While it may have a couple polarizing features, the Ike Signature Power Rod is a well equipped fishing rod that provides you with the power, sensitivity, and functionality you need to pull in the largest of freshwater bass.
On top of the high quality build is a premium phase changing purple finish that truly stands out in a sea of dull colored fishing rods.
All of this is wrapped up in a price tag of under $200. Let’s take a deeper look at some of the rod’s features.
Robust High Modulus Graphite Construction:
The Abu Garcia Ike Signature Power Casting Rod is made of a high-quality graphite blank that provides a lightweight backbone for your fishing rig.
The rod is constructed with 36-ton graphite, which provides an optimal blend of strength and responsiveness. It is a durable rod, that feels sturdy in the hands, without feeling heavy.
The power, sensitivity, and functionality all come together in this rod to provide you with the ability to flex the Ike’s muscle to pull in big fish without the fear of snapping your rod.
High Sensitivity Design:
The Ike Signature Power rod is a high sensitivity rod that is designed to be sensitive enough to detect the slightest bites, yet powerful enough to pull in the largest bass. The blank is built with an advanced high-modulus graphite material that provides a high sensitivity rating.
The blank construction incorporates a powerful tip and butt design that provides optimal performance. The blank retains the firm control that you need to set the hook and drive the fish to the boat.
The tip and butt are constructed from high-modulus graphite that has been wrapped with a premium slim-line blank design. This construction generates a responsive tip with a powerful butt to handle larger fish.
Optimal Finger Grooves:
In working with Mike Iaconelli, Abu Garcia designed finger grooves into the rod that are ergonomically designed to match the shape of your fingertips for the most comfortable grip.
For better control, the rod is equipped with finger grooves that contour to your grip. The grooves are engineered in a specific order to allow your hand to wrap around the rod, lock securely in place, and provide you with maximum control over the rod.
ACS Fuji Reel Seat:
The rod has a Fuji ACS reel seat on it. This reel seat is an updated version of the Fuji Power Concept reel seat that is designed for reduced weight, increased sensitivity, and increased tip speed.
The fishing reel seat is made of graphite that helps to reduce the overall weight of the rod, and it is fitted with a power hump that moves the reel grip forward to give you more control over the rod.
The ACS seat features a prominent trigger that some anglers seem to have very strong opinions on. However, the reel seat works well and offers a solid grip and good control over your rig.
Premium Line Guides:
The rod is equipped with premium stainless steel, high-density line guides with Zirconium inserts. The line guides are made from stainless steel that is resistant to saltwater corrosion and rust.
The line guides are highly durable and designed to endure braid fishing line without grooving or clogging.
The Zirconium inserts are designed to reduce the line wear and extend the life of the rod.
Mike Iaconelli Optimized Actions:
The rod was designed by Mike Iaconelli himself to be just what he would want in a rod. Iaconelli designed specific actions that are tuned for longer casts, power to handle larger fish, and sensitivity to feel every bit of the bite. The Ike rod features a progressive tip combined with a powerful butt for optimal balance and performance.
Stand Out Design:
The rod is designed with a purple phase changing finish that is influenced by the sunset on the West Coast.
This color is both understated and flashy, which perfectly matches Mike Iaconelli’s likeable personality.
The rod is accented with a black and purple trim for a unique look.
