SPEEDMASTER SURF CASTING
Two-model conventional surf casting rods, 10' and 12', Medium Heavy Fast, 3-10 oz for bait and
The Speedmaster Surf Casting series consists of two models covering the conventional casting side of Shimano's entry-level surf lineup. Both are Medium Heavy fast-action rods rated for 3-10 oz lure weight, a range that encompasses heavier surf metals, large chunk bait rigs, and pyramid sinker setups common in long-distance surf fishing. At $159.99 and $169.99 respectively, they sit at the most accessible price point in Shimano's surf rod range.
Construction uses diamond-wrap grips throughout for control in wet conditions, and both models carry a 6-inch foregrip. The 10-foot model does not list a guide type on its spec chart; the 12-foot model uses Fuji Alconite. Both feature 23- to 24-inch rear grips sized for two-hand casting mechanics needed to move heavy payload rigs to distance.
The casting format suits anglers fishing heavier conventional reels in the surf, where line control and power loading are prioritized over the line-management advantages of a spinning setup. The 3-10 oz range is substantially wider than most spinning surf rods in the Speedmaster series, making these models the practical choice for heavy-sinker bait fishing in strong tidal current.
Shaded band: the spread of the lineup's 2 models, as percentile rank among same-type rods. Solid line = series median · dashed ring = catalog median.
- Models
- 2 casting
- Length
- 10'–12' 3.05–3.66 m
- Power
- MH
- Action
- F
- Lure
- 3–10 oz 85–283 g
- List price
- $159.99–$169.99
- Market
- United States
Rods in this series
2 models| Save | Model | Length | Power | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPMC100MH2 | 10' | MH | Buy from Shimano | |
| SPMC120MH2 | 12' | MH | Buy on Amazon |
Model notes
All 2 models10'0" Medium Heavy Fast, 3-10 oz lure weight. The shorter of the two Speedmaster casting models. At 10 feet it trades maximum casting distance for easier handling on confined beaches, rocky points, or jetties where a 12-foot rod would be awkward to swing. No guide type is listed in the specification chart; otherwise matches the 12-foot model in power and action.
12'0" Medium Heavy Fast, 3-10 oz lure weight. Adds two feet over the 10-footer for greater casting arc and line height off the ground to clear waves. The 24-inch grip supports a full pendulum or off-the-ground delivery. Fuji Alconite guides are confirmed on this model. The go-to option when maximizing casting distance for bait placement is the priority.