Vanford Snapper Combo

Shimano Vanford 5000

The all new Vanford is designed to become the ultimate finesse fishing reel with a super-fast start up. Replacing the iconic Stradic Ci4+, this reel is equipped with a range of technology upgrades that sets the Vanford apart. Still drawing upon a lightweight Ci4+ body construction, the new MGL rotor makes the reel 48% lighter to turn when compared to a standard rotor design. Micromodule Gear II and Silent Drive is featured in the new Vanford and the Hagane Gear has been upgraded for added strength. X-Protect provides high-level water resistance without sacrificing light gear and rotor rotation. This has increased the durability of the Vanford’s roller clutch and line roller to an IPX8 standard. By incorporating the new Long Stroke Spool design, casting performance has also been improved.

Penn Battle Elite – 762MHSP – 6-10kg

Introducing an exciting series to just land in our store, the Penn Battle Elite series of high performance offshore orientated fishing rods! Hot Tackle worked closely with the experts at Penn Australia during the development of this epic series of rods, going back and forth with their team until we perfected the actions of each model. The range covers a vast array of fishing scenarios from lighter snapper spin models right through to heavy overhead trolling rods. Check out the spec table below to suss out the full range. Featuring as many key Penn technologies as we could manage to squeeze in whilst still hitting the targeted price-point, the team here at Hot Tackle are super stoked with how they come up cosmetically but also – and most importantly – how they feel in the hand and out on the water!

High Performance SLS Construction Graphite Blank – SLS3 construction uses inner and outer spiral wrap layers of carbon fibre to sandwich middle layers of alternating longitudinal carbon and glass. The spiral wraps maintain a round cross section in the blank when under load which helps the blank handle higher loads. The middle layers of unidirectional carbon and glass create the backbone of the rod by utilising the strength of glass combined with the lightweight of the carbon fibre to deliver a strong, balanced, and thin rod blank.

Fuji ‘’O’’ring K Guides – An entry level guide that has been used for many years, Aluminum Oxide guides are diamond polished to an ultra-smooth finish, economically priced and come in a variety of frame styles and finishes.

Lightweight Penn Graphite Reel Seat – Strong lightweight and durable

Contoured Shrink Tube EVA Grips – Superior comfort and ergonomics plus shrink tube handles provide a secure grip when wet or dry.

4 x Berkley Snapper Gulp! Soft Plastics