Shimano Catana 3-6kg Baitcast

[aadam]

Hi guys
Was down at the local tackle shop yesterday when i spied this rod for $62. It is 5'10" i think, feels very similar to the bass raider, being the same length as well, could possibly use same blank. It has fuji guides. I already have a river raider which is pretty similar but a bit longer, was just wondering if anyone has had anything to do with this rod as i thought it would be perfect as a cheap rod for canoe use chasing bass and yellas and even jacks at a stretch so my more expensive rods dont get damaged in the canoe.
thanks in advance
aadam

[baitwaster]

I have one, paired up with mu ABU. Mine is a slightly longer model. Great feel and really good sensitivity for small bites (nibbles). Top grip doubles as the clamp for the reel. - be careful not to overtighten it as it will rip the sponge in half as I did on mine the day I got it. Top grip also feels a bit awkward if you hold the rod for longer sessions ( It needs to be a bit longer ). I doubt I would buy another one when the time comes.

Just checked mine - looks like the same length - only numbers left on it is CT60MH-A on the back of the rod. Hopefully, pics of the sponge grip will come up if I did this right.

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[Roo]

the catanas are ok. the fuji guides are the Hardalloy not the alconites on the raiders and the reel reat isn't a fuji but the blanks seem pretty good to me. build quality is good for a cheap rod. pretty forgiving composite graphite blanks. I got one on the weekend (682spin) and am quite impressed so far....yet to load it up on a fish but the Tackle shop test seemed to have a good action and power. mine was only $49 bucks @ Nerang Camping.(big yellow shop)

[reidy]

Good day,
Have a catana 7 foot sp 2 piece.
Very good little rod for the money.
No problems here
Cheers
Reidy

[reidy]

Also have a 7ft 15kg hw snapper.1 month old
Have been using it the last few weeks on big off shore flatties and gummies.
Its a little (big) ripper
Was happy with the sp rod,am bloody happy with the skull drager also
Cheers
Reidy