Page 17 - Batson Master Catalog Updated 01-17-2023

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ACTION BLANK ACTION TABLE

RainShadow rod blank actions range from CODE DESCRIPTION
SLOW to EXTRA FAST. Each action is designed XF EXTRA FAST
F
FAST
with a specific fishing application in mind. MED-F MEDIUM FAST
Understanding the action or flex of a blank is MOD-F MODERATE FAST
M
MODERATE
crucial when choosing a blank for your perfect S SLOW
rod build. If the blank flexes only at the tip, it
would be an EXTRA FAST action. If the bend
in the blank is more parabolic, like a rainbow,
the action is SLOW. The progressive action in
the regulation trolling blanks compares to a
moderate action blank. Be sure to refer to the
table shown so you can correctly match your
fishing technique to the blank that will suit
you best.

POWER BLANK POWER TABLE
Rod power is an important factor when CODE DESCRIPTION
choosing your next build. From ULTRA LIGHT UL ULTRA LIGHT
L
LIGHT
to XXXX-HEAVY, there are ten different powers ML MEDIUM LIGHT
to choose from. Take for instance bass blanks. M MEDIUM
If you are drop shot fishing, a rod blank in MH MEDIUM HEAVY
H
HEAVY
the 6-14lb line rating range would meet your XH EXTRA HEAVY
needs and is rated at medium power. If you XXH EXTRA EXTRA HEAVY
3 EXTRA HEAVY
XXXH
are frog/slop fishing, you would want a blank XXXXH 4 EXTRA HEAVY
in the 12-25lb line rating range, a heavy power.
Match the power of the blank to the fishing
application that meets your needs.

Rob and Leanne Gardiner