Description
Westin W3 StreetStick 3rd Generation Rod – 7’1″ MH (5-15g)
The Westin W3 StreetStick 3rd Generation 7’1″ MH is the perfect spinning rod for light tackle enthusiasts who need maneuverability and accuracy. Utilizing our latest Torayca® High Performance Carbon Fibre technology, this rod provides a fun, ultra-light, and incredibly sensitive option that is essential for effective fishing in tight urban spaces or from smaller boats.
Features & Angler Benefits
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Maneuverable Design: The 7’1″ length offers an excellent balance of casting control and handling in confined areas, making it ideal for street fishing or kayak/belly boat use.
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Ultra-Light Action, Maximum Fun: Designed with a perfect balance of a soft tip and a medium-fast action blank, this rod makes casting lightweight lures effortless and fighting even small fish an exhilarating experience.
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Optimal Sensitivity: The Torayca® High Performance Carbon blank ensures exceptional sensitivity, allowing you to easily detect soft takes and feel every twitch of your lure, maximizing your hook-up ratio.
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Versatile Lure Handling: The 5-15g casting weight is ideal for a wide range of lightweight hard and soft lures, covering everything from finesse jigs to small crankbaits and spinners.
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Target Species: This range has you covered for popular light-tackle species, including perch, trout, chub, asp, and medium-sized pike & zander.
Ideal Fishing Applications
The 7’1″ length, Medium Heavy (MH) power (with a light casting weight), and medium-fast action make this rod highly effective for various light-tackle techniques:
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Urban & Structure Fishing:
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Technique: The compact length provides the control needed for accurate, underhand casts to tight spots around urban structures, docks, or bridges.
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Benefit: Excellent for anglers who prioritize accuracy and quick action over maximum casting distance.
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Light Soft Lure Jigging:
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Technique: Use small soft plastics (e.g., small shads, curly tails) paired with light jig heads. Employ short, sharp hops or a slow, steady retrieve.
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Benefit: The soft tip ensures the lure moves naturally, while the sensitivity transmits the slightest strike or bottom contour clearly.
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Micro Hard Lures:
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Technique: Ideal for casting small crankbaits, spoons, and spinners. The medium-fast action handles the vibrations smoothly and absorbs the shock of aggressive takes.
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Benefit: The smooth flex of the blank prevents small hooks from tearing free, ensuring a secure hook-set on smaller predators.
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Product Specifications
| Feature | Detail / Specification |
| Model | W3 StreetStick 3rd Gen |
| Length | 7’1″ (2.16m) |
| Power | Medium Heavy (MH) |
| Casting Weight | 5–15g |
| Sections | 2 sec |
| Blank Material | Torayca® High Performance Carbon blank |
| Reel Seat | Carbon SKS-LS |
| Guides | Seaguide TUXOLSG |
| Handle Material | High quality EVA |
| Hook Keeper | Seaguide TUHOOK#4 |
