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Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

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North Fork Composites is Gary Loomis' next generation of rod products. Quality and craftsmanship is what Gary Loomis is known for. Future thinking is the building block of North Fork Composites (NFC), making them one of the leading innovators of “Made in the USA” fi shing rod products. Ranging from high modulus (HM), intermediate modulus (IM), standard modulus (SM) rod blanks, to graphite reel seats, and carbon handles, NFC looks to change the industry one item at a time.

Founded to deliver carbon fi ber tubing for the sporting goods industry (Fishing Rods, Golf Shafts, Arrows, Oar Shafts), NFC continues to be a pioneer in technology and manufacturing techniques.

NFC brings nearly 80 years of composite manufacturing experience. We believe that “impossible is

possible” and bring that vision to life through our staff and our products.

The balance of performance, durability, and weight are crucial when designing rod blanks. These deciding factors of success has enabled NFC to become a trusted partner in composites manufacturing. As a result, our products transcend multiple industries and are used by large companies like Boeing, Google, and our Military. We are proud that thousands of customers put their trust in our products every day and contribute with their passion!

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Technology Overview Throughout the last forty years, NFC has subscribed to one simple formula: “Weight is a deterrent to performance.” From the beginning, Gary Loomis and NFC incorporated the GENERATION 2 (GEN2) formula of materials and manufacturing technology to make blanks and rods. Our GEN2 machinery is designed and manufactured by Gary Loomis, which allows NFC to roll parts at hundreds of PSI above industry standard! Combined with the latest GEN2 graphite technology, this results in parts that are sought after by the fi nest fi shermen, the tech sector, and our military around the world.

For many years rod performance was solely focused on modulus, and Gary Loomis is partially to blame. In his never-ending quest for the next development in composites, he would introduce previous models in higher modulus material. Gary Loomis’ competition would try to replicate Gary’s products with their own version of “high modulus.” However, modulus rating is only part of the story! Resin content, type of resin systems used, types or carbon fi ber effect the fl ex, weight, and performance of a rod blank. NFC selects the best material for the application scenario and is proud to offer our GEN2 High Modulus, Intermediate Modulus, and Standard Modulus rod blanks.

Our manufacturing philosophy centers around: GEN2 Materials, GEN2 Machinery, GEN2 Manufacturing, and GEN2 Design. All are dependent on one another and support the goal of making a performance fi shing rod blank. We take pride in handcrafting all of our blanks in Woodland, Washington USA by artisans that have over 80 years combined in manufacturing experience.

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TABLE OF CONTENTSNORTH FORK COMPOSITESINTRO ................................................................................................... 4TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................ 5HISTORY .............................................................................................. 6MADE IN USA ....................................................................................... 7PASSION .............................................................................................. 8GEN2 .................................................................................................... 9MATERIALS & TECHNOLOGY .......................................................... 10TESTING .............................................................................................11POWER AND ACTION ....................................................................... 12

ROD BLANKS HIGH MODULUS BLANKS .............................................................15-18INTERMEDIATE MODULUS BLANKS ...........................................19-26STANDARD MODULUS BLANKS ..................................................27-30

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North Fork Composites and Batson Enterprises Continue the LegacyThe partnership between the Batson Family/Team and the Loomis Family/Team is important to the industry in so many ways. Both families/Teams have had an equally game changing industry impact. Long lasting family ties have enabled both companies to excel in each perspective market. North Fork Composites and Batson Enterprises, with their vast knowledge of the industry, seeks to enhance and expand the industry, craft and art of rod building.One thing remains for both companies, they share the same core values on how business should be conducted with INTEGRITY, HONESTY and the WIN VS WIN mentality. The Batson Family/Team is excited about the partnership with North Fork Composites by Gary Loomis to “re-shore” products made in the USA. The partnership is a strategic win for both companies. The availability of products and the management of inventories will ensure the end user is receiving product in a timely manner a defi nite plus for all rod builders. From the custom rod builder to the OEM, North Fork Composites and Batson Enterprises will bring the best product offerings “Made in the USA” to the industry. “This partnership was a culmination of many years of friendship between Gary Loomis and Bob Batson (1947-2003). The relationship started in the mid 90’s when Bob Batson and Gary Loomis partnered on projects for both of their previous endeavors. Bob and Gary had such a great rapport. Gary would send Bob rods to test and vice versa with components. Still to date, Batson Enterprises has prototype or “experimental” rods in the collection from Gary Loomis. Gary and Bob not only had a professional relationship, but personal one as well. Their tremendous knowledge base about the industry evolved into the greatest respect for each other. This is why, together, both North Fork Composites and Batson Enterprises have brought amazing fi shing related products in the industry. “The Batson team believes it was an inevitable outcome for both companies partnering once again. This is great for the industry and the hundred of thousands it will effect. It is such a great honor and privilege that I do not take lightly and we will do everything to make this venture a success.” Bill Batson - CEO, Batson Enterprises, Inc.

Hand Crafted in the USA“I have always said that I am not the best fi sherman in the world, but good enough to fi sh with the best and to design a blank that will help them catch more fi sh. In designing a rod blank, I listen to the fi sherman’s wants and needs when it comes to rod blank performance. After information is gathered, the deciding factor is asking one simple question: what do you really want the rod blank to do? Will this rod blank be used with heavy line pulling from deep depths for Tuna? Or are you fi shing top water for fi sh that are jumping and peeling line off your reel like Dorado or Tarpon? Once the questions are answered, I have the beginning design idea for the blank. The industry has been infatuated with modulus, mostly focusing on higher infl ated numbers. In some cases, this is good. As long as the design and manufacturing of the high modulus blank work together. In most cases I have felt that the perfect material needs to match the design and performance of a specifi c rod blank and the way it will be fi shed. The design of each blank and the intended use determines the material for the blank. Whether it is a blend of modulus materials or one modulus material, the performance is of the utmost.” - GARY LOOMIS

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passionThere is only one good reason for us to make incredible blanks – so that you can make incredible rods for an incredible fi shing experiences. Year after year we push the limits of technology, design, and manufacturing to its limits. Gary Loomis has always made products that are disruptive to that status quo.

Your passionate fi re for the sport is what drives you. Our passion is to ignite that fi re within you.

Gary has stated, on occasion, that he can design a rod that would never break; but no one would want to fi sh with a lead pipe.

NFC works endlessly with production and engineering staff to insure that the best blank is made without compromising on performance.

This is the NFC way. The only route that Gary Loomis approves.

NFC stands behind its warranty and blanks it produces. Thus, If our rod blanks are not the best you have ever fi shed within 30 days, we will send your money back.” - GARY Loomis

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GENERATION 2 - GEN2What is GEN2? GEN2 is Gary Loomis evolving the latest and greatest Materials, Machinery, Manufacturing, and Designs. Gary Loomis redefi ned the materials and improved the overall construction. The complete process is thoroughly updated to meet the high demands of today’s requirements. The designs of each blank is modernized to excel for the fi sherman that’s requiring not only the best of all worlds, but durability to outlast.

Machinery, Manufacturing and Processing: NFC understands that the proprietary processing is the key to success. Gary Loomis hand crafts each machine to his specifi c designs, hand constructing the fi nest fi shing blank. These machine designs, rolling pressures, and assembly processes is what separates these USA made blanks. Experience and knowledge is the pathway to success. Features:High Pressure S-Rolling: NFC designs and manufactures under a proprietary hue to the exclusive designs by Gary Loomis.

Custom Cello Tape Tensioning: Seamless wrapping and tensioning over the rod blank is key. Updated machine processing squeezes nearly all air out of the rod blank, as is required for achieving the best quality.

Designs: Gary Loomis has the latest innovation of GEN2 designs! These new designs have been updated from his previous models that have been tried and true for many years. Features:Paper Carbon Scrim: Exclusive to the HM GEN2, this not only amplifi es sensitivity, but it reduces weight. Integrating carbon in the scrim rather than fi berglass, sensitivity is magnifi ed creating the ultimate feel. You will sense the fi sh even with the slightest movement on the end of your lure.

Cross Ply: Material design layups and material positioning is key. Proprietary and refreshed by Gary Loomis is what makes his USA made blanks stand out.

NFC’s GEN2 blanks are the future of USA rod blanks.

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Our high modulus GEN2 material is one of the lightest, most sensitive materials available in the industry today. Our HM-GEN2 is a proprietary blend of pure aerospace grade Toray carbon fi ber with paper carbon scrim (PCS) that is set to astound you. This is due to the intricate confi gurations (up to 15 pieces in one pattern) to create the ultimate sensitive and light blank. Weight is a deterrent to performance, and this material is performance minded. When feel and weight is the demand, our HM-GEN2 delivers!

Our intermediate modulus (IM-GEN2) is often referred to as “high modulus” by other manufacturers. This durable yet sensitive aerospace Toray carbon fi ber offers the best of both worlds. Combining the resilience of the Standard Modulus (SM-GEN2), and drawing on the sensitivity of HM-GEN2 this material is one of our top choices. To start, premium Toray fi ber is combined with a proprietary resin system with a unique design spec to drive IM-GEN2. This is quickly becoming the preferred choice due to the perfect balance of weight, performance, and affordability.

We don’t follow standards, NFC sets them. Our Standard modulus (SM-GEN2) is beyond standard protocol and is locally sourced in Washington, USA. With large Aerospace companies sourcing similar products, giving us an unparalleled advantage to the knowledge of aerospace spec Toray fi ber pre-preg. This material is made to perform in the harshest of environments and will withstand the high demands of the toughest fi sheries, while providing the thrill of performance. SM-GEN2 is the perfect balance of ruggedness and reactivity, at the most affordable price.

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Our blanks have a soul! Why? GEN2 materials allow for the best possible blank. All models of materials have gone through a vigorous updating. NFC constantly strives for the ultimate performance. It is imperative all materials move through the collective team of experienced personnel. This profi ciency has been proven through the thousands of blanks manufactured over the years. Materials are kept in climate controlled environments making every process integral to the success of the overall product. Whether it’s an exclusive unidirectional carbon veil or machinery designed and assembled by Gary Loomis, you can rest assured you are getting NFC’s best. One would say that we are obsessive in making sure that only the best have the NFC stamp of approval.Generation 2

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TestingOur testing process is critical to our success and starts with every raw material shipment. Consistency of raw materials (“pre-preg”) is so critical that EVERY material shipment must exceed rigorous testing and pass our standards. Gary Loomis has kept this unchanged for more than 40 years.

NFC’s bar for quality is set extremely high. Thus, our process involves breaking a percentage of blanks within every batch and recording the results. The results from the break test gauges whether or not the pre-preg matches our demands. Years of data allows us to update and compare our breaking standards. Maintaining this extensive library of materials catalog, along with a section of every roll of Toray is one of the many reasons we are so successful. NFC compares the years of data to fi nd any discrepancies. If any data is not correct, samples can be forwarded to the supplier to correct the material. This is just one sample of the strict standards we set. This assures all blanks are made consistently from year to year.

ResultsThe secret to having an industry low warranty return rate on blanks is controlling as many variables as possible. All processes from room temperature, tape tension, cure cycles, etc. is crucial to making the perfect blank.

100% of our blanks are tested at different stages of our process. Batch testing blanks as they fl ow through to inventory allows you, as the customer, to receive the very best from NFC. We understand how unsettling it can be when a rod blank fails due to manufacturing defects. NFC makes every effort to single out any defects in blank production from start to fi nish.

As the result, NFC received thousands of pictures of rods on blanks built by Gary Loomis twenty years ago requesting nothing more than a cork touch-up after “modest use”.

PowerPower is measured by the backbone needed in the blank. The more effort it takes to bend a blank, or a section of the blank, the more powerful it is. NFC power ratings are relative. The power ratings within each category of spinning, casting, or saltwater blanks are related to the other blanks within that specifi c category. NFC uses both a description of power (ex: Medium-Light) and a specifi c number (ex:. 3) for the power rating for each blank.

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CODE DESCRIPTION1 ULTRA LIGHT2 LIGHT3 MEDIUM LIGHT4 MEDIUM5 MEDIUM HEAVY6 HEAVY7 MAG LIGHT8 MAG MEDIUM9 MAG HEAVY

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ACTIONAction refers to the way a blank initially fl exes under load. A fast action blank fl exes more towards the tip, a moderate action blank fl exes more into the mid-section, and a slow action blank fl exes fully into the butt of the blank. Many blanks also fall into the “in-between” categories such as “moderate fast.” Understanding the actions of our blanks and picking the right blank for the job at hand is vital.

Please refer to the table shown to correctly match your fi shing technique to the best action.

If ever in doubt, give us a call and we would be happy to assist.

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“I have had the privilege of designing graphite blanks for over forty years and am excited to see new materials that might appear on the horizon.

I love the challenge when it comes to designing rod blanks for the most discerning of fi shermen that continually push boundaries.”

- Gary Loomis, Chairman, Head of Design.

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The HM-GEN2 rod blanks are the lightest, smoothest casting, and, we believe, are the most sensitive blanks manufactured in the U.S.A. Just how good are they? In some cases these blanks are up to 50% lighter than comparable rod blanks. Our extensive Pro Staff of professional guides, fi shing publications and hardcore anglers alike agree that these blanks have no equal. Using HM-GEN2 as the engine for your rod, you can instantly feel the smoothness of the cast. When fi shing for bass, or other freshwater species, we incorporate a progressive taper design for maximum cast-ability. In this series we have also integrated an ultra-fi ne diameter tip for easy loading at short distances. The paper carbon scrim (PCS) that delivers lightness and super strength. Finally the modulus design blends are added to further reduce the weight and increase the speed of recovery of these HM-GEN2 blanks.

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MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPMB 661-1 (HM) 6' 6" 1 2-6lb. 1/32-3/16oz. 0.441 4.5 Fast Ultra Light 2.30oz. Ultra light Trout/ Panfi sh $225.81MB 662-1 (HM) 6' 6" 1 4-8lb. 1/16-1/8oz. 0.537 5.0 Fast Light 2.95oz. Small Mepps/ 3"tubes/small top-water/ light walleye presentations $229.32MB 663-1 (HM) 6' 6" 1 4-10lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.477 5.0 Fast Medium Light 1.77oz. Bass fi nesse/ Small crank & stick-baits/ spy baits $230.49MB 664-1 (HM) 6' 6" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.528 5.0 Fast Medium 1.40oz. 1/4-3/8oz range baits/ 4" plastics/ small to medium top-waters $232.83MB 665-1 (HM) 6' 6" 1 10-17lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.535 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 1.86oz. All purpose Bass $241.02MB 666-1 (HM) 6' 6" 1 12-20lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.528 5.5 Fast Heavy 1.85oz. All purpose Bass/ jig & pig / plastics / great around heavy cover $246.87MB 667-1 (HM) 6' 6" 1 12-20lb. 3/8-1 1/8oz. 0.537 5.0 Fast Mag Light 1.90oz. Jig & pig/ pitching /plastics / great around heavy cover $251.55MB 668-1 (HM) 6' 6" 1 12-25lb. 3/8-1 1/4oz. 0.526 4.5 Fast Mag Medium 1.65oz. Jig & pig/ pitching / plastics / great around heavy cover $253.89MB 669-1 (HM) 6' 6" 1 14-30lb. 3/8-2oz. 0.535 6.0 Mod-Fast Mag Heavy 2.20oz. Heavy cover bass / Pike / punching matted weeds $264.42MB 702-1 (HM) 7' 0" 1 6-10lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.509 4.5 Fast Medium Light 2.00oz. Small Mepps/ 3”tubes/small top-water/ light walleye presentations $198.90MB 704-1 (HM) 7' 0" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.583 4.5 Fast Medium 1.90oz. 1/4-3/8oz range baits/ 4" plastics/ small to medium top-waters $263.25MB 705-1 (HM) 7' 0" 1 10-17lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.593 4.5 Fast Medium Heavy 1.97oz. All purpose Bass/ pitching/ Carolina rig $266.76MB 706-1 (HM) 7' 0" 1 8-16lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.565 4.5 Fast Medium Heavy 1.80oz. All purpose Bass/ jig & pig / plastics / great around heavy cover $272.61MB 709-1 (HM) 7' 0" 1 14-30lb. 3/8-2oz. 0.578 6.0 Mod-Fast Mag Heavy 2.34oz. Heavy cover Bass / Pike / Punching matted weeds $276.12MB 805-1 (HM) 8' 0" 1 8-12lb. 3/8-3/4oz. 0.656 4.0 Ex-Fast Medium Heavy 2.25oz. All purpose Bass/ pitching/ Carolina rig $291.33MB 806-1 (HM) 8' 0" 1 10-15lb. 1/2-1oz. 0.663 5.0 Ex-Fast Heavy 2.50oz. All purpose Bass $298.35MB 807-1 (HM) 8' 0" 1 10-20lb. 1/2-1 1/4oz. 0.665 5.0 Fast Mag Light 2.60oz. All purpose Bass $303.03MB 808-1 (HM) 8' 0" 1 10-25lb. 1/2-1 1/2oz. 0.662 5.5 Fast Mag Medium 2.60oz. Jig & pig/ pitching / plastics / heavy cover/ matted grass punching $310.05MB 809-1 (HM) 8' 0" 1 12-30lb. 1/2-2oz. 0.676 6.0 Fast Mag Heavy 2.95oz. Flippin’ / pitching / big Bass heavy cover / Pike $314.73

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MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPCB 7111-1 (HM) 7' 11" 1 8-15lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.534 4.0 Ex-Fast Ultra Light 1.80oz. Small Crankbaits $277.29

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPFlip 764-1 (HM) 7' 6" 1 12-25lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.530 6.0 Mod-Fast Heavy 1.78oz. Light to Medium fl ippin’ presentations $285.48Flip 765-1 (HM) 7' 6" 1 14-25lb. 3/8-1 1/4oz. 0.529 6.0 Moderate Mag Light 2.10oz. Light to Medium fl ippin’ presentations $291.33Flip 766-1 (HM) 7' 6" 1 14-30lb. 3/8-1 1/2oz. 0.547 6.5 Moderate Mag Heavy 2.20oz. Medium to Heavy fl ippin’ presentations $303.03Flip 805-1 (HM) 8' 0" 1 14-25lb. 3/8-1oz. 0.535 6.5 Mod-Fast Mag Light 2.30oz. Light to Medium fl ippin’ presentations $310.05

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPDS 760-1 (HM) 7' 6" 1 4-10lb. 1/8-3/16oz. 0.543 4.0 Ex-Fast Finesse 1.75oz. Medium light drop shot rod $263.25DS 761-1 (HM) 7' 6" 1 6-10lb. 1/8-5/16oz. 0.560 4.0 Ex-Fast Ultra Light 1.95oz. Medium drop shot rod $269.10

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPP 702-1 (HM) 7' 0" 1 4-10lb. 3/16-3/8oz. 0.293 4.0 Ex-Fast Light 1.24oz. Light popping rod $228.15P 703-1 (HM) 7' 0" 1 6-12lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.390 4.5 Fast Med 1.27oz. Inshore popping/ Sea Trout/ smaller Redfi sh $234.00P 704-1 (HM) 7' 0" 1 8-15lb. 3/8-5/8oz. 0.486 4.5 Mod-Fast Med Heavy 1.30oz. All purpose inshore popping $239.85

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FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS• GEN2 Designs, Processing, Materials• Evolution of Gary Loomis Designs• High Modulus (HM-GEN2)• Paper Carbon Scrim• Our Lightest and Most Sensitive Blank• Most Innovative Blank from NFC• Latest in Modern Blank Design• U.S.A. Hand Crafted• Natural Flat Finish• Limited Lifetime Warranty

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Spin JigMODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSJ 762-2 (HM) 7' 6" 2 6-10lb. 1/8-3/16oz. 0.518 4.5 Ex-Fast Light 2.00oz. Walleye slip bobber / lindy riggin rod $304.20SJ 762-1 (HM) 7' 6" 1 6-10lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.509 4.5 Ex-Fast Light 2.00oz. Walleye slip bobber / lindy riggin rod $274.95SJ 803-1 (HM) 8' 0" 1 6-10lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.567 4.0 Ex-Fast Medium Light 2.15oz. All purpose fi nesse spinning rod length adds casting distance $279.63SJ 804-1 (HM) 8' 0" 1 6-10lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.658 4.0 Ex-Fast Medium 2.20oz. All purpose bass spinning rod length adds casting distance $285.48PredatorMODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPPr 704-2 (HM) 7' 0" 2 6-10lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.515 6.0 Fast Medium 1.92oz. Russian Predator rod $327.60Pr 764-2 (HM) 7' 6" 2 6-10lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.535 5.5 Fast Medium 2.04oz. Russian Predator rod $345.15

FEATURED TECHNOLOGIES

This lineup is exactly what you would expect from a company born and bred in the heart of Salmon and Steelhead country. Perfection. Our Pro-Staff and house staff catches more Salmon and Steelhead (per capita) than most rod companies. We would even be willing to wager that Gary Loomis has caught more Salmon and Steelhead than any rod company in the world. No matter what type of fi shing you do, our years of experience will match your highest demands. When you require a super soft tip for salmon mooching, and enough lifting power in the butt section, our rod blanks in this series will give you rock star confi dence. You will feel everything as the bait is being swallowed. This is pure energy transfer from the hook to your adrenaline.

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Salmon / Steelhead / saltwater ROD BLANKS

Salmon

Float

Hot-Shot

Back Bounce

Saltwater

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSt 7111-1 (HM) 7' 11" 1 4-8lb. 1/16-3/8oz. 0.550 4.5 Slow Ultra Light 1.72oz. Ultra light Steelhead and Trout $331.11St 903-2 (HM) 9' 0" 2 8-12lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.520 4.5 Mod-Fast Medium Light 1.98oz. Medium light boon dogger / side drifter $310.05St 904-2 (HM) 9' 0" 2 8-12lb. 3/8-3/4oz. 0.517 5.0 Fast Medium 2.08oz. Medium boon dogger / side drifter $314.73St 905-2 (HM) 9' 0" 2 8-17lb. 3/8-1oz. 0.495 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 2.22oz. Medium heavy drifter/ 1/2-3/4 oz side drifter $320.58St 962-2 (HM) 9' 6" 2 6-10lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.422 4.5 Moderate Light 1.85oz. Medium light boon dogger/ side drifter $299.52St 964-2 (HM) 9' 6" 2 6-12lb. 3/8-3/4oz. 0.516 5.0 Fast Medium 2.30oz. Extra light boon dogger/ side drifter/ small water fl oat rod $327.60St 1002-2 (HM) 10' 0" 2 6-10lb. 1/16-3/16oz. 0.448 4.0 Moderate Light 1.75oz. Medium light side drifter/ medium light fl oats $315.90St 1065-2 (HM) 10' 6" 2 10-20lb. 3/8-1 1/2oz. 0.566 5.0 Moderate Medium Heavy 3.00oz. Medium heavy fl oat rod $325.26St 1302-2 (HM) 13' 0" 2 6-10lb. 1/8-1/2oz. 0.518 4.0 Fast Light 2.62oz. Medium Light Center pin/ fl oat rod $339.30

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSA 1064-2 (HM) 10' 6" 2 10-30lb. 2-8oz. 0.555 4.5 Moderate Medium 3.07oz. King Moocher/ Bar plunking $340.47SA 1065-2 (HM) 10' 6" 2 10-40lb. 2-8oz. 0.655 5.0 Moderate Medium Heavy 3.20oz. King Moocher/ Bar plunking $342.81

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPFL 1363-3 (HM) 13' 6" 3 6-10lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.504 5.5 Moderate Medium Light 3.47oz. Medium Float Rod $368.55

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPHS 760-1 (HM) 7' 6" 1 6-12lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.506 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Light 2.02oz. Hot Shot/ 40 or small/ slip bobber/ riggin' rod $232.83HS 760-2 (HM) 7' 6" 2 6-12lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.525 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Light 1.73oz. Hot Shot/ 40 or small/ slip bobber/ riggin' rod $251.55HS 761-2 (HM) 7' 6" 2 8-15lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.520 5.5 Ex-Fast Mag Medium 1.72oz. Small plugs (tadpoles,wiggle warts,etc) $256.23HS 821-1 (HM) 8' 2" 1 10-20lb. 3/8-4oz. 0.597 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Medium 2.70oz. Small plugs (tadpoles,wiggle warts,etc) $252.72

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPBB 806-1 (HM) 8' 0" 1 12-25lb. 1-6oz. 0.602 6.0 Mod-Fast Heavy 3.10oz. Heavy Back bouncing $232.83

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSW 765-1 (HM) 7' 6" 1 12-25lb. 1/2-3oz. 0.548 5.5 Moderate Medium Heavy 2.85oz. Cobia/ Barracuda/ Tarpon/ Heavy Inshore $293.67

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When Gary introduced the original design long ago, it created a fury in the industry. Our IM-GEN2 has evolved from the original design and has started yet again, uproar. The IM-GEN2 graphite brand is able to insight a “snapshot” of what the lure is doing every inch of your retrieve. Every bump, rock, weed, and strike is transferred directly into your hands. Even the most subtle movement will feel like your bait is being sucked into a jet engine! Distance is another key factor to these rod blanks. They are designed for thousands of casts without a hangover for your arm in the morning. Accuracy is singled out. NFC’s IM-GEN2 rod blank tips are designed to resist side to side torque. These blanks show no mercy when setting the hook or fl ippin’ a fi sh into the boat. You will feel in control from the hook set to the victorious end.

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Casting

2BASS AND FRESHWATER ROD BLANKS

Mag Bass

Continued on Page 21

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPC 562-1 (IM) 5' 6" 1 6-12lb. 3/16-1/2oz. 0.390 4.5 Fast Light 1.29oz. Pistol grip style blank small crankbaits and spinner-baits $131.04C 564-1 (IM) 5' 6" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.379 4.0 Fast Medium 0.97oz. Pistol grip style blank perfect for 3/8oz. spinner-baits $146.25C 565-1 (IM) 5' 6" 1 10-17lb. 5/16-3/4oz. 0.183 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 1.37oz. Pistol grip style blank / walk the dog/ worms and spinner-baits $155.61C 601-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 6-12lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.410 4.5 Fast Ultra Light 1.70oz. Small crankbaits and spinner-baits and 1/4oz. top-waters $118.17C 602-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 6-12lb. 3/16-1/2oz. 0.423 4.5 Fast Light 1.55oz. Small crankbaits and spinner-baits and 1/4oz. top-waters $138.06C 603-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.430 5.0 Fast Medium Light 1.65oz. Great 6'0" spinner-bait rod for 1/4-3/8oz. $142.74C 604-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.484 4.5 Fast Medium 1.35oz. Great 6'0" spinner-bait rod for 3/8oz. $155.61C 605-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 10-17lb. 5/16-3/4oz. 0.493 4.5 Fast Medium Heavy 1.65oz. Worms/ jigs/ 1/2oz. lure range $166.14C 606-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 12-20lb. 3/8 - 1oz. 0.502 5.5 Fast Heavy 1.65oz. Heavy cover worm/ jig/ large spinner-bait $179.01

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPMB 661-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 2-6lb. 1/32-3/16oz. 0.441 4.5 Fast Ultra Light 2.30oz. Ultra light Trout/ Panfi sh $170.82MB 662-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 4-8lb. 1/16-1/8oz. 0.475 5.0 Fast Light 1.90oz. Small Mepps/ 3”tubes/ small top-water/ light walleye presentations $174.33MB 663-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 4-10lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.461 5.0 Fast Medium Light 2.02oz. Bass fi nesse/ Small crank & stick-baits/ spy baits $177.84MB 664-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.521 4.5 Fast Medium 1.66oz. 1/4-3/8oz range baits/ 4" plastics/ small-medium top-waters $180.18MB 665-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 10-17lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.561 4.5 Fast Medium Heavy 2.05oz. All purpose bass $186.03MB 666-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 12-20lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.561 4.5 Fast Heavy 2.05oz. All purpose bass/ jig & pig / plastics / great around heavy cover $189.54MB 667-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 12-20lb. 3/8-1 1/8oz. 0.535 5.0 Fast Mag Light 2.25oz. jig & pig/ pitching / plastics / great around heavy cover $193.05MB 668-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 12-25lb. 3/8-1 1/4oz. 0.535 6.0 Fast Mag Medium 2.36oz. jig & pig/ pitching / plastics / great around heavy cover $195.39MB 669-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 14-30lb. 3/8-2oz. 0.538 6.0 Mod-Fast Mag Heavy 2.45oz. Heavy cover Bass / Pike / Punching matted weeds $197.73MB 692-1 (IM) 6' 9" 1 6-12lb. 3/16-3/8oz. 0.454 4.5 Fast Medium Light 1.45oz. Small Mepps/ 3”tubes/ small top-water/ light walleye presentations $177.84MB 693-1 (IM) 6' 9" 1 10-20lb. 3/8-1 1/8oz. 0.570 4.5 Fast Medium Heavy 2.02oz. Large Senkos/ 1/2oz. Spinner-baits/ $181.35MB 703-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 8-17lb. 1/4 to 5/8oz. 0.495 4.5 Fast Medium 1.50oz. 1/4-3/8oz range baits/ 4" plastics/ small-medium top-waters $193.05MB 704-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.521 4.5 Fast Medium 1.66oz. 1/4-3/8oz range baits/ 4" plastics/ small-medium top-waters $186.03MB 705-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 10-17lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.561 4.5 Fast Medium Heavy 2.05oz. All purpose Bass/ pitching/ Carolina rig $197.73MB 709-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 14-30lb. 3/8-2oz. 0.573 6.0 Mod-Fast Mag Heavy 2.85oz. Jig & pig/ pitching/ plastics / heavy cover/ matted grass punching $198.90MB 708-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 12-25lb. 3/8-1 1/4oz. 0.585 6.0 Fast Mag Medium 2.50oz. All purpose bass/ jig & pig / plastics /great around heavy cover $202.41MB 714-1 (IM) 7' 1" 1 6-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.585 4.5 Fast Medium Light 2.20oz. 1/4-3/8oz range baits/ 4" plastics/ small-medium top-waters $196.56MB 724-1 (IM) 7' 2" 1 12-25lb. 1/2-1 1/2oz. 0.580 4.5 Fast Medium Heavy 2.26oz. All purpose bass $200.07MB 739-1 (IM) 7' 3" 1 14-30lb. 3/8-2oz. 0.595 6.0 Fast Mag Heavy 2.94oz. Jig & pig/ pitching / plastics / heavy cover/ matted grass punching $204.75MB 767-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 10-20lb. 3/8-1oz. 0.575 6.0 Fast Medium Heavy 3.28oz. Jig & pig/ pitching / plastics / heavy cover/ matted grass punching $212.94MB 795-1 (IM) 7' 9" 1 20-65lb. 1/2-2 1/2oz. 0.625 5.0 Fast Extra Heavy 2.58oz. Flippin’ / pitching / Bass heavy cover / Pike $204.75MB 805-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 8-12lb. 3/8-3/4oz. 0.648 4.5 Ex-Fast Medium Heavy 2.75oz. All purpose Bass/ pitching/ Carolina rig $218.79MB 806-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 10-15lb. 1/2-1oz. 0.653 5.0 Ex-Fast Heavy 2.95oz. All purpose Bass $211.77MB 807-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 10-20lb. 1/2-1 1/4oz. 0.655 5.5 Fast Mag Light 3.00oz. All purpose Bass $219.96MB 808-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 10-25lb. 1/2-1 1/2oz. 0.667 6.0 Fast Mag Medium 3.35oz. Jig & pig/ pitching / plastics / heavy cover/ matted grass punching $225.81MB 809-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 12-30lb. 1/2-2oz. 0.675 6.0 Fast Mag Heavy 3.70oz. Flippin’ / pitching / Bass heavy cover / Pike $230.49

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Swim Bait

2BASS AND FRESHWATER ROD BLANKS

Crank Bait

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Flippin’ Stick

Spin Bass

Drop Shot

Popping

Spin Jig

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSWB 807-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 12-30lb. 1/2-5oz. 0.711 6.0 Mod-Fast Mag Light 4.05oz. Bass swim-bait rod up too 5oz. Baits $251.55SWB 808-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 20-40lb. 1/2-8oz. 0.865 6.0 Mod-Fast Mag Medium 4.12oz. Bass large swim-bait rod up too 8oz. Baits $258.57

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPCB 661-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 8-15lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.449 4.5 Moderate Ultra Light 1.56oz. Small Crankbaits $195.39 CB 701-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 8-15lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.485 5.0 Moderate Ultra Light 1.83oz. Small Crankbaits $209.43CB 704-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 8-20lb. 5/16-5/8oz. 0.481 4.0 Moderate Medium 2.56oz. Medium Crankbaits $219.96 CB 7111-1 (IM) 7' 11" 1 8-15lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.548 5.0 Moderate Ultra Light 2.38oz. Small Crankbaits $230.49

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPFlip 766-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 12-25lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.547 6.0 Mod-Fast Heavy 2.63oz. Light to Medium fl ippin’ presentations $235.17 Flip 767-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 12-20lb. 3/8-3/4oz. 0.529 6.0 Moderate Medium Heavy 2.63oz. Medium fl ippin’ presentations $239.85 Flip 769-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 14-30lb. 3/8-1 1/2oz. 0.551 7.0 Moderate Mag Heavy 2.80oz. Medium-Heavy fl ippin’ presentations/ Alabama rigs $266.76

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSB 540-1 (IM) 5' 4" 1 4-8lb 1/32-1/4oz. 0.377 4.5 Ex-Fast Ultra Light 1.15oz. Trout / Panfi sh/ light jigs & 1-2" plastics $134.55SB 5100-1 (IM) 5' 10" 1 4-8lb. 1/32-1/4oz. 0.405 4.0 Ex-Fast Ultra Light 1.52oz. Trout / Panfi sh/ light jigs & 1-2" plastics $138.06SB 601-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 4-8lb. 1/32-1/4oz. 0.398 4.0 Ex-Fast Ultra Light 1.65oz. Trout / Panfi sh/ light jigs & 1-2" plastics $139.23SB 602-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 6-12lb. 3/16-1/2oz. 0.425 4.5 Fast Light 1.64oz. Small mouth Bass & Walleye fi nesse presentations $141.57SB 603-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.485 5.0 Ex-Fast Medium Light 1.47oz. All purpose fi nesse spinning rod $152.10SB 604-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 10-17lb. 5/16-3/4oz. 0.495 5.0 Fast Medium 1.72oz. All purpose bass spinning $153.27

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPDS 6107-1 (IM) 6' 10" 1 4-8lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.455 4.5 Ex-Fast Mag Light 1.53oz. Light drop shot rod $193.05 DS 760-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 4-10lb. 1/8-3/16oz. 0.515 4.0 Ex-Fast Finesse 1.94oz. Medium light drop shot rod $216.45 DS 761-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 6-10lb. 1/8-5/16oz. 0.548 4.0 Ex-Fast Ultra Light 2.35oz. Medium drop shot rod $219.96

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPP 703-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 6-12lb. 1/4-3/8oz. 0.390 4.5 Fast Medium Light 1.69oz. Inshore popping/ Sea Trout/ smaller Redfi sh $174.33P 704-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.486 4.5 Fast Medium 1.74oz. All purpose inshore popping $180.18

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSJ 543-1 (IM) 5' 4" 1 6-10lb. 1/8-5/16oz. 0.386 5.0 Fast Medium Light 1.31oz. Light vertical jigging/ tight cover wade fi shing $140.40SJ 545-1 (IM) 5' 4" 1 8-15lb. 3/16-1/2oz. 0.446 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 1.35oz. Dock skipping for Bass/ vertical jigs in current for walleye $143.91SJ 603-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 6-10lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.422 4.5 Fast Medium Light 1.66oz. All purpose fi nesse spinning rod $146.25SJ 604-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 6-12lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.487 5.0 Fast Medium 1.46oz. All purpose Bass spinning $150.93SJ 605-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 8-15lb. 3/16-5/8oz. 0.491 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 1.71oz. 4" worms / jig worms/ dock skipping $154.44SJ 606-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 10-17lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.504 5.0 Fast Heavy 1.85oz. Heavy Bass spinning rod $157.95SJ 607-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 12-20lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.501 5.5 Ex-Fast Mag Light 2.08oz. Heavy Bass spinning rod $160.29SJ 705-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 8-15lb. 3/16-5/8oz. 0.563 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 2.31oz. 4" worms / jig worms/ Senkos/ soft jerk-baits $169.65SJ 706-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 10-17lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.583 5.0 Fast Heavy 2.25oz. Heavy Bass spinning rod $174.33SJ 762-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 6-10lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.560 4.5 Ex-Fast Light 2.35oz. Walleye slip bobber / lindy riggin’ rod $181.35SJ 803-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 6-10lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.567 4.5 Ex-Fast Medium Light 2.75oz. All purpose fi nesse spinning rod length adds casting distance $183.69SJ 804-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 6-10lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.661 4.5 Ex-Fast Medium 2.65oz. All purpose Bass spinning rod length adds casting distance $196.56

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Fresh WaterMODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPFW 461-1 (IM) 4' 6" 1 1-4lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.226 4.0 Moderate Ultra Light 0.50oz. Ultra light Trout / Panfi sh/ small twister-tails / small tied jigs $99.45FW 501-1 (IM) 5' 0" 1 1-4lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.267 4.0 Moderate Ultra Light 0.61oz. Ultra light Trout / Panfi sh/ small twister-tails / small tied jigs $105.30FW 561-1 (IM) 5' 6" 1 1-4lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.292 4.0 Moderate Ultra Light 0.79oz. Ultra light Trout / Panfi sh/ small twister-tails / small tied jigs $111.15FW 562-2 (IM) 5' 6" 2 1-4lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.246 4.5 Moderate Light 0.80oz. Ultra light Trout / Panfi sh/ small twister-tails / small tied jigs $156.78FW 601-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 1-4lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.313 4.0 Mod-Fast Ultra Light 1.06oz. Ultra light Trout / Panfi sh/ small twister-tails / small tied jigs $121.68FW 602-1 (IM) 6' 0" 1 1-4lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.333 4.5 Mod-Fast Light 0.94oz. Ultra light Trout / Panfi sh/ small twister-tails / small tied jigs $131.04FW 602-2 (IM) 6' 0" 2 1-4lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.283 4.0 Mod-Fast Light 0.90oz. Ultra light Trout / Panfi sh/ small twister-tails / small tied jigs $157.95FW 661-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 1-4lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.330 3.5 Fast Ultra Light 1.20oz. Ultra light Trout / Panfi sh/ small twister-tails / small tied jigs $135.72FW 662-1 (IM) 6' 6" 1 4-8lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.365 4.5 Fast Light 1.06oz. Stream Small mouth Bass / Crappie / Trout $139.23FW 662-2 (IM) 6' 6" 2 4-8lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.334 4.0 Fast Light 0.97oz. Stream Small mouth Bass / Crappie / Trout $168.48FW 664-2 (IM) 6' 6" 2 4-10lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.366 4.5 Fast Medium 1.37oz. Great 2 piece all purpose Walleye rod $193.05FW 701-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 1-4lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.336 4.0 Fast Ultra Light 1.32oz. Ultra light Trout / Panfi sh / small twister-tails / small tied jigs $191.88FW 702-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 4-8lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.401 4.5 Ex-Fast Light 1.36oz. Stream Small mouth Bass / Crappie / Trout $183.69FW 702-2 (IM) 7' 0" 2 4-8lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.386 4.0 Fast Light 1.30oz. Stream Small mouth Bass / Crappie / Trout $191.88FW 704-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 4-10lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.422 5.0 Fast Medium 1.92oz. Great 2 piece all purpose Walleye rod $182.52FW 901-2 (IM) 9' 0" 2 2-6lb. 1/16-3/8oz. 0.360 4.0 Moderate Ultra Light 1.32oz. Ultra light Trout / Panfi sh / small twister-tails / small tied jigs $232.83


These are the go to Salmon and Steelhead rod blanks for personal use from our guides and pro-staff. The selection of IM-GEN2 Salmon/Steelhead blanks are perfect for providing the best overall experience to any customer seeking rugged performance combined with sensitivity. These blanks draw from the reactiveness of our HM-GEN2 material, while incorporating the ruggedness of our SM. As for feel, it does not matter if you plunk, drift fi sh from shore, or use a boat, knowing what is happening on end of the line is crucial. These blanks have a light and receptive tip applicable for each style of fi shing. Unmatched balance of performance and sensitivity with no trade-offs, these blanks are set to impress.

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SteelHead

2Salmon / Steelhead ROD BLANKS

Salmon

Float

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSt 741-1 (IM) 7' 4" 1 4-8lb. 1/16-3/8oz. 0.579 4.5 Slow Ultra Light 2.38oz. Ultra light Steelhead and Trout $218.79St 7111-1 (IM) 7' 11" 1 4-8lb. 1/16-3/8oz. 0.580 5.0 Slow Ultra Light 2.35oz. Ultra light Steelhead and Trout $228.15St 804-2 (IM) 8' 0" 2 6-12lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.477 5.0 Fast Medium 1.95oz. Glo-bug/ single egg slinky drifter/ small spoons jigs and spinners $209.43St 862-2 (IM) 8' 6" 2 4-8lb. 1/16-3/8oz. 0.434 5.0 Slow Light 2.64oz. Extra Light boon dogger/ side drifter/ small water fl oat rod $209.43St 865-2 (IM) 8' 6" 2 8-17lb. 3/8-1oz. 0.470 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 2.81oz. Medium Heavy all purpose $225.81St 902-2 (IM) 9' 0" 2 6-10lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.443 5.0 Moderate Light 2.73oz. Medium light boon dogger/ side drifter $238.68St 904-2 (IM) 9' 0" 2 8-12lb. 3/8-3/4oz. 0.517 5.0 Fast Medium 2.60oz. Medium boon dogger / side drifter $251.55St 905-2 (IM) 9' 0" 2 8-17lb. 3/8-1oz. 0.495 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 2.78oz. Medium heavy drifter/ 1/2-3/4 oz side drifter $257.40St 960-2 (IM) 9' 6" 2 4-8lb. 1/16-3/8oz. 0.398 4.0 Slow Ultra Light 1.87oz. Extra light boon dogger/ side drifter/ small water fl oat rod $232.83St 961-2 (IM) 9' 6" 2 4-8lb. 1/16-3/8oz. 0.405 4.0 Slow Ultra Light 1.74oz. Extra light boon dogger / side drifter / light fl oats $235.17St 962-2 (IM) 9' 6" 2 6-10lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.408 4.5 Slow Light 2.52oz. Medium light boon dogger/ side drifter $242.19St 964-2 (IM) 9' 6" 2 6-12lb. 3/8-3/4oz. 0.516 5.0 Fast Medium 2.30oz. Extra light boon dogger/ side drifter/ small water fl oat rod $267.93St 1002-2 (IM) 10' 0" 2 6-10lb. 1/16-3/16oz. 0.448 4.0 Moderate Light 2.13oz. Medium light side drifter/ medium light fl oats $251.55St 1065-2 (IM) 10' 6" 2 10-20lb. 3/8-1 1/2oz. 0.594 5.0 Moderate Medium Heavy 3.80oz. Medium heavy fl oat rod $267.93St 1134-2 (IM) 11' 3" 2 6-15lb. 3/8-5/8oz. 0.599 5.5 Slow Medium 3.70oz. Medium fl oat rod $286.65St 1136-2 (IM) 11' 3" 2 8-17lb. 1/2-1 1/4oz. 0.655 6.0 Moderate Medium 4.20oz. Heavy fl oat rod $298.35StN 1162-2 (IM) 11' 6" 2 IGFA 4 (4lb.) 1/16-1/8oz. 0.372 4.0 Slow Light 1.85oz. Light Noodle rod $214.11StN 1163-2 (IM) 11' 6" 2 2-6lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.470 4.5 Slow Medium Light 2.40oz. Medium light noodle rod $223.47StN 1164-2 (IM) 11' 6" 2 4-8lb. 1/8 -1/2oz. 0.470 4.5 Slow Medium 2.40oz. Medium noodle rod $232.83St 1264-2 (IM) 12' 6" 2 8-17lb. 1/2-1 1/2oz. 0.533 5.0 Moderate Medium 3.60oz. Heavy fl oat rod $315.90St 1302-2 (IM) 13' 0" 2 6-10lb. 1/8-1/2oz. 0.488 4.0 Moderate Light 2.81oz. Medium light center pin/ fl oat rod $304.20St 1305-2 (IM) 13' 0" 2 8-17lb. 1/2-1 1/4oz. 0.624 4.5 Moderate Medium Heavy 4.45oz. Heavy fl oat rod $325.26

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSA 905-2 (IM) 9' 0" 2 10-30lb. 1-6oz. 0.612 5.5 Moderate Medium Heavy 3.87oz. Medium Heavy drift/ fl at fi sh/ mooching 1-6 oz $264.42SA 906-2 (IM) 9' 0" 2 10-30lb. 1-6oz. 0.609 6.5 Moderate Heavy 3.87oz. Heavy drift/ fl at fi sh/ mooching 1-6 oz $267.93SA 1064-2 (IM) 10' 6" 2 10-30lb. 2-8oz. 0.565 5.0 Moderate Medium 3.85oz. King Moocher/ bar plunking $281.97SA 1065-2 (IM) 10' 6" 2 10-40lb. 2-8oz. 0.660 5.0 Moderate Medium Heavy 3.85oz. King Moocher/ bar plunking $286.65SA 1235-2 (IM) 12' 3" 2 10-20lb. 1/2-5oz. 0.588 5.5 Ex-Fast Medium Heavy 5.12oz. Medium Heavy Mooching rod $296.01

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPFL 1364-3 (IM) 13' 6" 3 6-12lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.491 5.0 Moderate Medium 3.85oz. Medium fl oat rod $321.75

Back BounceMODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPBB 805-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 12-25lb. 1-6oz. 0.609 5.5 Mod-Fast Medium Heavy 4.57oz. Medium heavy back bouncing $163.80 BB 806-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 12-25lb. 1-6oz. 0.611 6.5 Mod-Fast Heavy 3.70oz. Heavy back bouncing $167.31 BB 806-2 (IM) 8' 0" 2 12-25lb. 1-6oz. 0.615 6.5 Mod-Fast Heavy 3.90oz. Heavy back bouncing $218.79BB 809-1 (IM) 8' 0" 1 17-40lb. 2-8oz. 0.606 5.5 Mod-Fast Mag Heavy 4.40oz. Extra heavy back bouncing $203.58

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2Hot shot / saltwater / FLY ROD BLANKS

Hot Shot

Saltwater

2-Piece Fly

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPHS 701-2 (IM) 7' 0" 2 6-12lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.492 5.0 Ex-Fast Ultra Light 1.80oz. 2 piece light popping rod $193.05HS 720-2 (IM) 7' 2" 2 4-10lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.500 5.0 Ex-Fast Ultra Light 1.70oz. Hot Shot/ 40 or small/ slip bobber/ riggin' rod $214.11HS 760-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 8-15lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.551 4.5 Ex-Fast Mag Medium 2.82oz. Hot Shot/ 40 or small/ slip bobber/ riggin' rod $191.88HS 7600-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 6-12lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.506 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Light 2.02oz. Hot Shot/ 40 or small/ slip bobber/ riggin' rod $186.03HS 760-2 (IM) 7' 6" 2 6-12lb. 1/4-1/2oz. 0.522 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Light 2.00oz. Small plugs (tadpoles,wiggle warts,etc) $201.24HS 761-2 (IM) 7' 6" 2 8-15lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.492 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Medium 1.80oz. Small plugs (tadpoles,wiggle warts,etc) $193.05HS 790-1 (IM) 7' 9" 1 8-15lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.525 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Medium 2.40oz. Hot Shot/ 40 or small/ slip bobber/ riggin' rod $197.73HS 821-1 (IM) 8' 2" 1 10-20lb. 3/8-4oz. 0.594 4.5 Ex-Fast Mag Medium 3.49oz. Small plugs (tadpoles,wiggle warts,etc) $205.92HS 822-1 (IM) 8' 2" 1 12-25lb. 1/2-5oz. 0.622 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Heavy 3.85oz. Small plugs (tadpoles,wiggle warts,etc) $219.96HS 881-2 (IM) 8' 8" 2 10-20lb. 3/8-4oz. 0.634 5.0 Ex-Fast Ultra Light 3.45oz. Small plugs (tadpoles,wiggle warts,etc) $226.98HS 882-2 (IM) 8' 8" 2 20-40lb. 1-6oz. 0.660 5.0 Ex-Fast Medium Heavy 3.85oz. Small plugs (tadpoles,wiggle warts,etc)/ fl at fi sh/ dredger $232.83HS 885-2 (IM) 8' 8" 2 12-25lb. 1/2-5oz. 0.643 5.5 Ex-Fast Medium Light 3.80oz. Heavy dredging/ heavy boon dogger/ heavy fl at fi sh $242.19

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSW 703-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 8-14lb. 3/8-1 1/2oz. 0.470 4.0 Fast Medium Light 1.90oz. Live Bait/ top water/ twitch baits/ popping corks $190.71SW 704-1 (IM) 7' 0" 1 10-20lb. 3/8-2 1/3oz. 0.520 4.5 Fast Medium 2.60oz. Jerk Baits/ pitching/ popping cork/ swim-baits $195.39SW 708-2 (IM) 7' 0" 2 12-25lb. 1/2-3oz. 0.770 8.0 Moderate Mag Medium 3.32oz. Divers/ fl ippin'/ jerk baits/ live baits/ swim-baits $214.11SW 764-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 10-20lb. 3/8-2 1/4oz. 0.578 6.0 Moderate Medium 3.04oz. Divers/ fl ippin'/ jerk baits/ live baits/ swim-baits $211.77SW 765-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 12-25lb. 1/2-3oz. 0.596 7.0 Moderate Medium Heavy 4.00oz. Divers/ fl ippin'/ jerk baits/ live baits/ swim-baits $216.45SW 767-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 15-30lb. 1-2 3/4oz. 0.683 6.5 Moderate Mag Light 3.80oz. All purpose salt water/ Cobia/ Tarpon/ Barracuda $221.13SW 768-1 (IM) 7' 6" 1 12-25lb. 1/2-3oz. 0.811 6.5 Moderate Mag Medium 3.99oz. Divers/ fl ippin'/ jerk baits/ live baits/ swim-baits $226.98

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPF 803-2 (IM) 8' 0" 2 3wt. 0.312 4.0 0.90oz. Trout/ Panfi sh dry fl ies and small nymphs/ short to medium length casts $157.95F 804-2 (IM) 8' 0" 2 4wt. 0.316 4.0 0.95oz. Trout/ Panfi sh dry fl ies and small nymphs/ short to medium length casts $173.16F 864-2 (IM) 8' 6" 2 4wt. 0.314 4.0 1.38oz. Trout/ Panfi sh dry fl ies and small nymphs/ short to medium length casts $163.80 F 904-2 (IM) 9' 0" 2 4wt. 0.368 4.0 1.30oz. Trout/ Panfi sh dry fl ies and small nymphs/ short to medium length casts $169.65F 905-2 (IM) 9' 0" 2 5wt. 0.367 4.5 1.63oz. Trout/ Panfi sh dry fl ies and small nymphs/ short to medium length casts $173.16F 906-2 (IM) 9' 0" 2 6wt. 0.364 4.5 1.70oz. Trout/ Panfi sh dry fl ies and small nymphs/ short to medium length casts $175.50 F 908-2 (IM) 9' 0" 2 8wt. 0.366 4.5 1.90oz. Large Mouth Bass/ Bonefi sh/ Redfi sh $193.05F 967-2 (IM) 9' 6" 2 7wt. 0.374 4.5 2.10oz. Small Mouth Bass/ Bonefi sh/ Large Trout $188.37F 968-2 (IM) 9' 6" 2 8wt. 0.380 4.5 2.41oz. Large Mouth Bass/ Bonefi sh/ Redfi sh $197.73

4-Piece FlyMODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPF 803-4F (IM) 8'0" 4 3 wt .290" 4.0 Fast 1.05oz Small stream, spring creek,Trout / Panfi sh short to medium casts $256.23F 803-4M (IM) 8'0" 4 3 wt .303" 4.0 Mod Fast 1.05oz Small stream, spring creek,Trout / Panfi sh short to medium casts $256.23F 864-4F (IM) 8'6" 4 4 wt .304" 3.5 Fast 1.30oz. Trout / Panfi sh dry fl ies and small nymphs / short to medium casts $264.42F 864-4M (IM) 8'6" 4 4 wt .311" 3.5 Mod Fast 1.40oz. Trout / Panfi sh dry fl ies and small nymphs / short to medium casts $264.42F 905-4F (IM) 9'0" 4 5 wt .355" 4.0 Fast 1.55oz. Trout / Panfi sh dry fl ies and small nymphs / short to medium long casts $270.27F 905-4M (IM) 9'0" 4 5 wt .361" 4.0 Mod Fast 1.55oz. Trout / Panfi sh dry fl ies and small nymphs / short to medium long casts $270.27F 906-4F (IM) 9'0" 4 6 wt .367" 4.0 Fast 1.65oz. Trout / Panfi sh / Small Bass dry fl ies and small nymphs / short to medium long casts $276.12F 906-4M (IM) 9'0" 4 6 wt .364" 4.0 Mod Fast 1.65oz. Trout / Panfi sh / Small Bass dry fl ies and small nymphs / short to medium long casts $276.12F 967-4F (IM) 9'6" 4 7 wt .380" 4.0 Fast 2.14oz. Steelhead / Smallmouth bass / Bonefi sh / Redfi sh $329.94F 968-4F (IM) 9'6" 4 8 wt .387" 4.0 Fast 2.25oz Steelhead / Largemouth bass / Bonefi sh / Redfi sh $335.79

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You are an avid fi sherman seeking a blank that will enhance your fi shing experience, yet last for years of use. Meet our SM-GEN2 material. Anything but standard, this aerospace grade fi ber with a proprietary resin system is made to perform in the harshest of environments. Other manufacturers may claim to have rod blanks as tough as our SM-GEN2, but none are as light and responsive. The NFC SM-GEN2 rod blank is class leading while retaining lightness and are responsive by design. By incorporating GEN2, you will experience less fatigue at the end of the day. This will increase casting range, and control for better accuracy. These rods are undoubtedly the best performance value on the market.

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Mag Bass

2Bass and Freshwater ROD BLANKS

Crank Bait

Flippin’

Spin Bass

Spin Jig

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPMB 661-1 (SM) 6' 6" 1 2-6lb. 1/32-3/16oz. 0.452 4.5 Fast Ultra Light 1.90oz. Small mouth Bass fi nesse/ light line $127.53MB 662-1 (SM) 6' 6" 1 4-8lb. 1/16-1/8oz. 0.480 5.0 Fast Light 2.05oz. Small mouth Bass fi nesse/ light line $128.70MB 663-1 (SM) 6' 6" 1 4-10lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.517 6.0 Fast Medium Light 2.36oz. Finesse/ tubes/ stick-baits/ small crankbaits/ spy baits $131.04MB 664-1 (SM) 6' 6" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.536 5.0 Fast Medium 1.80oz. Senkos/ top-water/ 1/4-3/8 crankbaits/ all purpose light Bass $132.21MB 665-1 (SM) 6' 6" 1 10-17lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.541 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 2.14oz. All purpose bass/ jig & pig/ plastic worms/ light pitching $133.38MB 666-1 (SM) 6' 6" 1 12-20lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.544 5.5 Fast Heavy 2.18oz. Jig & pig/ pitching plastics in around heavy cover $136.89MB 668-1 (SM) 6' 6" 1 12-25lb. 3/8-1 1/4oz. 0.545 6.0 Fast Mag Medium 2.52oz. Heavy duty pitching/ worming rod/ heavy cover/ Pike $141.57MB 669-1 (SM) 6' 6" 1 14-30lb. 3/8-2oz. 0.539 6.5 Mod-Fast Mag Heavy 2.68oz. Punchin' rod/ Hydrilla and grass $145.08MB 705-1 (SM) 7' 0" 1 10-17lb. 1/4-3/4oz. 0.572 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 2.29oz. All purpose Bass/ jig & pig/ plastic worms/ light pitching/ Carolina rig $145.08MB 709-1 (SM) 7' 0" 1 14-30lb. 3/8-2oz. 0.585 6.5 Mod-Fast Mag Heavy 3.02oz. Jig & Pig/ pitching plastics in around heavy cover/ Pike $160.29MB 739-1 (SM) 7' 3" 1 14-30lb. 3/8-2oz. 0.594 6.5 Fast Mag Heavy 3.19oz. Jig & Pig/ pitching plastics in around heavy cover/ Pike $166.14

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPCB 661-1 (SM) 6' 6" 1 8-15lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.452 4.5 Moderate Ultra Light 1.73oz. Small crankbaits and top-waters. $115.83 CB 701-1 (SM) 7' 0" 1 8-15lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.486 4.5 Moderate Ultra Light 2.00oz. Small crankbaits and top-waters. $126.36 CB 704-1 (SM) 7' 0" 1 8-20lb. 5/16-5/8oz. 0.533 5.0 Moderate Medium 2.99oz. Large crankbaits and top-waters/ medium deep divers $134.55 CB 7111-1 (SM) 7' 11" 1 8-15lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.547 4.5 Moderate Ultra Light 2.59oz. Small crankbaits and top-waters. $142.74

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPFlip 766-1 (SM) 7' 6" 1 12-25lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.560 6.5 Mod-Fast Medium 2.90oz. Jig & Pig/ pitching plastics in around heavy cover/ Carolina rig $163.80Flip 769-1 (SM) 7' 6" 1 15-30lb. 3/8-1 1/2oz. 0.550 7.0 Moderate Heavy 3.02oz. Jig & Pig/ pitching plastics in around heavy cover/ Pike $174.33

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSB 5100-1 (SM) 5' 10" 1 4-8lb. 1/32-1/4oz. 0.421 4.5 Ex-Fast Mag/Light 1.75oz. Small mouth Bass fi nesse/ light line $100.62SB 602-1 (SM) 6' 0" 1 6-12lb. 3/16-1/2oz. 0.438 4.5 Fast Light 1.83oz. Bass fi nesse/ tubes/ twin tail grubs $107.64SB 603-1 (SM) 6' 0" 1 8-14lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.498 5.5 Ex-Fast Medium Light 1.59oz. All purpose Bass $113.49SB 604-1 (SM) 6' 0" 1 10-17lb. 5/16-3/4oz. 0.515 5.0 Fast Medium 1.94oz. Soft Plastics with spinning rod $114.66

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSJ 481-1 (SM) 4' 8" 1 2-6lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.324 4.5 Fast Ultra Light 0.80oz. Trout/ Panfi sh/ light tubes/ crappie tubes $85.41SJ 541-1 (SM) 5' 4" 1 2-6lb. 1/32-1/8oz. 0.355 4.5 Fast Ultra Light 1.10oz. Trout/ Panfi sh/ light tubes/ crappie tubes $98.28SJ 543-1 (SM) 5' 4" 1 6-10lb. 1/8-5/16oz. 0.386 4.5 Fast Medium Light 1.43oz. Light vertical Jigging/ Walleye/ small mouth Spin $111.79SJ 545-1 (SM) 5' 4" 1 8-15lb. 3/16-1/2oz. 0.441 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 1.44oz. Heavy Vertical Jig/ Walleye/ dock skipping Bass $117.00SJ 603-1 (SM) 6' 0" 1 6-10lb. 1/16-5/16oz. 0.426 4.5 Fast Medium Light 1.78oz. All purpose small mouth fi nesse/ Walleye jigs $121.68SJ 604-1 (SM) 6' 0" 1 6-12lb. 1/8-3/8oz. 0.493 5.0 Fast Medium 1.57oz. All Bass/ spin/ fi nesse $112.32SJ 605-1 (SM) 6' 0" 1 8-15lb. 3/16-5/8oz. 0.496 5.0 Fast Medium Heavy 1.83oz. Heavy vertical jig/ Walleye/ dock skipping Bass/ 4” Worms $113.49SJ 606-1 (SM) 6' 0" 1 10-17lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.498 4.5 Fast Heavy 1.99oz. Heavy vertical jig/ Walleye/ dock skipping Bass/ 4” Worms $114.66SJ 607-1 (SM) 6' 0" 1 12-20lb. 1/4-1oz. 0.502 5.5 Ex-Fast Mag Light 2.24oz. Heavy vertical jig/ Walleye/ dock skipping Bass/ 4” Worms $115.83SJ 705-1 (SM) 7' 0" 1 8-15lb. 3/16-5/8oz. 0.571 5.5 Fast Medium Heavy 2.52oz. Heavy vertical jig/ Walleye/ dock skipping Bass/ 4” Worms $145.08

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FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS• GEN2 Graphite• Evolution of Gary Loomis Designs• Standard Modulus• Great Performance with Durability• Entry Into Performance minded rod blanks• Latest in Modern Blank Design• U.S.A. Hand Crafted• Natural Flat Finish• Limited Lifetime Warranty


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Our Salmon, Steelhead and Saltwater blanks in standard modulus SM-GEN2 graphite were designed for anyone who wants a great-performing, smooth casting blank, at an affordable price. Light, forgiving and strong, these rod blanks are perfect for your fi rst step into high performance fi shing. These are NFC’s pride and joy and often take fi rst place when you want additional reassurance. With the SM-GEN2, NFC plans for every fi shing scenario. You, as the customer, plan to hang one pound of lead in a fast current water on a rod that has a sensitive tip for salmon mooching, we know what is required in any fi shing environment.

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FEATURED HIGHLIGHTS• GEN2 Graphite• Evolution of Gary Loomis Designs• Standard Modulus• Great Performance with Durability• Entry Into Performance minded rod blanks• Latest in Modern Blank Design• U.S.A. Hand Crafted• Natural Flat Finish• Limited Lifetime Warranty


Salmon

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Hot Shot

Saltwater

Surf

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSA 905-2 (SM) 9' 0" 2 10-30lb. 1-6oz. 0.599 6.0 Moderate Medium Heavy 4.20oz. Canadian style mooching/ medium heavy downrigger $217.62SA 9115-2 (SM) 9' 11" 2 10-30lb. 1-6oz. 0.620 5.5 Moderate Medium Heavy 4.09oz. Canadian style mooching/ medium heavy downrigger $223.47SA 1064-2 (SM) 10' 6" 2 10-30lb. 2-8oz. 0.580 5.5 Moderate Medium 4.27oz. Canadian style mooching/ medium heavy downrigger $228.15SA 1065-2 (SM) 10' 6" 2 10-40lb. 2-8oz. 0.636 5.0 Moderate Medium Heavy 4.34oz. Canadian style mooching/ heavy downrigger $230.49

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPHS 768-1 (SM) 7' 6" 1 8-15lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.531 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Medium 2.46oz. Hot shot rod size 40 or smaller/ spoons/ Walleye slip bobber $127.53HS 798-1 (SM) 7' 9" 1 8-15lb. 1/4-5/8oz. 0.562 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Medium 2.84oz. Hot shot rod size 40 or smaller/ spoons/ Walleye slip bobber $133.38HS 828-1 (SM) 8' 2" 1 10-20lb. 3/8-4oz. 0.596 5.0 Ex-Fast Mag Medium 3.70oz. Flatfi sh/ large plugs/ mag. wiggle warts $152.10

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSW 768-1 (SM) 7' 6" 1 12-25lb. 1/2-3oz. 0.811 6.5 Moderate Mag Medium 3.99oz. All purpose Saltwater/ Cobia/ Tarpon/ Barracuda $182.52

MODEL LENGTH PCS. LINE WT. LURE WT. BUTT DIA TIP TOP ACTION POWER BLANK WT APPLICATION MSRPSU 1244-2 (SM) 12' 4" 2 17-40lb. 4-12oz. 0.886 7.5 Fast Medium 7.70oz. All purpose surf $321.75


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