Megabass OROCHI F5-70XT Casting Rod

Product highlights

The Megabass Orochi F5-70XT casting rod belongs to a generation of premium rods designed for technical anglers seeking precision, comfort and reliability. Thanks to its X10 organic fiber blank, developed by ITO Engineering, it delivers a unique balance of controlled power, sensitivity and vibration damping—ideal for predator fishing with lures.

Born from the Project X10, this rod uses naturally derived materials such as cellulose microfibrils. This innovative composite outperforms fiberglass in tensile strength while remaining lighter, reducing fatigue during casting and lure presentation. The Orochi X10 series stands out for its notably smooth action that forgives errors while retaining excellent power reserve to control fish fights.

• X10 organic fiber and carbon blank for a unique combination of lightness and strength.
• Exceptional vibration damping for better control of presentations and cleaner hooksets.
• Soft, versatile action suited to modern fishing with jigs, spinnerbaits and bladed jigs.
• Sustainable design that reduces CO2 emissions during manufacturing.
• Refined Japanese finish for a reliable, high-performing rod that feels great in hand.

Technical specifications

The Megabass Orochi X10 is engineered to provide a progressive, controlled action—ideal for working blade baits or rigs that require precise bottom feel while absorbing sudden strikes. Its blank fully exploits the mechanical properties of organic fibers, delivering a smooth response and quick recovery without harshness.

• High-performance composite blank combining X10 organic fibers and carbon.
• Versatile semi-fast action: soft in the tip and firmer in the mid-section to maintain reserve power.
• Excellent shock absorption to reduce hook losses, even on nervous fish.
• Lightweight premium guides to optimize line flow and casting distance.
• Ergonomic grip designed for maximum comfort during repeated jig and spinnerbait presentations.
• Carefully balanced to reduce fatigue during long shore or boat sessions.

Benefits and strengths

One major strength of the Orochi F5-70XT is its ability to filter out unwanted vibrations while clearly transmitting the essential information to the angler. You can distinctly feel the skirt action of a swimming jig, the rotation of a spinnerbait or the thump of a bladed jig without intrusive handle vibrations.

This high-end predator rod is particularly reassuring in a fight thanks to its soft action that absorbs runs and headshakes without risking premature breakage. It also allows precise casts and gentle lure placements—key advantages over educated fish or in shallow water.

• Versatility across a wide range of blade lures and moderately weighted rigged presentations.
• Optimized sensitivity to detect subtle bites and substrate changes.
• Progressive action that reduces hook pulls, even with fine hooks or wary fish.
• Remarkable comfort for slow probing as well as faster retrieves.
• Eco-friendly approach using natural fibers to lower the carbon footprint.

Usage tips

To get the most from the Megabass Orochi X10, pair it with a smooth, reliable casting reel and line suited to your lure choice. A reasonably sized braid combined with a fluorocarbon leader helps fully exploit the blank’s sensitivity while remaining discreet to predators.

• Use jigs, spinnerbaits and bladed jigs of moderate weight to exploit the rod’s action.
• Adopt progressive presentations, alternating long pulls, controlled pauses and straight retrieves to trigger strikes.
• Set reel drag to let the rod work and take advantage of its ability to absorb runs.
• Maintain the rod after each outing (freshwater rinse, inspect guides, dry completely) to extend its lifespan.
• Store the rod in a suitable case to protect it from shocks and crushing during transport.

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FAQ

Question 1: Is this rod suitable for soft plastics and jigs with blades?

Answer: Yes, the Megabass Orochi F5-70XT is designed to provide a versatile action ideally suited to swimming jigs, spinnerbaits and bladed jigs, while remaining effective with other lures of comparable power. Its X10 organic fiber blank delivers the sensitivity needed to follow lure action and enough power reserve to confidently control predators.