St Croix WRD90HM2 Wild River Salmon and Steelhead Downrigging Rod

St Croix WRD90HM2 Wild River Salmon and Steelhead Downrigging Rod

Price: $220.00
Model
TD Code
LengthPowerActionPiecesLine Wt
(lbs)
Lure Wt
(oz)
Rod Wt
(oz)
HandlePrice
WRD90HM2
SCR-1357
9'HMod215-302-88.58$220.00 USD
The St Croix Wild River Salmon and Steelhead Kokanee Casting rods are exactly what you need to reel in the salmon. Newly redesigned for 2013, these rods come in many different lengths, actions, and powers for any salmon or steelhead angling situation you may find yourself in. For 2013 the St Croix Wild River Salmon and Steelhead rods are built new blanks that are covered in a gold dust green metallic finish, and two coats of flex coat slow cure finish to add to the already classic look. These St Croix Wild River rods are precision-balanced for unbelievable castability, you won't be able to wait to get to the salmon fishing grounds when you have this rod in hand.

Features:
  • Made with premium quality SCIIgraphite
  • Kigan Master Hand 3D guides with aluminum oxide rings and black frames
  • Premium-grade Cork handle
  • 100% Linear S-Glass
  • 5 Year Warranty backed by St Croix Superstar Service
4 Stars based on 2 reviews
By Michael
Central, Illinois
Not what I expected.
December 10, 2014
I ordered this rod from a sporting goods "box store" to use a gift card I had. It was a sight unseen purchase that was a mistake (for my uses). This rod has a very small diameter foam handle, and extremely soft action. Much softer than I wanted or expected.
I have used rods from other makers with similar specs and was surprised this rod was so much different than them physically. The blank fit and finish is a thing of beauty, like all St Croix rods. Unlike other St Croix rods the handle was a disappointment.
I think my complaints are probably the exception, not the rule. This model might be perfect for you, but you should see one in person before you buy!
I did not keep the rod.

Pros
  • Blank fit and finish is superb!
Cons
  • Small diameter handle did not fit my grip well.
  • Rod action is much softer than expected.
By Steven
Melbourne, Victoria
My Go To Trout Trolling Rod.
July 29, 2014
I have 2 of the St Croix Wild River series Rods and use them for my primary trolling rods for either Brown or Rainbow Trout,
I find the action and build quality second to none these really are my tippet top Trout Rods.
Worth every penny, I can't imagine going lure trolling without them, in fact if I forgot to bring them I would probably drive 2 hours back home to get them.
Pros
  • You feel every tail kick and the smallest of bumps.
Cons
  • You prob wont like using any other Trout Rods anymore.
2 Questions & 2 Answers
FreddieG
from Daly City, CA asked:
October 1, 2013
WRD90HM2 Wild River Salmon and Steelhead. I troll for king salmon in San Francisco Bay Area using 2 1/2 lbs of lead weight. Can I use this rod for this application?
1 Answers
This rod is only rated for 2 to 8oz lures. This rod is designed to work along WITH an existing down rigger and trolling weight. It is strongly not recommended you use this rod as your down rigger with2-1/2lb weight.
Customer Service
on October 5, 2013

Freddie
from San Francisco, CA asked:
October 1, 2013
I fish for King Salmon in San Francisco trolling 2 1/2 lbs lead weight. Can I use this rod for salmon trolling using this weight?
1 Answers
This rod is only rated for 2 to 8oz lures. This rod is designed to work along WITH an existing down rigger and trolling weight. It is strongly not recommended you use this rod as your down rigger with2-1/2lb weight.
Customer Service
on October 5, 2013

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