Tsunami Sapphire XT Boat Casting and Spinning Rods

Tsunami Sapphire XT Boat Casting and Spinning Rods

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TypeLengthPiecesPowerLine WeightLure WeightPrice
SABCXT 601MH
TSU-0139
Casting6'0''1Medium-Heavy20-40lb1-5oz$44.99 USD
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SABCXT 661MH
TSU-0140
Casting6'6''1Medium-Heavy20-40lb1-5oz$46.99 USD
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SABCXT 701MH
TSU-0141
Casting7'0''1Medium-Heavy20-40lb3/4-4oz$47.99 USD
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SABSXT 661MH
TSU-0143
Spinning6'6''1Medium-Heavy20-40lb1-5oz$46.99 USD
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SABSXT 701MH
TSU-0105
Spinning7'0''1Medium-Heavy20-40lb3/4-4oz$47.99 USD
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Tsunami Sapphire XT Rods, feature light weight, durable solid tip blanks constructed from a proprietary blend of graphite for sensitivity and fiberglass for toughness. Sapphire XT rods are up to 30% lighter than ordinary solid tip rods and result in far less angler fatigue, even after all day use. Sapphire XT actions are designed for the best in fish fighting power and versatility for use with a wide variety of techniques.

Sapphire XT rods boast graphite and stainless steel reel seats, wear proof stainless steel frame Aluminum Oxide ring guides, epoxy coated double thread wraps and textured shrink vinyl grips.

  • Precision blend of graphite and fiberglass
  • Up to 30% lighter than standard solid tip rods
  • Tough epoxy coated double thread wraps
  • Stainless steel frame aluminum oxide guides
  • Graphite & stainless steel seats
4.5 Stars based on 7 reviews
By James
Navarre, Florida
Sapphire XT 701MH
January 27, 2022
So I swapped out all my rods that came as combos because they were starting to break and/or mismatch so I went with a relatively cheaper rod for my lower end but reliable reels.
The Sapphire XT 701MH looks great, very strong and looks well built but when then advertise medium-heavy they mean it and probably on the heavier side. This was a exact match to my penn pursuit rod that had a 4000 spinning reel on it but this rod is muvh to heavy for the 4000 size so once i can find 2 extra 5000 series if not a 6000 series reels I will put them on these rods.
Over all the rod is great but summer isn't here yet and when it comes I will update my review because we have a tendency to be extremely rough on our rods so hopefully these will make it through the season.
The 701MH will mainly be used for lighter near shore fishing for kings, triggers, snapper, Jack's and working bait around structure or weed lines for Mahi so once we put some fish in the box I will update this review.
Pros
  • Fairly cheap considering the quality, they look strong
  • The quality and design looks like a more expensive made rod or brand
Cons
  • No as of yet
  • Just pay attention to the specs and if they had more pictures online would probably help.
By James
Navarre
Sapphire XT 661MH (pics)
January 27, 2022
So I swapped out all my rods that came as combos because they were starting to break and/or mismatch so I went with a relatively cheaper rod for my lower end but reliable reels.
The Sapphire XT 661MH looks great, very strong and looks well built but when then advertise medium-heavy they mean it and probably on the heavier side. I was going to pair them with a 4000 series penn spinning reel but to be honest it would be better paired with a minimum of a 5000 series if not a 6000 series reels.
Over all the rod is great but summer isn't here yet and when it comes I will update my review because we have a tendency to be extremely rough on our rods so hopefully these will make it through the season.
Pros
  • Easy on the wallet
  • Looks like a higher or mid range quality rod
  • Solid built and looks strong
Cons
  • More pics of rod and eyes available online would of helped
  • Eyes don't look like they will last long
By Paul
California
Well made but heavy
February 20, 2021
Really substantial rod, solid parts. Sensitivity is average. Power is very apparent. Unfortunately it is also very heavy. If you're used to graphite rods, these feel more like a straight glass rod instead of a composite blend. Certainly well made, but the weight of the rod makes it a little less enjoyable to fish with.
By Jessie
nj
best rod brand out there for the price
July 17, 2018
They are literally manufactured around the corner from where i live ( less than 5 miles) in Mahwah NJ and are truly fantastic. I would recommend this company to anyone, plain and simple. This is my current pole from bottom fishing to Mahi Mahi and even smaller sharks. I even caught a 300+lb shark on my tsunami reel rated for 40 lb and my tsunami pole rated for 80-100 pound line in a chum slick 10 ft from the boat and wrenched him in. My father went out and bought a $300 custom rod years back for it's lightness and sensitivity, but when i handed him my rod to hold so i could get a sandwich, he he wouldn't give it back and went out and bought one of these. The thing is so sensitive you can literally feel the types of ocean floor terrain you are on, and distinguish bites from that, and also it is light as a feather.

Pros
  • Well worth the money. Very sensitive. Light as a feather. Strong poles. Very good looking.
Cons
  • Absolutely none. Best rod i have ever used, and i have used a lot!
By Scott
Thompson, CT
Great deal
April 29, 2018
Nice rod for the money
By Varma M.
Bronx, ny
Great product
July 20, 2017
Used on porgys and sea base.. worked great
By big b.
long island ny
TSUNAMI SAPHIRE mh 6 ft CASTING ROD
March 4, 2017
substantially made fishing rod. it has a good degree of sensitivity.
i have used it with all of my high end fishing reels.Tsunami makes
a high quality product at a very reasonable price. i own several of
these fishing rods both spin and baitcast models; and am happy
using them.







Cons
  • none
6 Questions & 6 Answers
A Liho
from South New Jersey asked:
June 6, 2019
What action rating is the 7ft mh spinning?
1 Answer
That has a fast action.
Submitted by: Ethan on June 10, 2019

Shawn Anderson
from NC asked:
September 6, 2021
Am I able to use braid with these guides?
1 Answer
Shawn,

The Tsunami Sapphire XT Boat rods have guides that can handle either braid or mono line.  Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with. 

Submitted by: Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service on September 8, 2021

Will
from Nj asked:
April 15, 2020
Is the 7ft conventional rod light? What’s the weight on it, I’m thinking about this or the penn marienr which one would be lighter?
1 Answer
Penn makes a Medium power version of the Mariner. The Tsunami Saphire XT 7'0" is a medium-heavy rod. The Penn rod is a foot shorter but is the lighter weight rod. 
Submitted by: Sydney on April 16, 2020

Chuck
from Clayton, NC asked:
June 17, 2019
Would a 6500 SSV be a good match for the 7’ MH?  
1 Answer
They will pair together well. 
Submitted by: Rebecca Redington on June 18, 2019

Anthony
from Houston, Texas asked:
April 12, 2019
Would this rod be good for fishing for kingfish?


1 Answer
This rod will work. 
Submitted by: Rebecca Redington on April 17, 2019

Will Kinsella
from Wall New Jersey asked:
November 18, 2017
Will a Avet sx mc fit on the 7 ft conventional rod nicely? Would that be a good combo for stripers and other things in the north east?
1 Answer
The SX would be a great match with the 7 ft conventional model.
Submitted by: Devon on November 21, 2017

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