Balzer 71 North Ultra Heavy Pilk Spinning Rod 2.4m 150–500g

Balzer 71 North Ultra Heavy Pilk — Deep-Sea Power for Large Predators

The Balzer 71 North Ultra Heavy Pilk is a purpose-built offshore spinning rod designed for serious deep-sea angling with heavy pirks (pilks) and large fixed-spool reels — where backbone and sensitivity need to coexist.

IM-12 Nano Carbon Blank: Strength Meets Sensitivity

Constructed from IM-12 Nano Carbon — a blank reinforced with carbon nanotubes — this rod delivers exceptional rigidity and responsiveness. The advanced material keeps weight low at just 268 g while ensuring reliable power transfer and bite detection even when working heavy lures at depth.

Full Fuji Trim for Confident Line Control

Full Fuji ring set ensures smooth, even line flow through every guide, reducing friction and protecting your line under load. The robust Fuji reel seat holds a fixed-spool reel firmly in place during the most demanding fights, while the precision-fitted two-piece joint maintains a consistent, even bend curve and efficient force transmission throughout the blank.

Choose the Right Variant

This rod is the sole variant in the Balzer 71 North Ultra Heavy Pilk lineup currently available.

• Balzer 71 North Ultra Heavy Pilk 2.40 m, 150–500 g — 268 g, 127 cm transport length, Duplon handle, IM-12 Nano Carbon, Fuji fittings: ideal for deepwater offshore pirk fishing targeting large sea predators such as cod, coalfish (pollock), and ling; pairs with heavy fixed-spool reels and pirks from 150 to 500 g.

Facts

• Length: 240 cm (2.40 m)

• Casting weight: 150–500 g

• Rod weight: 268 g

• Transport length: 127 cm

• Sections: 2

• Blank material: IM-12 Nano Carbon

• Handle: Ergonomic Duplon

• Reel seat: Fuji

• Guides: Full Fuji ring set

• Joint: Precision spigot ferrule

• Application: Offshore / deep-sea pirk fishing, fixed-spool reel