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IMX HOTSHOT CASTING
Regular price
$450.00
$315.00
USD
The G. Loomis IMX HOTSHOT CASTING rod is tuned with the classic light-tip, magnum-butt profile hot-shot anglers rely on to track plug performance and convert aggressive takes into secure hooksets.
- High-modulus graphite construction
- Balanced swing weight and incredible durability
- Fuji guided train
- Full grade A cork handles
- Handcrafted in Woodland, Washington
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| Model | Technique | Length | Action | Power | Pieces | Mono Line | Rod lure rating | Price | More information buttons | Add to Cart buttons |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IMX 1021C HSR SKU: 12354-01
In stock
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HOT SHOT |
8'6" |
Extra Fast |
Mag-Medium |
2 |
10-20 |
3/8-4 |
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IMX 980C HSR SKU: 12210-01
Out of stock
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HOT SHOT |
8'0" |
Extra Fast |
Mag-Medium |
1 |
8-15 |
1/4-1 |
$390.00 |
IMX 1021C HSR
- Regular price
-
$450.00 - Sale price
- $315.00
- Technique
- HOT SHOT
- Length
- 8'6"
- Action
- Extra Fast
- Power
- Mag-Medium
- Pieces
- 2
- Mono Line
- 10-20
- Rod lure rating
- 3/8-4
IMX 980C HSR
$390.00
- Technique
- HOT SHOT
- Length
- 8'0"
- Action
- Extra Fast
- Power
- Mag-Medium
- Pieces
- 1
- Mono Line
- 8-15
- Rod lure rating
- 1/4-1
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IMX 1021C HSR
SKU: 12354-01
- Regular price
-
$450.00 - Sale price
- $315.00
Specifications
- Action
- Extra Fast
- Rod lure rating
- 3/8-4
- Mono Line
- 10-20
- Pieces
- 2
- Power
- Mag-Medium
- Rod type
- Casting
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IMX 980C HSR
SKU: 12210-01
$390.00
Specifications
- Action
- Extra Fast
- Rod lure rating
- 1/4-1
- Mono Line
- 8-15
- Pieces
- 1
- Power
- Mag-Medium
- Rod type
- Casting
Overview
Positioned at the head of a run and fishing plugs under controlled current tension demands a rod that telegraphs lure action and reacts instantly when a steelhead strikes. Constructed from high-performance IMX graphite, the IMX HOTSHOT CASTING blank remains light and highly responsive for continuous tip monitoring as plugs dig and pulse through the strike zone. The supple tip clearly signals lure action and bottom contact, while the powerful butt section engages immediately under load—using strike force and current pressure to drive hooks home and maintain tension as fish surge downstream. This progressive power also translates into confident fish control once the rod comes out of the holder or transitions to hand-held casting applications. Durable Fuji guides maintain smooth line flow under constant tension, and full cork handles provide a secure, balanced grip during extended plug passes or casting. The IMX HOTSHOT CASTING is purpose-built for steelhead anglers who depend on precision plug presentation, instant load transfer, and uncompromising fish-fighting authority in moving water.
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