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New Frabill Ice Fishing Rod and Reel Combo’s
Fishing Tackle Reviews, Ice Fishing Tackle Reviews theangler PM
A Norseman of the Viking Age made his living raiding and pillaging, and his weapons were the tools of his trade. Battle brought these fearless men together, regardless of social status. On the battlefield, all Norse were equal – even if some had fancier swords and battle-axes than others.
Vikings still do battle today, but the loot and weapons have changed. Forged steel is replaced by modern graphite and composite materials, while the coveted riches are excellent pan-fried with hushpuppies. Gaze over any frozen lake this winter, and you’ll see what we mean.
Ice anglers are the Vikings of our time, employing a variety of tactics and techniques to claim their prize. And like those before them, tools are critical to their success. Big fish, small fish, deep, shallow, power or finesse – no single “weapon” does it all. Thankfully, the ice-elders at Frabill have collaborated to design six all-new ice rod and reel series’ for 2015. Frabill’s Fin-S Pro, Freya, Njord, Odin, Tyr and Fenris offer ice anglers 20 distinct fish-catching tools spanning the full spectra of price and performance.
FIN-S PRO
With four models to choose from, Frabill’s new Fin-S Pro series of spinning combos feature performance carbon fiber blanks, stainless steel single-foot ice guides, cork grips, premium reel seats, and ultra-smooth 3 plus 1 ball bearing instant anti-reverse reels. Light and Ultra-Light panfish models boast super sensitive micro spring bobbers. Top-end features combined with stunning black and silver cosmetics mark the Fin-S Pro as a professional weapon at a pauper’s price.
Model # 6971 Fin-S 26” Light Pro Spinning Combo
Model # 6972 Fin-S 30” Medium Pro Spinning Combo
Model # 6973 Fin-S 36” Medium to Heavy Pro Spinning ComboRod Features:
• Black and silver solid carbon fiber blank for increased sensitivity
• Stainless steel ice guides
• Blank-through-handle construction
• Cork grip with threaded reel seat
• Micro spring bobber on Light and Ultra-Light modelsReel Features:
• Silver 3 plus 1 ball bearing reel
• Multi-disc front load drag with Infinite anti-reverse
• Machined aluminum spool
• Sub-Zero lube for smooth operation in coldest temperatures
• Tapered drag knob for reducing line catch
• L/R ambidextrous handle
• Deluxe quick fold handle
MSRP: $29.99
With a nod to the Norse Goddess of beauty, love and destiny, Frabill offers hardcore female icers (or anyone who likes high performance and the color pink) two top-quality Freya spinning combos. Combining durable composite blanks, comfortable EVA grips, single foot stainless steel guides, and a 1 plus 1 ball bearing infinite anti-reverse reel, Freya provides those who seek performance and beauty the opportunity to pound fish all day long. Go ahead. It’s your destiny.Model # 6922 Freya 24” Ultra Light Spinning Combo
Model # 6923 Freya 28” Medium Spinning ComboRod Features:
• Extra durable black fiberglass composite blank with pink and silver accents
• Sensitive blank through handle construction
• Comfortable EVA grip padded handle with graphite slip rings
• Single foot stainless steel guides
Reel Features:
• Pink 1+1 ball bearing reel with instant anti-reverse
• Multi-disc drag
• Chrome plated ABS spool
• Sub-Zero lube for smooth operation in coldest temperatures
• Tapered drag knob for reducing line catch
• L/R ambidextrous handle
MSRP: $24.99
Meet Njord, an ice combo more than worthy to bear the name of the Norse God of fishing. Offered in four diverse models to handle panfish, walleyes and everything in between, Njord’s hallmark features include silver-colored composite blanks with fast-tapered Micro-Flex actions for finesse jigging and easy strike detection, ergonomic cork grips, and smooth 2 ball bearing reels.Model # 6791 Njord 22” Ultra Light Spinning Combo
Model # 6792 Njord 26” Light Spinning Combo
Model # 6793 Njord 28” Deadstick Spinning Combo
Model # 6794 Njord 28” Medium Spinning ComboRod Features:
• Extra durable silver and black fiberglass composite blank
• Fast tapered Micro-Flex action
• Sensitive blank through handle construction
• Comfortable cork handle
• Lightweight graphite slip ring reel seat
Reel Features:
• Frost-colored 2 ball bearing reel
• Multi-disc front load drag
• Chrome plated ABS spool
• Sub-Zero lube for smooth operation in coldest temperatures
• Tapered drag knob for reducing line catch
• L/R ambidextrous handle
MSRP: $19.99
To a Viking, Odin is the all-father of the gods. To you, it’s the catchall combo series. Anywhere. Anytime. With four great and powerful models in the lineup, Odin mixes fast-tapered Micro Flex actions on black and silver highlighted composite blanks with slim custom reel seats, hi-vis tip sections, and reliably smooth 2 ball bearing reels. Seeking angling enlightenment at a great price? Consult Odin.Model # 683301 Odin 28” Medium Spinning Combo
Model # 683302 Odin 22” Ultra Light Spinning Combo
Model #683303 Odin 26″ Light Spinning Combo
Model # 683304 Odin 26” Deadstick Spinning ComboRod Features:
• Extra durable black and silver fiberglass composite blank with hi-vis tip
• Fast tapered Micro-Flex action for finesse jigging and easy strike detection
• Sensitive blank through handle construction
• Custom reel seat with slim, EVA grip
Reel Features:
• Charcoal gray 2 ball bearing reel
• Multi-disc front load drag
• Chrome plated ABS spool
• Sub-Zero lube for smooth operation in coldest temperatures
• Tapered drag knob for reducing line catch
• L/R ambidextrous handle
MSRP: $19.99
The glory of ice fishing is all yours with Tyr, Frabill’s new no-nonsense line of ice fishing combos. Made for panfish, each of the three available Tyr combos puts sleek and durable silver and black composite blanks to work with low-profile single foot guides, ergonomic cork handles, and workmanlike multi-disc drag reels. Norse mythology says Tyr was the god of Heroic Glory, which is who you’ll be when you tote your bucket full of bluegills home for supper.Model # 6808 Tyr 20” Micro Light Spinning Combo
Model # 6809 Tyr 22” Ultra Light Spinning Combo
Model # 6810 Tyr 24” Light Spinning ComboRod Features:
• Extra durable silver and black fiberglass composite blank
• Sensitive blank through handle construction
• Cork handle
• Lightweight graphite slip ring reel seat
Reel Features:
• Black 1 ball bearing reel
• Multi-disc front load drag
• Chrome plated ABS spool
• Sub-Zero lube for smooth operation in coldest temperatures
• Tapered drag knob for reducing line catch
• L/R ambidextrous handle
MSRP: $14.99
For the beast in every ice angler, Frabill presents Fenris, a tough three-rod series designed to handle everything from bluegill to big bass. Sporting resilient fiberglass composite black and gold-accented blanks with hi-vis tips, Fenris also features a full threaded reel seat, EVA grips, and reliable multi-disc drag reel. Norse mythology tells us that Fenris was a monstrous wolf. We think that’s pretty awesome – and so are these hard-working value combos.Model # 682201 Fenris 26” Medium Spinning Combo
Model # 682202 Fenris 22” Ultra Light Spinning Combo
Model # 682203 Fenris 24” Light Spinning ComboRod Features:
• Extra durable black and gold-accented fiberglass composite blanks
• Sensitive blank through handle construction
• Threaded real seat with EVA grips
Reel Features:
• Black 1 ball bearing reel
• Multi-disc front load drag
• Chrome plated ABS spool
• Sub-Zero lube for smooth operation in coldest temperatures
• Tapered drag knob for reducing line catch
• L/R ambidextrous handle
MSRP: $14.99