Westin W3 Cat Stick 3rd 6'3'' XH 50-185g 2sec

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Westin W3 Cat Stick 3rd 6’3” XH 50-185g 2sec

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SKU – W3014-0632-XH

Product Details and Uses

The Westin W3 Cat Stick 3rd is the ideal catfish rod for kayak and belly boat anglers, perfectly designed for vertical fishing. Developed specifically for active fishing techniques from a boat, as well as ‘clonking’ and drifting with worm and baitfish rigs, its short TORAYCA® blank is perfect for battling very large fish while remaining easy to transport in two pieces.

Detailed Specifications

Length: 6’3″ | Sections: 2 | Power: XH (Extra Heavy) | Casting range: 50-185g
Reel seat: Carbon SKS LS
Guides: EUKWLTSG
Blank: Torayca® high performance carbon blank
Handle: High quality EVA
Hook keeper: Seaguide® SCDHOOK #6

Where to Use It

Vertical fishing for catfish from kayak or belly boat
‘Clonking’ and drifting with worm and baitfish rigs
Casting artificial lures from 50g to 160g
Vertical jig heads and systems up to 180g

Gerry’s Pro Tip

This rod’s short length is a genuine advantage in a kayak or belly boat – it gives you far better control fighting a big catfish at close quarters than a longer bank-style rod ever could in a confined space.

FAQs

Q: What reel should I use with this rod?
A: It’s matched perfectly to either a size 300 baitcaster or a 5000-size-or-larger fixed-spool reel.

Q: Is this rod suitable for bank fishing?
A: It’s specifically designed for kayak and belly boat vertical fishing, though the casting performance from 50g-160g also suits some bank applications.

Q: What technique is ‘clonking’?
A: A traditional catfish technique using a wooden clonker to create underwater vibrations that attract catfish, typically fished alongside worm and baitfish rigs – this rod is built to handle exactly that style of fishing.

Q: Why is the blank described as parabolic under load?
A: The lightweight, sensitive XH blank transitions into a parabolic curve when a big fish loads it up, giving exceptional reserves of power during the fight with trophy-sized catfish.