Casting rod SMITH KOZ Expedition C 77 LH

Smith KOZ Expedition 77LH casting rod

An ideal KOZ for heavy pike fishing

The Smith KOZ Expedition 77LH Casting is a rod designed for anglers seeking power, precision, and comfort in modern pike fishing. It proves particularly effective with lures such as Pig Shad Jr, Pig Shad, large shads, and rigs intended for prospecting open waters.

Its balance between softness and stiffness allows effective lure animation while maintaining excellent control during the fight. This action tires the fish quickly, with a reassuring working curve and a power reserve suited to powerful predators.

A high-performing rod for jigging and linear retrieves

With its length and long handle, the KOZ Expedition 77LH provides excellent leverage for long casts. It is perfectly suited to large alpine lakes such as Lake Geneva, Annecy, or Le Bourget, where covering ground and reaching fish holding at distance is essential.

It allows for effective jigging or linear shad retrieves. Its responsiveness ensures good lure control, while its power allows for strong hook sets and keeping the upper hand against big pike.

Effective in weed beds and snag-filled spots

The Smith KOZ Expedition 77LH Casting is also very well suited to frog fishing in weed beds. It allows for the quick extraction of a pike, large bass, or peacock bass from cover, with the authority needed to minimize the risk of snagging in vegetation.

This ability to fish snag-filled areas makes it a very interesting rod for technical approaches, where casting accuracy and immediate power are essential.

Saltwater and freshwater versatility

Beyond pike fishing, this rod is also used for more specific saltwater applications. Some guides use it on the Atlantic Ocean to target meagre and pollock around wrecks, proof of its versatility and ability to handle powerful fights.

It is therefore aimed at anglers who want a high-end casting rod capable of handling large freshwater predators as well as demanding saltwater fishing, without sacrificing comfort or precision.

A high-end build by KOZ Expedition

The KOZ Expedition range was overseen by Kozo Okubo, nicknamed the Big Fish Hunter. It was developed to target large fish in both freshwater and saltwater, with a design built for performance and longevity.

The blank features a 3D multi-axis carbon weave integrating graphite fibers in 8T, 24T, and 30T. The tri-wrap system reinforces the rod's strength and improves its durability under heavy stress.

Key specifications

• Model, Smith KOZ Expedition 77LH Casting
• Reference, KOZ77LH
• Type, saltwater and freshwater casting rod
• Length, 231 cm
• Collapsed length, 120 cm
• Number of sections, 2
• Line, PE3 to PE6
• Lure weight, up to 180 g
• Weight, 208 g, handle 57 cm
• Multi-axis carbon blank 8T, 24T and 30T, tri-wrap system