Fishing Rod Database

M1 Inshore

Mid-price saltwater casting and spinning series for inshore and nearshore gamefish

Models
14
Length
7.3'–9.0'
Type
Casting / Spinning

The Phenix M1 Inshore serves coastal and nearshore anglers pursuing calico bass, redfish, snook, speckled trout, and Gulf Coast pelagics. The series fits anglers who fish from jetties, beaches, or boats in saltwater environments and need a rod that handles extended sessions without corrosion damage. Line ratings from 10-25lb (ML) through 20-45lb (H Full) cover a broad set of presentations, paddle tails, swimbaits, topwater, and iron. Blanks are built on unidirectional carbon fiber incorporating nanotube technology, resulting in a lightweight yet stiff profile.

All models ship with Fuji New O-Ring guides and a custom high-density EVA split grip handle suited for wet-hand use. Action is XF throughout the casting lineup, with the lone spinning models running F. The tip section is sensitive but transitions quickly to backbone, supporting clean hook sets and control of larger gamefish. The 14-model lineup divides into 11 casting rods (7'3"–9') and 3 spinning rods (7'3"–7'11"). Casting models split by power, ML for lighter finesse presentations (10-25lb), MH as the workhorse inshore range (15-35lb), and H/Full configurations for heavy surf, kelp bed, and pelagic work (20-45lb).

The spinning trio handles lighter retrieves and finesse lures on 8-35lb line. Two full-grip casting models at 7'9" and 8'2" address longer casting scenarios.


Deeper Dive

A closer look at notable models.

SMX-S 73L Spinning · 7'3" · MH · F action

Lightest spinning model; L power and 8-20lb line window for finesse lures and lighter plastics. Shortest of the three spinning options at 7'3"; suited to dock fishing or close-quarters inshore work.

SMX-C 79H(Full) Casting · 7'9" · XH · XF action

Full grip H-power casting rod built for heavy surf or boat work made for larger inshore and nearshore species. The 7'9" length extends casting range; 20-45lb line rating and XF action suit big swimbaits and heavy irons.

SMX-C 82H(Full) Casting · 8'2" · XH · XF action

Longest casting model in the series at 8'2". Full-grip H-power configuration intended for beach or pier work where distance matters; XF action still provides quick hooksets on running fish.

SMX-C 90H(Full) Casting · 9' · H · XF action

Nine-foot casting rod, the longest in the lineup, for surf-style presentations or extended reach off rocky structure. Despite H power, the 15-40lb line window is slightly lighter than the 79H and 82H full-grip models.


Rods in this series

Model Length Power Price
SMX-S 73L 7'3" MHI
SMX-C 73MH 7'3" HI
SMX-S 77M 7'7" HI
SMX-C 77MH 7'7" HI
SMX-C 77ML 7'7" MHI
SMX-C 79H(Full) 7'9" XHI
SMX-C 711MH 7'11" HI
SMX-C 711ML 7'11" MHI
SMX-S 711ML 7'11" MHI
SMX-C 82H(Full) 8'2" XHI
SMX-C 82MH 8'2" HI
SMX-C 82ML 8'2" MHI
SMX-C 90H(Full) 9' HI
SMX-C 90M 9' HI

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