Abu Garcia Beast X2 Casting Rod 822 Extreme 2.49m 100–280g Moderate Fast

Abu Garcia Beast X 822 Extreme — Built for Big Pike

The Beast X 822 Extreme casting rod delivers the backbone and reliability you need to cast heavy lures and land trophy pike, while staying surprisingly light in your hands.

Extreme Power Without the Weight Penalty

This rod handles 100–280 g lures with confidence, yet weighs just 295 g thanks to its fast-taper 30T carbon blank. The 2.49 m length provides excellent casting distance and leverage during the fight, while the moderate fast action loads deep on the cast and cushions sudden head shakes. You get the power to move big fish without the fatigue of traditional heavy-duty pike rods.

Anti-Tangle Guides and Ergonomic Design

Seaguide XOG stainless steel guides prevent line tangles during aggressive casts, and the 11-guide configuration distributes load evenly across the blank. The KCS-type reel seat locks your reel securely in place, and high-density EVA grips provide all-day comfort even in wet conditions. A built-in hook keeper keeps your lure safe between spots.

Choose the Right Variant

The Beast X casting series offers rods for every pike fishing scenario:

• 7011 MH (20–70 g, 2.13 m, extra fast) — Lighter lures, smaller waters, fast presentations

• 7411 HP (40–120 g, 2.23 m, extra fast) — Medium-heavy jerkbaits and swimbaits, precise casting

• 7611 H (30–90 g, 2.29 m, extra fast) — Standard pike lures, versatile all-rounder

• 802 HP (40–110 g, 2.44 m, fast) — Medium-weight lures, open water casting

• 842 XHP (40–140 g, 2.54 m, fast) — Heavy jerkbaits and big swimbaits

• 802 XXH (50–180 g, 2.44 m, moderate fast) — Extra-heavy lures, trophy pike

• 822 Extreme (100–280 g, 2.49 m, moderate fast) — Giant swimbaits and big baits, maximum power

• 862 XXHP (60–230 g, 2.59 m, moderate fast) — Long-range casting with heavy lures

Facts

• Rod length: 2.49 m

• Transport length: 136 cm

• Casting weight: 100–280 g

• Rod weight: 295 g

• Action: Moderate fast

• Pieces: 2

• Guides: 11 (Seaguide XOG stainless steel)

• Blank: 30T carbon, fast taper

• Handle: High-density EVA

• Reel seat: KCS-type

• Hook keeper included