{"title":"Bream","description":"\u003cp\u003eRods are listed from the lightest to most powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen travel rods, then casting rods.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bassfreak-medium-601","title":"BassFreaK Medium 601*","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBassFreak Medium 601\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e6'0\" 1pc \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium action\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended line 2-5kg \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal lure range 4‑14gm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe latest Fuji Fazlite KR semi-micro multi-guide train (7+1 with #4.5 smallest size)^\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom anti-tangle Hook Keeper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplimentary Custom Millerods Rod Sleeve\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlus $55 courier delivery, Australia wide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Millerods BassFreak has long been a favourite of keen river bass lure casters as a custom made rod, with anglers using them in rivers and creeks from Queensland to Victoria!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOriginally inspired by tournament casting rods for the 7gm spin-cast Accuracy category, Ian saw first-hand how accurately such rods can hit a target with a flat, direct casting technique. 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The Fuji SKSS seat is set atop a blue carbon barrel,\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eand custom-shaped x-firm EVA in the Millerods signature style blue Camoufish pattern, all finished with the ‘M’ logo anti-skid butt cap.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Rod of choice for short range structure fishing with Cranka Crabs!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e^Millerods recommends the use of the FG knot for connecting braided fishing lines to monofilament leaders. 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It’s where the untouched, narrow river runs clear but wild, and full of gnarly fish habitat. He gets lost in his own world while drifting along this water, casting lures; days start with a sunrise, end with a sunset, and are simply separated by an evening fire, a cold beer and a silent review of ‘The Plan’. Because the only thing that really matters in this world is how to fool the next big bass…”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBig bass in tough water are a different beast. 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With a broad casting recommendation of 2-12gm this is a truly versatile BFS rod that has the popular lure choices covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExhibiting extreme lightness in the hand and incredible sensitivity and balance, the BFS LongCast has the perfect rod length for extra casting distance in open areas but also has some low-down power for tackling bigger fish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blank action is smooth loading which is imperative when casting ultra-light lures. It opens the window a little wider for when the lure can be released to accurately reach the target.\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBlank construction is the new ‘5X’. This all-new blank technology is super responsive, ultra lightweight and is constructed with blended carbons and nano resin. All designed to maximise Millerods benchmarks of lightweight sensitivity!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe multi-guide train is a composition of Kigan titanium ultra-light guide frames that are ideal for BFS. The generous quantity of 11 guides + tip-top are corrosion free and guarantee line runs true and easy and further enhances the overall casting and retrieving smoothness of this rod performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exclusive, custom Millerods anti-tangle hook keeper keeps the lure stowed at the ready in-between casts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Millerods ‘Drifter’ style handle incorporates a minimalist EVA butt grip, short cork casting grip, carbon locking fore-grip and alloy seat fittings. The BFS LongCast utilises a lightweight barrel, coated with soft-touch paint to stay smooth in the palm. This is all finished with the anti-skid Millerods butt cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile this rod is perfect for estuary fishing, it's equally suited to any BFS application where a rod of this length is suitable and some fish fighting authority is needed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e^Millerods recommends the use of the FG knot for connecting braided fishing lines to monofilament leaders. All Ian’s lure casting guide trains are selected with this connecting knot in mind.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45271259283479,"sku":null,"price":485.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0804\/2754\/8695\/files\/5636855876.jpg?v=1783402490"},{"product_id":"road-crew-backpacker","title":"Road Crew Backpacker","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" id=\"docs-internal-guid-da52ce8d-7fff-9fe2-b717-01cb035ca928\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7'3\"      5pc (packed length 535mm)    \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Med action\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended lure range 2-10gm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended line 1-3kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKigan titanium frame Zirconia ceramic multi-guide train (9+1 with #5 smallest size^)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRRP$499 (plus freight which is typically $55)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" id=\"docs-internal-guid-0115b61c-7fff-fe67-27bc-b93f6bbcc1d8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ‘Road Crew’ range is multi-section, high-performance and exceptional! Largely based on the most popular of our exclusive Millerods models, they’re ideally suited to fishing here in Australia – or anywhere in the world where your favourite rod is needed!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Backpacker is an ultra-light spin rod. The design is actually a hybrid blend between two of Millerods most popular rods; the XFLC and the GrubFreak Lt!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis creates a light-tipped, versatile UL spin model for finesse applications, with plenty of low-down fish fighting power that kicks in if it’s needed… and when a travelling angler is prospecting new water this can definitely happen!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThink bream, bones, trout or perch and similar species anywhere in the world where small lures – especially soft plastics – and finesse presentation are required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the hand, the Backpacker is sensitive and very lightweight. At 7’3” length, the Backpacker has the perfect blend of accuracy and distance when casting – which you can do all day without fatigue. That low-down power will give you some fish control around structure or in a current.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlank construction is all custom, high-grade graphite. Our exclusive custom Road Crew blanks are not based on a simple selection of material that runs throughout the range, or even throughout each model. Every part is made of the most suitable blend for that specific section of the rod! All ferrules are ‘put in’ style, creating the optimal solution to create a more robust blank while maintaining the Millerods benchmarks of balanced sensitivity!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe multi-guide train features 9 guides plus tip-top in corrosion proof titanium frames, and super hard Zirconia ceramic. This further enhances the smooth action and provides exceptional line control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf course, our custom exclusive anti-tangle hook keeper will be there at hand to keep your lure at the ready, but otherwise virtually disappears.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ergonomic handle features lightweight carbon reel seat parts in a skeleton design to enhance sensitivity during lure retrieves. The EVA butt grip and butt cap are x-firm EVA for hard wearing performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e^Millerods recommends the use of the FG knot for connecting braided fishing lines to monofilament leaders. 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Largely based on the most popular of our exclusive Millerods models, they’re ideally suited to fishing here in Australia – or anywhere in the world where your favourite rod is needed!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Hitcher is a light spin rod. The design is a hybrid blend between two of Millerods hard-body lure rods; the TwitchFreak Lt and the TwitchFreak Medium – so effectively a light-medium power.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis creates a versatile rod with a super-smooth action that’s perfect for lures with treble hooks but also suitable for any lure in the 3-10gm range. It’s also perfect for soft plastics on live-scope applications!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThink bass, trout or perch and similar species anywhere in the world where small lures and an accurate presentation are required. We’ve extensively tested this rod on Aussie species such as flathead and golden perch, as well as smallmouth bass in the USA and Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the hand, this rod is sensitive, balanced and very lightweight. At 6’10” length, the Hitcher is all about smooth, accurate casting and fish fighting. Keep it in hand all day without fatigue. The action is ideal for twitching lures (and strolling) and the smooth action keeps fine hook-holds together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlank construction is all custom, high-grade graphite. Our exclusive custom Road Crew blanks are not based on a simple selection of material that runs throughout the range, or even throughout each model. Every part is made of the most suitable blend for that specific section of the rod! All ferrules are ‘put in’ style, creating the optimal solution to create a more robust blank while maintaining the Millerods benchmarks of balanced sensitivity!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe multi-guide train features 8 guides plus tip-top in corrosion proof titanium frames, and super hard Zirconia ceramic. This further enhances the smooth action and provides exceptional line control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf course, our custom exclusive anti-tangle hook keeper will be there at hand to keep your lure at the ready, but otherwise virtually disappears.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ergonomic handle features lightweight carbon reel seat parts in a skeleton design to enhance sensitivity during lure retrieves. 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