Tsunami Carbon Shield II Spinning Rods
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| Model TD Code | Type | Length | Power | Action | Braided Line Weight | Lure Weight | Color | Price |
| TSCSHDII701ML-B TSU-0318 | Spinning | 7' 1 pc | Medium Light | Fast | 6-15lb | 1/16-5/8oz | Blue | $119.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII701ML TSU-0327 | Spinning | 7' 1 pc | Medium Light | Fast | 6-15lb | 1/16-5/8oz | Seafoam Green | $119.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII701M TSU-0263 | Spinning | 7' 1 pc | Medium | Fast | 10-20lb | 1/8-3/4oz | Seafoam Green | $119.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII701M-B TSU-0319 | Spinning | 7' 1 pc | Medium | Fast | 10-20lb | 1/8-3/4oz | Blue | $119.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII761M TSU-0264 | Spinning | 7'6'' 1 pc | Medium | Fast | 10-20lb | 1/8-3/4oz | Seafoam Green | $129.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII761M-B TSU-0320 | Spinning | 7'6'' 1 pc | Medium | Fast | 10-20lb | 1/8-3/4oz | Blue | $129.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII701MH TSU-0265 | Spinning | 7' 1 pc | Medium Heavy | Fast | 10-30lb | 1/4-1oz | Seafoam Green | $119.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII701MH-B TSU-0321 | Spinning | 7' 1 pc | Medium Heavy | Fast | 10-30lb | 1/4-1oz | Blue | $119.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII761MH TSU-0266 | Spinning | 7'6'' 1 pc | Medium Heavy | Fast | 10-30lb | 1/4-1oz | Seafoam Green | $129.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII761MH-B TSU-0322 | Spinning | 7'6'' 1 pc | Medium Heavy | Fast | 10-30lb | 1/4-1oz | Blue | $129.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII801XH TSU-0267 | Spinning | 8' 1 pc | X-Heavy | Fast | 30-65lb | 1-4oz | Seafoam Green | $139.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII801XH-B TSU-0323 | Spinning | 8' 1 pc | X-Heavy | Fast | 30-65lb | 1-4oz | Blue | $139.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII7101XH-B TSU-0404 | Spinning | 7'10'' 1 pc | X-Heavy | Moderate-Fast | 30-65lb | 1-4oz | Blue | $139.99 USD | |||
| TSCSHDII7101XH TSU-0405 | Spinning | 7'10'' 1 pc | X-Heavy | Moderate-Fast | 30-65lb | 1-4oz | Seafoam Green | $139.99 USD | |||
Tsunami Carbon Shield II Spinning Rods are designed with Fuji K Guides with Fazlite inserts. Made with feather light IM7 graphite blanks with D16 nanotech and unique carbon fiber design. D16 Nanotech blank
technology consists of multi-directional layers of IM7 carbon fiber that have been injected with nano resin and wrapped in 8 different angles which evenly disperse flexural force in 16 directions. This combination provides an extremely lightweight blank that resists twist and adds hoop strength. These rods make casting to, hooking, and fighting big fish as easy as it gets. Great choice whether you are casting soft plastics to striped bass in the northeast or using live bait for redfish and other inshore saltwater species in the south.
- Anodized aluminum reel seat with stainless steel hoods and custom locking ring
- Premium cork grips
- Unique carbon fiber design
- IM7 Graphite blank with D16 Nanotech
- Fuji K Guides with Fazlite inserts
4.5 Stars based on 23 reviews
By Gordon S.
Massachusetts
Skinner approved!
August 17, 2022
If Skinner likes it you will too. For me this is a great rod for smaller stripers, cod, and other fish on the smaller side of things. Great feeling to the rod.
By Johnny W.
Eden, MD
Nice rod
August 1, 2022
Great rod for the money! Also the green matches my boat so that’s another bonus!
By CECIL M.
Virginia - but a New Yorker at heart.
As advertised
July 31, 2022
First, Tackle Direct makes sure your rod will arrive safe and intact. The packaging is superb! Next, the rod itself feels great - looks great. Admittedly, I have not used the rod yet, but I think if you are looking for a rod that won't fatigue you but has some backbone - this is it. Very light rod, but the butt has the strength. I'm looking forward to using it on my next Fluke and Porgy trip.
Pros
- Light weight, but strong where needed. Color, grips - feels great.
Cons
- Again, I haven't used it yet, but from what I see so far - no cons.
By Chris
Ocean City, NJ
Perfect Rod For Inshore
July 16, 2022
I’ve been using these for a few years. They look nice with sea-foam green. They are sensitive. They cast well. They are strong enough for big Stripers and Mahi-Mahi. I matched both of my rods with Daiwa BG 3500 reels.
Pros
- Cost, Looks, Sensitivity, Strength
By Tiffany J.
MA
Great Rod
July 14, 2022
Performance has been great
Sensitivity of response very good
Light weight perk when using heavy lead to bottom fish
Sensitivity of response very good
Light weight perk when using heavy lead to bottom fish
By Sebastian
Savannah, GA
Beefy whip of a rod
April 9, 2022
This rod is great for casting lures between 2 and 4 ounces very far. Has tremendous power, best bang for your buck. I watched a 70lb tarpon get wooped in Less than 3 minutes on this rod.
Pros
- Double footed guides, reel seat back stop lock nut.
Cons
- Doesn't have a hook keeper.
By Liem
Grand Prairie, TX
Skinner made me
April 4, 2022
big fan of Skinner, bought this so I can be like him someday, look great, sea foam color change to cool blue at night time, will pick up another one later
By Chris
Swansea, MA
8ft x heavy 1-4
January 22, 2022
this is a great rod, strong on the fish. i put bot an 8000 shield and a 6000 saltx on it. surprisingly i did not like my 5000 evict on it very much.
rod turns fish very well, but it did not like to cast anything over 3 oz even though it is rated for 4
rod turns fish very well, but it did not like to cast anything over 3 oz even though it is rated for 4
Pros
- strong, light. nice flex
Cons
- does not like to cast anything over 3 oz even though it is rated for 4
By Jaime
Florida
Very light
January 8, 2022
Glad I bought this.
By Mike
Egg Harbor Township, NJ
Skinner approved
November 19, 2021
Great all around rod. Versatility and stout for its weight. Good backbone
By Luis A.
CIUDAD DEL CARMEN, CAMPECHE
cute rod
September 1, 2021
it?s very good for the price
Pros
- powerful
By Anthony P.
West Chester, PA.
Versatile Rod
July 20, 2021
Great back bay rod, sensitive with plenty of backbone. Was a bit concerned about shipping to PA, but Tackle Direct did a great job and I received the rod quickly and undamaged
Pros
- Light, comfortable grip
Cons
- none
By Sebastian A.
GA
Finesse with power
May 15, 2021
I have the medium light, it's perfect for throwing lures 1/4oz all the way down to 1/16th oz. It's got enough back bone to wrestle fish in the 20" range no problem. I have mine paired with a Shimano stradic fl 2500, added a geomexus power knob, the chrome reel and the chrome seat on the rod look really cool together.
Pros
- Light and strong, looks amazing.
Cons
- Lure ratings not exactly accurate in my opinion, i wouldn't throw anything heavier than a 1/4oz
By Chase
Northern Virginia
I now own 3 of these! Love them a bunch.
April 25, 2021
I love these rod and have had great success with them. They come at a great price point and have yet to disappoint.
Pros
- Everything.
Cons
- The eyelets are very small for knots to ride thru but you get use to it very quickly.
By Jon
San Antonio, Texas
Good rod
March 17, 2021
The rod has back bone but is also sensitive to feel everything.
36 Questions &
36 Answers
Adam
from Ma asked:
January 27, 2020
Can I sling heavier lures than the 1oz rated on the 7’ mh
1 Answer
1 to maybe 1 1/4 oz max lure weight can be used with this rod
Submitted by:
Bernie De Graaf
on January 27, 2020
Adam
from 2hrs west of the canal asked:
January 25, 2020
Can the 7’ Mh handle larger lures then 1oz
1 Answer
I would not recommend throwing any lures heavier then 1 OZ. If it slightly over 1 OZ it wont't hurt though.
Submitted by:
Ryan Henry
on January 27, 2020
Mike
from Elkton,MD. asked:
October 20, 2019
What is the rear grip length on the 7’6” medium heavy?
1 Answer
10 3/4 inches
Submitted by:
Bernie De Graaf
on October 21, 2019
Jonathan Daniels
from Felton Delaware asked:
June 25, 2019
Is this good for jetty fishing or surf casting per say into the rips ?
1 Answer
The 7'6 or the 8 foot model would be good for pier or jetty fishing.
Submitted by:
Bernie De Graaf
on June 26, 2019
Daniel
from Houston Texas asked:
June 16, 2019
How would a Diawa Bg 4000 pair with the 7’6” model of these rods?
1 Answer
Yes, that would be a great combination.
Submitted by:
Ethan Matuzsan
on June 17, 2019
Rodney
from Texas asked:
May 31, 2019
What is the rear grip length on the 7' MH
1 Answer
The rear grip is 9 inches
Submitted by:
Bernie De Graaf
on May 31, 2019
jimmy
from northeast asked:
May 15, 2019
i bought MH fast 7 foot spin what do ya think about paired with thunnus 4000 for fluke sea bass & porgies maybe schoolie stripers
1 Answer
A thunnus 4000 or really any 4000 size spinning reel will pair well with this rod.
Submitted by:
Bernie De Graaf
on May 17, 2019
Oliver
from Houston, Texas asked:
August 3, 2022
Is the 8' paired with Penn Battle DX 6000 ok for casting poppers/halcos for YFT (50-65# range)
1 Answer
Hi Oliver, The Penn Battle III DX will pair well with the Tsunami Carbon Shield 8ft XH for your application. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with!
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on August 3, 2022
Josue
from Haddonfield, NJ asked:
July 11, 2022
Daiwa BG3000 or BG2500 (other?) for the TSCSHDII761MH? Backbay, light surf, shore fluke.
1 Answer
Hi Josue, We recommend you going with the Daiwa BG in the 3000 size to balance the Tsunami Carbon Shield II rod in 7'6 MH for your applications.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on July 14, 2022
jonathan salas
from haines city florida asked:
May 12, 2022
would a Shimano saragosa 8000 pair up good with the 8ft x-heavy for big tarpon off shore and would it cast out fart ??
1 Answer
Hi Jonathan, I would recommend a 10000 Saragosa SW A Spinning Reel. The Larger reel is needed for added line capacity for targeting Tarpon. https://www.tackledirect.com/shimano-srg10000swapg-saragosa-sw-a-spinning-reel.html This will pair well with a 8ft XH Tsunami Carbon Shield II Spinning rod for Tarpon fishing applications. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on May 16, 2022
Robert
from San Antonio TX asked:
May 2, 2022
What's the weight of the 701ML?
1 Answer
Hi Robert, The Tsunami TSCSHDII701ML-B Carbon Shield II Spinning Rod has a rod weight of 6.0oz. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on May 4, 2022
Andrew
from Newt York, NY asked:
April 24, 2022
How many oz is the 8 foot XH?
1 Answer
Hi Andrew, The Tsunami TSCSHDII801XH-B Carbon Shield II Spinning Rod has a rod weight of 11.8 ounces. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on April 26, 2022
James M
from Point Pleasant asked:
April 10, 2022
Would a 3000 sized real work well with the 76M? Looking for a set up to jig for fluke from the bank/shore.
1 Answer
Hello James,
A 3000 sized reel would pair up well with the 7'6 medium. Depending on the brand you can go up a size. Shimano tends to run a bit smaller so a 4000 size reel from them would fit as well
Submitted by:
Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service
on April 19, 2022
SEBASTIAN na ALZATE
from Georgia asked:
March 29, 2022
On the 7'6" MH, what is the maximum drag pressure that can be applied to the rod?
1 Answer
Hi Sebastian, The Tsunami Carbon Shield II Spinning Rods are designed for inshore fishing applications. Unfortunately Tsunami doesn't list the maximum drag for this rod series. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on April 4, 2022
Richard
from Georgia asked:
December 27, 2021
Whats the warranty like? I ordered one a couple months ago and just realized that one of the inserts Fell out on the guide?
1 Answer
Hi Richard, Tsunami offers a 1 year warranty on there Tsunami Carbon Shield II Spinning Rods. Here is the email address to contact Bimini Bay Outfitters regarding your broken Tsunami rod. bboretailcustomerservice@bimini-bay.com Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on December 28, 2021
Chris
from NJ asked:
November 7, 2021
I have the 8ft heavy carbon shield 2. Fishing for stripers in the fall in the northeast would it be better to use a 4 or 5000 size reel. Fishing off jettys and charters. Thanks
1 Answer
Hi Chris, For your fishing application, I would recommend a Penn Battle III 5000 Spinning reel. Specifically model: BTLIII5000; TackleDirect Code: PEN-1859. https://www.tackledirect.com/penn-btliii5000-battle-iii-spinning-reel.html. This reel has a high line capacity and a strong drag and would pair well with your Tsunami Carbon Shield 2 8ft rod. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines.
Submitted by:
Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service
on November 9, 2021
David
from Niles, Michigan asked:
September 4, 2021
Hello, would the 8’ X-Heavy pair well with a tsunami guard 6K?
And what is the total length of the cork on the rod?
1 Answer
David,
The Tsunami Carbon Shield II spinning rod TSCSHDII801XH will pair nicely with a 6000 size reel. Either a Penn Battle III 6000 DX or a Shimano Spheros SW 6000 would be better choices. The cork is 5" fore grip and 12" rear grip. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.
Submitted by:
Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service
on September 7, 2021
David Shubin
from Miami FL asked:
July 14, 2021
What would be the best size reel for the 8’ XH rod?
Targeting KingFish off the pier
1 Answer
David,
Depends on the line of reels but you want to stay between 5000-8000 depending on the reel. Personally I would say stay towards the lower end at a size 5000-6000.
Submitted by:
Paul Olah
on July 23, 2021
Chris Blanchette
from Massachusetts asked:
March 23, 2021
I recently purchased an 8ft xheavy version of this rod rated 1-4 oz. I went down to the canal and threw a 3oz savage, the rod made an awful lot of creaking sounds. I have it pared with a shield 8000 with 65 lb braid. Do you think that this rod can really handle that kind of weight on the cast? has any one there had any experience with the 8ft version of this rod? there are several reviews on this site of the guides or reel seat breaking. I was honestly considering returning the rod, seems a shame because they are talked about often.
1 Answer
Often times Manufacturers will over rate their rods when it comes to lure rating. That 1-4oz rating could really be 1-2.5oz, when anything 3+ is pushing its limits. Usually the sweet spot for rods lies in between the lure rating.
Submitted by:
William Larkin
on March 23, 2021
LD
from Northeast asked:
March 20, 2021
Would you recommend a Battle III 2500 or 3000 for the TSCSHDII701ML-B? What reel balances the rod best?
1 Answer
For the 7'ML I'd go with the 2500.
Submitted by:
Cory Comunal
on March 22, 2021
Sebastian Alzate
from GA asked:
March 16, 2021
How would the medium 7'6 perform with 1/16oz lure and some 10lb braid? Should I just go with the medium light?
1 Answer
The medium will notload and cast as well as the medium light when using 1/16 oz lures. If 1/16 ozis your primary lure day in day out, you should go with the medium light.
Submitted by:
William Larkin
on March 19, 2021
Walker
from South Fl. asked:
March 16, 2021
How would a Diawa BG 4000 or a Diawa saltiest 4000 pair with a 8'0 Tsunami Carbon Shield ll spinning rod
1 Answer
Both reels would pairwell with the 8’ Tsunami Carbon shield II spinning rod.
Submitted by:
William Larkin
on March 19, 2021
Sebastian
from Georgia asked:
February 22, 2021
What happens if you exceed the recommended lure weight? And also, what happens if you exceed the recommended line weight? And us there a rod size right in between MH and XH, like say a 76HF??
1 Answer
Like most rods, this rod can technically handle larger weights than what is listed, but once you get to that point, casting distance is severely affected and you'll have to lob it out as opposed to casting it. Line weight shouldn't be much of an issue as these rods are rated for braid and the highest lb. test is 65lb. test braid on the 8' XH rod, which is overkill and you'll really only need 50lb. test braid max in most situations for this rod. Unfortunately, this series does not have a H version listed at the moment.
Submitted by:
Austin Kearney
on February 24, 2021
thomas
from spring hill fl asked:
December 21, 2020
will my salt x 6000 go good with a 7’6 medium heavy?
1 Answer
The 8' model would pair up and balance better with a SaltX 6000.
Submitted by:
Austin Kearney
on December 21, 2020
Bobby Joe
from Florida asked:
December 10, 2020
How many eyes on the 7’6 rod?
1 Answer
Hello, The number of guides is 7+ tip. for the 7'6'' model.
Submitted by:
Bass O
on December 10, 2020
Noah
from Florida asked:
December 2, 2020
What model can a pair with a 4000 and 5000 size reel
1 Answer
Depending what you primarily plan on targeting i would recommend the 7' or 7'6 M or MH rated rod for most inshore/nearshore applications
Submitted by:
Alex T
on December 3, 2020
Noah
from Alabama asked:
November 24, 2020
Will the van staal vr175 pair well with the 8 foot model?
1 Answer
I would recommend the 7'6 Popping version of this rod if you wish you pair with that reel TSU-0339.
The model above just had a bit more durable and upgraded rod components.
The VR175 may be a bit over kill for these standard models, but may pair with the 8' H model
Submitted by:
Alex T
on November 27, 2020
John Harris
from Poughkeepsie NY asked:
October 17, 2020
I have the 7’6”mh spinning rod. Carbon shield 2. How much does it weigh?
1 Answer
The rod itself weighs approximately 6oz
Submitted by:
Alex T
on October 23, 2020
Walker
from Florida asked:
April 15, 2020
Is this a good rod for Mahi and would a Stradic ci4+ be good with this rod?
1 Answer
A Shimano Stradic CI4+ 3000 size would pair nicely with a Tsunami Carbon Sheild II Spinning Rod for Mahi.
Submitted by:
Sydney
on April 16, 2020
Vince
from NJ asked:
March 21, 2020
would the 7'6" MH pair well with a 4000 size Tsunami Evict
1 Answer
The Tsunami Carbon Shield II would pair verywell with the Tsunami Evict in the 4000 class.
Submitted by:
Sydney
on March 21, 2020
Steve Takahashi
from Orlando, FL asked:
February 29, 2020
What is the weight of the 7.6" medium spinning rod?
What is the length of the rear grip?
1 Answer
For the Tsunami Carbon Shield II Spinning Rod thespecifications are:
Weight: 6.4oz
BottomGrip: 10-1/2”
Fore Grip: 2”
Bottom grip + fore grip + reel seat: 17-1/2”
#eyes: 9
Submitted by:
Sydney
on March 19, 2020
Noah
from Birmingham, Alabama asked:
January 28, 2020
Will the Tsunami Evict 4000 work on the 8 foot model?
1 Answer
Hello Noah, Yes the 4000 will fit on the 8ft model
Submitted by:
Tyler Bennett
on January 29, 2020
Steve
from belmar, new jersey asked:
January 28, 2020
would the 7,6 MH be good for seabass jigging with jigs up to 3 oz?
1 Answer
This rod will work but may be a little light for 3 oz
Submitted by:
Tyler Bennett
on January 29, 2020
Sean
from MA asked:
November 18, 2019
Which model would pair well with a Saragosa 5000 for stripers/blues in the northeast?
1 Answer
The 7, 7'6 Medium-Heavy models will work best.
Submitted by:
Rebecca Redington
on November 19, 2019
Anthony Bishop
from bishop.tony@att.net asked:
September 27, 2019
What is the weight of the 7’6” MH?
1 Answer
This rod weighs 6.4 oz's.
Submitted by:
Rebecca Redington
on October 4, 2019
Tommy
from Nj asked:
April 16, 2019
Do you think the 7ft M is a good choice for jigging blackfish? I need a soft tip with good backbone, I'm pairing it with a diawa ballistic 4000
1 Answer
Yes this rod will work for jigging for blackfish, but wont be the best rod if you get a good size fish on. It has enough backbone but not suited for anything with size to pull up.
Submitted by:
Rebecca Redington
on April 17, 2019
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