$199.00
| Length | 6'11" |
|---|---|
| Taper | EXTRA FAST |
| Power | LIGHT |
| Lure Rating | 1/16 – 3/8oz |
| Line Rating | 5 – 12lb |
Designed for finesse presentations like dropshots and neko rigs, the LEVANTE WHIPSNAKE has the sensitivity to feel subtle changes at the end of your line, refined control to impart delicate action, and whip-quick power to unleash decisive hooksets. Extra-fast taper allows for a sensitive tip section that transitions load with silky speed, shifting the weight of the fight into the mid and butt section of the blank to maintain control. Silky-smooth load transfer along WHIPSNAKE’s length maximizes the performance of light line, virtually eliminating the line breakage so often associated with unrefined tapers.
LEVANTE’s proprietary high-density layered graphite construction focuses on material efficiency and action consistency. By reducing excess resin and optimizing layer patterning for each model, the blank delivers improved balance and recovery while maintaining the durability required for daily use. The result is a responsive yet stable feel that enhances casting precision and lure control without sacrificing forgiveness.
Matched to each rod’s taper and intended application, Megabass’s original guide layout prioritizes smooth energy transfer and feel. This system supports LEVANTE’s strong casting performance and controlled load distribution, allowing anglers to cover water efficiently while maintaining accuracy and feel.
Precision-machined from solid aluminum, this lightweight hood provides secure reel mounting and consistent rigidity while contributing to overall balance and durability.
LEVANTE incorporates ITO-designed ergonomic reel seats developed to support natural hand positioning and intuitive control. Minimalist contact surfaces reduce unnecessary material while preserving stability, comfort, and sensitivity across both casting and spinning applications.
Built for power fishing, the sculpted design and long trigger provide overwhelming grip for big bait and heavy cover applications. Whether one or two-finger casting or utilizing a full-palm retrieve, ITS is designed to accommodate various grip styles with confidence.
The fast-back design of the reel seat bridge fits deep in the palm of the hand, providing increased contact points to improve feel and control in spinning applications. The IES’s sweeping, tapered fore-grip allows direct contact with the exposed blank, enhancing the kind of delicate bite-detection that is required in deep finesse fishing.
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