Ripple Fisher GTXpedition 81M

Ripplefisher’s 3 piece pack rod, “GTXpedition” model has been reborn. When considering recent traveling limitations, the collapsed length has been set to 887mm for the two PE6 and PE8 class rods. These models are not only suitable for your GT fishing in exotic locations but also trips targeting massive kingfish. By combining these rods with the Aquila EX models, anglers will have a wider range to choose from depending on the sea conditions, lure size and target size.
By reviewing the bending of the new GTXpedition models, we were able to perfect it as a 3 piece rod. With its lightness, outstanding balance, sharpness and appropriate bending curve, you will not believe it to be a multi piece rod.
We hope you can first handedly experience the ever improving technology at Ripplefisher.

Although the GTX series were developed as a 3 piece model for fishing trips overseas, they are also ideal for not only domestic GT, but also the casting game for Kingfish. The difference from the PE6 class Aquila EX is the sharp stiffness during the casting, whereas the Aquila EX is more suited for technical small maneuvers of the lure. In addition, the stiffness and strength of the regular tapered GTX series have made it easy to perform long jerks of the lure at a consistent pace.

GTXpedition 81M

This is a PE6 class multi piece model to target GT and Kingfish domestically or internationally. It is ideal for use with diving pencils and small mouthed poppers. The seamless bending curve pleasantly surprise you as it will not feel like a 3 piece blank. Anglers will be able to cast into strong head winds with its added sharpness and the blank will assist anglers to maintain balance during the fight and efficiently lift the fish. We are proud to present you this rod with the potential to go head to head against 30~40kg class GT while being a PE6 class light and sharp rod.

• Target: GT・Kingfish
• Lure: Diving Stick Bait・Small Face Cup
• Specification: SiC Ocean Guide (Fuji)
• Recommended Anglers weight: 55㎏~
• Length: 8ft 1in (Closed Length：887mm)
• Weight: 380g
• Section: 3pcs / Grip-Joint + Spigot Ferrule
• Lure: MAX 140g
• Line: MAX PE 6
• Action: Regular

Suitable reel size　S・D：14000 / D：5500
Grip length / A: 852mm(Grip full length) B: 505mm(From grip end to reel foot)
Dia of tip / 3.2mm(Just below top guide) Dia of butt / 14.3mm (Butt diameter measured 920mm from the bottom)
Reel seat / DPS20(Fuji) Up Lock
Grip end / BRC

GTXpedition Comparison Load 6kg

Here are the bending curves of the 3 piece model “GT expedition” with a static load of 6kg. As a comparison, we have also included the bending curve of the Aquila EX83-6 and Ultimo83M. Both the GTX81M and the Aquila EX83-6 are specified as PE 6 line class and have similar rod power, but as you can see in the illustration, the blank of the GTX81M is stiffer.
It is therefore more suitable for use with poppers. If you are more interested in the light GT game using diving pencils, you might want to consider the Aquila EX83-6. The power of the GTX81MH and the Ultimo 83M seem to be similar in the illustration, but the GTX81MH is stiffer and sharper and once the rod is lifted higher, the GTX81MH is more powerful. The characteristics of the GTX series can be summerized as having a sharp casting feel while smoothly bending in once the rod is loaded with the fish.

Please read the warranty policy carefully before purchasing a JDM (Japan Domestic Model) Rods/Reels.

The JDM Rod/Reels come with a Japan domestic warranty (which is the Japanese standard) and it is effective one year from the date of purchase to the original purchaser. There is no warranty card for reels, and you only need to provide the purchase receipt for claiming it. A warranty card will come with most of rods (except some low-price rods) and you need to provide it along with the purchase receipt.

The warranty does not cover claims arising from normal wear and tear, improper use or neglect or servicing. However, you have a chance to replace the broken section of the rod(multi-piece rods) or the whole rod(one-piece rods) within the one year warranty period(except some low price rods).This warranty service is available to use only one time and there is an excess fee (written on the warranty card) occurs. Also there is a $50 of international shipping fee occurs.

These rods/reels are only sold in Japan and no service or repair are available in Australia and we need to send them back to Japan. The service and repair fee will be quoted by manufacturer, and we charge a $50 of international shipping fee.

We will do our best to provide appropriate repair assistance given the nature of the damage.  

Note: We accept warranty repair / service requests from existing customers but are unable to accommodate the requests for items purchased at another store.

日本国内型号渔竿、渔轮保修须知

请在购买日本国内型号渔竿、渔轮前阅读保修条款。

本店的日本国内型号渔竿、渔轮在进口时附带的是日本国内保修卡（条款符合日本国内标准）。保证书从购买之日起生效，有效期为一年，仅限原购买者有效。一般来说，本店日本进口渔竿会附带一张日本保修卡（一些低价入门杆除外），在送修时需要与购买凭证一起出示。本店日本进口渔轮一般不会附带日本保修卡，送修是仅需提供购买凭证即可。

正常使用痕迹、疏忽所造成伤害和错误使用或维护所造成的损伤不在保修范围之内。在一年保修期内，客户可以一次性使用相应保修卡更换受损渔竿的一节（多节杆）或整支（一节杆）。保修卡只能使用一次，而且需要支付出险费（金额在保修卡上列出）和国际运费（通常为$50）。渔轮如出现问题，厂家技术员会判断损坏原因，并只对制造过程中的缺陷进行质保。

因为日本本地进口渔竿和渔轮在澳洲没有维修点，所以我们在您申请保修时需要将它们送回日本维修或更换。不在保修期内或是不在保修范围内的渔具，厂家会对修理的的费用进行报价，本店也会收取$50的国际运费。

本店会尽我们的最大努力去服务我们的客户，和日本本地厂商一起向客户提供优质的维护和维修服务。

注意： 本店只向本店的客户群体提供售后服务，无法向非本店出售商品提供售后维修服务。

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