Tsunami SaltX II Surf Rod

30-ton HALO carbon. 70/30 split ferrule. Less blank diameter, more distance.

The Tsunami SaltX II Surf series is built for surfcasters who want distance, sensitivity, and the kind of blank durability that survives Northeast jetty abuse season after season. The 30-ton HALO Carbon Fiber blank with 100% nano-carbon scrim produces a slimmer, lighter blank than competitors at this price — you can feel the difference the first time you cast. The 70/30 tip-into-butt ferrule design gives 2-piece models near-one-piece feel without the travel hassle. Fuji Titanium K-Frame guides with Slim SiC rings keep braid running cleanly through long casts. Five models cover everything from 7'7" jetty work to 11' distance-casting beach work.

Key Features

• 30-ton HALO Carbon Fiber blank with 100% nano-carbon scrim
• 70/30 tip-into-butt ferrule on 2-piece models — one-piece feel, two-piece convenience
• Fuji Titanium K-Frame guides with Slim SiC inserts
• One-foot guides toward the tip reduce weight, improve balance
• Ergonomic grips overlaid with textured shrink rubber — secure when wet
• Fuji TVS 17 reel seat fits all reel foot sizes
• Fuji rubber butt cap — doesn't slip on slick waders
• Non-glare protective topcoat throughout

Specs

Rigging & Use

• 7'7" M: jetty work, small surf, schoolies — 5000-class reel
• 8'7" M / 9'7" MH: the everyday Northeast surf rods — 6000-class reel
• 10'7" MH: distance work, bigger plugs, wind-driven conditions — 6000-8000 class reel
• 11' XH: max distance, heavy plugs, deep-water surf — 8000-class reel
• Run 30-50 lb braid with a 30-50 lb fluorocarbon shock leader

Why We Like It

Tsunami's blank tech keeps getting better, and the SaltX II Surf series is the result — 30-ton modulus, Titanium guides, and a 70/30 split that lets you actually travel with these rods without losing the one-piece feel. The 9'7" MH is the do-it-all Northeast surf rod we sell the most of — covers most Rhode Island and Massachusetts beach scenarios, casts 100+ yards with the right plug, and holds up to multiple seasons of jetty abuse. Real value at the price point.