The Daiwa VIP870 has earned its reputation as one of New Zealand's most trusted boat rods. Built on a tough, heavy-walled E-Glass blank, it's designed to handle everything from straylining and livebaiting through to deep-water bottom fishing. The forgiving action cushions hard-fighting fish while the powerful lower section provides the lifting power needed to stop big kingfish, snapper and even tuna.

Quality Fuji guides and a Fuji reel seat ensure long-term durability in harsh saltwater conditions, while Daiwa's triangular Powerlift EVA grip gives excellent leverage and comfort when under heavy load. Complete with a gimbal butt, the VIP870 is equally at home in a rod holder or in your hands during a long fight.

Features:

• Heavy-walled E-Glass blank for exceptional strength and durability
• Premium Fuji guides
• Fuji graphite reel seat
• Powerlift triangular EVA grip for increased lifting power
• Underbound and overbound guide construction
• Gimbal butt with removable rubber cap
• Ideal for straylining, livebaiting, bottom fishing and general boat fishing

Specifications:

• Length: 7'0" (213cm)
• Configuration: 1 Piece
• Reel Type: Overhead
• Recommended Line: 15-40lb
• Action: Heavy

This rod pairs exceptionally well with reels such as the Daiwa Saltist 30H, Shimano TLD 15 or 20, Shimano Torium 16, or Daiwa Sealine 30, making it a versatile setup for targeting snapper, kingfish, hapuku and other hard fighting New Zealand species.