PATRIOT DESIGN GRAND Captured NEO TK-R
The Grand Captured Neo TK-R series from the Japanese premium workshop Patriot Design represents a specialized lineup of 1.5-piece rods engineered exclusively in a spinning configuration for casting to large tuna and Giant Trevally (GT).The primary highlight of the Neo concept is a radical overhaul of geometry and balance. The engineers successfully reduced the butt diameter and shaved off overall weight while fully preserving the signature stiffness and massive torque required for working with heavy braided lines. By shifting the center of gravity closer to the angler's hand, the gear feels incredibly light in dynamic movement, yet instantly unleashes an aggressive power potential during casting and heavy-pressure fights.
Blank Technology and Structure:
The structural foundation of the series is a composite armor made of two premium materials: high-tension, ultra-high-density sintered graphite (Hard Core Graphite) and a Twin Aramid Kevlar braided weave. The upper and mid-sections of the blank feature enhanced rigidity, allowing the angler to punch through severe ocean head gales without parabolic oscillations and maintain direct, razor-sharp control over topwater lures.
Technical Specifications by Model (1.5-piece construction with Offset Handle joint):
Neo 77 TK-R
Length: 7'7" (approx. 231 cm).
Max Lure Weight: Up to 80g.
Line Rating: PE 3.0 – PE 6.0.
Drag Setting: 4 – 10 kg.
Profile: The optimal choice for boats with limited space and situations that demand maximum maneuvering speed when pumping fish at close quarters.
Neo 81 TK-R
Length: 8'1" (approx. 246 cm).
Max Lure Weight: Up to 100g.
Line Rating: PE 3.0 – PE 6.0.
Drag Setting: 4 – 12 kg.
Profile: A long-distance modification engineered to launch lures on thick lines right to the far boundaries of surface tuna feeds.
General Parameters:
Power Class: BBB
Action: Medium Fast.
Hardware: Genuine ergonomic FUJI reel seat with reinforced locking rings, high-durability guide rings in anti-tangle frames optimized for heavy braided lines in saltwater environments.
Reel Selection: These blanks pair perfectly with flagship offshore spinning reels in sizes 10000, 14000, or 18000 (Shimano standard).
Important Note: Since the original composite Kevlar blanks of this series are no longer manufactured in Japan, these rods are considered rare collector's items and are supplied without a manufacturer's factory warranty.
