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Controlled fishing with large swimbaits for pike
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| Name | ALPHA SG8 Swimbait 2.51m 56-220g 2P C |
| EAN | 0840004200811 |
| MPN | 1601707 |
| Brand | Savage Gear |
| Rod Length | 2.51m |
| Casting Weight | 56-220g |
| Number of Sections | 2pc |
| Rod Action | Fast |
| Rod Weight | 275g |
| Material | 46T Toray + Nano400 T1100G carbon |
| Handle Type | Duragrip STC |
| Reel Seat Type | Fuji |
| Guide Material | SiC |
| Number of Guides | 10 |
| Transport length | 129cm |
| Rod power | Extra Extra Heavy |
| Guide type | Fuji K SiC |
| Blank technology | 4X Wrap V2 |
| Blank recovery technology | Reset Accelerator Technology |
| Included rod bag | Competition Ready-to-fish neoprene rod bag |
| Colour | Black/Silver |
| Water type | Freshwater |
Choose the 2.29 m Extra Heavy rod for lures within 36–130 g, or the 2.51 m Extra Extra Heavy rod for 56–220 g. The shorter version weighs 240 g rather than 275 g and is more compact to handle on a boat, while the longer version covers heavier lures.
These are baitcasting rods for freshwater pike fishing with large swimbaits and other big baits, fitted with a Fuji reel seat. Choose a baitcasting reel setup, not a fixed-spool spinning setup, and select the rod version by the weight of your intended lures.
Both rods have a fast action with a slightly softer tip and a powerful backbone. This combination supports lure control and firm hooksets while retaining a forgiving response, and Reset Accelerator Technology helps the blank recover quickly after loading.
Both rods separate into two sections and include a Competition Ready-to-fish neoprene rod bag. Allow 118 cm of transport length for the 2.29 m rod or 129 cm for the 2.51 m rod when checking your vehicle or rod storage.
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The Savage Gear Alpha SG8 Swimbait casting rods are designed for freshwater pike fishing with large swimbaits and other big baits. Their fast action combines a slightly softer tip with a powerful backbone for casting, working heavy lures and setting the hook. The balanced, lightweight blanks are responsive yet forgiving, helping you control the lure and detect subtle contacts during long sessions. Both versions suit boat fishing, with the shorter model offering more compact handling where space is limited.
The 2.29 m, 36–130 g version has Extra Heavy power, weighs 240 g and carries 9 guides including the tip. Choose it for the lower part of the family's lure-weight range or when you want the shorter, lighter rod for working from a boat.
The 2.51 m, 56–220 g version has Extra Extra Heavy power, weighs 275 g and carries 10 guides including the tip. It accommodates heavier swimbaits up to 220 g, at the cost of greater rod weight and a longer packed length. Match your intended lure weights to each rod's stated range rather than choosing by length alone.
Japanese Torayca carbon blanks use 46T Toray + Nano400 T1100G material and 4X Wrap V2 carbon technology. Reset Accelerator Technology supports very fast blank recovery after loading, helping maintain controlled lure movements. Duragrip STC handles provide a secure, comfortable hold while casting and retrieving heavy baits.
These rods are intended for baitcasting reels and feature a Fuji reel seat and Fuji K SiC guides for reel mounting and line guidance. Both have a Black/Silver finish and a two-section construction. Transport length is 118 cm for the 2.29 m version and 129 cm for the 2.51 m version, so check the packed length against your storage space. A Competition Ready-to-fish neoprene rod bag is included with each rod.
