Cast Izm

Breath-taking casting performance.

New for 2021, the Cast IZM is set to make its mark on the New Zealand surfcasting scene – and a long mark at that.

Optimal casting performance begins with blank design, and nothing was held back when constructing the blank of the Cast IZM. Featuring Daiwa’s exclusive graphite construction SVF (Super Volume Fiber), which combines precise resin control with unidirectional graphite to produce a blank with maximum graphite density, the blank of the Cast IZM is extremely lightweight, powerful, and sensitive. X45 Bias Wrap construction is integrated to radically improve strength and durability by eliminating twist and preventing blank distortion under load. To compliment this Daiwa has utilized revolutionary ferrule technology in V-Joint Alpha. This allows the ferrule of the Cast IZM to flex with the rod, resulting in a multi-piece blank with performance comparable to a one-piece blank in flex, power, and responsiveness. Not content, Daiwa designers went a step further and added a hybrid tip with heightened bite sensitivity. Megatop, comprised of a new SVF-SPX material, allows for the construction of a solid tip with extremely even distribution of fibers. The result is a tip section with virtually no spine that is capable of bending with the same angle in any direction.

A purpose-built casting instrument requires the best componentry available. To that end the Cast IZM uses Fuji stainless steel lowrider guides with SiC inserts, and a Fuji NS-7 plate style reel seat. All unnecessary components have been removed from the handle section, and an anti-slip coating has been used on all parts held by the thrower. An ergonomic heel base finishes the build providing the perfect secure grip for performing technical casts.