Megabass Orochi X10 Spinning Rods

The X10 is the most significant rod in the OROCHI’s storied history, opening the door of materials innovation to a better future. Inspired by the Japanese government’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which focus on global goals of social, cultural, environmental, and economic well being, X10 integrates naturally-derived blank material to take another step towards better stewardship of our angling future.

X10 organic fibers harness flax cellulose microfibrils, the orthogonal layers that provide much of the structure of plant walls. Deployed in select Porsche and BMW racecars, natural fiber is quickly emerging as a viable alternative to artificial carbon fiber in select applications, due to its superior damping and shock-absorbing characteristics. Experimenting with this material throughout the blank production process, Megabass engineers selected X10 as a finishing wrap that extends from the rear grip to the mid-section.

The proprietary organic fibers of the X10 exhibit several unique characteristics. Firstly, they are lighter than their carbon counterparts. Secondly, organic fibers exhibit superior dampening properties, suppressing the blank's unwanted axial shake. This not only reduces extraneous “noise” to channel key information to the angler’s hands but tames excess vibration for a quicker blank recovery rate and reduced angler fatigue. Lastly, X10 is highly shock-absorbent, adding a protective layer to shield the blank’s carbon fiber core from external stressors.

The core blank of the OROCHI X10 leverages the ultra-lightweight carbon graphite of the DESTROYER series. Produced with a special composite method, this premium carbon material delivers the kind of sharp sensitivity and crisp control that has led to the DESTROYER’s legendary outperformance. Wrapped around this high-performance core from the mid-section through the base of the rod is the X10 organic fiber composite. With its superior damping control, it enables a more direct and intuitive connection between angler and equipment, exhibiting a blank flex that is a joy to experience.

Product Description:

F1-610XTS "HIBIKARI": HIBAKARI dials up the versatility of finesse spinning, enabling long distance castability to send lightweight rigs to the realms of target fish, taking over in high-wind situations that often relegate baitcasting reels to the sidelines. X10 organic fibers offers excellent vibration control to limit axial shaft shake and delivers surprising lifting power to overturn the conventional wisdom of lightweight rods. HIBAKARI is best suited to distance fishing using a variety of lightweight rigs over a wide area and is also adept at finesse plugging with small minnow baits and tiny crankbaits.

• Length: 6’10"
• Lure weight: 1/16oz-3/8oz
• Line Weight: 3lb-8lb
• Power: UL
• Action: Regular

F2.5-68XTS "YAMAKAGASHI": The YAMAKAGASHI is a multi-faceted rod that brings lightweight versatility to any location. The X10's supple, dynamic blanks allow anglers to utilize such varied approaches as no-sinker and jig-head rigs, drop-shotting, and twitching light topwater plugs and shads. The X10 organic fiber’s dampening properties reduces unwanted blank-shake, allowing anglers to perform crisp and
rhythmic rod work that falls into an easy cadence. The X10's high maneuverability and precision angler feel allow minute lure control for precision approaches. The highly responsive YAMAKAGASHI is an extremely versatile spinning model with outsized power and control.

• Length:6’8"
• Lure weight: 1/32oz-3/4oz
• Line Weight: 3lb-10lb
• Power: L
• Action: Fast

F3st-611XTS "MEDUSA": The MEDUSA finesse spinning rod is a bottom-contact special with a highly sensitive solid tip and deep wellspring of power to secure hard-won bites. Perfect for mid-strolling, sparse cover approaches using light rigs, deep water drop-shotting, no-sinker rigs and long-distance searches with light plugs, MEDUSA’s solid tip yields invitingly to short bites for new hooking opportunities and offers angler input with extreme precision. Anchored by a deceptively strong butt section, X10 blanks deliver decisive hooksets and sure control throughout the fight. Built to conquer the toughest fields, MEDUSA is a deep-approach model equipped with a solid tip to deliver otherworldly sensitivity and control to capture even the lightest of bites.

• Length:6’11"
• Lure weight: 1/8oz-1/2oz
• Line Weight: 4lb-12lb
• Power: L
• Action: EX Fast

F3.5-70XTS "JADE PYTHON": The JADE PYTHON, the renowned high-power spinning model, has been revitalized with X10 organic fiber. The X10 material reinforces the rigidity of the butt section, which allows anglers to attack tangled timber and intricate bushes with lightweight rigs. In addition to its high torque characteristics, the new JADE PYTHON benefits from the X10’s lightweight construction for nimble handling and integrated feel. With the kind of sensitivity that enables the angler to trace bottom composition with clarity, JADE PYTHON stands out in subtle transition areas, sparse cover and complicated structure where navigation happen by feel alone. JADE PYTHON also excels in long distance applications with minnows, shad, and small vibrations in windy situations where baitcasting equipment often under-delivers. A masterpiece of high-torque spinning is reborn for modern waters.

• Length:7’0"
• Lure weight: 1/8oz-5/8oz
• Line Weight: 6lb-16lb
• Power: ML
• Action: Med Fast