Outlier 8'0" Extra Heavy 2-Piece Casting Rod - (OUC80XH)

The Shimano Outlier 8'0" Extra Heavy 2-Piece Casting Rod is a technical swimbait rod infused with Shimano's most advanced blank materials and technologies. To create a blank with ultimate compressional and torsional rigidity, engineers employed two top-tier Shimano manufacturing processes—Spiral X and Hi-Power X. These processes prevent the blank from twisting and rolling, enhancing accuracy and control when casting big baits while providing increased power for battling large fish. Durable components like a custom carbon fiber-infused CI4+ reel seat and double-foot Fuji K-Frame guides with SiC inserts are built to withstand the strain of bulky, long-range bait deployment and retrieval. To ensure superior grip and comfort, all rods in the Outlier series feature thoughtfully designed custom spiral EVA handles with durable heat-wrapped exteriors, minimizing angler fatigue and allowing for extended sessions on the water.

Features:

• Compressional and Torsional Rigidity Enhance Accuracy, Control, and Power
• Built to Withstand the Strain of Bulky, Long-Range Bait Deployment and Retrieval
• Spiral EVA Handles with Durable Heat-Wrapped Exteriors Ensure Superior Grip and Comfort

Specifications:

• Model: OUC80XH
• Rod Type: Casting
• Length: 8'0"
• Guide Type: Fuji SiC
• Pieces: 2
• Foregrip Length: 1.5"
• Power: Extra Heavy
• Blank Material: Spiral X + Hi-Power X
• Line Rating: 14 - 30 lb.
• PowerPro Line Rating: 50 - 80 lb.
• Lure Rating: 4 - 9 oz.
• Grip Material: EVA + Shrink Tube
• Action: Moderate
• Target Species: Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass