Spinning Rod SMITH DRAGONBAIT SEA-BASS 72 H

Product strengths

The Dragonbait Seabass rod is designed for the sea bass angler who wants to cover a wide range of situations with a single reliable rod. Its primary purpose is versatility: it allows effective action of surface stickbaits, casting metal jigs into feeding frenzies and precise control of soft plastics near the bottom. Thanks to its responsive action, this sea spinning rod for sea bass faithfully transmits the lightest bites while offering a generous power reserve to control fighting fish near rocks, breakwaters or oyster beds. The careful balance reduces fatigue during long cast-and-retrieve sessions, whether fishing from shore or boat. Its comfortable grip and robust construction make it a trusted ally to face varied conditions, from sheltered bays to areas exposed to currents and wind.

Technical specifications

Every detail of this versatile sea bass rod is optimized for modern lure fishing. The range was developed to offer an action lively enough to catapult a lure a good distance, while remaining progressive to secure the fight and reduce hook pulls. It easily accepts a wide weight range, allowing quick transitions from a stickbait to a jig or a shad depending on fish activity.

• Range specifically designed for sea bass and coastal saltwater predators.
• Action tuned for animating stickbaits, hardbaits, casting jigs and soft plastics.
• Robust construction adapted to saline environments and the demands of sea fishing.
• Balance designed to limit fatigue during repetitive animations and long fishing sessions.
• Power reserve in the butt to maintain control in fights, even on large specimens.
• Compatible with a wide range of spinning reels intended for sea bass fishing.

Benefits and key strengths

The main advantage of the Dragonbait Seabass rod for sea bass fishing is its ability to adapt to very different strategies without ever feeling like it is being overpowered by the lure or conditions. The same setup can be used to quickly comb a wide area with a stickbait, then focus on a specific spot with a more discreet soft plastic. This versatility makes it an excellent foundation for anglers who don't want to multiply rods on the boat or while moving along the shore.

Another major advantage: its compromise between sensitivity and power. The responsive tip allows feeling timid bites, bottom changes and lure behavior, while the lower section provides the backbone needed to stop a powerful sea bass trying to return to the rocks or kelp. This spinning rod specialized for sea bass gives confidence to both experienced anglers and passionate intermediates looking to invest in a durable, high-performance rod.

Usage tips

To get the most out of this sea rod for sea bass fishing, pair it with a smooth, well-balanced spinning reel loaded with braid of a diameter suited to conditions (finer to gain casting distance, thicker to fish near obstacles). With stickbaits, favor dry, rhythmic actions, alternating short pulls and pauses to trigger strikes. When jig casting, don't hesitate to make long casts into or around feeding frenzies, then alternate fast straight retrieves and jigging near the bottom.

For soft plastics, a slow retrieve punctuated by small pulls keeps contact with the substrate and follows depth variations. Always adapt lure size and weight of the jig head to the current and the depth of the spot. After each trip, rinse the rod thoroughly with fresh water and let it dry before storing to preserve performance and longevity of your high-performance sea bass rod.

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FAQ

Question 1 : Is this rod more intended for shore fishing or boat fishing?

Answer: The Dragonbait Seabass range has been designed to perform equally well from shore and from boat. Depending on the chosen model, it allows targeting sea bass on beaches, rocky points, estuaries or coastal drifts while maintaining a good compromise between casting distance, sensitivity and power.

Question 2 : Can this rod be used with soft plastics and jigs?

Answer: Yes, the design of this rod for sea bass lure fishing enables effective animation of soft plastics on jig heads as well as metal jigs. You just need to adapt the lure weight and the animation technique to the depth, current and fish activity to fully benefit from its versatility.