HARD BAIT SPECIAL (LM30 GRAPHITE)
The HB line-up is based on the low elastic LM30 graphite with an active taper and forceful design.
Designed with casting performance in mind so you never hold back when targeting deep cover with hard baits, and blanks that have the ability to draw out bites down deep. This is what ROADRUNNER rods are really about.
| GUIDE SYSTEM | POWER FLEX GUIDE SYSTEM | |
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Spinning rods in the HARD BAIT SPECIAL series use a titanium frame on the butt guide; this is called "POWER FLEX GUIDE SYSTEM". By making use of the system NORIES has been able to keep the flexibility in the tip while maintaining casting accuracy, to create a highly accurate yet sensitive spinning rod. |
HARD BAIT SPECIAL |
HARD BAIT SPECIAL Black Stainless Frame + SIC Guide Butt Guide: Titanium Frame + SIC Guide |
BALANCER SYSTEM
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COLORED BALANCER
The colored balancers allow the angler to balance their rod setting to fit their own style and methods. Each series is equipped with the WBC balancer.Not only is it used to change the rod balance, by using different colors you can add your own accent and style to the rod, or use the different colors as markers to help you find the rod you need faster. |
- Bait Casting Rods -
HB560L JERK＆ACCURACY / HARDBAIT VERSATILE
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 5'6" | 1 | 8-14 | 3/16 - 3/8 | Variable - Fast | Light | 181g | R-3 |
The rod is designed for extreme control when using jerk baits. It makes full use of Norio Tanabe’s experience and success in using jerk baits in the American B.A.S.S. tournaments.
Twitch, stop, down jerk, high jerk, this 5 foot 6 inch rod is made for this style. The short handle makes the most of the snap when applying action to the lure. The tip guide is oversized to transfer as much power as possible to the lure. Made from variable taper blanks, it can cast far for its size with great hooking power. Sure to satisfy any jerk bait expert.
Being a ROADRUNNER rod it is designed for versatility and can be used in a wide variety of situations. Being a short rod it makes accurate casting a breeze, stress free fishing under overhangs and around complex structure. Fantastic control over top water lures, and the ability to directly guide crank baits through difficult structure, this si arod for the angler who understands the importance and versatility of short rods.
HB511LL SIDE HAND TRICK / SMALL HARD BAITS
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 5'11" | 1 | 8-12 | 1/8 - 1/4 | Variable - Fast | Light - Light | 177g | R-4 |
Out of the HARD BAIT SERIES which boasts amazing castability, this is the lightest and shortest bait casting model. Built with the flexibility for accurate casting of light shad plugs and crank baits, it also has enough power to load up during cast for technical casting. Not only that, it has enough torque to absorb the fight brought on by large bass, this rod will open up your light bait casting game.
HB600L BACK HAND ACCURACY / TOP WATER,LIGHT CRANK & JERK BAITS
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'0" | 1 | 10-14 | 3/16 - 3/8 | Variable - Mod | Light | 196g | R-4 |
Designed for pinpoint accurate casting when fishing right up against the bank, and for absolute lure control. Made with enough flexibility so that even light lures can load up the rod on cast, to get into difficult spots with ease. Makes it possible to cast accurately every time, in demanding and changing conditions such as reeds or around wharfs.
HB600M BACK HAND ACCURACY / SPINNER BAITS & CRANK
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'0" | 1 | 10-16 | 1/4 - 1/2 | Variable - Fast | Medium | 187g | R-4 |
A rod made for casting slightly heavy 3/8 - 1/2 oz crank baits or spinner baits over short distances. It has enough strength built in to the rod to over come the friction on lure in the water, yet it will load up properly when cast to make repetitive backhand casts a breeze. A rod made for targeting close up reeds, one by one. A perfect balance of strength and sensitivity.
HB630LL SIDE HAND LONG CAST / LIGHT PLUG PERFORMANCE
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line | Lure | Taper | Power | Weight | Grip Type |
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| 6'3" | 1 | 8-12 | 1/8-3/8 | Variable-Mod | Light-Light | 185g | R-5 |
Based on the very popular versatile HB630L, 630LL has been tuned for a more light and sensitive fishing style. It is now possible to use small plugs
under 7g around heavy cover on stronger line than when fishing with spinning tackle. The sensitive tip flexes on retrieve for strong and smooth lure action. Designed for anglers pushing the boundaries of "bait finesse" style.
HB630L CIRCLE CAST SIDE HAND / VIBRATION & BUZZ BAITS
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'3" | 1 | 10-14 | 3/16 - 1/2 | Variable - Mod | Light | 200g | R-5 |
Accuracy and distance. A rod built with the length for both, and a taper to make it easy to cast for every angler. Regardless of what lake you fish, a must have rod. Compared to the similar "HB600L" it surrenders some accuracy to make 360 degree casts and backhand casts easier, which is why it is recommended as the first rod that any angler should buy from the HARDBAIT SERIES. Its supreme control of vibration baits, buzz baits and swimming baits deserves special mention.
HB630M CIRLE CAST SIDE HAND / SPINNER BAITS & CRANK
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'3" | 1 | 12-16 | 3/8 - 3/4 | Variable - Fast | Medium | 193g | R-5 |
This is the first rod that the angler who uses 1/2 oz spinner baits and crank baits should have in their line-up. Easy to use for getting spinner baits in amongst up close cover, and following the edge of weed breaks with crank baits. Designed for ease of use when targeting single stumps or slow rolling vibration baits over shallow flats.
HB660H OVER HEAD DRIVE / SLOW ROLL & DEEP DIVER
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'6" | 1 | 12-20 | 1/2 - 1 | Variable - Fast | Heavy | 193g | R-5 |
This rod is made for pinpoint casting on underwater structure. Accurate overhead casting ability is what you need to be able to hit the same point all day and never missing your trace course or strike range. Easily control heavy lures or deep diving crank baits without losing control. This rod has both fantastic long-range castability and hooking power.
HB680L EXTRA ENERGY DRIVE LT
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'8" | 1 | 10-14 | 3/16 - 1/2 | Variable - Mod | Light | 192g | R-7 |
The rod for making confident long casts with light hard baits so often used on clear water lakes, such as small cranks, flat side shallow cranks, shads and long bill minnows. The rods length makes pump retrieves easy, and gives great control over lures at distance so you can effectively take on ripraps and different types of cover in the one single cast.
HB680M EXTRA ENERGY DRIVE MID
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'8" | 1 | 12-16 | 3/8 - 3/4 | Variable - Fast | Medium | 204g | R-7 |
Made for medium diving cranks or long casts with 3/8 – 1/2 oz spinner baits. This rod gives you full control on long casts from touchdown to retrieve. Useful in many ways, make long casts with pencil baits or prop baits and controlling baits just below the water. For experts who can get the most from a long rod, HB680M has unlimited applications.
HB680XH EXTRA ENERGY DRIVE HVY
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'8" | 1 | 20 - 30 | 1/2 - 2 | Variable - Fast | Heavy | 205g | R-7 |
The strongest rod in the line-up for bass frogs and big baits. Designed for top water frog game over floating cover, to catch bites from fish coming from below cover, and for taking light bites on big baits when bass are chasing out intruding lures. Normally these light bites would be though of as impossible for a heavy rod, however the flexibility in the LM30 graphite blanks brings the fish on to bite deep. Made with the strength needed for power game, and built with sensitivity to hook light bites, this is a heavy rod made possible by NORIES ROADRUNNER.
HB710LL MASTER OF CRANKING 2013NEW
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 7’1” | 1-telescopic | 8-14 | 1/8-1/2 | Variable-Fast | Light-Light | 204g | R-7-Telescopic |
HB760L AWAY DISTANCE LT
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 7'6" | 1 | 10 -16 | 1/4 - 1/2 | Variable -Mod | Light | 203g | R-7(telescopic) |
HB760L is the rod to improve your crank baits. Consistent long casts gives similarly consistent diving depths, and the length of the rod means you can put the tip in the water while standing for that plus alpha diving depth. In shallow water you can easily adjust the lures path for highly tactical fishing. The rod length makes pump retrieves easy, for fantastic hooking at range. Designed with a variable taper that adjusts to the weight on the rod, it can be used for both shallow and deep lure work. The long stroke of the rod makes controlling swimming worms and plastic free and unhindered.
HB760M AWAY DISTANCE MID
HB760M is the rod for stress free fishing when making long casts with deep cranks and heavy spinner baits. HB760M makes consistent long casts possible without having to make full swing casts, to approach deep weeds and long weed edges. Also the extra length in the rod allows the angler to dip the tip in the water on retrieve while standing to make an extra deep retrieve possible. The synergistic effect of having a long rod that can be used with deep cranks makes for highly effective fishing. Being able to securely trace a retrieve path even in heavily weeded areas, means this rod is great for swimming plastics and jigs.
- Spinning Rods -
HB620LLS RIPRAP & ROCKPILE
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'2" | 1 | 3-6 | SmallShad & Minnow | Variable - Mod | Light - Light | 163g | R-1 |
A spinning rod designed for pinpoint casting around structure or for long casts with small plugs over open water. Designed with a balanced length and taper for delicate control and response throughout the rod. It is able to cast light lures with pinpoint control. Flexible enough for great hooking, it is balanced to help lures evade snags as well.
HB620MLS REELING VERSATILE / SMALL CRANK & SWIMMING BAIT
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'2" | 1 | 5-10 | SmallCrank & S-bait | Variable - Fast | Med - Light | 170g | R-1 |
Made with flexibility and also strength, this rod is made for "strong light lure fishing". This rod easily handles all types of swimming soft baits, jig head cranking and rubber jig swimming as if they were hard baits. A must have rod for when sensitivity and strength are both required.
HB640LS-SGt LONG CAST HIGH SPEED SHAD 2013NEW
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'4" | 1 | 3-6lb. PE#0.3-0.6 |
1.8-7g | EX-Fast | Light | 167g | R-2 |
HB660MLS-SGt SPINNING METAL & RETRIEVE 2013NEW
| Length(ft) | Piece | Line(lb) | Lure(oz) | Taper | Power | Weight | GripType |
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| 6'6" | 1 | 4-10lb. PE#0.4-1.0 |
8-12g | EX-Fast | Med-Light | 158g | R-2 |
