The Daiwa Saltist 229 60lbs Fishing Set is a specialized fishing kit designed for lure fishing, particularly suited for hunting applications. This set comprises the Saltist 762XH rod and the Black Gold MQ 10000H reel, both engineered to deliver exceptional performance in demanding fishing environments.
- Rod:
- Blank Construction: High Volume Fiber (HVF) carbon blank reinforced with x45 technology and Braiding-X carbon at the butt section, enhancing strength and sensitivity.
- Joint Design: "Off Set" joint where the tip fits into the butt, providing a seamless transition and improved power transfer.
- Guides: Fuji-K anti-tangle guides with triplet Alconite underwraps, including an inverted Fuji MN guide, reducing line tangling and ensuring smooth line flow.
- Reel Seat: Fuji DPS 22 reel seat equipped with an additional Fuji Backstop locking ring, ensuring a secure attachment of the reel.
- Action and Power: Progressive action with a responsive blank for casting, offering a power reserve in the butt section suitable for handling 50/60lbs fishing.
- Reel:
- Drag System: Advanced Tournament Drag (ATD) technology with carbon discs, providing smooth and consistent drag performance.
- Bearings: 6 ball bearings plus 1 roller bearing, ensuring fluid operation.
- Body and Rotor: Aluminum body combined with a DS5 polycarbonate Air Rotor, offering durability and reduced weight.
- Spool: Aluminum spool with cross winding, enhancing line lay and reducing line twist.
- Gear System: Tough Digigear II, a digitally designed, machine-cut gearing system that ensures ultimate gear precision, rotational smoothness, and strength.
- Magsealed Main Shaft: Provides exceptional durability and protection against the elements.
- Air Bail: Hollow tubular stainless steel bail that delivers maximum rigidity and strength with minimum weight.
- Retrieve Ratio: 5.7:1, offering a balanced retrieve speed.
- Line Capacity: Mono: 20/330, 25/280; Braid: 50/330, 65/280.
- Weight: 22.4 ounces (635 grams).
- Max Drag: 33.1 pounds (15 kg).
Technical Specifications:
- Rod:
- Length: 229 cm
- Power: 50/130g
- Sections: 1+1
- Number of Guides: 7
- Transport Length: 173 cm
- Reel:
- Gear Ratio: 5.7:1
- Retrieve per Crank: 117 cm
- Weight: 645 grams
- Line Capacity: Mono: 20/330, 25/280; Braid: 50/330, 65/280
- Max Drag: 15 kg
Materials:
- Rod: High Volume Fiber (HVF) carbon blank, Fuji-K anti-tangle guides, Fuji DPS 22 reel seat.
- Reel: Aluminum body, DS5 polycarbonate Air Rotor, aluminum spool, carbon drag washers.
Compatibility Information:
The Saltist 762XH rod is designed to handle lures weighing between 50 to 130 grams, making it suitable for various saltwater fishing applications. The Black Gold MQ 10000H reel's line capacity and drag system are optimized for handling large saltwater species, ensuring a reliable setup for demanding fishing conditions.
