Sakura Mitsio Slow Jigging Spinning Rod

Description

The Sakura Mitsio Slow Jigging Spin (MISSJ2) is a spinning rod built for slow pitch jigging, where the action of the lure matters more than the speed of the retrieve. It is designed to flick a jig on the lift and let it flutter naturally on the drop, a movement that appeals to predators such as bass, pollack and cod. The rod is built on a Japanese Toray HM36T high-performance carbon blank. This high-modulus carbon gives the rod its sensitivity, which matters in slow jigging because the angler needs to feel the jig kick and detect even the lightest touch on the fall. The blank has a progressive fast action: slim and lightweight in the hand, but with enough backbone to stop a large fish diving back into the reef. This is the spinning version, intended for use with fixed-spool reels, which suits anglers who prefer a spinning setup to a baitcaster. It is fitted with genuine Fuji guides and a Fuji reel seat, built to cope with the constant friction of thin, high-performance braids. At 6'3" (1.90m), the length gives good vertical control, so jigs up to 200g can be worked with minimal effort, even in deep water or moving tides. Prime locations and uses: - Slow Pitch Jigging: optimised for the technical slow style of jigging where lure animation is more important than speed. - UK Reef and Wreck Drifting: suited to working metal jigs and slow blatt lures for specimen pollack, bass and cod. - Deep-Water Finesse: the 200g max rating allows fishing in significant depths while keeping a level of feel that traditional heavy boat rods lack. - Saltwater Versatility: a specialist tool, but its sensitivity also makes it a good rod for working large soft plastics and dead baits vertically. Detailed specifications: - Model: Sakura Mitsio Slow Jigging Spin (MISSJ2) - Length: 6' 3" (1.90m) - Max Jig Weight: 200g - Blank Material: High-Performance Toray Japan HM36T Carbon - Action: Progressive Fast (Slow Jigging Optimised) - Guides: Fuji (Saltwater Rated) - Reel Seat: Fuji DPS / Spinning Configuration - Handle: Hi-density EVA Ergonomic Grip - Storage: Padded Cloth Bag Included Frequently asked questions: What is the difference between slow jigging and standard jigging? Standard (speed) jigging uses fast, aggressive vertical movements. Slow jigging uses specialised lures designed to flutter and fall slowly, mimicking a wounded baitfish. This rod has a more elastic tip to facilitate that fluttering action. Can I use a multiplier reel on this rod? No. This is the spinning (MISSJ2) model, which has guides designed for a fixed-spool reel hanging under the rod. If you prefer a multiplier or baitcaster, you would need the casting version of the Mitsio. Is 200g the casting weight? In jigging terms, this is the maximum jig weight for vertical fishing. It means the rod is designed to bounce and animate a jig up to 200g correctly. It is not intended for power-casting 200g leads from the shore. Why use Toray HM36T carbon? Toray is an industry leader in carbon fibre. The HM36T (high modulus) rating means the rod is thinner, lighter and more responsive than standard carbon. It snaps back into position faster, which is the key to successful slow jigging.