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Islander Mooching Rod
Ready for a rod as rugged as the Canadian Pacific Northwest? This glass rod with a parabolic flex comes with titanium carbide stainless steel guides, anodized aluminum reel seat with cushioned hoods, sculpted butt cap, woven graphite reargrip, cork foregrip with a durable non-skid cover, all of which is assembled in Canada. One model in a 10’6” length, weighing 16 oz, holding a line weight of 15 – 30 lb. MSRP: $530 CAD Islander.com
Penn International VI
A perfect match to the Penn International reels, this series of off-shore trolling rods is designed to take the pressure off the angler and put it on the fish where it belongs. On these glass rods you’ll find Aftco® Roller Guides, Fuji ring guides, Stuart® Aluminum butts and reel seats, or slick butts with aluminum gimbals. EVA fore grips maximize grip against hard pulling fish and improve comfort for those long battles. Six models from 6’0” to 6’6”, designed for 20-80 lb test, with moderate to fast action and medium- light to extra-heavy power. MSRP: $280 - $600 USD pennfishing.com