TERAMAR WEST COAST CASTING
Two-piece West Coast conventional casting rods, 9'–10', TC4 blanks for bait and jig techniques
- Models
- 2
- Length
- 9.0'–10.0'
- Price
- $219.99–$319.99
- Type
- Casting
The Teramar West Coast Casting series offers two two-piece conventional casting rods built around Shimano's TC4 blank construction with a Techtape outer wrap that protects the underlying fibers from impact damage. Both models are designed around West Coast saltwater techniques, covering the range from deckhand-style jig rods to heavier swimbait and live bait applications common from California piers, charter boats, and shore positions. Pac Bay Zirconia guides and diamond-wrap grip material complete the hardware package at a price point below the XX-series rods.
The two-piece configuration makes transport and storage straightforward for traveling or boat anglers. Both rods carry Fast action and run 9 to 10 feet in length, providing the reach and leverage needed to work baits in current, punch casts through wind, or manage fish in rocky kelp-adjacent structure. Grip lengths of approximately 29.5 to 31.8 inches accommodate both two-handed casting strokes and conventional rod-holder fishing.
The heavier model steps up to Extra Heavy power with 30-50 lb mono and a 2-5 oz lure range, while the 9-foot model is rated Heavy at 25-40 lb mono with no listed lure weight, suggesting its primary use with live or cut bait rather than casting artificials. Pricing separates sharply: the 9-foot runs $219.99 and the 10-foot runs $319.99, reflecting the XH power and larger build of the longer model.
Deeper Dive
A closer look at notable models.
A 9-foot, two-piece Heavy/Fast rod rated for 25-40 lb mono. No lure weight is listed, indicating its primary role as a bait rod for live and cut bait presentations from boats, piers, or shore. The deckhand-style handle with 29.5-inch diamond-wrap grip suits rod-holder fishing and controlled jigging strokes. Priced at $219.99.
The heavier and longer model at 10 feet with Extra Heavy power and Fast action, rated 30-50 lb mono and 2-5 oz lures. Suits heavy swimbait casting, large-profile jigs, and big live baits targeting halibut, yellowtail, and large calico bass. The 31.8-inch diamond-wrap grip supports two-handed casting leverage at this length and power rating. Priced at $319.99.
Rods in this series
| Model | Length | Power | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| TMCJ90HB2 | 9'0" | H | $219.99 |
| TMC100XHB2 | 10'0" | XH | $319.99 |