Product benefits
The Tenryu IKAGAMI 85 MH eging rod is designed for demanding anglers targeting squid and cuttlefish from shore or on light drift. It combines impressive power reserve with high sensitivity to optimize every Egi animation.
Thanks to its blank integrating MagnaFlex and CNT (Carbon Nano Tube) technologies, this rod faithfully transmits the slightest information coming up the line: bottom contact, current variations, the most subtle tap. Its precise action allows you to catapult your jigs far while maintaining perfect control.
- Designed for shore squid and cuttlefish fishing with Egi sizes 3.0 to 3.5.
- Ideal behavior for long-distance fishing in wind, current, or over deep areas.
- Immediate bite transmission right to the angler's hand.
- Also effective for eging on light drift from a boat.
Technical specifications
- Action designed to cast Egi sizes 3.0 to 3.5 long distances, with the possible addition of a weight up to 20 g to reach farther or deeper zones.
- High-performance blank incorporating MagnaFlex fibers for more stiffness and responsiveness during quick animations.
- Reinforced with CNT - Carbon Nano Tube to gain in lightness, strength and sensitivity without adding weight to the rod.
- Power perfectly balanced to load efficiently on the cast while securing holds at hookset and during the fight.
- Optimized balance to reduce fatigue during intensive sea sessions or from a boat.
- Sea-oriented design, built to withstand frequent use in sometimes harsh conditions (spray, wind, swell, rocks).
Advantages and key strengths
The Tenryu IKAGAMI 85 MH excels when squid stay far from shore or when you need to pass over a rocky plateau before reaching a drop-off. Its long-casting capability lets you explore virgin areas often unreachable with shorter or less powerful rods.
The blank’s resonance makes all the difference. Every pull, every pause, every bite is felt immediately, significantly improving hook-up rates. Even in strong wind or marked current, the line remains readable and the braid does not float unnecessarily.
Another major asset: its versatility. Designed for shore eging, it proves deadly on light drift from a boat when following a ledge or prospecting over great depths. You thus have a high-end sea eging rod capable of adapting to many scenarios without compromising performance.
Usage tips
To get the most from the IKAGAMI 85 MH, pair it with a fine round braid to enhance sensitivity and the quality of your animations. Use Egi sizes between 3.0 and 3.5, adjusting the head weight up to 20 g according to depth, wind and current.
From shore, favor areas with structure: breakwaters, rocky points, offshore rockheads. Perform wide animations, punctuated by pauses, to let the Egi descend and present naturally. From a boat, let the drift work for you and keep constant contact with the bottom to stay in the water layer where squid and cuttlefish hold.
After each outing, rinse the rod thoroughly with fresh water and wipe it with a soft cloth to preserve blank performance and overall longevity.
Testimonials
"Since I started using the Tenryu IKAGAMI 85 MH, I reach squid much farther than before. Even in wind, I perfectly feel my Egi's fall and bites become obvious. It's a true reference for shore eging."FAQ
Question 1 : Is this rod more suitable for shore or boat use?
Answer: The IKAGAMI 85 MH was primarily designed for shore squid and cuttlefish fishing, but it is also very effective for eging on light drift from a boat.
Question 2 : Which types of Egi are best suited?
Answer: It is optimized for Egi sizes 3.0 to 3.5, with the option to add a head weight up to 20 g to gain distance or fish deeper.
Question 3 : Is the rod suited to tough conditions?
Answer: Yes, its power reserve and the reactivity of its blank make it particularly effective when wind increases, current strengthens or the fishing area presents significant depth.
