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| Model TD Code | Type | Length | Pieces | Power | Line Weight | Lure Weight | Price |
| TSAWSS-802MH TSU-0045 | Spinning | 8' | 2 | Medium-Heavy | 12lb - 20lb | 5/8oz - 3oz | $109.99 USD | ||||
Surf casting is a distance game and Airwave Surf Spinning rods deliver maximum performance in a strong lightweight design. Whether you choose an 8 foot rod for tossing small lures or a 12 foot model to launch a cut bait over the outer bar, Airwave Surf rods are up to the task. High-pressure production techniques, yield powerful high-fiber density graphite blanks with no excess weight. The result is a more sensitive, and lighter weight, high performance rod built for the toughest surf fishing conditions Every Airwave blank provides fast energy recovery to transmit more power to each cast. That means more distance with less effort. If your arms are tired after a day of fishing with Airwave Surf rods...it just means you caught more fish!
An $8.00 oversize packaging charge applies to this item as it ships in a long heavy duty tube to protect your items. This fee will still apply when discount shipping coupons are used.
- Lighter, stronger more powerful
- High Fiber Density blank Construction
- Increased Sensitivity
- Improved Casting Distance
- Pac Bay Aluminum Oxide Braided Line Friendly Guides
- Fuji Graphite Reel Seat
- Lightweight Diamond Textured Vinyl and EVA Grips
- Fuji Butt Cap
An $8.00 oversize packaging charge applies to this item as it ships in a long heavy duty tube to protect your items. This fee will still apply when discount shipping coupons are used.
4.5 Stars based on 45 reviews
By Ernie B.
Massachusetts
Great Fishing Rod!
July 29, 2022
I've had the chance to use this Fishing Rod several times now and am extremely pleased.
This replaced my ancient Abu Garcia Surf Casting rod that had been my favorite for years.
The best part of my purchase was the price. I think I got more than my money's worth.
Thank you, Tackle Direct for an easy-to-navigate and straightforward website and an Excellent selection!
This replaced my ancient Abu Garcia Surf Casting rod that had been my favorite for years.
The best part of my purchase was the price. I think I got more than my money's worth.
Thank you, Tackle Direct for an easy-to-navigate and straightforward website and an Excellent selection!
Pros
- Great Price
- Great Value
- Great Product
Cons
- None
By David
Murrells Inlet SC
Tsunami TSAWSS-1202H
May 4, 2022
Great rod.Cast's a mile and has a great backbone.Plus its light.If i ever need another rod i wil definitely look at Tsunami rod's first.
By Jeffrey
Manalapan, NJ
Solid Rod
March 27, 2022
Good grip, nice looking rod, I have 10’ XH. Casts pretty far.
Pros
- Good grip
Cons
- None
By Phong
Lake Worth, FL
Only surf rods I deal with
May 6, 2020
Have 3 of these and had one broken due to closing my trunk on it. These rods are light, cast a mile if you know how and strong. Have caught everything from redfish, bluefish, mackerels, pompanos and even croakers on these. Do yourself a favor and dont go cheap and go with these!
By Shawn
West Yarmouth, MA
cast well and built strong
February 1, 2020
have used the rod for the past four years and it has lasted threw being dropped on the rocks and ever falling and it slammed into the sand. it casts very well and is very duriable when fighting big striped bass in the canal.
Pros
- great casting and has good feel when pared with 30-50lb braid
Cons
- needs a hook hold
By Dave
Vinita
12 foot heavy airwave
October 1, 2019
Great casting rod however I have broke two of them casting a 3 ounce weight with small bait and 30 lb braid. Pole is definitely over rated. Tsunami has replaced one for free so far.
Pros
- Casts long distance with ease.
Cons
- Way over rated pole.
By Ricardo
Morgantown, PA
TSAWSS-1102H - Excellent Rod for the Price
June 13, 2019
I have paired it with Ultegra 5500. What a beautiful combo. Extremely light. Excellent to fish with bunker. I haven't tried plugging with it yet but it seems promising. For the money, it makes such an excellent beginner / backup rod.
Pros
- Not expensive
- Light but Strong.
Cons
- None
By Brandon
texas
as advertised
March 24, 2019
would recommend this rod
Pros
- cast up to 5 oz lures
Cons
- none
By Brian
TN
Better than G.Loomis
March 13, 2019
G.Loomis is $600. Tsunami is $140. If I have all the money in the world I'd still pick Tsunami. It's LIGHTER, cheaper, better look, feels great. I fish for Stripbass 10-30 fish and these are best I found
By Greg
Oak Island nc
The best
October 20, 2018
Light rod, strong but sensitive.
Pros
- Light, strong, durable to salt.
Cons
- None at this point
By Roadtrio
á»?’klahoma
12' H 4-6oz
April 20, 2018
Its very light compare to other 12', however it doesnt cast as far, and for $150 rod i expected the guides could be a little bit better, they scratch easily
By LC
Cape Cod
Snapped in half.
April 14, 2018
I had this rod in Nantucket and on my first cast, it snapped below the first eye. The rod looked great and felt solid, but that "lighter than air technology" did not hold up. I must have got a lemon so I won't give it 1 star. I emailed Tsunami and they never responded.
Pros
- Looks cool
- lightweight
Cons
- Got a lemon I guess
- The companies customer service is non-existent
By Craig
Todd, Pa.
excellent
January 5, 2018
Light and strong, a pleasure to fish with. I love it for flounder fishing.
By Donnie
, Goldsboro nc
Always loved these rods. Just got an 8' surf and it broke w 3oz weight on it?
November 7, 2017
Good rods but always bought 9'. Just got an 8' and broke on first cast. Maybe a lemon. Buying a star stellar 8' though
Pros
- 9' surf all good
Cons
- 8'surf/broke first day
By PAPA J.
PENSOCOLA DAM. LANGLEY,OKLAHOMA
Excellent rod ,light weight,I use these rods fishing for strippers and large blue catfish in discharge waters below dam
November 6, 2017
I broke a rod last night will send it back for warranty and order another rod
Pros
- Have purchase more expensive rods !
- Would recommend this rod to any serious fisherman
7 Questions &
7 Answers
Adam
from Pa asked:
September 19, 2017
How is this rod shipped? Can i request tube packaging instead of a box?
1 Answer
The rods usually ship in a tube but sure you can request a tube.
Submitted by:
Bernie
on September 20, 2017
Robert
from Miramar, FL asked:
June 17, 2022
I just got this rod to pair with STRADIC 5000 is 30 lbs braid to heavy a braid for this rod
1 Answer
Hello Robert,
Using 30 # braid on the Tsunami Airwave802mh should be fine and won't affect the guides or blank.
Submitted by:
Bernie - TackleDirect Customer Service
on June 21, 2022
EDWARD GAUDET
from florida asked:
September 28, 2018
just bought this rod.What would be the perfect reel to match this for surf casting Florida gulf from Anna Maria to Siesta key...mostly catching small blacktops,bonnetheads, and hound fish....thanks
1 Answer
I would recommend using the Shimano Stradic 5000 or the Shimano Saragosa 5000.
Submitted by:
Ricky
on September 28, 2018
Ken
from Scarborough Maine asked:
October 17, 2017
What is the weight of this rod?
1 Answer
The Tsunami TSAWSS-802MH Airwaves Surf Spinning Rod weighs 9.4 oz.
Submitted by:
Donald
on October 18, 2017
Paul Johnson
from NJ asked:
October 14, 2016
How long is the handle on this rod (8' Airwave)?
1 Answer
The handle length is 12 inches.
Submitted by:
Donald
on October 14, 2016
Paul
from Long Island, NY asked:
August 15, 2016
would like to know if an old 6500 series shimano baitrunner would pair up nicely with this surf rod or do you think the 9 ft would be better?
1 Answer
The 8ft would work. If you want better casting ability, i would go with the 9ft MH.
Submitted by:
Donald
on August 16, 2016
Jeffrey
from Newport News VA asked:
October 14, 2015
What spinning reel would you pair this up with. I fish the OBX and i have a Heaver, and a big 10 surf rod but I want something to cast smaller plugs in closer to shore. I've been told I should scout out a 8' med-heavy rod and a reel capable of holding about 200 yds of 8-12 lbs test line.
1 Answer
A Penn Spinfisher SSV 4500 would work well on that rod. I would put braid on it if you are looking for more distance. Another option would be Shimano reels, in the 5000-6000 size.
Submitted by:
David
on October 14, 2015
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