2015 Spinning & Catalog

www.douglasoutdoors.com SPINNING & CASTING RODS

X-MatrixTECHNOLOGY A Casting: fresh water, full rear grip B Casting: in-shore reel seat, full rear grip C Casting: fresh water, split grip D Spinning: in-shore, full rear grip E Spinning: freshwater, full rear grip F Spinning: freshwater, split grip

Here at Douglas Outdoors, we knew we would have to develop the best Spinning and Casting rods to make our mark in a crowded marketplace, so we went to work. Our rod design team, led by Pro Angler Fred Contaoi, built a crisp and concise line comprising of 13 Spinning and 14 Casting rods.

The DXS and DXC rods are the culmination of our design team’s experience in over fifty nations and every imaginable condition. Using our exclusive, new proprietary X-Matrix material, Douglas’ DXS and DXC series is truly premium. The result is 27 of the most exquisite actions that provide excellent strength to weight ratios and stunning looks.

Features & Benefits:

Made from a new and proprietary carbon matrix construction, the DXS and DXC Rods feature pro-actions with strength and sensitivity. Featuring unique Kigan hook keepers, Fuji alkaline guides, EVA high-density grips, custom graphite-spacer inserts to provide a seamless, comfortable reel seat, a ground breaking strength-to- weight ratio, and exceptional tapers for smooth presentations and superb handling. The new Douglas Spinning & Casting rods are one of the more exciting new products to come to market in several years. X-MATRIX SPINNING RODS

ITEM # ROD LENGTH LINE WEIGHT (oz.) LURE RATE PIECE HANDLE MSRP 30000 DXS 7023MF 7’ 4-8 lb. Test 3.4 oz 1/16-7/16 3 E $295.00 This light-duty 3-piece rod is perfect for the light tackle angler on the go. , bonefish, , grayling and can all be tackled with this gem of a rod.

30001 DXS 7043F 7’ 10-17 lb. Test 4.2 oz 1/4-5/8 3 D $295.00 Bait and lures for multiple species can be fished for with this mid-duty travel rod. Small snook, bonefish, jacks, redfish, bass and silver are a perfect match for this traveling companion.

30002 DXS 785F 7’ 8” 10-20 lb. Test 4.1 oz 1/4-1 1/4 1 D $325.00 This in-shore spinning rod will work well for casting bucktail jigs for stripers and surface lures. Jacks, reds, juvenile tarpon, cobia and snappers can be subdued with ease. The added length will make distance casting a snap.

30003 DXS 6822F 6’8” 2-6 lb. Test 3.2 oz 1/16-5/16 2 F $285.00 This rod is a great choice for casting lures in lakes and rivers for trout and small-mouth bass. It casts a jig and float well for both trout and . Split shotting small plastics for bass is also a treat with this rod.

30004 DXS 7232F 7’2” 4-8 lb. Test 3.4 oz 1/16-3/8 2 F $295.00 Super-sensitive, light and responsive is this 2-piece light-duty rod. Toss lures, bubble and flies with this rod. It also works well for employing the Neko or mid-strolling for bass. Light in the tip, but powerful enough to land big trout.

30005 DXS 6103F 6’ 10” 6-12 lb. Test 3.17 oz 1/8-7/16 1 F $295.00 This is a shakeyhead and light-weight rod. It has an extra fast tip so you can detect the subtle bites. There is plenty of hook setting power to get through the plastic and get the hook into them!

30006 DXS 6103XF 6’ 10” 6-10 lb. Test 3.7 oz 1/8-7/16 1 F $325.00 This is a very light and sensitive drop shot rod. It has a light tip so you can detect the subtle bites as the bass takes your worm. The rod also works well for wacky worming.

30007 DXS 592XF 5’ 9” 2-6 lb. Test 2.8 oz 1/32-3/16 1 F $295.00 This is an ultralight rod for panfish and trout. Casts light lures or bait with ease. This is a beautiful choice for the most discerning of ultralight fishermen.

30008 DXS 683XF 6’ 8” 6-10 lb. Test 3.5 oz 1/16-5/16 1 F $295.00 This is an all-around light-line bass . Perfect for casting tubes, soft plastics and spider grubs. Lots of power and sensitivity with this light line rod.

30009 DXS 9042MF 9’ 8-15 lb. Test 4.2 oz 1/8-1/2 2 E $325.00 This is a 2-piece steelhead specific rod. Light in the hand, it is perfect for bottom-drifting or float fishing on your favorite steelhead river.

30010 DXS 7103MF 7’ 10” 6-12 lb. Test 3.95 oz 1/8-1/2 1 F $325.00 This is a super light and sensitive, yet responsive, rod for steelhead side-drifting from a boat. It’s one piece design allows the angler to whip even the largest steelhead with light line. The rod also works well for light-line bass casting of small crank baits.

30011 DXS 8103MF 8’ 10” 8-14 lb. Test 4.1 oz 1/8-1/2 1 F $350.00 This rod is specifically designed with the wading steelhead angler in mind. This one-piece rod is the best steelhead ’s tool.

30027 DXS 724XF 7’ 2” 6-12 lb. Test 3.45 oz 1/8-7/16 1 C $250.00 Distance and accuracy are easily achievable with this extra fast action bass rod. Jigs, tubes and senkos fish well on this 6-12 pound rod. The rod also works well for saltwater docklight fishing for sea trout, small jacks and snook. X-MATRIX CASTING RODS

ITEM # ROD LENGTH LINE WEIGHT (oz.) LURE RATE PIECE HANDLE MSRP 30012 DXC 765XF 7’6” 15-25 lb. Test 5.45 oz 5/16-1 1/4 1 C $325.00 This rod was designed for casting big jigs and fishing for bass. The extra fast tip makes it super sensitive to differentiate between rocky bottoms and subtle strikes. It is a super choice for medium size Alabama Rigs.

30013 DXC 7116F 7’ 11” 17-30 lb. Test 6.4 oz 2-6 3 E $375.00 This rod is specifically designed for throwing big swim baits and Alabama Rigs. It is light in the hand and easy on the body while casting heavy baits all day! The perfect rod for sailfish and tarpon.

30014 DXC 765F 7’ 6” 10-20 lb. Test 5.45 oz 3/4-3 1 B $325.00 This in-shore rod will cast larger baits and lures with ease. A good all-around rod for cobia, callico bass, tarpon and big snook. This rod is a workhorse for big salty fish. Larger guides are used to allow leader knots to pass through guides with ease.

30015 DXC 764F 7’ 6” 10-20 lb. Test 4.6 oz 5/16-1 1/4 1 B $325.00 This 4-power rod is perfect for casting live bait or lures for big in-shore fish. Light enough to cast delicate live baits or lures, but with a powerful mid and butt section to fight larger fish. Larger guides are used to allow leader knots to pass through guides with ease.

30016 DXC 7116XF 7’ 11” 17-30 lb. Test 5.1 oz 5/16-2 1 C $375.00 This big stick is specifically made for flipping heavy cover and wood for bass. It’s light, long and powerful to pull the largest bass out of the slop.

30017 DXC 715F 7’ 1” 12-20 lb. Test 5.1 oz 5/16-2 1 C $350.00 Lots of hook setting power for open water frogs, spinner baits, jigs and pitching bulky plastics. This 5-power rod will not let you down!

30018 DXC 9042MF 9’ 8-15 lb. Test 4.25 oz 3/16-3/4 2 A $325.00 This is a classic 9’ medium-fast 2-piece steelhead and salmon drift or float rod. Very light and sensitive feel. You can’t go wrong with this rod.

30019 DXC 724F 7’ 2” 12-20 lb. Test 3.75 oz 1/8-7/16 1 C $325.00 Whether casting finesse jigs, ripping lipless crank baits or top water fishing, this light-line rod is a true performer.

30020 DXC 684F 6’ 8” 10-15 lb. Test 3.9 oz 1/8-7/16 1 C $299.00 A light line finesse jig, J-Rig and plastics rod for bass. This rod is a light-weight skipping and pitching machine.

30021 DXC 685XF 6’ 8” 14-20 lb. Test 3.7 oz 5/16-3/4 1 C $325.00 A great choice rod for all around pitching and open water . This rod has plenty of power to pull big fish away from cover.

30022 DXC 755F 7’ 5” 14-20 lb. Test 4 oz 5/16-1 1/2 1 C $325.00 This 7’5” swim bait, wake bait, football jig and big spinner bait rod casts well with lots of power to drive in bigger hooks. An all- around workhorse for medium size baits.

30023 DXC 805MF 8’ 12-20 lb. Test 4.75 oz 1/2-1 1/2 1 B $325.00 This medium-fast rod is well suited for distance casting paddle tail swim baits and the biggest deep diving crank baits for bass. The rod also makes a wonderful flat-line rod for back for kings or stripers with plugs.

30024 DXC 8104MF 8’ 10” 8-17 lb. Test 4 oz 1/4-3/4 1 B $350.00 The 8’ 10’’ one-piece rod is a steelheader’s dream with a light, sensitive and powerful butt section. There is not a better steelhead drift rod on the market!

30025 DXC 7103MF 7’ 10” 8-15 lb. Test 3.8 oz 1/4-3/4 1 A $325.00 The 7’ 10’’ length makes this medium-fast rod a perfect match for throwing mid to deep diving crank baits for bass. The rod is also our favorite for backtrolling plugs for steelhead.

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