{"product_id":"crowder-bluewater-igfa-trolling-rods","title":"Crowder Bluewater IGFA Trolling Rod | Offshore Big Game Fishing Rod","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrowder Bluewater IGFA Trolling Rods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrowder Bluewater IGFA Trolling Rods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are premium offshore big-game fishing rods built for anglers who demand exceptional strength, dependable performance, and tournament-grade components. Designed and manufactured in Florida, these professional-grade trolling rods combine durable E-Glass blanks with premium AFTCO hardware to handle the demanding conditions of offshore trolling and big-game fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 lb, 50 lb, 80 lb, and 130 lb IGFA line classes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Crowder Bluewater series is designed for targeting sailfish, marlin, tuna, wahoo, and other powerful offshore gamefish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you're trolling the Gulf of Mexico, running offshore of Florida's Atlantic coast, or preparing for a big-game fishing tournament, these rods offer the strength and component quality serious offshore anglers expect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore our complete selection of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/premiertackle.com\/collections\/offshore-fishing\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffshore Fishing Gear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for premium trolling rods, conventional reels, and big-game fishing equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium E-Glass Construction for Offshore Strength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrowder Bluewater IGFA Trolling Rods are built on premium E-Glass blanks engineered for durability, strength, and controlled flex under heavy loads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike lightweight inshore rods, these trolling rods are designed for sustained pressure when fighting powerful offshore fish from a conventional trolling setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey features include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium E-Glass blanks:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Strong, durable construction with progressive flex for demanding big-game applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIGFA line classes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Available in 30, 50, 80, and 130 lb configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTournament-grade components:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e AFTCO hardware and premium guide systems, depending on the model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStraight and curved butt options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Select models feature AFTCO Uni-Butt or Stora-Butt configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty guide options:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e AFTCO HD, Big Foot, and Wind-On roller systems are available on designated models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlorida-made craftsmanship:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Designed by Rob Crowder and manufactured in Florida.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer warranty:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lifetime warranty against factory defects, subject to Crowder's warranty terms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrowder Bluewater IGFA Line Classes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30 lb Class – Sailfish \u0026amp; Light Offshore Trolling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 30 lb class provides an option for anglers targeting sailfish, dolphin, smaller tuna, and other offshore species with lighter conventional trolling tackle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal for anglers who want a responsive big-game trolling setup without stepping into heavier 50 or 80 lb equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50 lb Class – Versatile Offshore Big-Game Trolling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 50 lb class is a versatile option for Florida offshore fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for trolling applications targeting wahoo, tuna, dolphin, sailfish, and billfish, depending on tackle selection and fishing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable configurations include straight and curved butts, along with specialized guide options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e80 lb Class – Heavy Offshore Trolling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 80 lb class is designed for anglers targeting larger offshore gamefish where substantial rod strength and heavy conventional tackle are necessary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA strong option for large tuna, marlin, and other powerful species requiring serious big-game equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e130 lb Class – Maximum Big-Game Trolling Power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 130 lb class represents the heaviest line category in the Bluewater IGFA trolling lineup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for demanding big-game fishing, these rods are suited to heavy conventional tackle and targeting exceptionally powerful offshore fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAFTCO Roller Guides \u0026amp; Butt Configurations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Crowder Bluewater IGFA series offers several specialized configurations designed around different offshore trolling applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAFTCO HD Roller Guides:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Heavy-duty roller systems engineered for demanding conventional trolling applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAFTCO Big Foot Rollers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Available on heavier line-class models for big-game fishing setups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAFTCO Wind-On Rollers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Specialized roller configurations designed to accommodate compatible wind-on leader systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStraight Butts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional trolling rod configurations suitable for a range of rod holders and fighting arrangements.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurved Butts:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Available on select models for anglers who prefer a curved-butt configuration with compatible fighting equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComponent specifications vary by model. 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