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Daiwa Beefstick Surf Rod, 2-Piece, 17-40 lb Line Weight

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Item weight
0.5 Kilograms
Product dimensions
73.23 x 1.57 x 1.57 inches

Quick take

A two-piece medium-power surf rod with fast action for casting from the beach to striped bass and other saltwater species.

The Daiwa Beefstick BSS1202MHS is a 12 ft two-piece surf spinning rod with a medium-heavy power and a fast action. The long blank helps you launch baits past the breakers from the beach, and the EVA foam handle gives a comfortable two-handed grip. It suits surf anglers who want a rod for casting bait or lures into the waves with 17 to 40 lb line.

Best for

  • Casting from ocean beach into the first break
  • Striped bass and larger redfish over sandbars
  • Anglers who want a portable 2-piece rod for easier travel

Skip if

  • Inshore fishing in shallow bays where a lighter rod works better
  • Wading in marshes; the surf taper is too fast

Strengths

  • Two pieces break down for compact storage or air travel
  • Fast action gives feedback on bottom and lure action
  • EVA foam grip stays comfortable when wet with salt spray

Trade-offs

  • The two-piece construction adds a joint that can collect sand
  • Fast action is stiffer; large fish hooks can tear free if the rod bends
  • At 17-40 lb range, it is not ideal for ultralight or very heavy tackle

Fishing fit

Species
  • Striped bass
  • Surf species
Water
  • Saltwater
Techniques
  • Surf fishing
  • Casting
Skill level
  • Intermediate

Specifications

Specifications
Typesurf rod
Sections2
PowerMedium
ActionFast
Line weight17-40 lb
ModelBSS1202MHS

Facts

This version's specifications
Rod length12 ft
Rod powerMedium heavy

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