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Westin W8 Finesse Shad 2nd 7’5″MH 10-28g 2sec

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Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.

You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.

We check our prices weekly to ensure we can combine our fabulous service with the best prices. If you find an item cheaper and in stock somewhere else, drop us a a message in the chat box and we can see what we can do. 

This item is available for next day delivery. You can pick this in the checkout.

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We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.

Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.

You can make your next purchase a little easier on the wallet by splitting the total into 3 payments by using Klarna payments in the checkout.

SKU – W828-0752-MH

Product Details and Uses


 

Westin W8 Finesse Shad 2nd Generation – 7’5″ MH (10-28g)

 

 

The Ultimate Softbait Spinning Rod for Range and Feel

 

The Westin W8 Finesse Shad is the definitive spinning rod for predator anglers who specialize in casting shads and soft plastics. This rod is the ultimate combination of casting performance and sensitivity, feeling instinctively right the moment you pick it up.

At a precise 7 feet, 5 inches (2.26m), this length is expertly balanced, providing exceptional casting distance from the bank or boat while retaining the finesse required to work soft plastics effectively. The 10–28g rating is the versatile sweet spot for medium-to-heavy shads, weighted swimbaits, and jig heads.

 

TORAYCA® T1100GC: Effortless Distance, Instant Feel

 

At the heart of the Finesse Shad is an exquisite blank made from the latest Toray® TORAYCA® T1100GC & M40JB carbon. This cutting-edge material and design ensure:

  • Shad-Specific Action: The blank is perfectly tuned to load with the weight of soft lures, translating into effortless, long-range casts. If you are looking for the ultimate rod for spin fishing with shads, this is it.
  • Supreme Sensitivity: Feel more, yet set the hook with ease, even at long range, thanks to the blank’s exceptional responsiveness. You’ll detect every tail-kick, bottom bounce, and the most cautious take.
  • MH Power: The Medium-Heavy action provides the necessary backbone to drive the hook home effectively and extract big fish from cover, all while the rod’s minimal weight reduces casting fatigue.

 

Premium Components for Flawless Performance

 

This spinning rod has been mated with exceptional FUJI® components to keep weight to a minimum and ensure flawless function:

  • Reel Seat: Lightweight Fuji® T2C carbon for superior vibration transfer and ergonomic comfort.
  • Guides: Tangle-free Fuji® SIC guides minimize friction, crucial for achieving maximum distance and superior line control with braided line.
  • Balance: Combine this rod with a 2500 to 3000 size spinning reel for perfect balance and peak performance.

 

Technical Specifications:

 

Specification Details
Model W8 Finesse Shad 2nd Generation
Length 7’5″ (2.26m)
Casting Weight Medium-Heavy (MH) – 10–28g
Action Fast
Sections 2-piece
Handle Fixed Spool (Spinning Rod)
Target Species Zander, Pike, Large Perch (Optimized for Softbaits)
Blank Material Toray® Torayca® T1100GC & M40JB
Guides Tangle-free Fuji® SIC guides
Reel Seat Fuji® T2C Carbon
Hook-Keeper Seaguide® arc hook 2.5
Included Neoprene Rod Bag & Recyclable Triangular Cardboard Box
Quality Unique serial number on each rod
Anglers Serving Anglers

Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.

You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.

We check our prices weekly to ensure we can combine our fabulous service with the best prices. If you find an item cheaper and in stock somewhere else, drop us a a message in the chat box and we can see what we can do. 

This item is available for next day delivery. You can pick this in the checkout.

We offer free post to any mainland UK address with a basket of more than £80. We also send all over the world and the best way to find out how much postage you will pay is in our checkout. Add the items to your basket and then add your address. Our checkout will automatically calculate your total.

We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.

Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.

You can make your next purchase a little easier on the wallet by splitting the total into 3 payments by using Klarna payments in the checkout.

SKU – W828-0752-MH

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