Take on offshore topwater fishing with the DAIWA BLACKWING POPPING RODS, purpose-built for anglers targeting bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, giant trevally, kingfish, and other powerful pelagic species. The Blackwing series is designed to help you cast heavy poppers and stickbaits with confidence while maintaining the pulling power needed for hard offshore battles.

Choose the Daiwa Blackwing model that matches your target species and lure setup. These two-piece popping rods feature HVF Nanoplus graphite, X45 BIAS construction, V-Joint technology, ergonomic offshore grips, and heavy-duty saltwater components for demanding fishing conditions.

Key features

• HVF Nanoplus blank technology: High-density resin bonding helps deliver strength with reduced weight.
• X45 BIAS graphite construction: Helps reduce blank twist under heavy loads for improved casting control and power transfer.
• V-Joint ferrule system: Supports a smooth flex curve across the two-piece blank.
• Ergonomic offshore grips: Non-slip handles provide leverage and control during long fights.
• Heavy-duty saltwater componentry: Designed for heavy braid and demanding offshore environments.

Ideal applications

Daiwa Blackwing popping rods are suited to offshore popper and stickbait fishing for bluefin tuna, yellowfin tuna, giant trevally, kingfish, mahi mahi, and other trophy pelagic species.