Stick with a ‘ton of backbone’ to tackle big bass

Big bass lurking under the relative safety of the docks have a new enemy in the shape of the Kistler Dock Skipper Special.

Boasting a light tip with a ‘ton of backbone’, it has been designed by the US rod manufacturer to get underneath docks with ease.

  • What is it? Six foot three-inch spinning rod that can be cast into places that a baitcaster can’t.
  • What’s its stand-out feature? Light tip that, combined with braided line, can haul big bass from their hiding places and a short – 7 1/2inch – handle that makes it ideal for skipping.
  • Give me some tech. Kistler KC8 100% Japanese carbon by Toray blank, full graphite Fuji reel seat, Kigan guides and Grade A cork handle.
  • Where is it made? Texas USA. Comes with the Kistler ‘Strong Bend’ five year warranty and is shipping now.
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