ReKon Saltwater Spinning
IM6 saltwater spinning series spanning inshore light duty to heavy surf casting, 7'–12'
- Models
- 8
- Length
- 7.0'–12.0'
- Price
- $79.99–$114.99
- Type
- Spinning
Budget-to-mid-tier saltwater spinning series made for inshore and surf anglers who need a range from light pier/jetty work up to heavy surf casting. Species scope includes striped bass, redfish, snook, flounder at the short end and larger surf serves (stripers, sharks, bluefish) at the surf rod lengths. The 7'–8' models address boat/pier use; 9'–12' models are explicit surf rods. One user review noted the 7' heavy (15–30 lb rated) felt more like a 10–17 lb rod, a caveat on KastKing's power ratings running conservative.
Blanks are KastFlex IM6 carbon graphite with KastKing's 2-piece PTS (Power Transition System) ferruling for seamless blank feel across the joint. Zirconium ceramic guides on stainless steel frames provide heat dissipation and corrosion resistance. The 7' medium model features AAA cork handle; MH and H models use EVA grip. Graphite locking reel seat holds large spinning reels securely. Oversized drop shot hook keeper is listed as a standard feature, practical for surf rigs.
All eight are 2-piece spinning. Lengths run 7'–12', a wide spread that covers inshore through heavy surf. Power from M (lightest, 10–17 lb) to H (heaviest, 20–50 lb), all fast action. The short-and-light end (7' M, 7' H, 7'6" MH) handles boat/pier use; the 8'–12' range is dedicated surfcasting.
Deeper Dive
A closer look at notable models.
Cork-handled lighter-duty model; suits inshore snook, redfish, or light pier fishing. User reviews suggest actual feel is lighter than the stated 10–17 lb rating.
Long-range surf rod; 4–14 oz lure range accommodates heavy pyramid sinkers and large chunk baits for beach casting at distance. At $114.99, priced well below comparable surf blanks.
Rods in this series
| Model | Length | Power | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| KRDSPNRK-7H2DG | 7' | H | $84.99 |
| KRDSPNRK-7M2DG | 7' | M | $79.99 |
| KRDSPNRK-76MH2DG | 7'6" | MH | $89.99 |
| KRDSPNRK-8MH2DG | 8' | MH | $94.99 |
| KRDSPNRK-9H2DG | 9' | H | $99.99 |
| KRDSPNRK-10MH2DG | 10' | MH | $104.99 |
| KRDSPNRK-12H2DG | 12' | H | $114.99 |
| KRDSPNRK-11MH2DG | — | MH | $109.99 |