the river. Great grip and easy to clean up. Spiral wrapped with SIC #8 guides to the tip makes this an incredible float rod that will handle the biggest fish. Weighing in at 9.1 Ounces Rod Length - 13ft The length of a fishing rod is measured from the tip of the rod to the handle. The length of the rod will affect the casting distance and mending. the longer the rod the easier to mend your line for longer drifts. Rod Action - Moderate Fast The action of a fishing rod refers to how the rod bends when you cast or fight a fish. A fast action rod will bend mostly at the tip, while a slow action rod will bend more along the entire length of the rod. Rod Power - Rated for 6 -15lb Leader The power of a fishing rod refers to how much weight the rod can cast and how much force it can withstand when fighting a fish. A light power rod is designed for fishing light leader material and fighting smaller fish, while a heavy power rod is designed for heavier leader material and fighting larger fish. Rod Material - 100% Toray Carbon with a Matte Black Finish The material of a fishing rod will affect its weight, strength, and durability. The most common materials for fishing rods are graphite, fiberglass, and composite. Rod Reel Seat - Sea Guide with a rubberized coating The reel seat is the part of the rod that holds the reel in place. The reel seat should be comfortable to hold and should provide a secure grip on the reel. Rod Guides - Nova SIC Guides, Spiral Wrapped with size 8 low frame guides to the tiptop. The guides are the rings that the line runs through on the rod. The guides should be made of a material that will not corrode or damage the line. Rod Handle - Carbon Fiber, 10.875" rear / 5.5" fore The handle is the part of the rod that you hold. The handle should be comfortable to hold and should provide a good grip.

Fishing Profile

Rod
Best for
Trout, Salmon, Ice
Presentation
Variable
Techniques
Drifting, Still Fishing
Conditions
Cold Water, Current
Size13 in (330 mm)
WaterFreshwater

Field Notes

Use this center-pin float rod for steelhead float fishing, especially on Great Lakes rivers where long drifts and line mending are important. The moderate-fast action helps with hooksets and controlling strong fish while the spiral wrap and SIC guides support smooth line management.

Pros

  • Spiral-wrapped design with SIC #8 guides for improved float-line control
  • Moderate-fast action for responsive casting and fish control
  • Rubberized sea guide real seat and carbon fiber handles for grip in cold conditions
  • Light overall weight (9.1 oz) for long sessions

Cons

  • Designed specifically for float fishing steelhead; less versatile for other techniques

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