For anglers who demand unwavering performance in the pursuit of formidable offshore species, the Shimano Status Bluewater Game Rod and Shimano Tiagra 80W Reel combo delivers. This meticulously engineered pairing provides the ultimate strength and reliability required for serious deep-sea game fishing, making it the ideal choice for targeting marlin, tuna, sharks, Bass, Hapuka, and Bluenose.

The Rod: Shimano Status Bluewater Game 5'6" 24-37kg Bent Butt Roller Tip

The Shimano Status Bent Butt Game Rod is purpose-built for the most demanding deep-sea fishing scenarios, including applications with electric reels. Its construction features advanced high-power carbon and E-Glass blank technology, creating a composite blank that excels at withstanding and absorbing the immense pressures of deepwater battles. This design ensures significant lifting strength and responsiveness, critical for subduing powerful fish. The aluminium bent butt is strategically designed to provide optimum angles for bait deployment and superior leverage when fighting tough deepwater species. Furthermore, a robust roller tip minimises line friction and safeguards your line during intense fights, guaranteeing smooth operation under extreme pressure. Beyond its exceptional functionality, the Shimano Status Rod presents a striking aesthetic with a black blank, subtle silver flecks, silver and blue bindings, and a distinctive carbon weave, making it a high-performing and attractive addition to any deepwater fishing arsenal.

The Reel: Shimano Tiagra 80W

The Shimano Tiagra 80W game reel stands as the benchmark for targeting large marlin, tuna, and sharks. Crafted from robust aluminium, it offers extreme strength, durability, and unwavering reliability, all complemented by a distinctive gold finish that marries high performance with a premium aesthetic.

• Enhanced Saltwater Resistance: Heavier gold anodising provides superior resistance to saltwater corrosion, ensuring exceptional longevity in harsh marine environments.
• Precise Drag Control: The click stop drag quadrant allows for more precise drag adjustments during intense fights, giving anglers fine control over line tension.
• Reduced Angler Fatigue: A counterbalanced handle falls easily to hand when striking a fish and facilitates easier winding during prolonged battles, significantly reducing angler fatigue.
• Improved Grip: Rubberised handle 'tackiness' effectively combats sweaty palms, offering improved grip and comfort even in challenging conditions.
• Exceptional Spool Strength: The Aluminium Cold Forged Spool delivers increased strength and outstanding durability, capable of handling extreme loads.
• Superior Corrosion Protection: Anti-Rust Bearings (A-RB) are at least 10 times more corrosion resistant than standard stainless steel ball bearings, guaranteeing smooth operation for many years.
• Unrivalled Rigidity: A 7mm thick one-piece machine-cut aluminium frame provides superior rigidity and strength, forming a solid foundation for the reel's internal components.
• Reliable Gearing: Heavy-duty stainless steel gears ensure reliable performance and longevity, even under the most strenuous fishing conditions.
• Seamless Gear Changes: The two-speed shifting mechanism, with continuously meshed pinion and drive gears, enables seamless gear changes for quick transitions between high-speed retrieve and low-speed power.