New Acculite
Long-reach HVF carbon spinning rods for salmon, steelhead, and surf fishing
The Daiwa New Acculite is a budget-to-mid-tier spinning series primarily made for salmon, steelhead, and surf applications. The series fits anglers who fish Pacific Northwest rivers for salmon and steelhead, as well as coastal surf fishers who need longer blanks capable of reaching beyond the break. Entry-level and occasional-use anglers are the core audience given the accessible price point. Blanks use HVF carbon fiber technology according to Daiwa's published specs, which results in lighter and faster action compared to standard carbon construction at this price tier.
Fuji diamond-polished aluminum oxide guides are listed as standard, and cork handles are used on most models. The series is 2-piece throughout. Action designations include F (fast), S (slow), and one M (moderate), which maps to the distinct fishing styles the series serves. Eleven models span 8'6" to 10'6" in L through MH power. The 8'6" tier (F-action M, MH, ML) covers the heavier surf and steelhead swing fishing range. The 9' tier mirrors the 8'6" power range with the same F-action M, MH, ML, plus an S-action L model for ultralight surf work.
The 9'6" tier adds a third L-power model in M-action (ACLT962LRS) and maintains the S and F action options, providing float fishing, drift fishing, and heavy surf coverage within a single series.
Shaded band: the spread of the lineup's 11 models, as percentile rank among same-type rods. Solid line = series median · dashed ring = catalog median.
- Models
- 11 spinning
- Length
- 8'6"–10'6" 2.59–3.20 m
- Power
- L–MH 4 classes
- Action
- F–S
- Line
- 2–20 lb
- Lure
- 1/16–1 1/2 oz 1.8–42.5 g
- Market
- United States
- Released
- 2022
Rods in this series
11 models| Save | Model | Length | Power | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACLT862MLFS | 8'6" | ML | Buy on Amazon | |
| ACLT862MFS | 8'6" | M | — | |
| ACLT862MHFS | 8'6" | MH | — | |
| ACLT902LSS | 9' | L | — | |
| ACLT902MLFS | 9' | ML | — | |
| ACLT902MFS | 9' | M | — | |
| ACLT902MHFS | 9' | MH | Buy on Amazon | |
| ACLT962LSS | 9'6" | L | — | |
| ACLT962LRS | 9'6" | L | — | |
| ACLT962MFS | 9'6" | M | Buy on Amazon | |
| ACLT1062LSS | 10'6" | L | — |
Model notes
4 of 11 modelsHeaviest model in the lineup. MH at 8'6" with F action handles heavier surf weights, large steelhead lures, and salmon plugs. The 1.5oz ceiling and 20lb line mark a clear shift from the finesse L-power models toward saltwater surf and heavy river duty.
S-action (slow) at L power is a noodle-style rod for light-line steelhead drift fishing with float or bead rigs. The parabolic action absorbs runs on light tippet. A specialized light-line river rod within an otherwise moderate-heavy lineup.
The sole M-action (moderate) model in the series. Placed at 9'6" L power, this sits between the noodle-style S-action models and the stiff F-action workhorses, suitable for float fishing or light spinning applications where some rod load is needed for lure feel.
Longest model and the second S-action entry. At 10'6", this is a dedicated steelhead float/drift rod or ultra-light surf rod. Slow action and L power prioritize fish-fighting over casting distance, uncommon in this price bracket at this length.