Description
The PENN Wrath II Surfcast Combo is a heavy-duty, long-range setup specifically built for surfcasting and beach fishing. It combines a powerful, multi-section rod with a large, high-capacity spinning reel, offering anglers an affordable package designed to punch heavy baits out past the breaking waves and handle strong currents.
This combo is an excellent choice for anglers targeting larger species from the shore who require maximum casting distance and line capacity.
Product Details and Uses
The Wrath II Surfcast Combo is engineered for the demands of shore and beach fishing, focusing on casting power and durability:
- Powerful Rod Blank: The rod features a strong and responsive 3-piece graphite composite blank, providing the necessary leverage to cast heavy weights up to 250 grams ($8.8 \text{ oz.}$) over long distances.
- Sensitive Tip: Despite its power, the rod is designed with a sensitive tip to ensure that even subtle bites from feeding fish are clearly registered, a key feature in distance fishing.
- Casting Grip: A special anti-slip casting grip is included on the butt section to provide a secure and powerful hold for maximizing casting distance and accuracy.
- Guide System: The rod utilizes stainless steel guides with durable titanium oxide inserts in a hybrid ringing pattern. This setup is optimized for large fixed spool (spinning) reels but is robust enough to handle the stress of casting heavy payloads in the surf.
- Reel Features (Wrath II 8000): The combo is paired with the massive PENN Wrath II 8000 spinning reel. This reel features a lightweight and corrosion-resistant graphite body, a machined and anodized aluminum spool built for high capacity, and a reliable 2 Shielded stainless steel ball bearing system plus an Instant Anti-Reverse bearing for dependable operation.
Detailed Product Specifications: All Models
The Surfcast combos are characterized by long rod lengths, heavy casting weights, and the large capacity 8000 reel size:
| Rod Model (Length) | Rod Sections | Casting Weight (Lure Rating) | Reel Size | Gear Ratio | Max Drag (Approx.) | Mono Capacity (m/mm) |
| 12ft 9in (3.90m) | 3-Piece | Max 250 g | 8000 | 5.3:1 | 11.4 kg (25 lb) | 310/0.46 |
| 13ft 9in (4.20m) | 3-Piece | Max 250 g | 8000 | 5.3:1 | 11.4 kg (25 lb) | 310/0.46 |
| 14ft 9in (4.50m) | 3-Piece | Max 250 g | 8000 | 5.3:1 | 11.4 kg (25 lb) | 310/0.46 |
