Daiwa PRTB80HF Proteus Boat Conventional Rod

Daiwa PRTB80HF Proteus Boat Conventional Rod

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TD Code
DescriptionPowerActionLengthSectionsLine Wt. (lb)Number of GuidesPrice
PRTB80HF
DAI-2023
Proteus Boat Conventional RodHF8 ft.120-5011$189.95 USD
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The Daiwa Proteus Boat Conventional Rods are newly designed with saltwater actions. These rods are perfectly matched for fishing both nylon and braided lines as well as working both heavy and light lures. These rods are optimal for casting live bait.

Features:

  • Durable IM-7 Graphite Construction
  • FUJI Alconite-Tangle Free Frame Guides
  • FUJI DPS Stainless Steel Hood Reel Seat
  • X-Tube Grip Design
  • Blank Through Handle Construction
5 Stars based on 6 reviews
By West F.
Westminster, CA
Super strong and versatile
October 26, 2020
Strong and light rod. Great for tuna or any pelagic species.
By Kou X.
CA
Saltwater fishing
February 15, 2019
Takes care of thresher sharks and big sturgeons
Pros
  • Plenty of backing
Cons
  • Wish they make it a light color so it don't get too hot in the sun
By Roger
Miami
Good kite fishing rod
January 26, 2019
I am using them with the daiwa saltiest fast reels. Very good for kite fishing. Cought a couple of sailfish no issues. Guides are good quality.
Cons
  • On the heavy side
By Alberto C.
Oakland CA
Excellent
December 19, 2018
This is the one of best fishing rod on the internet.
Pros
  • A lot
Cons
  • ?0?
By Jake
new jersey
Great Rod
January 23, 2018
grips feel nice and has good action overall, plenty of backbone as well.
Pros
  • lightweight
Cons
  • none really
By ROBERT
Gardena, CA
Love it
October 3, 2014
Nice action very well constructed. Caught two decent size yellowtails with it, had plenty of backbone to bring them in.
Pros
  • quality constructed
Cons
  • A little on the heavy side
2 Questions & 2 Answers
Hoyt
from Los Angeles, CA asked:
December 2, 2015
Would this rod pair well with the Daiwa Lexa 400? I was looking at spooling the reel with 65lb braid.
1 Answers
I think that the rod is a bit too heavy for that reel. As far as the braid goes, it might be a bit heavy for that reel as well.
David
on December 2, 2015

Gary
from HB, CA asked:
April 12, 2015
How long is the butt section on this rod? Are they the same for all of the models or differ by the length of the rod, thanks.
1 Answers
Hello Gary. Yes, all models are the same. The butt sections come in at 13 inches. Please feel free to contact us if you have any more questions!
Brandon
on April 13, 2015

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