St. Croix
Introduces Redesigned Rods
(Park Falls, WI)
St. Croix has completely redesigned their competition-grade Legend Xtreme
spinning and casting rods to take maximum advantage of new technologies and
manufacturing protocols. Big news for 2013 is their Fortified Resin System
(FRS), which combines a proprietary fortified super resin with new computer
operated curing ovens that provide improved temperature and time management
through all stages of the curing cycle. FRS prevents microbuckling
by keeping carbon fibers in proper alignment. Blanks built with FRS are 33%
stronger than those built with standard resins and curing methods.
Next, St. Croix introduces a new Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) that begins
with precision-cut, curved blank patterns made possible by a computerized
pattern cutting machine. When combined with Integrated Poly Curve (IPC)
mandrels, these patterns create blanks with better actions and improved
sensitivity, according to St. Croix. This pattern design and cutting technology
is a dramatic departure from traditional straight-line patterns cut by hand.
All Legend Xtreme blanks are built from
high-modulus/high-strain SCV graphite with carbon-matte scrim for strength,
durability and sensitivity, plus super high-modulus SCVI graphite in the lower
section for maximum power and reduced weight. Rod action is further enhanced by
St. Croix's proprietary Integrated Poly Curve (IPC) tooling technology which
produces continuous-curve tapers. Finally, Advanced Reinforcing Technology
(ART) provides additional "hidden strength" at key stress points
including the ferrule area on 2-piece models.
The Legend Xtreme rods are fitted with Fuji K-R
Concept Tangle Free guides with SiC rings and
exclusive E-color finish frames that are ideal for super braid, mono and
fluorocarbon lines because their sloped frames and rings “shed” tangles before
they become a problem. Fuji SK2 split reel seats deliver the ultimate in light
weight and sensitivity, and the all new Xtreme-Skin
handles provide outstanding angler comfort, casting efficiency and sensitivity.
Designed and manufactured by St. Croix, Xtreme-Skin
handles offer the added advantages of repelling water, dirt and fish slime
while cleaning up quickly and easily. The rods also feature slim-profile
ferrules – and machined-aluminum wind checks, handle trim pieces and butt caps
with a St. Croix logo badge. All thread wraps are protected by two coats of
Flex Coat slow-cure finish, and the rods come with protective rod sacks. The
series includes 17 spinning and 12 casting models and retails between $340 -
$420.
All Legend Xtreme rods are designed and handcrafted
in Park Falls, WI and protected by a lifetime limited warranty backed by St.
Croix Superstar Service
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