Fishing Rod Database

Helium

Ultralight KC9X high-modulus bass rods, 23 years running.

Models
22
Length
6.8'–7.8'
Price
$249.95–$400
Type
Casting / Spinning

The Helium has been Kistler's lighter-than-air series for over two decades, built on KC9X high-modulus carbon and handmade in America. The 2026 generation is lighter and stronger again, averaging around four ounces.

The deep lineup covers the full bass technique range, including a glide-bait model and the legendary 7'10" MAD.


Rods in this series

Model Length Power Price
HE69LMH 6'9" MH Buy from Kistler
HE69M 6'9" M Buy from Kistler
HE69MH 6'9" MH Buy from Kistler
HE69HMH 6'9" H Buy from Kistler
HESP70LMH 7'0" MH Buy from Kistler
HE70H 7'0" H Buy from Kistler
HE70HMH 7'0" H Buy from Kistler
HE70LMH 7'0" MH Buy from Kistler
HE70M 7'0" M Buy from Kistler
HE70MH 7'0" MH Buy from Kistler
HE70ML 7'0" ML Buy from Kistler
HESP70ML 7'0" ML Buy from Kistler
HESP70M 7'0" M Buy from Kistler
HE-GLIDE-73XH 7'3" XH Buy from Kistler
HE73H 7'3" H Buy from Kistler
HE73HMH 7'3" H Buy from Kistler
HE73LMH 7'3" MH Buy from Kistler
HE73MH 7'3" MH Buy from Kistler
HESP73LMH 7'3" MH Buy from Kistler
HE76H 7'6" H Buy from Kistler
HE76XH 7'6" XH Buy from Kistler
HE710MAD 7'10" M Buy from Kistler