For long-range shore sea fishing, the Element Rider X5 S 2902 MH+ Shore Launcher makes its mark straight away: a spinning rod Illex designed to reach active fish and the most wary ones, even when conditions get tough.
Developed by the Illex sea team, this rod in two sections was designed to meet the specific needs of shore anglers. Its ultra-versatile profile, power and responsiveness make it easy to cast hard lures such as poppers, stickbaits and minnow lures over long distances, as well as soft lures and casting jigs. In use, it delivers that sought-after feeling of control: the rod loads smoothly on the cast, recovers powerfully and has enough reserve to remain effective against a headwind, in a strong current and in rough seas.
Its fast action is a real asset when working lures. It transmits every movement precisely to surface lures and minnow-style lures, while letting you detect the faintest bites and vibrations when fishing a soft bait such as a Nitro Shad or a Runner Blade. This responsiveness is backed by a generous power reserve, ideal for bringing a big fish under control without being overpowered, whether fishing from the beach, the rocks or the sea wall.
The top-of-the-range X5 blank, made using a pre-impregnated sheet process with carbon fibres oriented in three directions, gives the rod remarkable balance and a crisp response to every movement. The FUJI SiC + K + guides help reduce the risk of tangles when casting, while the VSS reel seat provides a more comfortable grip for long sessions with greater precision. Supplied with a screen-printed case and a rigid cordura protective tube, it is a natural choice for anglers travelling to target pollack and cod from the coasts of Northern Europe, as well as anglers pursuing large asp who need casting distance and control.
- Rod in two sections
- Ultra-versatile
- Very powerful
- Highly responsive
- Very well balanced
- Top-of-the-range X5 blank
- Pre-impregnated sheet process with carbon fibres oriented in three directions
- FUJI SiC + K + guides
- VSS reel seat
- Screen-printed case
- Rigid cordura protective tube
