This latest version of the Grappler Type C has a 3 piece construction for easy transport. With a medium fast action, these long range top water lure rods feature a soft tip for extreme distance and a sturdy backbone that provides unbelievable fighting power against tuna, GT and other hard fighting offshore game species.
If you are looking for a shorter travel length than can be found in more traditional 2-piece versions, the Grappler Type C 3-piece is the perfect high-end, long range top water stickbait and popper rod. In keeping with the Grappler name, these rods are fighting tools without equal. Lean into a fish and you’ll feel the power increase throughout the complete rod, in an almost parabolic way, applying remarkable pulling power and enhancing your performance and enjoyment to new heights.
Grappler Type C 3-piece rods are built from blanks utilizing Shimano’s latest Spiral-X Core in addition to Hi-Power X technology. This produces superb blank stability when long range casting with heavy lures and also when playing fish under extreme pressure. There are two rods in the range, designed for use with larger stickbaits and poppers over 100g, making them perfect for large tuna and the largest GT, where their amazing fish-playing performance really comes into its own. Fitted with Fuji Alconite MN guides for excellent line management when using the latest braided mail lines and an ultra strong Fuji DPS reel seat which has an additional locking nut for the ultimate in security. Both models are fitted with a reverse taper EVA handle.