Westin W8 Powerstrike-T 2nd Casting Rod 2.4m 60

Westin W8 Powerstrike-T 2nd Casting Rod 2.4m 60–180g — Extra-Heavy Power for Big Pike

Built for hardcore pike anglers who mean business, the Westin W8 Powerstrike-T 2nd (Powerstrike-Trigger) in XH delivers the backbone to handle large hardbaits, Shadteez, Bullteez, hybrid lures, and big spinnerbaits — from the bank or the boat, casting or trolling.

Premium Blank Technology for Sensitivity and Strength

The rod is built around a Toray Torayca T1100GC & M40JB carbon blank, finished in an FE2O3 iron oxide colour. This combination of high-modulus fibres delivers exceptional responsiveness and load capacity without unnecessary weight, keeping the finished rod at just 181g despite its XH power rating.

Fuji Components and Thoughtful Details Throughout

Fuji T2C Carbon reel seat and tangle-free Fuji SIC guides form the functional core of the rod. A 360° custom-designed screw-down carbon hood secures the reel firmly, while a Seaguide Arc Hook 2.5 keeper handles your terminal tackle between casts. Each rod carries a unique serial number and is delivered in a recyclable triangular cardboard box with a neoprene rod bag. Westin recommends pairing this rod with a size 200 or 300 BaitCaster reel for the best pike fishing setup.

Choose the Right Variant

The W8 Powerstrike-T 2nd is available in two casting weight ratings, both at 2.4m length with a trigger grip handle and Fuji T2C Carbon reel seat:

W8 Powerstrike-T 2nd 2.4m MH 30–80g (166g) — Medium-Heavy action; suited to lighter hardbaits, finesse presentations, and smaller-profile lures in moderate conditions
W8 Powerstrike-T 2nd 2.4m XH 60–180g (181g) — Extra-Heavy action; ideal for large hardbaits, big spinnerbaits, Shadteez, Bullteez, and hybrid lures when targeting large pike from boat or bank