Found time to do a proper review of the Sonik, finally!
Length ft (m): 14' (4.27)
Rating (oz) : 5 - 7 oz
Sections : 2
Colour : Gloss Black
Rod came with genuine Fuji BMNAG guides and a sliding locking reel seat.
I had the pleasure to discuss this particular rod at length with Australian surfcaster Scott Selby before trying it out. I have the rod for a more than a month now. So far this is my take:
Likes:
1. The reflective tip portion for night fishing.
2. Impressive build.
3. Balanced feel for both high and low reel mount.
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| Fuji BMNAG guides, looks real good. |
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| Close up of the reflective tape. Certainly useful for fishing at night. |
Casting:
Found it to load easily to the mid and then charges into a steely butt.
The recovery of the rod if amazingly quick.
Later when i had the opportunity to meet Scott in Sydney, i was coached to cast better with the SK4, the way Scott does his casting. After some minor adjustment to reel placement, found the rod to feel very nice to cast. Scott casted the same rod well over 200 mtrs and personally i did a few beyond that.
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| Casting with Scott using the Sonik SK4 - Picture courtesy of Jeremy Schader |
Personally note:
Didn't like the sliding reel seat at 26mm.
Without reel seat = better grip.
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| Close up of the Sonik Reel Seat |
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