Trika does it yet again with the addition of two new rods to their lineup, the Trika 6x and Trika 10x carbon weave rods, available in a variety of spinning and casting options. Manufactured in the United States, these new rods are constructed from a proprietary multi-directional weave process. This process is the key to providing anglers with a rod option that is up to 30% lighter than their competitors.
A lighter rod weight equates to less fatigue as well as heightened sensitivity, allowing you to fish longer and feel even the smallest strike as your target species gives your lure a little nibble before dedicating itself to a whole-on meal. Not only does this unique build keep things light, but it also eliminates recoil and tip oscillation.
Now, if you are used to fishing bargain basement rods, you may not come to fully appreciate what those last two terms mean to the end result of each cast. Excessive recoil and tip oscillation can be caused by a number of things, with excessive flexibility and poor construction being two of the most common culprits.
Springlike action with each cast causes your line to bounce around within the rod guides, having a major impact on not only casting distance but accuracy as well. The combination of Trika's multi-directional weave process and Fuji Torzite guides allows you to cast further with more accuracy than ever before, keeping you in the strike zone longer.
Often an overlooked part of a rod, the guides on the 6x and 10x are essential to keeping things running smoothly on the water. The titanium frame of each guide houses a durable, thin, and highly polished ceramic Torzite ring that greatly reduces the amount of friction it imparts on your line, even more so than commonly used materials on other guides, such as silicon carbide.
What does this mean to the end user? The incorporation of these high-end guides means increased sensitivity, improved casting performance, and an overall smoother experience upon retrieve.
While lighter rods are generally described as reducing fatigue, there are additional pieces to the puzzle that play a part in keeping you on the water longer without shaking off a hand cramp mid float. Each of the new Trika rods sports their proprietary EkkoChamber grip.
This carbon fiber tapered grip is designed to boost sensitivity even further by way of a cleverly designed interior. By delivering the amplified vibrations directly to your hands, this design allows you to feel even the smallest of vibrations, indicating the most timid of strikes below the water’s surface.
Pair With the Right Trika Reel
Having a lightweight rod that has been tested to be up to 30% more sensitive than its competitors only gets you so far, as you must have a reel equally up to the task to pair alongside it. Trika has you covered with a variety of casting and spinning reels to pair with your new 6x or 10x rod. Take, for example, their TI Series of spinning reels, available in five assorted models.
These lightweight corrosion-proof reels are constructed from a CNC-machined aluminum frame. Additional features include titanium drag washers, main shaft, and bail wire, 8+1 ABEC-5 sealed bearings, and a fully-sealed gear casing. All this and more adds up to a highly responsive and durable reel setup with a buttery smooth operation.
Fully confident that you are going to be satisfied with your purchase and how it performs, Trika includes a 365-day money-back guarantee on your new system. If you are not happy with it for whatever reason, they will take it back with no questions asked.
The ability to offer such a warranty only comes with the confidence that the rods and reels that they have designed are built to last. Not only are they built to last, but they are built to provide you with memorable experiences on the water, with each one outdoing the last. Our time on this earth is short, and it is up to you to make every minute on the water count.
Trika 6x Carbon Weave (Spinning) Specifications and Available Options
| Length | Power/Action | Rod Weight | Line Rating | Lure Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6’ | Ultra Lite/Fast | 3.5 oz. | 2-6 lb. | 1/32-1/16 oz. |
| 6’ | Lite/Fast | 3.6 oz. | 4-8 lb. | 1/16-5/16 oz. |
| 6’6” | Medium Lite/Mod Fast | 3.5 oz. | 4-10 lb. | 1/16-1/4 oz. |
| 6’6” | Medium/Fast | 3.8 oz. | 6-12 lb. | 1/8-1/2 oz. |
| 6’10” | Medium Lite/Xtra Fast | 3.7 oz. | 4-10 lb. | 1/16-1/4 oz. |
| 7’ | Medium Lite/Fast | 3.8 oz. | 4-10 lb. | 1/8-3/8 oz. |
| 7’ (2pc) | Medium Lite/Fast | 3.9 oz. | 4-10 lb. | 1/8-3/8 oz. |
| 7’ | Medium/Fast | 3.8 oz. | 6-12 lb. | 1/8-1/2 oz. |
| 7’3” | Lite/Xtra Fast | 3.9 oz. | 4-8 lb. | 1/16-5/16 oz. |
| 7’3” | Medium Heavy/Fast | 4.2 oz. | 8-17 lb. | 3/8-3/4 oz. |
| 7’6” | Medium/Fast | 3.9 oz. | 6-12 lb. | 3/16-5/8 oz. |
Trika 6x Carbon Weave (Casting) Specifications and Available Options
| Length | Power/Action | Rod Weight | Line Rating | Lure Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7’ | Lite/Fast | 4.1 oz. | 4-8 lb. | 1/16-5/16 oz. |
| 6’10” | Medium/Xtra Fast | 4.0 oz. | 8-17lb. | ¼-3/4 oz. |
| 7’ | Medium Heavy/Fast | 4.2 oz. | 10-20 lb. | 3/8-1 oz. |
| 7’3” | Medium/Fast | 4.2 oz. | 8-17 lb. | ¼-3/4 oz. |
| 7’3” | Medium Heavy/Fast | 4.3 oz. | 10-20 lb. | 3/8-1 oz. |
| 7’3” | Heavy/Fast | 4.6 oz. | 12-25 lb. | 3/8-1 1/2oz. |
| 7’5” | Medium Heavy/Fast | 4.6 oz. | 10-20 lb. | 3/8-1 oz. |
| 7’7” | Xtra Heavy/Mod Fast | 4.8 oz. | 15-30 lb. | 1-3 oz. |
Trika 10x Carbon Weave (Spinning) Specifications and Available Options
| Length | Power/Action | Rod Weight | Line Rating | Lure Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6’ | Ultra Lite/Fast | 3.3. oz. | 2-6 lb. | 1/32-1/16 oz. |
| 6’10” | Medium Lite/Xtra Fast | 3.6 oz. | 4-10 lb. | 1/16-1/4 oz. |
| 7’ | Medium Lite/Fast | 3.7 oz. | 4-10 lb. | 1/8-3/8 oz. |
| 7’ | Medium/Fast | 3.7 oz. | 6-12 lb. | 1/8-1/2 oz. |
| 7’3” | Lite/Xtra Fast | 3.6 oz. | 4-8 lb. | 1/16-5/16 oz. |
| 7’6” | Medium/Fast | 4 oz. | 6-12 lb. | 1/8-1/2 oz. |
Trika 10x Carbon Weave (Casting) Specifications & Available Options
| Length | Power/Action | Rod Weight | Line Rating | Lure Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7’ | Lite/Fast | 3.9 oz. | 4-8 lb. | 1/16-5/16 oz. |
| 7’3” | Medium/Fast | 4.2 oz. | 8-17 lb. | ¼-5/8 oz. |
| 7’3” | Medium Heavy/Fast | 4.5 oz. | 10-20 lb. | 3/8-1 oz. |
| 7’3” | Heavy/Fast | 4.5 oz. | 12-25 lb. | 3/8-1 ½ oz. |
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