{"product_id":"fitzgerald-all-purpose-composite-casting-rod","title":"Fitzgerald All Purpose Composite Series Casting Rod | Moving Bait Rod","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitzgerald All Purpose Composite Series Casting Rod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitzgerald All Purpose Composite Series Casting Rod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is purpose-built for anglers who fish moving baits and want the casting characteristics and forgiveness of glass combined with the power and responsiveness of carbon fiber.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the series is Fitzgerald's proprietary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Fiber and S-Glass Hybrid Blank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The S-Glass tip allows the rod to load smoothly during the cast and flex when a fish initially takes the bait, while the carbon fiber section provides the backbone and fish-fighting power needed once the rod loads deeper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor crankbaits, chatterbaits, spinnerbaits and other reaction-style presentations, it's a design that gives anglers the benefits of both materials in one rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Fiber \u0026amp; S-Glass Hybrid Blank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe defining feature of the All Purpose Composite Series is Fitzgerald's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eproprietary hybrid blank construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than building the entire rod from graphite or glass, Fitzgerald combines the two materials to take advantage of their different characteristics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS-Glass tip provides a smoother, more forgiving loading action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while the carbon fiber section delivers the strength and backbone needed to control fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS-Glass Tip for Moving Baits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoving-bait fishing requires a different rod action than techniques where an immediate, powerful hookset is the priority.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS-Glass tip allows the rod to flex during the initial strike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, helping give the fish an opportunity to fully take the bait before the rod loads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat more forgiving action can also help keep fish pinned during the fight, particularly when fishing moving baits equipped with treble hooks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Fiber Backbone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnce the rod loads beyond the S-Glass section, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecarbon fiber portion of the blank takes over\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis provides the power needed to drive hooks, control quality bass and keep pressure on the fish throughout the fight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a rod that feels forgiving where you want it while maintaining plenty of power where you need it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmooth, Long Casting Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe S-Glass portion of the blank also allows the rod to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eload progressively during the cast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, helping launch moving baits smoothly and efficiently.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat's particularly useful when covering large areas of water with crankbaits, chatterbaits and other reaction baits where anglers may make hundreds of casts throughout the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Components\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitzgerald finishes the All Purpose Composite Series with quality components designed to complement the hybrid blank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rods feature \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmerican Tackle Ti-Forged guides, premium AAAA cork grips and carbon-fiber-reinforced reel seats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is a casting rod designed for serious use without losing the feel and finish expected from a premium Fitzgerald rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable Models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe All Purpose Composite Casting Series includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6'8\" Medium Heavy – Moderate Fast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7'0\" Heavy – Moderate Fast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7'3\" Heavy – Moderate Fast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7'6\" Heavy – Moderate Fast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e7'10\" Heavy – Moderate Fast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe range allows anglers to select the length and power that best matches the moving bait, casting distance and type of cover they're fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProprietary Fitzgerald hybrid blank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon Fiber and S-Glass construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS-Glass tip for smooth loading\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon fiber backbone for fish-fighting power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModerate-fast actions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned specifically for moving baits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong, smooth casting performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForgiving action on the initial strike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHelps keep fish pinned during the fight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmerican Tackle Ti-Forged guides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium AAAA cork grips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon-fiber-reinforced reel seats\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\u003eBuilt for serious bass fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBass Fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoving Baits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrankbaits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChatterbaits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpinnerbaits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLipless Crankbaits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReaction Baits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreble-Hook Baits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCovering Water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTournament Fishing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy Choose the Fitzgerald All Purpose Composite Series?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe biggest advantage is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecombination of S-Glass forgiveness and carbon fiber power\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe S-Glass portion allows the rod to load smoothly when casting and flex when a fish strikes, while the carbon fiber section provides the backbone needed once the fish is hooked.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat makes the All Purpose Composite an excellent option for anglers who don't want an overly stiff graphite rod for moving baits but also don't want the heavier, slower feel traditionally associated with an all-glass rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou get the characteristics of both materials in one purpose-built blank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremier Tackle Take\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFitzgerald All Purpose Composite Series is the rod we'd look at specifically for anglers who throw a lot of moving baits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hybrid construction makes sense. You want enough forgiveness for a fish to take a crankbait or chatterbait without immediately pulling it away, but once that rod loads, you still want the backbone to control the fish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Florida bass fishing, we particularly like this concept for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003echatterbaits, lipless crankbaits, spinnerbaits and other reaction baits around grass and open water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstead of trying to make a conventional graphite rod behave like a moving-bait rod, Fitzgerald designed the blank around the application from the beginning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremier Tackle — We Carry What Works.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fitzgerald Rods","offers":[{"title":"Composite \/ 6’8 \/ Medium-heavy","offer_id":50306523169025,"sku":"AP68MHC","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Composite \/ 7’0 \/ Heavy","offer_id":50306524840193,"sku":"AP70HC","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Composite \/ 7’3 \/ Heavy","offer_id":50306524872961,"sku":"AP73HC","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Composite \/ 7’6 \/ Heavy","offer_id":50306524905729,"sku":"AP76HC","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Composite \/ 7’10 \/ Heavy","offer_id":50306524938497,"sku":"AP710HC","price":189.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/3206\/9633\/files\/all-purpose-composite2__01440.webp?v=1789088051","url":"https:\/\/premiertackle.com\/products\/fitzgerald-all-purpose-composite-casting-rod","provider":"Premier Tackle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}