Perry Mack
Favorite Fishing Summit Casting Rod
Favorite Fishing Summit Casting Rod
Launched in the USA at iCast 2016, it’s actually a ten-year-old company that has been available in 26 other countries around the world. Summit is the top of the model line up with titanium guide frames holding Fuji’s Torzite ceramic liners, which are reportedly thinner, lighter, and more durable than SiC. High modulus fibres form the graphite blank ending in the grip, which is an integrated part of the blank.
Get it in three sizes from 6’2 to 7’2”, line weights of 10-20 oz, medium to medium/heavy power and med to fast action.
MSRP: $350 USD - Favoriteusa.com
Lamiglas G1000 Pro Casting Rods
Lamiglas G1000 Pro Casting
The G1000 Pro series is the melding of two classic Lamiglas series - the Certified Pro and G1000 models were condensed into the new G1000 Pro, now offered in a variety of both spinning and castings roads
American made graphite is used for these salmon/steelhead rods featuring a cork-handle design and double locking reel seats. Lamiglas says they are ‘attractive’ but you be the judge.
Nine models are available in moderate fast to fast action, line weights 6 to 30#, medium to extra-heavy power, in 2 piece lengths of 8’6” to 10’6” with the 8’ being the only 1 piece.
MSRP: $350 USD - Lamiglas.com
G Loomis GLX Casting Rods
G Loomis GLX Casting Rods
The completely redesigned GLX casting rods from iconic rod builder G. Loomis are created with blanks up to 20 percent lighter than previous incarnations, creating the lightest and most sensitive rods they make. Improved cork handle ergonomics, and even better balance make fishing all day with this Worm & Jig casting series even more enjoyable. Guides are Fuji K titanium SiC. Available in a 20 models from 6’8” to 7’5” long, line weights of 10 to 25, medium to extra-heavy power and fast to extra-fast action.
MSRP: $410-$465 USD - Gloomis.com