Daiwa Sandstorm Surf Fishing Rods - Multiplier/Fixed Spool - All Models

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If you’re looking to get into sea fishing, a beachcaster rod might be just what you need to get started. Overall, I was extremely impressed with this beach caster – it’s definitely a great value for the price. I would highly recommend this rod to anyone looking for an affordable beachcaster that performs well!

A beach shelter tends to be one of the first things to come under consideration when shore anglers are trying to lighten their load. It’s true that some of them can be unwieldy to transport when a long hike is required, but it’s a fact that many anglers would rather not go fishing than be without a beach shelter. Beach casters can range from 12′ to 16′ in length and designed to cast 4 – 8oz leads a long distance. Surfcasting rods are generally longer and heavier than regular beachcasters, and often have extra guides to help handle the larger fish that you might encounter while fishing in this way.For shore fishing, shelters require generous ‘skirts’. These lie flat on the ground so that they can be covered by stones and shingle to prevent the shelter from being blown away. They also help prevent sand from being blown into the shelter. While some shelters offer pegging systems, these are best used in conjunction with skirts rather than as the main method of securing them. The Saltist Surf Rod is made from high quality X45 blanks and features Fuji ‘O’ rings and reel seats. This beachcaster rod is designed for use with multiplier reels, and comes in three different lengths.

The shelter is secured by piling sand or shingle onto the base flaps to make it stable in even the worst of conditions. It’s quite a roomy design and can fit two inside at a push. Some beachcasters are even built specifically for surf casting, which is when you cast your bait or lure into the surf zone in an attempt to catch fish that are feeding near or on the bottom.The final thing to look out for when you’re investing in a beach fishing shelter is its quality of manufacture. As this is a Daiwa product, you can be completely confident that this shelter will live up to all your expectations. Hardwearing, durable, and well made, this is a shelter that will see you through a lifetime of shore fishing. It also comes it a fabulous vivid yellow colour. This is a far cry from the carpy olives and khakis of traditional bivvies and it truly sets this shelter apart as a sea angler’s friend. The Beach Buddy Convertible shares many of the features of the original, and highly rated Holden Beach Buddy, but includes some new innovations. The Convertible has the same Beach Buddy profile but now has stronger ‘shingle’ flaps to hold it down. The dome is detachable so the Convertible can also be used as a simple ‘windbreak’. The titanium oxide guides provide great durability and line management, while the rubber shrink-wrap handle ensures a comfortable grip even when wet.

We rated the following shelters based on straight-out-of-the-bag ease of setup, rather than if it required plenty of practice. Producing reels since 1955, Daiwastill aims to produce the most technically advanced fishing equipment in the world. This is an aim that is routinely met, and Daiwa is a world leader in coarse, carp, sea, and predator fishing products. Shore fishing beach shelters shouldn’t be confused with standard beach or garden shelters that can typically be bought very cheaply. These simply won’t do the same job or be as durable as purpose-designed fishing shelters. All variations sport a sliding DPS Reel Seat so you can adjust your reel placement to what is most comfortable. The rod also sports a Seaguide Deep Drawn Frame with an aluminium oxide ring that prevents erosion from the sea water. This shelter is the big brother of the successful Ian Golds Igloo, and, as the name suggests, it really is big. Comfortably the biggest in this test, it’s also the heaviest by half a pound. The original Igloo was renowned for being generously proportioned, but the Bigloo has two-and-a-half square metres of floor space, although it is laid out in a different manner. However, this is a very tall shelter and most adults will be able to stand up in it.

A Premium range of beach casting models in a range of popular lengths available with both fixed spool, and multiplier options. Featuring high quality carbon fibre blanks outfitted with ultra light Sea Guide ‘Deep drawn’ frame guides. Finished in the same eye catching yellow colour, as with the rest of the range.The multiplier options come with a sliding DPS reel seat whilst the fixed spool designs come fitted with a fixed seat as well as a split EVA grip. You don’t want to be too close to other people or obstacles, as this could interfere with your casting. Overall, the Daiwa Saltist Surf Rod is a great option for anyone looking for a beachcaster that can handle larger fish.