In the box
What comes with it
- Dennett Extreme kayak rod
6ft, 2 pieces, in a cloth bag - Zebco Zcast FD reel
Front drag, 5 ball bearings - Spare spool
Not included: Fishing line, rigs and bait.
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A closer look
Details
About this product
A matched kayak setup. The Dennett Extreme is a short, robust 6ft (1.8m) rod with a powerful composite blank, made to help you control fish and guide them around the bow of the kayak. Its solid glass clear tip gives clear bite indication and stays flexible and forgiving.
The Zebco Zcast FD reel has a pleasant gear action and a slender design, with five ball bearings, continuous anti-reverse, a front drag, an aluminium spool and a spare spool.
Control close to the kayakThe short, powerful rod helps you steer fish around the bow.
Two spoolsLoad the spare with a different line, or keep it as a backup.
Easy to carryThe rod breaks down to 96cm and comes in a cloth bag.
Specifications
The details
BrandZebco
Product typeKayak rod and reel combo
RodDennett Extreme, 6ft (1.8m), 2 pieces, collapsed length 96cm
Rod ratingsLine 8-14lb, action 4-15lb
Rod buildComposite, solid glass clear tip, EVA handle
ReelZebco Zcast FD, front drag, 5 ball bearings
Reel details5.1:1 gear ratio, 72cm retrieve, 11lb drag, 289g
Reel featuresFolding handle, non-twist line roller, aluminium spool plus a spare
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How to use
Fishing in three steps
1Load the line
Spool the reel with line within the rod's 8-14lb rating.
2Set the drag
Adjust the front drag so a running fish can take line without snapping it.
3Steer fish round the bow
Use the short rod to guide a hooked fish around the kayak.
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FAQs
Questions before you buy
Do I need safety kit for kayak fishing?
Yes. Always wear a buoyancy aid on the water, and check the weather and tides before you go out.
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