Tsunami Airwave Elite Surf Spinning Rods Review

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Tsunami Airwave Elite Surf Spinning Rods Reviews

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Nice Rod

Peter
2 years ago

Good for surfcasting and feels great with the 70/30 split

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Great rod for the money

Peter
2 years ago

I bought one of these while I was waiting for a custom rod to be repaired. It's a very decent rod for the money. Paired with a long-cast reel, this rod will let you throw lures in the same league as some of the big boys. I still have this rod around, and use it as a guest rod when friends visit and don't bring their own gear. They are usually impressed by the distance they are read more able to squeeze out of this rod.

It fights fish great. Plenty of backbone - I've never felt under-gunned even with some pretty decent fish.

I would very much recommend this to someone just getting into surfcasting or not looking to break the bank on some gear to get into fish.

Good backbone

Liem
2 years ago

work well with lure and bait

Tsunami TSAWESS-1202XXH Airwave Elite Surf Spinning Rod

J R.
2 years ago

I have many rods and this is my favorite rod for stripers, blues etc. Caught a 70# striper last year on it.

Versatile rod, 70/30 split is great!

Joseph
2 years ago

I like the 70/30 split. It gives me some extra confidence in the spine, and I don't have to worry about half the rod getting out of alignment.

The 3/4-3 Oz rating is great for tossing 2oz spoons and plugs in the surf.

This clearly isn't an 8nbait rod, but feels very versatile. I wanted something that could do surf and jetties, and this really fits the bill read more for me.

Upgrade to standard

Chris
2 years ago

i have seen a bunch of the standard airwave series break, on fish, snags and rocks.

the elite series however i have seen catch the biggest fish i have ever seen

light weight blank that distributes the load evenly through out.

Great rod, great price

Jeff
2 years ago

Love this rod! Paired with a Diawa 3500 is quite the combo! Gets me out far enough in the surf for some sweet Pompano action and strong enough to wrestle in big reds and snook!

Strong and light

Mark
2 years ago

Great rod so far. Will cast a 6oz weigh and a 12 inch bluefish pretty well. Had one shark on and I forgot to loosen the drag on a 10500 with 80lb braid. The rod bent all the way over but did not break. Before I could get to it, the rod holder broke and the combo went surfing. I chased after it but wasnt quick enough. I thought it would be half way to Cuba the next day. Some pompano read more fishermen actually snagged it the next morning in the trough (shark not still attached) and gave it back to me. I rinsed it off and it is as good as new. Must be a tough rod to put up with that abuse.

Great Fighter rod!!!

Serge
2 years ago

I'm own 1002XH for 3 years now using mostly on jetties, fishing for Kings, JT's Bullreds, Sharks...So far all good, have no problem with the rod or guides.But a couple times just cut the main line because of large shark attack and swallow my King.

So far so good

Mike
3 years ago

Lightweight for its size. the 1002 xh likes the 3-4 better than 2 weight it seems for me.

High quality

Nick
3 years ago

First time I bought a higher quality rod. Felt the difference immediately. Really like the 70/30 split

8’8” Great Light Surf Rod

Tyler
3 years ago

The 8’8” is perfect for playing with schoolie stripers, blues and albies. It does best with 3/4 to 1.5oz lures, doesn’t really load well with 1/2oz but it will work well enough for that in a pinch. The action is a little soft but overall it works really well and that seems to help with throwing lighter plugs like small mag darters without having them wobble as much on the cast.

Tsunamai Airwave Elite 1102M

Anonymous
3 years ago

I have several many more expensive rods ........... But, I always gravitate to this one .......

I throw a lot of swimbaits at the Cape Cod Canal, which cast terribly ..... This rod gets the most out of them ......

Also casting metals into the wind on the beach, this rod outperforms my Century for distance ...... lighter lure scale, a little looser ......read more />
I also have a 11'4" I use on the Canal for jigging heavy 5/6oz, in heavy current .... Very stiff to get the jig off the bottom and can turn big fish in heavy current .....

For me, the very best value in surf rods ....... sub $200.00 .......

Great rod

X
3 years ago

Bought it as a heaver for drums at the OBX. Its light weight and can cast 8nBait. Would consider it an entry heaver.

Tsunami Airwave Elite Surf Spinning Rods Questions and Answers

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Asked by Mark 5 years ago

I'm looking for a good all round rod for surf fishing the DE. Surf, bait being used is bunker mullet and clams. what would you recommend to go along with a Penn Spin fisher V 6500

Rebecca 5 years ago

The Penn Spinfisher V 6500 would be a perfect reel for that application. The 9' 3" or the 10" rod would pair with the reel great.

Asked by Brendan 5 years ago

Would the Van Staal vr 50 be a good match for this rod(9,6) model?

Rebecca 5 years ago

The VR50 works best with 7-8' rods. It is used commonly on lighter 9' set-ups. It can work, but the 150 size is more ideal.

Asked by Jeff 5 years ago

I'm trying to decide between the Star Rods SG1530S11, Tsunami TSAWESS-1062 MH OR the TSAWESS-1102M ? Which is better for tossing up to 3oz sinker and bait, as well as for casting lures from 3/4oz to 2oz?<br>

Andrew Montagna 5 years ago

I would go with the 1102M or Heavy would work also

Asked by jerry mariano 5 years ago

what rod better suits a spinfisher v5500 and 6500

Andrew Montagna 5 years ago

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Asked by Luis 2 years ago

What is the action on the 8 8'' rod?<p><br /></p>

Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Luis,<p>The Tsunami Elite Surf rod TSAWESS 882M is a fast action medium power surf rod.  Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.</p>

Asked by joseph Monaco 2 years ago

how longid the 9 foot   9    6  ??

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Joseph, The Tsunami TSAWESS-962M Airwave Elite Surf Spinning Rod is 9' feet 6" inches. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by Niko Pannes 2 years ago

How well would a Shimano speed master XTC surf spinning reel 14000 pair with tsunami airwave elite surf 12ft XXH. I’m going to be using this setup for sharks from the surf mostly in the 5-9 foot range. How well would this setup pair, balance and etc. 

Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Niko,<p>The Shimano Speed Master XTC 1400 surf reel and the Tsunami Airwave Elite TSAWESS-1202XXH surf rod would pair and balance very nicely for shark fishing in the surf.  Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.</p>

Asked by Ken 2 years ago

What rod would pair best with a Shimano Spheros 8000 used mostly for tossing plugs and tons. <br>

Rick - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

Ken,<p>The Tsunami Airwave Elite Surf rod TSAWESS-1062MH (TSU-0092) would pair the best with Shimano Spheros 8000 for throwing plugs / tins.  Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist you with.</p>

Asked by Eddie 3 years ago

I need a rod that I can pair with a Shimano Saragosa 5000 reel or a penn spinfisher 6000 reel to cast beyond the 2nd sandbar which is probably 100 yards away. Will the Tsunami Air Waves <span style="font-weight: 700; color: rgb(52, 52, 52); font-family: A

Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

As long as you use a heavy enough lure and proper line for this rod, you should be able to get extreme casting distances with the 12' model. 

Asked by Ntando Mvelase 3 years ago

Can this rod(11ft heavy) handle big fish up to 30 kilos  <p>As this is why I will be targeting</p>

Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

This rod is designed for Surf fishing, so if you plan on targeting these 30 kilo fish from the Surf or shore, it should handle them well. 

Asked by EDWARD J GAUDET 3 years ago

is the 1002xh a 50-50 split...thanks

Billy - TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

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Asked by Wilder 3 years ago

I have the tsunami TSAWESS 1102M Airwave Elite and like to know which reel will be better between the BG 6500  29.5 (oz) and  the BG  5000 22.6 (oz) thank you

Austin Kearney 3 years ago

I would go with the 6500 in this case, as it would balance better on that rod.

Asked by Ntando Mvelase 3 years ago

Can the 12ft xxh rod catch big 7-9 ft sharks off the beach or is the Penn prevail 2 be a better fit

TackleDirect Customer Service 3 years ago

I would recommend this rod over the penn Prevail for big sharks

Asked by Tom 3 years ago

Looking for a surf casting rod that can handle 3/4 - 4 oz  lures in Montauk surf that has M or MH power and M or MF action. <p>I’ll  be using 50lb braid. Can you recommend an Airwave rod in the 10ft range? Thanks </p>

Alex Trommelen 3 years ago

Thanks for reaching out about our products!<p>It looks like this 10'6 model fits the bill for the specs you are looking for and would certainly work for your desired application.</p><p>https://www.tackledirect.com/tsunami-tsawess-1062mh-airwave-elite-surf

Asked by George phanchulidze 4 years ago

Hi I have Shimano thunnus 12000c14 spinning reel, Which size tsunami airwaive elite rod you recommend?  Thanks.

Sydney 4 years ago

The 11" H will make a great fit for your reel while giving you lots of versatility. <p><a href="https://www.tackledirect.com/tsunami-tsawess-1102h-airwave-elite-surf-spinning-rod.html">https://www.tackledirect.com/tsunami-tsawess-1102h-airwave-elite-surf

Asked by bt 4 years ago

thinking on buying the 9'3 extra heavy rod to pair with a tsunami salt x 6000, im wondering how that would fit and what does the extra heavy mean im scared it would be too heavy or too stiff, i also fish in florida

Sydney 4 years ago

XH Refers to the stiffness of the rod. If you plan on using moving baits, I recommend getting something that will bend more at the tip. Like a H or MH. 6000 or 6500 is the right class of reel for that type of rod. 

Asked by M. J. H 4 years ago

Hey there. Just picked up the Elite 9’6†with a Battle II 5000 to go with it. I’m thinking that might be a bit heavy for that rod. Should I exchange the rod for 10ft to fit that reel? Much appreciated, thank you.

Sydney 4 years ago

A Battle II 5000 is not going to be too big for your 9'6" rod, though a 10' rod would fit slightly better. There is no need for the switch unless you would prefer the extra half of a foot to match the extra bit of power. 

Asked by Tom 4 years ago

Would the VR50 be a good fit for the 10.6? I'm wondering why we would need a bigger reel as the VR50 retrieve is comparable to bigger reels. Could it be too light or lighter is better? Thanks!

Brian 4 years ago

A VR50 would not balance out well on a 10'6" surf rod since it is extremely lightweight, at around 9oz but you could certainly use it on one. 

Asked by Chad 4 years ago

What is the split ratio of the TSAWESS-882M?

Tyler Bennett 4 years ago

This model is a 70/30 split 

Asked by jay Salah 4 years ago

Hi, I plugs1-4 oz, Chungking off beaches on the north shore Mass..I’m trying to decide between the tsunami airwaves elite 10 6†or the 11†mh ,my reel is a shimino baitcaster 8000 .What would you recommend in this price range?I would be open to other

Asked by Mark 4 years ago

What the length of the lower handle on the airwave elite 9'3" extra heavy rod?

Tyler Bennett 4 years ago

From the butt to the bottom of the reel seat is 17 1/4 in. 

Asked by Greg 4 years ago

What size tsunami shield reel would pair well with the airwaves elite 8’8â€

Andrew Montagna 4 years ago

I would recommend 5000 to 6000 should be perfect.

Asked by Bry V 5 years ago

what is the best rod for slammer3 4500? Using 3/4-4 oz spoons and jigs in surf. Need to cast far

Rebecca Redington 5 years ago

The 9'3" or 10' will pair with a 4500 well. If you want to cast for we suggest going with the 10'. 

Asked by Max 5 years ago

Looking at the Tsunami Airwave Elite.  I'd pair with a Diawa BG4000.   Primary use will be for plugging and tossing lighter plastics (1-3 oz) from the sand on Nantucket.  I have a wide assortment of surf rods but most are too heavy for all-day casting. <p

CHARLES 4 years ago

The Mojo Surf from St. Croix is a lighter rod blank but with great action and backbone.  

Asked by GG 5 years ago

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Rebecca Redington 5 years ago

This would be a 70/30 split. 

Asked by Marlon 6 years ago

How much does 11â€â"¢4†rod weigh?

Bernie 6 years ago

Hello Marlin, this rod weighs 1 pound even.

Asked by James 5 years ago

When will you have this in stock? 

Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

Most models are available for purchase now but usually take 1 to 2 weeks for delivery of a out of stock item. 

Asked by Michael 5 years ago

Hi I need the rod for longest cast distance possible. right now I have the Daiwa emblem pro ex reel and 10-foot rod I don't need for trolling. I cast and wait, I'm using 5oz weight and porgy rig with sandworms. I understand longer rod and heavier weight

Andrew Montagna 5 years ago

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Asked by Corey 5 years ago

Will the 1102H pair well with a Penn Slammer 3 6500 high speed? Will be throwing 3-4 oz Robert's Rangers and Big Shots from Costa Rica surf. Also throwing 2 oz poppers

Ethan 5 years ago

Yes, they should pair well.

Asked by Jay 5 years ago

What would be the best option for fishing striper in the cape with lures.

Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

The 12 foot xxh would probably be your best bet as the water current runs through that area fast . 

Asked by Jeff 5 years ago

What is the lure and line weight for the <a href="https://www.tackledirect.com/tsunami-tsawess-1102m-airwave-elite-surf-spinning-rod.html">TSAWESS-1102M</a> ?<br>

Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

15-30 line weight, 1-4 oz lure rating 

Asked by Caleb 5 years ago

I’m looking for an all around surf rod for multiple applications. (Chunk bait fishing, popper fishing etc...) What would you recommend?

Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

The best all around fishing for chunking and popping would be the 10'6 mh rated up to 3 1/2 oz  

Asked by Michael Mercado 5 years ago

What is the lure rating for the tsunami elite 11ft medium 

Bernie De Graaf 5 years ago

1-4 OZ 

Asked by Jerry 5 years ago

Which rod would fit my Daiwa 6500 BG the best, 10'xh or 10'6" mh?

Bernie 5 years ago

Both rods would fit but depending on what type of fishing your doing(lures or cutbait) would really determine which rod you should purchase.

Asked by Andres Jimenez 5 years ago

I would like to know which would be better suited for my type of fishing. I am deciding in between the TSunami airwave elite 10,xxh or the 10'6 st.croix triumph spinning rod. I mostly fish plugs in the two to the 3.5ounce range with an occasional very lig

Bernie 5 years ago

The xxh would be to heavy, the 10 foot xh would be a good choice as its rated for 3 - 6oz

Asked by John Bozzella 5 years ago

Dear Tackle Direct, Tsunami Aiwave Elite Surf Spinning Rod, ( 1102M ) is medium power but what is the action of this rod ? Fast, Moderate, or both ?? Thank You Much, John Bozzella.

Bernie 5 years ago

This rod has a fast action.

Asked by Andres jimenez 5 years ago

I received the answer from tackle direct for my previous question of whether to buy the lamiglas insane serf series 10' MH or one of these rods. They advised me to get the lamiglas but, I have heard rumors of the warranty being trash on a lamiglases part,

Bernie 5 years ago

Our return is a 30 day un-used policy. Any broken rod within that one year warranty would need to be covered by the manufacture. Lamiglas and Tsunami equally have great warranties.

Asked by Andrés Jimenez 5 years ago

Which one of this series would you recommend, I am deciding between the lamiglas insane 10 ft mh or one of these rods. I will be using it for bunker chunking as well as plugs and other similar techniques. I will be fishing for blues and strippers in Monta

Bernie 5 years ago

The 10ft mh insane surf from Lamiglas would be your best all around rod, a good blend of power and fell for shunking as well as throwing plugs.

Asked by Mike 4 years ago

What would you recommend for 1-4 the 11ft Medium or the 11ft Heavy?<p>Do you think 4oz would be pushing it with the Medium or I'd have to take it easy casting 4oz with it?</p>

Bernie De Graaf 4 years ago

For 1-4 oz lures I would go for the Medium Heavy, less stress on the rod. 

Asked by Nick Brigs 6 years ago

The 9.3 M. How much does it weigh?

Bernie 6 years ago

This rod weighs 15.2 oz's

Asked by Sal 6 years ago

Is the 11'4 a 50 50 split or 70 30 and would it be good for chunking bait

Bernie 6 years ago

Hello Sal, It looks more like a 60/40 split but it would be a great rod for chunking.

Asked by Greg 6 years ago

Was looking to pair a 9â€â"¢3†with a tsunami shield reel what would the appropriate size

Bernie 6 years ago

The 4000 shield would pair up nice with the 9'3 airwave elite surf.

Asked by Dean 7 years ago

What is the weight of TSAWESS-1062 MH ? Which one is better between star rod SG1530S11 and TSAWESS-1062 MH ? Thanks

Bernie 7 years ago

The TSAWESS-1062 MH weighs in at 1 pound 7.2 oz's and both those rods are equally as good depends on what your using it for and personal preference

Asked by Craig 1 year ago

What's the best all around rod for catching anything off Clearwater FL beaches

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 1 year ago

<span>Hi Craig, Depending on your fishing application, I would recommend a Tsunami TSAWESS-1102H Airwave Elite Surf Spinning Rod. </span><a href="https://www.tackledirect.com/tsunami-tsawess-1102h-airwave-elite-surf-spinning-rod.html">https://www.tackledi

Asked by Louie 2 years ago

Is the 11M rod splits 50/50 ?<p>Thanks </p>

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Louie, The Tsunami TSAWESS 1102M Airwave Elite Surf Spinning Rod has a 60/40 rod split. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by John D. 2 years ago

Would the 96 pair well with the Diawa Saltist MQ 4000?

KRAIG FRIEDMAN 2 years ago

Yes. The 9'6" would pair up very nicely with the Saltist 4000MQ.

Asked by joseph Monaco 2 years ago

how much doe 8 8 air wave elite weigh

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span> Hi Joseph, The TSAWESS-882M model has a rod weight of 9.6oz. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by Tom D 2 years ago

Can you recommend an 8' ft back bay rod (1/2 - 2 oz) for spring striped bass fishing and a 9' surf/jetty rod (3/4 - 3 0z) for fall run striped bass. Looking for moderate action. I'm considering a Trophy II vs Air Wave Elite. Looking at Med Heavy. Thanks.Â

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Tom, I would recommend a Tsunami TSTIISS-802MH Trophy II Surf Spinning Rod. This is a 3/4-3oz and is not available in a 1/2-2oz lure weight option with the other features you want. </span><a>https://www.tackledirect.com/tsunami-tstiiss-802mh-trop

Asked by Jay 2 years ago

What split is the 12ft xxh rod?

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Jay, The Tsunami TSAWESS-1202XXH Airwave Elite Surf Spinning Rod is a 70/30 split. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>

Asked by joseph Monaco 2 years ago

tsunami 9   6   elite how much does it weigh

Brendan - TackleDirect Customer Service 2 years ago

<span>Hi Joe, The Tsunami TSAWESS-962M Airwave Elite Surf Spinning Rod weighs approximately 11.2oz. Please let us know if theres anything else we can assist you with. Tight Lines. </span>