Casting Rod SMITH KOZ Expedition 3 Magnum Husky 80 SH

Smith KOZ Expedition 3 MH / 80SH casting rod

A casting rod designed for extreme fishing

The Smith KOZ Expedition 3 MH / 80SH is a high-end casting rod developed for anglers seeking maximum power and high reliability against the most hard-fighting fish. From the KOZ III series, it was specifically designed for snakehead fishing, a species renowned for its aggression, explosive strikes and ability to seek refuge in cluttered areas.

This rod is also perfectly suited to heavy catfish and pike fishing on large lakes, particularly with very large lures. It is aimed at demanding anglers who want a tool capable of applying strong pressure from the strike and maintaining control throughout the fight.

An impressive power reserve

The KOZ Expedition 3 MH / 80SH features an exceptional power reserve, equivalent to approximately 55 kg. This strength allows powerful fish to be effectively restrained, extracted from obstacles and prolonged fights to be minimized.

Despite this high level of power, the KOZ Expedition series retains the desired balance between softness and stiffness. The rod works progressively to tire the fish quickly, while maintaining a high level of control for the angler.

An excellent rod for very large lures

This model has proven particularly effective for pike fishing on large lakes with very large lures. Its ability to load powerfully on the cast allows swimbaits, big baits and other bulky lures designed for large predators to be fully exploited.

Its length and handle provide excellent leverage for propelling heavy lures at distance, as well as for sustaining retrieves and maintaining a stable position during intense fights.

A high-end build by KOZ Expedition

The KOZ Expedition range was supervised by Kozo Okubo, nicknamed the Big Fish Hunter. It was designed to target the largest fish in both saltwater and freshwater, with a clear philosophy: let the rod work to tire the fish quickly.

The blank benefits from a 3-dimensional weave with multi-axis carbon integrating graphite fibers in 8T, 24T and 30T. This design provides power, resistance and responsiveness, while preserving an effective fighting action.

Finishes designed for longevity

The Smith KOZ Expedition 3 MH / 80SH features a tri-wrap system designed to reinforce the most stressed areas. This finish improves the overall resistance and contributes to the rod's longevity during intensive use.

It is a specialized, powerful and reliable rod, perfectly suited to anglers looking for a casting model capable of taking on out-of-the-ordinary fish and casting very heavy lures with authority.

Key specifications

• Model, Smith KOZ Expedition 3 MH / 80SH
• Type, sea and freshwater casting rod
• Length, 243 cm
• Packed length, 176 cm
• Number of sections, butt + tip
• Line, PE8 to PE12
• Lure power, 300 g max
• Weight, 269 g, handle 63 cm
• KOZ III series, developed for snakehead
• Multi-axis carbon blank 8T, 24T and 30T, tri-wrap system