Shimano TX-7A Carp Rod

Description

The Shimano TX-7A Carp Rod in its 13ft 3.50+lb Intensity format sits at the top of Shimano's long-range casting line. It is built for anglers fishing large, expansive waters where reaching distant features makes the difference between success and failure. The previous generation of this rod famously broke the tournament world record with a 225-metre (247-yard) cast, and this new generation uses more advanced carbon architecture to deliver power, accuracy and fast recovery. The blank is the source of the rod's "hidden power". Shimano combines several advanced materials so the rod stays slim and light while retaining serious torque: - M40X Carbon Fibre: ultra-high modulus carbon that provides tensile strength and responsiveness, transferring energy from the cast directly into the lead. - Nanosheet Technology: a specialised resin distribution that makes the blank stronger and gives it lightning-fast recovery, minimising blank wobble after release for cleaner line flow through the guides and more distance. - High Modulus Full Carbon: delivers a crisp action that translates casting power into tip speed. The 13ft Intensity format is what sets this version apart: - 13ft Length: the extra length acts as a lever for experienced casters, allowing a longer sweep and higher release speeds than a standard 12ft model. - 3.50+lb Test Curve: the Intensity rating is built for maximum compression, making it a choice for punching heavy 4oz to 5oz leads or large PVA bags into headwinds. - Forgiving Action: despite its power, the rod retains enough give in the tip to help prevent hook pulls when playing a big carp under the rod tip. Fittings are tournament grade throughout: - Kigan Stainless Steel Zirconia Guides: lightweight and durable, with low-friction passage for both mono and braided mainlines. - Fuji DPS Reel Seat: a solid, dependable seat that keeps a Big Pit reel aligned during aggressive power casts. - EVA Grip Handle: ergonomically shaped for a secure, slip-free hold and the leverage needed to fully load the blank. - Model: Tribal TX-7A 13ft Intensity (TX713INT) - Length: 13' 0" (3.96m) - Test Curve: 3.50+ lb (Intensity) - Sections: 2-Piece - Blank Material: High Modulus Full Carbon + M40X + Nanosheet - Guides: Kigan Stainless Steel Zirconia (50mm Butt Guide) - Reel Seat: Fuji DPS - Handle Type: Slim EVA Power Grip - Transport Length: 202 cm - Weight: 438g For anglers targeting big carp on large venues, the TX-7A 13ft Intensity pairs world-record casting heritage with the fish-playing characteristics needed to land the biggest fish in the lake.