Fishing Rod Database

礁楽

Made-in-Japan shore lure rod covering micro rockfish finesse to heavy surf casting

Models
11
Length
5.8'–9.2'
Type
Casting / Spinning

The Megabass 礁楽 (Shoreluck) is a shore-based saltwater lure rod series made in Japan, made for light to mid-range rock fishing, seabass, and inshore species from shoreline positions. The series name translates roughly as "shore pleasure" or "joy of the rocks," and Megabass's own English copy frames it as "brilliant craftsmanship for the ultimate catch." The target angler is a skilled shore angler working Japanese coastal rock platforms (磯, iso), breakwaters, and sandy beaches with both light finesse presentations and moderately heavy surface plugs and metal jigs.

All blanks are 2-piece construction with stow lengths from 92cm (the compact 5'10" UL model) to 143cm (the 9'2" H surf-class model). Manufacturer weights run 83g to 219g across the spectrum. Per the official spec table, the series uses a handmade blank process at Megabass's Japanese facility. Lure ratings span MAX 5g (SL-510ULS) to MAX 70g (SL-811XXHC); line from MAX 4lb PE 0.4 to MAX 30lb PE 5.0. Actions include EX. FAST, FAST, REGULAR FAST, MEDIUM FAST, and REGULAR, a broader action spread than most single-purpose shore series, reflecting the lineup's species breadth.

The 11 models segment into three functional groups: light finesse/micro fishing (SL-510ULS, SL-72LS, SL-76LS, SL-75MLS, SL-82MLS for MAX 5–16g lures in ML and lighter); mid-range shore casting (SL-72H+S, SL-72MLBF as a baitcaster, SL-71HC casting model for 40–50g lures at PE 2.0–3.0); and heavy shore casting for distance surf work (SL-80XHC, SL-811XXHC, SL-92HS for 40–70g lures at PE 4.0–5.0). SL-72MLBF is the sole casting-style rod in a predominantly spinning lineup.


Deeper Dive

A closer look at notable models.

SL-510ULS Spinning · 5'10" · UL · XF action

Shortest and lightest model; 83g, 92cm stowed. MAX 5g / PE 0.4 for micro-lure rockfish and light meバル (mebaru) fishing from shore. Extra-fast UL action for high-frequency micro-jig work in the lower water column.

SL-72H+S Spinning · 7'2" · H · F action

Mid-length H-power model, 151g. MAX 50g / PE 2.5 for heavier shore plugs, sinking pencils, and metal jigs from rock positions. The H+ designation implies an upgraded or reinforced power variant within the standard H spec.

SL-72MLBF Casting · 7'2" · ML · XF action

Only baitcasting-style model in the lineup. XF action at 7'2", MAX 16g / PE 1.2. Suited to casting lightweight shore plugs and jigs with baitcasting precision on the rock. The sole option for anglers who prefer casting gear for light shore work.

SL-811XXHC Casting · 8'11" · H · F action

Second-longest model; 219g. MAX 70g / PE 5.0. Casting-style at 8'11" for distance heavy shore work from high rock platforms or breakwaters. XXH designation is the heaviest in the series; serves large shore pelagics and GT-class fish.

SL-92HS Spinning · 9'2" · H · F action

Longest model; 163g. MAX 40g / PE 2.0. Surf-class spinning at 9'2" for distance casting from open beach and exposed headlands. Lighter than the 8'11" XXH casting model despite the extra length, reflecting a surf-presentation focus over brute power.


Rods in this series

Model Length Power Price
SL-510ULS 5'10" UL
SL-71HC 7'1" MHI
SL-72H+S 7'2" H
SL-72LS 7'2" L
SL-72MLBF 7'2" MLI
SL-75MLS 7'5" ML
SL-76LS 7'6" L
SL-80XHC 8' HI
SL-82MLS 8'2" ML
SL-811XXHC 8'11" HI
SL-92HS 9'2" H

I Power rating inferred from the lure / line-weight recommendation — not specified by the manufacturer.