Madcat Full Force Vertical Spinning Rod 165 75–175g Medium Fast

Madcat Full Force Vertical Rod 165 — Built for Vertical Catfish Jigging

This compact, powerful 1.65 m solid carbon rod is purpose-built for vertical jigging on catfish, whether you're fishing from a standard boat or belly boat. The short length keeps you close to your fish finder transducer and tight to your target zone.

Maximum Control in Pelagic Water

The 167 cm transport length and short rear grip deliver exceptional maneuverability when working bait fish or clonk teasers in open water. You'll position the rod precisely over suspended catfish while maintaining full control during the fight. The 30TC solid carbon blank combines sensitivity to detect subtle takes with the backbone to lift 23 kg straight up from depth.

Premium Components for Reliable Performance

The original Fuji DPS reel seat with double-locking mechanism keeps your reel secure during aggressive vertical presentations. Seaguide XEG guides and a reinforced double-stone tip guide handle heavy braid and provide smooth line flow when dropping baits to depth or pumping fish toward the surface. At 292 g, the rod stays light enough for all-day vertical work without fatigue.

Choose the Right Variant

The Full Force Vertical series is designed specifically for boat-based catfish jigging:

• 165 cm | 75–175 g | Medium Fast — this model; ideal for vertical presentations with medium to heavy jigs, dead bait rigs, and clonk teasers in depths from 5–20+ m; suits pelagic catfish hunting and precise boat-side techniques

Facts

• Length: 1.65 m (165 cm)

• Sections: 1 piece

• Transport length: 167 cm

• Casting weight: 75–175 g

• Action: Medium Fast

• Power: Medium Heavy

• Rod weight: 292 g

• Blank: 30TC solid carbon

• Guides: 7 (including tip), Seaguide XEG

• Tip guide: Double-stone reinforced

• Reel seat: Fuji DPS (double-locked)

• Handle: Full grip, shrink tube EVA

• Butt: EVA

• Lifting power: 23 kg

• Color: Titanium