The North Coast Series is a specialized lineup designed to handle the unique demands of river and big-water salmonid fishing. With 14 different models, this series provides the specific tapers required for techniques ranging from back-trolling and "hot-shotting" to drifting and plunking. By utilizing a high-modulus IM7 blank, Daiwa has created a rod that is sensitive enough to detect a subtle steelhead "tick" but powerful enough to turn a charging Chinook.

Key Performance Features

• IM7 Graphite Blank: This high-grade graphite provides a "crisp" action with a significant reduction in weight. IM7 is known for its high tensile strength, giving you a rod that can handle the massive "head-shakes" and powerful runs characteristic of salmon and steelhead without losing its shape.
• Fluorescent Orange Tip Top: This is a "visual-strike" feature. The bright orange paint on the tip guide acts as a high-visibility indicator, allowing you to see the rod tip "load" or "flutter" even in low-light conditions or against a dark water background.
• Titanium Oxide Ring Guides: These guides are incredibly lightweight and durable. The titanium oxide coating provides a low-friction surface that prevents line-wear and allows for smooth, long-distance casts critical when you need to reach a distant seam in the river.
• Quality Natural Cork Handle: A staple for Northwest-style fishing, the natural cork provides a comfortable, warm-to-the-touch grip that maintains its "tackiness" even when wet or covered in fish slime.
• Length and Portability: With models ranging from 7'6" to 10'6", you can choose a shorter rod for tight-quarter boat work or a longer "spey-style" conventional rod for maximum line control. The availability of 2-piece models makes these rods easy to transport to remote river access points.