Megabass Destroyer P5 Spinning Rods

Megabass Destroyer P5 Spinning Rods

Revolution brings destructive change. This DESTROYER is king of them all.

In 1995, Yuki Ito prototyped the Destroyer of traditional bass rods, drawing upon his hand-carved ARMS to unleash an unrivaled fusion of craft and technological innovation upon the Japanese bass market. Each subsequent generation of Destroyer reached beyond the standards and conventions of their time to establish a new benchmark. A quarter-century later, “Project Living Legend” was established to ensure that each cycle of destruction and creation through innovation preserved Megabass’ rich DNA, bringing anglers ever-closer to the ideal.

Guided by this spirit, the LAIHA program gave birth to a limited concept rod series in 2019, developed to test and refine standard-destroying technologies to push innovation past present limits. From this tireless effort, the 5-D Graphite System was born. Representing a paradigm shift in the blank construction process, 5-D enables a more perfect realization of the Destroyer through a new method of patterning and layering, unlocking untold potential.

Thus, with each generation, all change, especially destructive, is embraced in the technological pursuit of the angling ideal. Out of this cycle, Destroyer rises anew to challenge anglers to new heights.

Rod Description: 

F0st-63XS “Kirisame Ultimate”: Born to Meet the Challenge of Japan’s Toughest Fields, the F0st-62xs Kirisame Ultimate is the Extreme Expression of Ultralight Finesse, Dialing Sensitivity to the Maximum Setting With a Solid Carbon Stinger Tip and the Extrasensory Abilities of 5-d Graphite. The Kirisame Ultimate Enables Ultralight Presentations Down to 2lb Test, With the Kind of Silky-smooth Responsiveness Required to Absorb Sudden Fights Without Straining Line to the Breaking Point. The Integrity of the New 5-d Blank Construction Method Further Reduces Unwanted Blank Twist and Heavy Reverberations, Delivering Focused, Ultralight Sensitivity and Control.

• Length: 6’3″
• Power: Super Ultra Light 
• Taper: Extra Fast 
• Lure Rating: 1/32oz – 3/32oz
• Line Rating: 2lb – 5lb

F1st-66XS “Kirisame”: The F1st-66xs Kirisame is the New Standard Kirisame of the 5-d Graphite Era. With a Stinger Tip and Upgraded Blank, Kirisame is a Master of Light Finesse Rigs, Scoring Highly Across All Finesse Benchmarks Throughout Its Development. The Extra Fast Tip Displays Excellent “give,” Absorbing Light Bites and Imparting Tantalizing Action Alike. Improved Cut-patterning and Layering Process of the 5-d Graphite System Ensures an Impossibly Smooth Taper Transition Into the Mid-section, Where the Blank’s Tenacious Torque Enables Long Casts, Strong Lifting Power, and Decisive Sweeping Hooksets. The Kirisame is the New Global Standard of Finesse Utility.

• Length: 6’6″
• Power: Ultra Light 
• Taper: Extra Fast 
• Lure Rating: 1/32oz – 1/8oz
• Line Rating: 3lb – 6lb

F2-66XS “Whippet”: When Developing the F2-66xs Whippet, the Megabass Design Team Set Out to Explore the Concept Behind the F2-64xs, a Spinning Rod Beloved for the Better Part of 25 Years. The Resulting 5-d Graphite Prototypes Came in Nearly 35% Lighter and With Significantly More Torque, Leading to the Addition of 2” to the Blank’s Length and Minor Adjustments to More Fully Realize the F2-64xs’ Original Potential. The Whippet is a Multi-purpose, “whip-like” Performer, Boasting Agile Blank Recovery, Lightness and Powerful Torque to Enable Multi-purpose Finesse Applications.

• Length: 6’6″
• Power: Light 
• Taper: Fast 
• Lure Rating: 1/32oz – 1/4oz
• Line Rating: 3lb – 10lb

F2.1/2-76XS “Flyssa”: Renowned for its light and sensitive blank, the Flyssa is designed to manage light line applications with quiet confidence. Developed primarily for finesse swimbaits, hair jigs and spybaits, Flyssa’s 5-d construction also exhibits the kind of sensitivity and silky-smooth load transfer that excels in pressured deep-water situations. Flyssa’s construction makes it a formidable weapon for deep water dropshot presentations because of its balance, leverage and perfect load. These traits come together to capture and hold targets, even when using the smallest of hooks.

• Length: 7’6″
• Power: Light 
• Taper: Fast 
• Lure Rating: 1/16oz – 3/8oz
• Line Rating: 4lb – 10lb

F3-611XS “Landsat”: Drawing Its Inspiration From the F3-610xs, One of the Most Successful Spinning Models in Megabass’ Storied History, the F3-611xs Landsat Applies the Advances of 5-d Graphite to the Finesse Tool of Choice for Serious Anglers the World Over. Developed for Applications Like Drop-shotting and Neko Rigging, the Landsat’s Sensitivity and Control Provide a Birds-eye View of the Battle Unfolding in the Depths, Delivering Insight That Can Separate One Bite From the Next. The 5-d Graphite System’s Refined Patterning and Layering Process Result in a Lighter and More Powerful Rod That Bends With Unimaginable Smoothness, Encouraging Intuitive Control. The Landsat is a Dexterous Finesse Companion True to Its Roots, Sure to Delight Diehard Megabass Connoisseurs and First-time Converts Alike.

• Length: 6’11”
• Power: Medium Light 
• Taper: Fast 
• Lure Rating: 1/16oz – 3/8oz
• Line Rating: 2lb – 12lb

F3.5-72XS “Windbuster”: The F3.5-72xs Wind Buster is the “go-to” Choice to Confront a Vast and Varied Field, Offering an Ideal Balance of Length and Power to Handle Finesse Softbaits and Smaller Hardbaits Alike—especially When Tough Headwinds Make Lures Difficult to Cast With Baitcasting Setups. Powered by the 5-d Graphite System, the Wind Buster Displays Crisp Blank Recovery Performance and Unexpected Torque, Enlivening Presentations From Shaky Heads to Jerkbaits. Medium-fast Taper Uncoils With Silky-smoothness, Transitioning Load to Where It is Borne Best, Allowing for Both Delicate Rod Work and Domineering Performance as the Situation Dictates.

• Length: 7’2″
• Power: Medium 
• Taper: Medium Fast 
• Lure Rating: 1/4oz – 5/8oz
• Line Rating: 6lb – 16lb

F5ST-65XS “Kirisame”: The F5st-65xs Kirisame Kameyama Special is the Ultimate Spinning Tool for Finesse Cover Situations and Deep, Open Water Nose-hooking. The Medium-fast Taper is Finished With a Solid Carbon Stinger Tip for Unimaginable Sensitivity in a F5-power Rod. This Unique Marriage of Opposites Allows for the Presentation of Lighter Rigs That Would Only Be Possible With Rods Underpowered for the Task at Hand.

The Kameyama Special is Built to Target Deep Rockpiles, Gnarly Submerged Timber, Brush, and Structure Infested With Treacherously Sharp Quagga Mussels. With This “heavyweight Finesse” Spinning Setup, Delicate Rigs Can Be Cast Into Heavy Cover With Confidence. The Stinger Tip Allows for Subtle Lure Manipulation and Crisp Sensitivity, While the F5-powered Blank Has the Backbone to Decisively Haul Hard-won Catches From Cover.

*As With All Stinger Tips, Please Be Especially Mindful of Tip Storage and High-sticking, as This Professionally Tuned Tool Will Not Forgive Misuse. If Cared for Properly, the Stinger Tip Will Deliver Unrivaled Performance, Year After Year.

• Length: 6’5″
• Power: Medium Heavy
• Taper: Medium Fast 
• Lure Rating: 1/8oz – 3/4oz
• Line Rating: 8lb – 20lb

F1. 1/2-72XS “Baby Plugging” (7’2″ Light): The F1.1/2-72XS BABY PLUGGING is tuned for finesse hardbaits, leveraging 5-D Graphite to decrease unwanted blank twist and reverberation, and increase power and controllability. Ideally suited to small minnow plugs and crankbaits, the F1.1/2-72XS exhibits exquisite retrieve tension and feel, allowing for thrilling light-bite plugging games.

• Length: 7’2″
• Power: Light 
• Taper: Fast
• Lure Rating: 3/32 – 7/16oz
• Line Rating: 3 – 6lb

F3.5-611XS “Addermine” (6’11” Medium Light): A master of finesse, the addermine’s aggressive taper blends a light tip, torquey midsection and powerful base into a cohesive whole, putting surprising sensitivity and intuitive control within your grasp. Proprietary 5d blank construction enables an impossibly smooth taper transition for a supple experience under load unlike any other.

• Length: 6’11”
• Power: Medium Light + 
• Taper: Extra Fast
• Lure Rating: 1/8 – 1/2oz
• Line Rating: 5 – 12lb