Illex Pepper X5 S 2252 M-MH Silver Ops

The Illex Pepper X5 S 2252 M-MH Silver Ops is the most powerful rod in the PEPPER range, designed to meet the demands of tough finesse fishing. Designed by Gaël Even, this two-piece rod has a length of 225.5 cm, a weight of 115 g and an extra-fast action that combines precision and power for exceptional performance. Its top-of-the-range X5 blank, using a pre-impregnated mat process with carbon fibres oriented at three angles, gives it incomparable lightness and resonance while maintaining optimum power for the most demanding fights. The PEPPER S 2252 M-MH Silver Ops has been specifically developed to offer maximum versatility on both hard and soft lures. Its length allows long distance casting, while ensuring perfect control and increased sensitivity to feel the slightest touch. Gaël Even's specifications led to the design of a blank with a very fast action on the lower 3/4 and a softer action on the last quarter, offering a perfect balance between responsiveness and suppleness. For hard lures, this rod excels with surface models such as the Bonnie 95 and 107, the Riser Bait 008, and the Chatterbeast 90 and 115. For swimbaits, it proves formidable with references such as the Water Monitor 95, Stream Ripper 75, 90 and 110, Rerange 110 and 130 SP, RV Minnow 110 SP, Battle Minnow 135 SP, as well as Squirrel 79 SP and DD Squirrel 79 SP. For soft lures, the PEPPER S 2252 M-MH Silver Ops is ideal for linear fishing with models such as the Magic Slim Shad 4, 5 and 6", the Magic Fat Shad 5" mounted on Magic Round Heads from 5 to 14 g, and the Magic Z Shad 105, 130 and 160. For pull-pull fishing, it's perfect for Nitro Shad 65 on 7 and 10 g Nitro Shad Heads, Nitro Shad 90 on 10 to 21 g Nitro Shad Heads, Nitro Shad 120 on 14 g Nitro Shad Heads, and Nitro Slim Shad 110 and 150 on suitable heads. Whether for freshwater fishing (linear pike-perch, big perch, light pike) or sea fishing, this rod is designed to cope with a wide range of conditions. It's also ideal for prospecting with lures such as the Deracoup from 14 to 28.5 g, the Runner Blade in sizes 70 and 90, or the Silver Shade casting jig. Fitted with thinner, lighter FUJI TORZITE TITANIUM 'K' rings, the PEPPER S 2252 M-MH Silver Ops optimizes the transmission of feel to the blank, improves casting distances and extends the life of your line. These rings also reduce the risk of tangling when casting, whatever the conditions. The VSS reel seat provides a comfortable grip and perfect ergonomics for extended fishing sessions. Supplied with a screen-printed cover and a rigid cordura protection tube, this rod will quickly become the must-have reference for the most demanding specimen anglers looking for power, precision and versatility in their lure fishing techniques.