SPJ Rods Comparison - Temple Reef

LEVITATE

Debut – 2015
Length – 6’8” (Butt Jointed)
Weight – 150~156g
Models – Zero (50-200g) | 68-1 (100-300g) | 68-2 (150-400g) | 68-3 (200-500g) | 68-4 (250-600g)

Levitate is the first SPJ rod we made; it is now our flagship series with many faithful followers. Levitate is designed as an all-rounder rod for SPJ, it is versatile with a harmonious balance of action, strength, and balance that is ideal for slow fall or long fall presentation. At 6’8” it is slightly longer than most SPJ rods, but this length allowed for backbone placement without compromising rod action.

STRENGTH & VERSATILITY

GRAVITATE 3.0

Debut – 2018
Length – 6’8” (Butt Jointed)
Weight – 140-146g
Models – G1 (100-300g) | G2 (150-400g) | G3 (200-500g)

Gravitate appeals to fisherman who desires that pure SPJ action. The slim and longer blank with moderate slow action allows the jig to punch through the water in a slower momentum. At 6’8” and weighing only 5oz, Gravitate is immensely popular amongst fishermen that seeks the ultimate SPJ performance. Gravitate 3.0 is equipped DSS (Direct Sensory System).

PURE SPJ EXPERIENCE

INNOVATE 2.0

Debut – 2018
Length – 7’6”~8’0” (70/30 Joint System)
Weight – 176-181g
Models –76MH (200-500g) | 80MH (100-400g) | 78H (250-650g)

Innovate is the only fully customized SPJ rod in the market designed for jigging on head boats. Featuring our proprietary two-piece 70/30 joint design, it combines unrivalled action, incredible backbone, and added length for long fall presentation as well as manoeuvrability on today’s larger head boats. Innovate 2.0 is equipped with DSS (Direct Sensory System).

LONG FALL | HEAD BOAT SPECIAL

ELEVATE 2.0

Debut – 2020
Length – 6’9” (Butt Jointed)
Weight – 146-160g
Models – E1 (100-300g) | E2 (150-350g) | E3 (200-400g)

Elevate is designed to provide that pure slow pitch experience and durability at entry level price point. The Elevate is the gateway for every angler to have access to highly technical and capable equipment. Featuring Neutral Spiral guide train that will allow for both lefty and righty reels. Elevate 2.0 is equipped with DSS (Direct Sensory System).

ENTRY LEVEL | DURABILITY

PROJECT X

Debut – 2021
Length – 6’0” (One Piece)
Weight – 126~141g
Models – Stage 1 (100-250g) | Stage 2 (150-300g) | Stage 3 (200-350g) | Stage 4 (250-450g)

Project X is a new concept, a one piece blank designed to function both as a SPJ as well as Speed Jigging rod. Sharing attributes of the legendary Gravitate; Project X can be used in many different conditions. Engineered with a sensitive tip to provide the pure slow pitch experience, and backbone and power for fast rhythmic movement of speed jigging. Project X is equipped with DSS (Direct Sensory System).

HYBRID SLOW PITCH & SPEED JIGGING

66 GRAND CRU

Debut – 2021
Length – 6’6” (70/30 Joint System)
Weight – 144~162g
Models – 66GC-1 (100-300g) | 66GC-2 (150-400g) | 66GC-3 (200-500g)

66 Grand Cru is the answer to fishermen who wants what was previously impossible: SPJ action and Stopping power in a rod. Featuring a proprietary 2-piece 70/30 joint design that allows for unrivalled backbone and SPJ action; 66 Grand Cru will respond with on-demand power when there is a need to horse a Grouper away from structure and the need to pump and wind without saturating energy.