Illex The Artist X5 S 215 MH Dark Lightning

The THE ARTIST X5 S 215 MH DARK LIGHTNING embodies ILLEX’s excellence in the world of high-end spinning. Measuring 2.15 m in length, this versatile, lightweight, and responsive rod offers a perfect balance between tip sensitivity and power in the butt section, thanks to a blank with a pronounced taper and a fast (Extra Fast) action. Designed for the discerning angler who wants to use a wide range of techniques with a single rod, this true “Swiss Army knife” of modern fishing excels equally in handling hard lures (surface lures: BONNIE 95, 107, 128 / BOWSTICK 130; swimming lures: WATER MONITOR 95, STREAM RIPPER 75, 90, 110 / RERANGE 110 & 130 SP / RV MINNOW 110 SP) as it does with soft lures for scraping and on-the-fly retrieves (MAGIC SWING TAIL 5 on MAGIC ROUND HEAD jig heads from 5 to 14g), for straight retrieves (MAGIC SLIM SHAD 5 & 6 rigged from 7 to 14g), and for light trolling (NITRO SHAD 90 & 120 on NITRO SHAD HEAD jig heads from 10 to 21g / NITRO SLIM SHAD 110 & 150 on NITRO SLIM SHAD HEAD jig heads from 10 to 21g). This elegant Medium Heavy (MH) rod will be your best ally in both saltwater and freshwater on days when you want to take just one rod capable of combining sensitivity and power. Whether you’re working a stickbait with precision, methodically scraping the bottom, or reeling in a beautiful specimen with authority in congested waters, nothing can stop it. Its top-of-the-line X5 blank, crafted from prepreg sheets with carbon fibers oriented at three angles, ensures maximum resonance, lightness, and confidence during the fight. It is equipped with FUJI TORZITE TITANIUM KL-H series guides mounted according to the K-R Concept. The choice of these premium guides, combined with a carefully engineered layout along the blank, guarantees long and accurate casts, good compatibility with leader knots, and a significant reduction in the risk of tangles. The openwork, V-shaped FUJI TVS-TK reel seat optimizes grip while allowing direct contact with the blank for enhanced resonance. Comes with a screen-printed cover and a rigid Cordura tube. Specifications: - Action: Extra Fast - Sections: 1+1 - Length (cm): 180 - Series: The Artist - Lures (g): 7–35 - Line (lb): 8–16 - Handle Length (cm): 30.5 - Overall Length (cm): 216 - Number of Guides: 10 - Weight (g): 120