St. Croix Tidemaster Inshore Casting Rods
by St. Croix
Tidemaster Inshore Casting Rods are handcrafted with St. Croix's exclusive SCII graphite for strength and durability. St. Croix Tidemaster rods are fitted with premium saltwater-grade hardware including Batson Forecast hard aluminum-oxide guides.
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| Model TD Code | Length | Power | Action | Pieces | Line Weight (lb) | Lure Weight (oz) | Rod Weight (oz) | Handle | Price |
| TIC66MHF SCR-0867 | 6'6'' | MH | Fast | 1 | 10 - 20 | 1/2 - 1 1/4 | 4.7 | 5 | $170.00 USD | ||
| TIC66HF SCR-0923 | 6'6'' | H | Fast | 1 | 12 - 25 | 3/4 - 2 | 5.2 | 5 | $180.00 USD | ||
| TIC70LM SCR-0868 | 7' | L | Mod. | 1 | 6 - 12 | 1/8 - 3/8 | 3.4 | 1 | $160.00 USD | ||
| TIC70MLF SCR-0869 | 7' | ML | Fast | 1 | 8 - 14 | 1/8 - 1/2 | 4.4 | 3 | $170.00 USD | ||
| TIC70MF SCR-0870 | 7' | M | Fast | 1 | 8 - 17 | 3/8 - 3/4 | 4.5 | 3 | $170.00 USD | ||
| TIC70MM SCR-0871 | 7' | M | Mod. | 1 | 8 - 17 | 1/4 - 5/8 | 3.8 | 1 | $160.00 USD | ||
| TIC70MHF SCR-0872 | 7' | MH | Fast | 1 | 10 - 20 | 1/2 - 1 1/4 | 5.2 | 5 | $180.00 USD | ||
| TIC70HF SCR-0873 | 7' | H | Fast | 1 | 12 - 25 | 3/4 - 2 | 5.5 | 6 | $190.00 USD | ||
| TIC76MF SCR-0876 | 7'6'' | M | Fast | 1 | 8 - 17 | 3/8 - 3/4 | 5.3 | 4 | $180.00 USD | ||
| TIC76MHF SCR-0878 | 7'6'' | MH | Fast | 1 | 10 - 20 | 1/2 - 1 1/4 | 5.9 | 6 | $190.00 USD | ||
| TIC76HF SCR-0879 | 7'6'' | H | Fast | 1 | 12 - 25 | 3/4 - 2 | 6.6 | 7 | $210.00 USD | ||
| TIC80MHF SCR-0881 | 8' | MH | Fast | 1 | 14 - 30 | 1/2 - 2 | 7.3 | 8 | $200.00 USD | ||
| TIC80HF SCR-0882 | 8' | H | Fast | 1 | 17 - 40 | 3/4 - 3 | 8.5 | 8 | $220.00 USD | ||
Tidemaster Inshore Casting Rods are handcrafted with St. Croix's exclusive SC graphite for strength and durability. St. Croix Tidemaster rods are fitted with premium saltwater-grade hardware including Batson Forecast hard aluminum-oxide guides featuring new 316 stainless steel frames for dramatically improved corrosion resistance. Tidemaster rods are meticulously finished with two coats of Flex Coat slow-cure finish.
- Premium quality SCII Graphite
- Outstanding strength, sensitivity and hook setting power
- Designed specifically for inshore saltwater angling
- Batson Forecaste hard aluminum-oxide guides feature new 316 stainless steel frames for dramatically improved corrosion resistance, especially compared to 304 stainless steel frames
- Fuji ECS or TCS reel Seat/frosted silver hoods
- Premium-grade cork handle
- Two coats of Flex Coat slow-cure finish
- 5-year warranty backed by unmatched St. Croix service
- Handcrafted in the U.S.A.
5 Stars based on 35 reviews
By Florian
Northern Germany
A little bit whippy
February 5, 2022
For my liking this rod (70MM) is a little bit too whippy. But for trout and panfish fishing with tiny cranks and spoons it is a good rod.
Quality is very high, like all St. Croix rods. Best rods on earth! For sure.
Quality is very high, like all St. Croix rods. Best rods on earth! For sure.
Pros
- Light
- Good for Trout and Panfish
Cons
- Little bit whippy
By jon
eastern shore, md
New bottom rod
August 19, 2021
Purchased this for inshore bottom fishing. Nice quality and balance.
By Louis
CA
St Croix made it again
June 23, 2021
I am a St croix fan and the tidemaster series is a good buy. Very sensitive tips and enough back bone for the inshore fishes. And the warranty from St Croix is well known. Really recommend tidemaster series to everyone! Entry level St Croix rod and made in USA as well!
By Maciek
Sayreville
Good price
May 27, 2021
Good price
By Mark P.
Palm Beach, Florida
Tidemaster Inshore casting rod
May 6, 2021
Great casting rod, I bought two, one for my son and me, and the rods worked well. Good quality for the price.
By James
Spanish Fort, AL
Great Rod for Inshore Fishing
March 28, 2021
I purchased two of the TIC76MF rods. They have the backbone required for solid hook set in big slot reds and a soft enough tip to not pull the hook from a speckled trouts paper mouth. Stop thinking and by it before they are gone!
By Sean
Hacienda Hts, CA
Feather light!!!!!!!
March 20, 2021
Big fan of St. Croix rods. Tide master is light and love the full cork. Can’t stand split grip or eva foam. The warranty is great too.can’t go wrong with St. Croix rods
By jon
eastern shore, md
Great Rods
November 27, 2020
This is my 6th tidemaster and they are awesome rods. Paired a 7'6"H with an accurate tern300 for inshore bottom fishing. Feels like its going to be a perfect match for flounder, seabass, tog, and other bottom dwellers.
By Gregory
MOUNT AIRY, Maryland
GO TO RODS
October 24, 2019
These are my go to rods for every application both fresh and saltwater, absolute love them, they serve a purpose for any kind of fishing you're doing.
Pros
- sturdy, handle
Cons
- slightly heavy
By Steve
Indiana
Nice feel
January 25, 2019
Looking forward to trying this rod out
Pros
- USA made
By Daniel
Myrtla Beach SC
Absolutely Outstanding Rod
December 29, 2018
This St Croix tidemaster is one of the finest and best feeling inshore rods I have used in a while the craftsmanship is unsurpassed, although it is mainly used for red fish it is not being used to it's full potential.
Pros
- Unsurpassed Quality, Very sensitive, great balance, great deal and looks like a Ferrari !
Cons
- None, but would be nice to have in a 2 piece
By chad
Mid Atlantic east coast
Best Inshore rod!
December 5, 2018
7ft casting rod works well from my kayak for stripers. Paired it with a Abu C4 5601. Great combo. Rod sensitivity is awesome and handle length is perfect.
By Chris
Coastal N.C.
Best rods
September 21, 2018
Amazing and probably the best rods I’ve used. I’ll probably never buy anything other than the tidemaster.
Pros
- Feels great to fish it
- Quality and great warranty
Cons
- None
By Chad C.
Eastern Shore, Coastal Maryland
Never disappointed
September 8, 2018
The Tidemaster is my favorite rod. The TIC66MHF didn't let me down. First day fished......stripers didn't have a chance. Perfect for my use from a kayak tossing plastics on jig heads. Quality is exceptional and rod was flawless in performance and cosmetically.
Pros
- Reasonable price for what you get in quality. Feels great in your hand with very responsive action.
Cons
- None..............
By Craig
ringwood, NJ
Go to Kayak Rod
March 11, 2018
I use the 3/4-2 rated rod as my go to kayak rod, i have it in both spinning and casting. I am primarily targeting bottom fish but on the occasion blues or stripers get in the mix this has the power to handle them as well. I have this paired with an abu 6500.
Pros
- light, strong and durable
4 Questions &
4 Answers
Chris
from Long island ny asked:
March 8, 2021
What size spinning reel would you recommend for the TIC80MHF. Mainly looking to use this for blackfish, bass from the beach.
1 Answer
I would go with a 4000-5500 size spinner for the 8'. These sizes should provide a setup that balances well overall.
Submitted by:
Austin Kearney
on March 9, 2021
Tak
from New York, NY asked:
October 24, 2020
Will a Shimano Tranx 301HG or Torium 16HG be a good match for this rod?
1 Answer
Both of these reels would pair wonderfully with the Tidemaster.
I would recommend the Tranx for most inshore or shallow water applications and the Torium for deeper water more offshore geared bottom fishing trips
Submitted by:
Alex T
on October 27, 2020
Nik
from Scituate, MA asked:
October 2, 2018
Would the TIC70MHF match well with a Shimano Tranx 400. Looking for a light weight set-up for casing to striper (10-20lb), albies, etc? Thanks
1 Answer
Yes, this rod is a perfect application for that. Even a the Medium power rod would work great and give you more of a fight.
Submitted by:
Rebecca
on October 3, 2018
Lance
from Key West asked:
February 15, 2018
Would the TIC80HF pair well with a diawa lexa 400 for casting large swimbaits and poppers for mahi and blackfin tuna?
1 Answer
A Lexa 400 would certainly be sufficient for that application. I'd say the TIC80HF would work well for casting swimbaits that weight within the rods lure weight rating of 3/4 to 3 oz. If the swimbaits or poppers you'll be using exceed 3 oz. I'd suggest a heavier power rod such as the Shimano Teramar Northeast model number TMCE76H.
Submitted by:
Devon
on February 16, 2018
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