Myth Casting Rod
40-ton Japanese graphite bass casting rods with Zonal Action Technology across 11 models
- Models
- 11
- Length
- 6.7'–8.0'
- Type
- Casting
The 13 Fishing Myth Casting series is sold as a versatile all-technique baitcasting lineup for bass anglers. It sits in the upper-mid tier of the 13 Fishing rod range, above the entry-level Defy, below the Fate, and is intended for anglers who want technique-specific performance without buying into a flagship price point. Primary serves are largemouth and smallmouth bass across a range of presentations. Blanks are Japanese PVG 40-ton graphite using Zonal Action Technology, where blank flex characteristics vary by zone along the blank instead of holding a single taper.
Guides are Fuji Stainless Steel K-Frame with Alconite inserts. The reel seat is Evolve's custom unit with split-grip premium Portuguese 4A cork and Japanese EVA. The series carries a 5-year limited warranty. Most models run Fast action; two models use a MOD-Fast designation (MYTC72MH-MODF, MYTC75MH-MODF), and two use XF (MYTC73MH-XF, MYTC76MH-XF). The 11-model lineup spans 6'8" to 8'0" in M through XH power. The 7'-class MH and H models form the core versatile range.
Two 7'6" models (MH-XF and H-F) cover finesse-heavy flipping and versatile pitching. The sole 8'0" XH model handles big swimbaits and heavy flipping applications. An 8" magnum-length 7'8" MH-F rounds out the lineup for situations requiring extra casting distance with medium-heavy loads.
Deeper Dive
A closer look at notable models.
Shortest model. M power at 6'8" fits dock fishing, close-quarters crankbait work, and smaller-water bass situations. Less common length in modern baitcasting lineups, suited for anglers who find 7'+ too unwieldy on tight structure.
MOD-Fast action in MH power. The softer tip versus the XF/F siblings loads better for crankbaits and squarebills, the MOD-F designation explicitly signals a cranking-tuned blank. Line ceiling of 20lb keeps it in medium-duty bass territory.
XF action at 7'3" MH is a finesse-to-moderate jig and Texas rig tool. The stiff tip enables precise lure placement and faster hook sets on soft plastics. Contrasts with the 72MH-MODF counterpart made for moving baits.
"Mag" designation likely indicates magnum-length blank, 7'8" is an unusual length that bridges the standard 7'6" and 8'0" gap. MH-F at this length gains distance for big-water presentations and vibrating jig or swim jig coverage.
Longest and heaviest model. XH at 8' is a dedicated big swimbait, heavy punch bait, or distant flipping rod. The 2oz lure ceiling covers larger swimbaits and bladed jigs. An outlier in the series for dedicated power applications.
Rods in this series
| Model | Length | Power | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| MYTC68M-F | 6'8" | M | — |
| MYTC71M-F | 7'1" | M | — |
| MYTC72MH-MODF | 7'2" | MH | — |
| MYTC73MH-XF | 7'3" | MH | — |
| MYTC74H-F | 7'4" | M | — |
| MYTC75MH-MODF | 7'5" | MH | — |
| MYTC76H-F | 7'6" | H | — |
| MYTC76MH-XF | 7'6" | MH | — |
| MYTC78MH-Mag-F | 7'8" | MH | — |
| MYTC711H-F | 7'11" | H | — |
| MYTC8XH-F | 8'0" | XH | — |