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Model TD Code | Rod Type | Length | Power | Action | Price |
TNBA35-405B DAI-2461 | Spinning Blank Only | 13'3 3 pcs | XH | F | $349.95 USD | ||||||
Daiwa TNBA35-405B Tournament Ballistic Surf Rod Features:
- SVF Nano Plus graphite material (powered by Toray Nanoalloy technology)
- Fuji low rider alconite ring guides
- V-Joint
- Adjustable balancer weights on rear grip
- Limited lifetime warranty
Previously i had a 4 piece $74 Fiblink travel rod which performed Ok, (I needed to tighten up the middle section every 30min or it was flying out during the cast). I was able to cast far above the waves at Pedregal beach in Cabo San Lucas.
So, I wanted to increased the casting distance further , to hit the rock where I saw yellowtail while spearfishing.. And I came across a good deal on Daiwa Tournament Ballistic rod TNBA33-405G with the idea of pairing it with Daiwa Basia QD45 reel.
Daiwa advertises this rod as Spinning AND Conventional reel compatible I was suspicious right away as I saw how small the line guides are.
So I took it to the beach today with Okuma vs 65 reel spooled with Daiwa j-braid 40lbs. Right away I got 5 wind knots which never happened before..
During the cast the first line guide creates a "vortex" of line and I could hear a sound of line rubbing against the line guide..Very strange that Rod's first line guide that is installed in the middle of the middle section is surprisingly small for a spinning rod. Take a look at the photos..
- Light, strong, excellent color and appearance
- Line guides too small for a spinning rod!
- Great sensitivity and casts great.
- Unprotected butt section (not wrapped) and high cost for an included carry / travel case
- Light, easy to load, easy to cast.
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