PENN Regiment IV Spin/Pilk Rod 9′ 40-120g 2sec

PENN Regiment IV Spin/Pilk Rod 9′ 40-120g 2pc

When the weather turns foul or the tides run hard, you need a lure rod that doesn’t just “participate” but dominates. Here at Gerry’s Fishing, we know the PENN Regiment IV Spin/Pilk 9′ 40-120g is the heavy-hitter of the range. Designed for the specialist who targets hard-fighting predators with heavy metal lures and big soft plastics, this rod combines a “sensitive-enough” tip with a backbone that feels like it could pull a tractor.

Product Details & Uses

The Regiment IV Spin/Pilk is engineered using PENN’s proprietary SLS3 blank construction. This “Spiral Layer System” creates a 30-ton carbon blank with an incredibly thin diameter, but don’t let the slim profile fool you—the strength is immense. At 9ft (2.74m), it sits in the “goldilocks” zone: long enough to launch a 100g metal jig into the horizon from the shore, but short enough to be perfectly maneuverable on the deck of a boat.

The 40-120g casting weight is a serious rating. This isn’t for delicate 10g surface sliders; this is for “Pilk” fishing—working heavy metal jigs vertically or casting them into deep, fast-moving water for Cod, Pollack, and Coalfish. Because of the fast taper, you get a snappy tip that provides excellent lure feedback, followed immediately by a massive power reserve that ensures a rock-solid hookset in deep water. Finished with saltwater-proof SeaGuide guides and a heavy-duty DPS reel seat, it’s a rod built for the “rough stuff.”

Prime Locations & Uses:

• Heavy Shore Jigging: The premier choice for casting 60g–100g metal jigs for Pollack and Coalfish from deep-water rock marks.

• Deep-Water Boat Spinning: Ideal for working large 6″–8″ shads and heavy lead heads over wrecks and reefs.

• Norway & Iceland Lure Fishing: A superb “light” rod for targeting big Cod and Coalfish when heavy boat gear is too much.

• Heavy Tide Bass Fishing: Perfect for “flicking” large lures or baits into heavy surf or bridge pilings where you need to stop a fish before it reaches a snag.

Gerry’s Pro Tip

“The 40-120g model is what I call the ‘Tide Beater.’ When the current is ripping and you need that extra lead to get your lure down to the fish, this rod won’t fold. My advice? Pair this with a 5000 or 6000 size PENN Spinfisher or Slammer reel. Because of the 120g rating, you’ll likely be using 30lb–40lb braid. The 9ft length gives you incredible leverage; it’s a rod that really lets you ‘boss’ the fish from the moment you hit them!”

Detailed Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is 120g too heavy for Seabass fishing?

A: If you are using standard 20g surface lures, yes, it’s too much rod. However, if you are fishing in extreme tides or deep water with large 100g shads for specimen Bass, this is exactly the power level you need to maintain control.

Q: Can I use this for vertical jigging from a boat?

A: Absolutely. While it’s 9ft long, the 40-120g rating is perfect for “light” vertical jigging. The fast taper gives the lure a great action, and the 9ft length helps you keep the line away from the boat’s hull.

Q: What is the difference between this and the 10ft version?

A: The 9ft version is slightly more powerful and offers more leverage over the fish. It is also easier to use in the confined space of a boat. Choose the 10ft version if your absolute priority is maximum casting distance from the shore.

Q: Why the SLS3 blank?

A: SLS3 prevents the blank from “ovalizing” or twisting when you’re leaning into a big fish. On a high-power rod like the 120g model, this ensures all that energy is directed into the fish, making the rod feel more stable and powerful.