Sakura Mitsio Spinning Travel 60 Rod

Description

The Sakura Mitsio Spinning Travel 60 is a four-piece travel rod built for anglers who want serious power and sensitivity without the bulk of a one-piece build. At 8'2" (2.49m), it offers a long lever arm for distance casting, making it suited to targeting surface-feeding "hunts" of Tuna, Jacks and GTs. The blank blends Toray Japan HM30T and IM24T carbon, keeping the rod light in the hand while holding a 60lb power rating. Breaking down into four equal sections, the rod packs into an included semi-rigid carrying case measuring just 73cm, which helps it avoid oversized luggage fees and fit into most standard suitcases or overhead lockers. It is a medium-heavy tropical tool, well matched to casting poppers and stickbaits up to 120g. - Length: 8'2" (2.49m) - Power Rating: 60 lbs - Casting Weight: 40g – 120g - Sections: 4 Pieces (Equal length) - Closed Length: 73 cm - Weight: 398g - Line Rating: PE #4 – #6 - Action: Fast (Tip Action) - Guides: Fuji Alconite K-Frame Tangle Free - Reel Seat: Fuji DPS-LBSD with locking nut - Butt Section: Fuji GRC (Integrated rubber gimbal) - Dual-Carbon Blank: By combining HM30T (High Modulus) for responsiveness and IM24T (Intermediate Modulus) for structural toughness, Sakura has created a blank that casts with precision but absorbs the violent head-shakes of powerful fish without "stalling" or breaking. - Fuji K-Frame System: The stainless steel K-Frame guides are specifically tilted to prevent "wind knots" and tangles, which are common when using high-diameter braids in windy coastal conditions. The Alconite inserts offer excellent heat dissipation during long, blistering runs. - Fuji DPS-LBSD Reel Seat: This heavy-duty reel seat features an additional locking ring (Back Stop) to ensure your reel remains perfectly seated and doesn't vibrate loose during the intense physical strain of a 30-minute fight. - Integrated Combat Butt: The Fuji GRC rubber gimbal is a versatile hybrid. It fits perfectly into a fighting belt (gimbal belt) for maximum leverage, but its rounded rubber design means it can be rested comfortably against your groin during a "stand-up" fight without the need for a harness. - Tropical "Popping" Expeditions: Its 2.49m length is a massive advantage when you need to launch a 100g popper into a breaking school of fish from a distance. It is designed to target Jacks (5-25kg) and Tuna (10-40kg). - European Pelagics: An excellent choice for Bluefin Tuna "hunt" fishing in the Atlantic or Mediterranean when using medium-sized stickbaits. - Shore-Based Rock Fishing: In areas like the Canary Islands or Oman, the extra length helps clear rocky ledges and gives you the power to steer fish away from underwater obstacles. - Travel Ease: With a transport length of just 73cm, this rod avoids the "oversized luggage" fees at airports and fits easily into most standard suitcases or overhead lockers. The 8'2" length is long enough to get the distance you need for spooky fish, while the four-piece construction feels surprisingly close to a one-piece rod thanks to the precision spigot joints. It pairs well with a 10000 or 14000 size spinning reel and PE 5 braid. When assembling, make sure the joints are seated firmly — a tiny bit of candle wax on the male joints will keep them from sticking after a week in the salt.