Smith SS4-Custom 51UL 4-Piece Baitcasting Travel Rod

Description

SS stands for "Super Short," and 4 indicates that the rod consists of four pieces which easy to carry.

The wood reel seat that matches any reel and a rear cork grip with a fat and narrow shape.

By prioritizing portability and incorporating high-quality materials and features, the rod aims to deliver an exceptional fishing experience for enthusiasts who appreciate stream finesse bait fishing.

Features

The SS4-Custom has thoroughly eliminated any decrease in action resulting from the increased number of sections.

Despite being a multi-piece rod, it offers a release timing with a broad range and a resilient feeling that is hard to believe.

It covers the operability of lures, allowing for effective control of heavy sinking minnows, and encompasses qualities such as the hook-setting power and recovery force from the tip to the belly section.

It is designed to accommodate advancements in reels, lines, and guides, making it the epitome of stream finesse bait fishing at the highest level.

The SS-4Custom model has adopted an all-wood reel seat that excels in compatibility with all types of reels which through revisions in shape to enhance the user experience and durability tests.

Blank

The blank of the rod is constructed using a combination of 15t and 24t graphite.

The use of un-sanded finish contributes to its lightweight design.

Despite being a multi-piece rod, it achieves a smooth and seamless bending action that is not typically associated with such designs that allows for a responsive and supple feeling, enabling smooth casts.

The blanks of these rods excel in their ability to handle heavy sinking minnow lures with excellent tension and recovery power.

They provide the necessary stiffness and responsiveness to effectively control and manipulate the lure during fishing.

Color of rod

By employing high-visibility color threads in the wrapping process, the rod enhances its visibility and makes it easier for anglers to track and monitor their rod's position, actions, and subtle movements while fishing.

Wood Reel Seat

The wood reel seat and the Fat & Narrow cork grip, work together to enhance the overall comfort, performance.

Ferrules

The rod utilizes spigot ferrules, which enable a natural bending curve and facilitate smooth power transfer.

This results in a smoother and more consistent bending action, enhancing the overall performance of the rod and minimizing any disruption or loss of power during casting or fighting fish.

Guides

All models feature Fuji Titanium Frame K guides. The use of small-diameter guide settings helps reduce weight while providing a linear and responsive feel during operation.

The guides are wrapped with high-visibility color threads to enhance visibility.

Hook Keeper

The rod is equipped with a hook keeper that supports moving while keeping the hooks securely in place.

Wood Grip

The use of a high-density cork with a rubberized coating ensures a comfortable and secure grip while also enhancing the longevity of the front grip. 

Mark

The rod features markings on the joint sections to assist in aligning the spots accurately and quickly during assembly (excluding the tip end of the 49UL model). 

Package

The rod is accompanied by a rod bag that allows for storage while keeping the reel attached which enables anglers to conveniently store their rod without the need to detach the reel each time. 

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