Sportex Rival BC

Speed, Power, Reliability and Elegance in One Rod

The Sportex Rival BC are the baitcasting rods of this high-quality series, and like their spinning counterparts they deliver on every front. These are extremely fast rods with a pronounced tip action and a stiffer backbone, giving you outstanding precision and long casting distances. The tip is not only fast but also highly sensitive, so you feel every bite and can react instantly with a firm strike. The action works just as well during the fight, keeping you in full control throughout, while the power in the blank lets you handle even big, hard-fighting predators with confidence. The Sportex Rival BC has a slim profile that suits the precise build quality and high-grade materials perfectly - speed, power and reliability combined with striking elegance.

Models with Recommended Applications

The Sportex Rival BC comes in several models, each with a recommended application. The range includes rods suited to high-resistance lures such as chatterbaits, spinnerbaits and crankbaits, as well as models built for twitchbaits. These recommendations reflect what each rod is optimally designed for, though you can of course use them with other lures too - just be aware that a few percentage points of peak performance may be lost. Alternatively, you can go straight for the all-round model, which is particularly well balanced and exceptionally versatile. These rods are especially well suited to catching perch and largemouth bass, but can also be used for light zander fishing.

High-Quality Blank and Top Components for Maximum Performance

The Sportex Rival BC is built around a light, slim Helicore Blank made from T1100 Carbon. The rods are perfectly balanced and deliver superb casting performance with high sensitivity. At the same time, even the lighter models carry serious power, letting you bring strong, large fish to the net safely and quickly. The blank is uncoated, preserving its outstanding action and sensitivity. It is fitted with the hugely popular and thoroughly proven Fuji SiC rings, which are perfectly suited to use with braid. The blank also features the Seaguide D Hook hook keeper, which is very robust and has a large eye that lets you clip your hook in quickly and securely. It is designed and positioned so that it stays out of the way of both the blank and your hand. The grip is a stylish EVA split grip, paired with a high-quality, black-lacquered Fuji reel seat that holds the baitcaster firmly in place. Everything works together, making the Rival BC a standout choice for perch and largemouth bass anglers.

Key Facts:

• Baitcasting rods / two-piece construction
• Several models available
• Helicore Blank from T1100 Carbon
• Extra Fast action
• Highly sensitive tip
• Powerful backbone
• Outstanding feedback
• Excellent casting performance
• Fuji SiC ring guides
• Fuji reel seat
• Seaguide D Hook hook keeper
• EVA split grip
• Light yet robust construction