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Engineered with the iconic Phillipson Pacemaker taper, featuring radical 0.364" butt reinforcement that delivers 10-20lb fish fighting power beyond standard 5wt capabilities
Aggressive 30" taper transition (0.254" to 0.364") creates explosive line speed for conquering 60+ foot casts in coastal winds
Six-strip construction using premium Tonkin bamboo with 18% nickel silver ferrules for zero energy loss
Dominates open-water battlegrounds - lake drop-offs, tidal estuaries, and current-swept flats
Comes varnished with pre-installed ferrules (optional raw blank & self-install ferrules available)
This Phillipson Pacemaker-tapered bamboo fly rod blank redefines 5wt performance parameters. The strategically radical taper progression combines a delicate 5wt presentation feel with unprecedented lifting power in the final 30" section. Precision-engineered six-strip Tonkin bamboo construction, reinforced with military-grade 18% nickel silver ferrules, delivers uncompromised power transmission from butt to tip.
Ideal for targeting trophy rainbow trout in deep pools, battling largemouth bass in heavy cover, or challenging juvenile GT in brackish flats. The default water-based varnish finish provides essential protection while allowing custom refinishing - seasoned anglers may opt for the raw blank version. Heavy-duty ferrules withstand saltwater corrosion while maintaining seamless energy transfer. This blank empowers precise delivery of bulky streamers to cruising predators, making it the ultimate tool for conquering open-water giants.
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