The Spartan rod series brings Next Gen. X45 technology to offshore saltwater rods for the first time, delivering a range of technique-specific actions that outcast, outperform and outclass all others.
Next Gen. X45 takes everything to the next level, and is 25% more efficient than standard X45 technology, significantly reducing blank twist and distortion. With increased torsional stiffness, Spartan is able to resist blank twist during casting & jigging. This characteristic prevents the blank from losing stored energy during the cast, ensuring that every bit of force you put into your cast, is transferred through the blank and ultimately to your chosen lure, resulting in visibly longer casts and more responsive feedback.
Spartan rods feature HVF Nanoplus graphite blanks, 3DX carbon to increase lifting power and V-Joint to increase joint strength. Equipped with Fuji stainless steel SiC guides and Fuji reel seats.
Features
3DX supports the lower power section of the rod by knitting densely packed carbon fibers in 3 directions to achieve a six wrap rectangular weave. Power through the blank under load is distributed evenly in all directions allowing it to maintain its profile and form. This process confines the rod’s power to the lower section of the rod, increases power, eliminates blank twist and collapse, all the while reducing angler fatigue.
FUJI SIC RING - SiC has been the gold standard of guide ring material for over 20 years. Super hard, light, and highly polished and smooth, SiC guides are an excellent dissipater of heat making them ideal for light drags and/or big fish.
HVF NANOPLUS - Through the use of nano resin control technology in the blank construction process, Nanoplus allows for increased graphite density to be achieved within a graphite rod blank.
V-JOINT - Bias construction within the ferrule allows it to flex with the rod, eliminating the weak, unbending spot caused by ordinary ferrules. The result of this revolutionary technology is a multi-piece blank that matches the performance of one-piece blanks in flex, power and responsiveness.
X45 - Developed to eliminate blank twist and increase power, X45 features a Bias Wrap Construction, left/right 45 degree carbon weave within the blank. X45 radically improves rod strength and durability by eliminating twist and preventing the blank from losing its round form. The elimination of this twist allows a lighter, stronger and more power and sensitive rod to be made.
Specifications
MODEL | ACTION | CASTWEIGHT | LENGTH | RECOMMENDED LINE | SECTION | TAPER | TYPE |
SPARTAN S100-2/4 | Medium | 20-90g | 180cm | PE 2/3 | 1 | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S100-4/6 | Heavy | 40-150g | 305cm | PE 4/6 | 2 | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S79-8/10 | Heavy | 120-230g | 236cm | PE 8/10 | 2-Butt | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S80-6/8 | Ex Heavy | 100-200g | 244cm | PE 6/8 | 2-Butt | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S74-4/6 | Heavy | 50-100g | 224cm | PE 4-6 | 2-Butt | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S77-3/4 | Med.Heavy | 30-80g | 231cm | PE 3/4 | 2-Butt | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S73-2/3 | Medium | 15-60g | 221cm | PE 2/3 | 2-Butt | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S55-4/6 | Heavy | 150-350g | 165cm | PE 4/6 | 1 | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S54-6/8 | Ex Heavy | 200-450g | 163cm | PE 6/8 | 1 | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S511-2/3 | Medium | 80-180g | 180cm | PE 2/3 | 1 | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S80 5/8 | Heavy | 50-160g | 244cm | PE 5/8 | 2-Butt | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN S85 6/8 | Ex Heavy | 70-180g | 260cm | PE 6/8 | 2-Butt | Reg | Spin |
SPARTAN B55-4/6 | Heavy | 150-350g | 165cm | PE 4/6 | 1 | Reg | O/H Jig |
SPARTAN B54-6/8 | Ex Heavy | 200-450g | 163cm | PE 6/8 | 1 | Reg | O/H Jig |
SPARTAN B511-2/3 | Medium | 80-180g | 180cm | PE 2/3 | 1 | Reg | O/H Jig |
We understand that circumstances do change, and offer a returns policy to suit.
Ineligible Items
- Custom product creations: Skirted Trolling Lures, Lure Builder, Rigging, Hook Rigs and Services are not eligible for return.
- Items “On Sale”, Clearance or Discount are not eligible for return (excluding consumer guarantees as required by law)
- Gift Vouchers are not eligible for return or refund.
- Gift Packs are not eligible for return or refund.
Line Spooling
Any line spooled on a reel sold by Fishing Station, that is to be returned, is subject to a $15 de-spooling fee (per reel).
30 Day Returns Policy (For Online Orders)
- Product/s must be unused
- Still in original packaging and condition (including any shrink or plastic wrapping)
- Returns window is activated from date of delivery from logistics carrier (or date of pickup from post office)
- All return postage costs are paid by buyer
- Original shipping costs are non-refundable
Returns Process
- Contact us to open a Return Authorisation
- Provided the request falls within the 30 day returns window, we will email through a Return Authorisation form
- This form must be included within the box for the return.
- Please ensure sufficient packaging and protection inside the box to prevent transit damage
- Our returns address will be provided at this time.
It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure that the parcel is dispatched within the 7 days – parcel tracking must show the parcel is scanned by the logistics carrier within the 7 days of initiating the return. Parcel tracking and insurance is strongly recommended. It is the buyer’s responsibility to ensure the parcel reaches us. We will not accept returned goods stamped “More To Pay”.
All returns are carefully examined upon receipt to ensure they adhere to the returns policy. Relevant photos will be taken to confirm this.
Any returns received:
- Outside the returns window,
- Damaged,
- Without prior authorisation,
- Without an enclosed Return Authorisation form
will not be processed, and will be shipped back to the buyer at their cost.
In-Store Returns
- We have a separate returns policy for instore purchases – please ring the shop to confirm this.
- All returns (for orders placed online) can also be processed in-store, within the 30 day returns window.
- Prior authorisation is not required for in-store returns, however please bring your invoice.
Incorrect / Damaged Items on Arrival
Any imperfections to orders received must be reported to us within 24 hours of delivery. If an incorrect item has been sent, please do not open any sealed packaging – any attempt to use the incorrect item will be deemed to be acceptance of the item by the buyer.
Please follow these instructions:- Prior to opening, please take photos immediately of the damaged box
- Please take photos of the damaged item showing the fault (if possible)
We will replace items that are damaged in transit by the carrier, or incorrectly shipped due to fulfilment errors on our side. Please contact us and we will arrange the return and replacement.
Warranty Claims / Faulty Items
It is the policy of Fishing Station that all warranty and faulty item claims come back to our shop first for inspection by our staff. Should the item need to be sent back to the manufacturer, the buyer will be notified and kept up to date with its repair progress.
Intentional misuse of an item by not following instructions and usage guidelines, such as (but not limited to):
- Submersing a reel
- Breaking a rod by exceeding its strain capacity
Will not be covered by our warranty and fault protocol, and the item will be returned to the buyer at the buyer’s cost.
Australian Consumer Law Guarantees
All products come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. This entitles buyer’s to:
- Replacement or refund for a major failure of the product
- Compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage
- Repair or replacement of the goods if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.