Shimano Bassterra XT+ Seabass Spin 9’6″ 15-65g 2pc

Shimano Bassterra XT+ Seabass 9’6″ | The High-Performance Distance Master

At Gerry’s Fishing, the Shimano Bassterra XT+ Seabass 9’6″ (15-65g) represents a significant step up in refinement and performance. The “XT+” designation signifies the upgrade to a High Modulus Full Carbon blank, making this rod lighter, crisper, and more responsive than its predecessors. This 9’6″ model is the “heavy-hitter” of the range, designed specifically for the angler who needs to punch heavy hardbaits or metal jigs through a headwind to reach distant sandbars and reefs.

With a massive 15-65g casting range, this rod is built for the harshest coastal conditions, providing the leverage and power required to dominate trophy-sized Seabass in heavy surf.

Premium XT+ Tech & Construction

• High Modulus Full Carbon + Diaflash: This upgraded blank construction is what sets the XT+ apart. The High Modulus carbon provides a faster recovery rate and increased sensitivity, while the Diaflash diagonal wrap reinforces the lower section. This prevents the blank from twisting under the immense load of a 60g cast, resulting in superior distance and pinpoint accuracy.

• Medium-Fast Action: Expertly tuned for saltwater versatility. The rod remains stiff enough in the mid-section to launch heavy lures, yet the High Modulus tip remains incredibly responsive, allowing you to “feel” the lure’s action even at the end of a 70-meter cast.

• Enhanced Fish-Playing Control: The combination of the long 9’6″ lever and the Diaflash-reinforced butt gives you “total control.” This is vital when you need to guide a powerful fish away from jagged rocks or submerged structures during the final stages of the fight.

Professional Grade Hardware

• Fuji Stainless Steel Fazlite Guides: These tangle-free “K-Type” guides are essential for long-range casting with PE braids. The Fazlite inserts are designed to dissipate heat and resist the corrosive effects of salt spray, ensuring smooth line flow for years to come.

• Fuji TVS Reel Seat: An upgrade in the XT+ series, the Fuji TVS is a “blank-touch” reel seat. It features cutouts that allow your thumb and trigger finger to be in direct contact with the carbon blank, providing unparalleled vibration transmission and strike detection.

• Ergonomic Split EVA Handle: The high-density EVA handle is designed for maximum leverage during “long-handle” casting. It remains comfortable and slip-resistant even when drenched in rain or sea spray.

Use Example: Heavy Surf and Distant Reefs

Imagine you are fishing a coastal mark where the “feeding zone” is located behind the third line of breakers. You need to launch a 50g sinking minnow or a 60g metal jig into a stiff onshore breeze.

The Bassterra XT+ 9’6″ 15-65g thrives in this environment. The High Modulus blank loads and unloads with explosive speed, while the 9’6″ length provides the tip speed necessary for extreme distance. Once hooked, the rod’s length allows you to keep the line high and clear of the crashing waves, while the Diaflash backbone provides the stable lifting power to bring a 10lb+ Bass safely over the shingle.

Technical Specifications