St. Croix Triumph 27TSHS96HF2 – Heavy salmon and steelhead spinning rod 9 ft 6 in 1/2–2 oz Fast

St. Croix Triumph 27TSHS96HF2 is a powerful two-piece 9 ft 6 in spinning rod developed for salmon and steelhead fishing with 1/2–2 oz lures. Its Heavy-power, Fast-action blank handles heavier spoons, hard lures and spinners in strong current. The 9 ft 6 in length is useful from the bank when long casts and precise line control are required. The model also suits bank fishing for asp in large rivers. The current Triumph Salmon & Steelhead range is produced in place of the former Avid Salmon & Steelhead series, which was one of the brand's most popular choices among salmon anglers because of its blank action.
Blank and components. The SCII carbon-fibre blank is strong and clearly transmits lure movement and bites. Its two-piece construction is convenient to transport and store. Stainless-steel guide frames with aluminium-oxide rings are wrapped onto the blank. The rod uses a nylon reel seat, a Premium cork handle and a cork-composite butt cap. The manufacturer provides a five-year warranty.
Action and application. Under a light load, the Fast-action blank works mainly through its upper section and clearly transmits the movement of heavier lures and bites. The 9 ft 6 in length supports long casts, keeps more line above the water and helps correct the lure path in current. As the load increases, the middle and lower sections engage to cushion sudden fish surges. Heavy power and the 1/2–2 oz rating suit heavier spoons, hard lures and spinners used for salmon and steelhead fishing.
Why choose it:
• developed for salmon and steelhead fishing in rivers with heavier 1/2–2 oz lures;
• 9 ft 6 in length supports long casts and precise lure-path control in strong current;
• Heavy power and Fast action suit heavier spoons, hard lures and spinners;
• SCII carbon blank, aluminium-oxide rings in stainless-steel frames and a cork handle;
• two-piece construction is convenient to transport and the rod carries a five-year warranty.
Specifications. Model – 27TSHS96HF2; series – Triumph Salmon/Steelhead; length – 9 ft 6 in / 288 cm; pieces – 2; power – Heavy; action – Fast; lure rating – 1/2–2 oz, sold as 14–56 g; line rating – 12–25 lb.
Components and finish. The blank is made from SCII carbon fibre. Stainless-steel guide frames with aluminium-oxide rings are wrapped onto the blank. The rod has a nylon reel seat with nylon and stainless-steel nuts, a Premium cork handle and a cork-composite butt cap. The manufacturer provides a five-year warranty.
How 27TSHS96HF2 compares with other Triumph Salmon/Steelhead rods. 27TSHS96MHF2 shares the same 9 ft 6 in length and Fast action but has Medium Heavy power, a 10–20 lb line rating and a 3/8–2 oz lure rating. 27TSHS96HF2 has a more powerful Heavy blank and is rated for 12–25 lb line and 1/2–2 oz lures. The shorter 27TSHS86HF2 is also Heavy and Fast, but measures 8 ft 6 in and is rated for 1–6 oz lures. The longer 27TSHS106MHF2 is a 10 ft 6 in Medium Heavy Fast model rated for the lighter 3/8–1 oz lure range.
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