{"product_id":"daiwa-proteus-boat-conventional-rod","title":"Daiwa Proteus Boat Conventional Rod | Saltwater Offshore Fishing Rod","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaiwa Proteus Boat Conventional Rod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaiwa Proteus Boat Conventional Rod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is built for serious saltwater anglers who need the power to handle hard-fighting fish without giving up the lighter, responsive feel of a modern carbon rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for both coastal and offshore boat fishing, the Proteus series combines Daiwa's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHVF Carbon blank construction, Braiding X reinforcement, Fuji FazLite K-Guides and premium Fuji reel seats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in a versatile lineup covering a wide range of conventional fishing applications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Florida Gulf Coast anglers, the Proteus is right at home bottom fishing for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egrouper and snapper, fishing live bait, working jigs or targeting larger gamefish around reefs, wrecks and offshore structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHVF Carbon Blank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Proteus Boat Rod is constructed using Daiwa's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHVF Carbon technology\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, producing a blank that's lightweight while maintaining the strength required for demanding saltwater fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompared with heavier traditional boat-rod materials, the carbon construction gives the Proteus a more responsive feel in the hand while maintaining the lifting power needed when a quality fish heads back toward structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBraiding X Reinforcement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaiwa reinforces the blank with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBraiding X\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a carbon tape construction designed to reduce twisting and distortion as the rod comes under load.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeeping the blank from unnecessarily twisting helps the rod maintain its intended action during a fight and provides a more controlled transfer of power from the angler to the fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat's particularly valuable when fishing heavy drag or trying to turn a fish away from bottom structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuji FazLite K-Guides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Proteus Boat series features \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuji FazLite Tangle-Free K-Guides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir lightweight, durable design provides smooth line flow while the K-style frame helps reduce line tangles around the guides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey're well suited for modern braided-line setups and the repeated demands of conventional saltwater fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuilt for Conventional Saltwater Fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe conventional Proteus lineup includes multiple lengths, powers and line ratings, allowing anglers to choose a rod suited to the way they fish rather than forcing one action to cover every application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepending on the model, the Proteus can handle everything from lighter coastal fishing to demanding offshore applications where considerably more lifting power is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComfortable EVA Grips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDaiwa equips the Proteus with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edurable EVA grips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed to provide a secure connection to the rod throughout a long day on the water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe material offers dependable grip even when wet and provides the durability needed for regular saltwater use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuji Reel Seat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA quality conventional setup needs the reel to remain firmly secured when the rod is under heavy load.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Proteus uses a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuji reel seat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designed to provide a strong, dependable connection between rod and reel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique-Specific Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith numerous conventional models available, the Proteus Boat series can cover a broad range of saltwater techniques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the model that best matches your intended line class, lure or sinker weight, target species and fishing technique.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConventional saltwater boat rod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHVF Carbon blank construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight yet powerful design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBraiding X blank reinforcement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps reduce blank twisting under load\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuji FazLite Tangle-Free K-Guides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuji reel seat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurable EVA grips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRated for monofilament and braided line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMultiple lengths and powers available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique-specific actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for coastal and offshore fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest 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