Akios Creed GP 420

The Akios Creed GP 420 is a high-performance continental-style surfcasting rod that combines a powerful, fast blank with a highly sensitive hybrid tip. It’s designed to deliver excellent casting distance and superior bite detection, making it a versatile and popular choice for a wide range of beach and shore fishing applications. The “GP” in its name signifies “Ground Pounder,” indicating its ability to handle demanding conditions and fish from any type of shoreline. The rod’s primary purpose is to be a true all-rounder, excelling in a variety of fishing scenarios. It’s a go-to for anglers who fish on both clean sandy beaches and more challenging mixed ground. The Creed GP 420’s powerful blank allows it to cast heavy weights and baits into strong winds and currents, while its sensitive tip ensures that even the most delicate bites from shy-feeding fish are not missed. This versatility makes it a great “one-rod-fits-all” solution for many anglers. At the heart of the Creed GP 420 is its carbon blank. It is constructed from a high modulus carbon that provides a fantastic balance of strength, lightness, and responsiveness. This advanced material allows the rod to store and release a huge amount of energy during the cast, propelling the rig to impressive distances with minimal effort. The blank has a fast, progressive action that loads smoothly and recovers quickly, which is key to achieving maximum distance. A standout feature is the rod’s hybrid tip. This is a solid carbon tip that is spliced into the main tubular blank, creating a seamless transition from power to sensitivity. This combination gives the rod the best of both worlds: the power of a tubular tip for casting and handling heavy rigs, and the finesse of a solid tip for visual bite detection. The tip is also finished with a phosphorescent glow and reflective banding, making bites easy to spot in low-light conditions or at night. The rod is fitted with premium components to match its high-performance blank. It features Fuji K-series guides with Alconite inserts. The “K-series” frames are a modern design that prevents line tangles and wind knots, which is particularly beneficial when using braided line. The guides are suitable for both fixed spool and multiplier reels. The rod also comes with a sliding Fuji DPS screw lock reel seat, which allows the angler to position their reel at the most comfortable and efficient point for their casting style. For added durability and strength, the rod’s spigot joints are reinforced with metal bands. The butt section is also finished with a non-slip textured grip that provides a secure hold during a powerful cast. The rod is a three-piece design, a hallmark of high-end continental rods, which makes it easy to transport and store in its supplied padded cloth rod bag. In terms of performance, the Creed GP 420 is a delight to use. With an optimum casting weight often cited as being around 150g plus bait, it can launch a rig with a simple overhead cast, but it has the reserve power to handle more advanced casting techniques. The sensitive hybrid tip provides exceptional bite detection, while the powerful mid- and butt-section gives the angler the leverage needed to fight large, powerful fish and steer them away from snags.   Fuji Anti-Tangle Gunsmoke KWAG Alconite Guides Configured for both Fixed Spool & Multiplier. Fuji Sliding Screw Lock Reel Seat EVA Reel Seat Collars to Prevent Particle Ingress Japanese Shrink Rubber Butt Section Metal Band Reinforced Spigots for Added Strength Shrink Wrap Joints for Easy Section Separation Supplied with Akios Carbon Reducer Supplied with a Heavy Duty 320d Nylon Akios Partitioned Rod Case with Shoulder Strap SPECIFICATION: Rod Length: 4.20m / 13ft 10in Butt Diameter: 25mm Casting Weight: 122-224g (4–8oz) Rod Weight: 865gm