L U R E
Four-Piece
The Snowbee Kuroshio comes as a fourpiece rod, designed to make transportation
much easier than would be the case with a
two-section arrangement. LURE used this
rod on a recent trip to the Spanish coast
and stored the rod – plus a heavier version
in the range – in a standard sized suitcase
with no issues. Made up the rod measures
7ft 2in, giving the broken down blanks a
length of just over 23 inches.
In The Tip
The right tip on a rod being asked to cast and
work such light lures for small fish is crucial when
it comes to performance. This is not only for bite
indication but also for casting and the development
of bites. For this reason the LRF rods in the Kuroshio
range come with a solid carbon tip for a sensitive,
flexible and low-diameter top section. From there
down the rod also has plenty of power through a
progressive delivery to help out should you hook into
something a bit bigger than expected.
Travel Protected
As well as a four-pocketed bag to carry the rod’s sections the
Kuroshio also comes with a solid Cordura tube to protect your
investment. Well constructed with a material outer, the tube
features a zip-round top for access and measures in at 2.5in
diameter and 25.5in length.
Japanese Style
The Kuroshio, as you will have already noticed, is
highly influenced by Japanese lure fishing culture. The
Japanese name in fact means ‘Black Tide’, referring to
the spring current that runs past the country’s coast,
bringing with it the first run of baitfish and in turn the
predators that follow them – the latter of which the lure
anglers over there can’t wait to target.
In terms of looks the gold detailing, carbon sheen and
split neoprene handle make the rod look nice and special
without being too over the top.