Handcrafted with exclusive SCII graphite blanks, and outfitted with uncompromising components, the incredibly popular Tidemaster comes in a huge array of actions, sizes and power ranges - ready for nearly every inshore application.

• Premium-quality SCII graphite.
• Outstanding strength, sensitivity and hook-setting power.
• Designed specifically for inshore saltwater angling.
• Batson Forecast® hard aluminum-oxide guides with 316 stainless-steel frames for dramatically improved corrosion resistance compared to 304 stainless-steel frames.
• Fuji® DPS reel seat/frosted silver hoods on spinning models.
• Fuji® ECS or TCS reel seat/frosted silver hood on casting models.
• Premium-grade cork handle.
• Two coats of Flex Coat slow-cure finish.
• 5-year warranty backed by St. Croix Superstar Service.
• Designed and handcrafted in Park Falls, U.S.A.

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