Balzer Shirasu Street IM-8 Perch Solid Tip Spinning Rod 2.3m 4–20g Stiff

Balzer Shirasu Street IM-8 Perch Solid Tip — Finesse Spinning Rod for Precise Predator Control

A well-balanced, lightweight spinning rod built for street fishing (urban and mobile light-lure angling) with finesse rigs, targeting perch, pike-perch, and other predators. Excellent value matched by quality components throughout.

Sensitive Solid Tip for Instant Bite Detection

The solid carbon tip transmits the faintest takes directly to your hand and eye, reducing resistance when a fish inhales the lure. Drop-shot, Carolina rig, and Texas rig presentations all benefit from this tactile and visual feedback, letting you strike at exactly the right moment.

High-Modulus IM-8 Carbon Blank with Pro-Guide Fittings

The stiff, fast-action blank is constructed from woven IM-8 high-modulus carbon, keeping rod weight to just 130 g while maintaining the backbone needed to work light finesse lures accurately. Titanium SIC (Silicon Carbide) guides arranged to a Pro-Guide concept minimise friction and protect braided lines, while the precision reel seat and ergonomic Duplon grip handles ensure a secure, comfortable hold during long sessions.

Choose the Right Variant

This matrix is currently offered in a single configuration. Select it when you need a versatile finesse rod across its full application range.

• Balzer Shirasu Street IM-8 Perch Solid Tip 230 cm 4–20 g — 2-piece, 130 g, Fast action, Duplon handles, Titanium SIC guides; suited to perch, pike-perch and light predator work with drop-shot, Carolina and Texas rigs in urban canals, rivers and still waters

Facts

• Rod length: 230 cm

• Casting weight: 4–20 g

• Rod weight: 130 g

• Number of sections: 2

• Transport length: 121 cm

• Blank material: IM-8 high-modulus carbon (woven)

• Rod action: Fast

• Guide type: Titanium SIC, Pro-Guide concept

• Handle material: Duplon

• Hook keeper included