Whether you're working towards the next tournament or just fishing recreationally, the TackleDirect Platinum Hook Tournament Billfish / Shimano SpeedMaster II Combos take the guesswork out of matching one of industry's finest big game reels with a high-performance and technique specific rod. Both rod and reel have been designed and tested by some of the finest anglers around the world and are ready to perform. No longer will anglers be second guessing themselves or their tackle, instead they will be ready to conquer one of the most iconic and premier gamefish across the world.
TackleDirect Platinum Hook Tournament Billfish Rods:
The durable E-Glass blanks utilized in these rods feature a softer, more parabolic action that leads to a higher percentage of quality hook sets and less pulled hooks when targeting sailfish with circle hooks. The heavy-duty Fuji SIC Guides are an ideal choice for lighter monofilament lines, ensuring smooth line dispersion. The unique handle configuration of a Winthrop Epic Butt and premium quality cork foregrip are comfortable to fish with and give the rod a one-of-a-kind styling.
Features:
- E-Glass Blank
- Fuji SIC Guides
- Winthrop Epic Butt
- Premium Cork Foregrip
Shimano SpeedMaster II Lever Drag Reels:
Developed to be a true hardcore fishing machine, the Shimano SpeedMaster II Lever Drag Reels are a two-speed conventional option with all the unrelenting power that blue water anglers have come to expect form Shimano conventional reels. Its rigid Hagane Body prevents the misalignment of moving parts under the heaviest of loads, providing the robust framework to handle anything from tough pelagic species, to bottom dwelling heavy weights. Included with the SpeedMaster II is a secondary Light-Line Drag Cam, lowering the drag curve for anglers fishing lighter monofilament or fluorocarbon leaders. This is a well-suited addition for billfish anglers, yet the reel is versatile for anglers looking into other pursuits.
Features:
- HAGANE Body
- Cross-Carbon Drag
- S-Compact Body Design
- Included Light-Line Drag Cam
