Built for the demands of striper trolling and heavy saltwater applications, the Daiwa Blackline Mojo Conventional Rod combines a premium component package with a purpose-built design that delivers the strength, leverage, and control needed to handle powerful fish on heavy braid. The carbon slick butt provides a modern, durable finish with a smooth surface for easy maintenance, while the shrink rubber foregrip delivers a comfortable, secure hold during extended battles with large fish.
A gimbal butt allows for better rod control and leverage when fighting a catch from a rod holder or fighting belt, and the sturdy Fuji reel seat locks your conventional reel securely in place even under the strain of a sizeable striper or surf species. Heavy-duty guides handle 30100 lb braid without issue. Available in 6’6″ Heavy and 7’0″ Medium-Heavy and Heavy.
Key Features
- Carbon Slick Butt Modern, durable carbon finish provides a smooth surface for easy maintenance and a clean aesthetic; resists saltwater corrosion and wear.
- Shrink Rubber Foregrip Comfortable, secure grip during extended fights with powerful fish; maintains grip in wet conditions.
- Heavy-Duty Guides Built to handle 30100 lb braid without line damage; rated for the heavy loads of striper trolling and surf applications.
- Gimbal Butt Allows for better rod control and leverage when fighting fish from a rod holder, fighting belt, or gunwale; essential for conventional trolling applications.
- Sturdy Fuji Reel Seat Locks conventional reels securely in place under heavy load; Fuji quality ensures long-term reliability in saltwater environments.
- MH & H Power Options Medium-Heavy (3080 lb braid) and Heavy (50100 lb braid) power ratings to match your target species and trolling setup.
Product Specifications
| Specification |
BL661H-MJ |
BL701MH-MJ |
BL701H-MJ |
| Length |
6’6″ |
7’0″ |
7’0″ |
| Power |
Heavy |
Medium-Heavy |
Heavy |
| Line Rating (Braid) |
50100 lb |
3080 lb |
50100 lb |
| Butt |
Carbon Slick + Gimbal |
Carbon Slick + Gimbal |
Carbon Slick + Gimbal |
| Foregrip |
Shrink Rubber |
Shrink Rubber |
Shrink Rubber |
| Reel Seat |
Fuji |
Fuji |
Fuji |
| Guides |
Heavy Duty |
Heavy Duty |
Heavy Duty |
| Rod Type |
Conventional |
Conventional |
Conventional |
Model Selection Guide
- BL661H-MJ 6’6″ Heavy / 50100 lb Braid: The shortest, most powerful model. Ideal for boat trolling where a shorter rod provides better leverage and control in tight quarters; handles the heaviest striper and surf setups.
- BL701MH-MJ 7’0″ Medium-Heavy / 3080 lb Braid: The most versatile model; 7’0″ length and MH power cover a wide range of striper trolling and heavy surf applications on 3080 lb braid.
- BL701H-MJ 7’0″ Heavy / 50100 lb Braid: Maximum reach with maximum power; 7’0″ length for improved casting distance and leverage on the heaviest setups targeting large striper and surf species.
Best For
- Striper Trolling Gimbal butt, Fuji reel seat, and heavy-duty guides purpose-built for conventional trolling setups targeting striped bass on heavy braid.
- Heavy Surf Fishing Carbon slick butt and 50100 lb braid ratings handle the demands of heavy surf applications for large surf species.
- Conventional Reel Anglers Fuji reel seat and gimbal designed specifically for conventional reels on 30100 lb braid setups.
- Serious Saltwater Anglers Premium component package at $159.99 (regularly $199.99) for anglers who demand Fuji hardware and purpose-built conventional rod design.
