ANGLERS REPUBLIC ShoreGun Evolv SFTGS-96XH+

Full Translation — ShoreGun EVOLV Series

As a core lineup for shore-casting games—targeting seabass, bluefish, shore-slow, eging, and flounder—the ShoreGun EVOLV series has built a strong reputation through years of field performance. Now, the series returns with a 2021 model update. The carbon layout in the butt section has been redesigned to deliver an even sharper casting feel, while select models also feature revised handle shapes and optimized guide positioning for higher real-world performance. The natural grip of cork provides a uniquely tactile, almost adhesive feel in the hand. Combined with a design that incorporates the aesthetic texture of carbon materials, each rod is crafted to be a long-term fishing companion—functional beauty without unnecessary ornamentation. Experience the “best” that we aim for.

X CARBONOLOGY

An effective reinforcement system in which carbon sheets are wrapped in an X-pattern, achieving performance beyond previous models. This construction reduces weight while increasing torsional rigidity, enhancing stability and power transmission throughout the blank.

Tangle Free K GUIDE

Covering the Full Scope of Shore Games

The ShoreGun EVOLV lineup is organized by target species and fishing style, keeping it at the forefront of the shore-casting scene. With 17 models covering bluefish, seabass, flatfish, shore-slow jigging, and eging, each rod has been refined to deliver the performance demanded by its specific game. Evolution beyond evolution—experience how far the EVOLV series has progressed.

Technology × Material

The blanks utilize high-modulus carbon materials placed strategically—especially in the butt section. The crisp casting feel and enhanced power ceiling that allow for superior distance performance are made possible by deep understanding of material characteristics and the blank-design techniques used to extract their potential. The series is built on our philosophy of “technology × materials,” a core DNA passed down since the brand’s creation.

Original K-Series Guide Setting

Every model (except select Blue Runner variants) is equipped with custom-configured K-series guides. Guide size, quantity, and placement are all optimized for each game style, ensuring the blank’s inherent performance is fully expressed. Combined with the high-modulus-material blank, the setup delivers smooth casting with excellent distance and linear, vibration-free handling during rod work. With full awareness that even a single component can affect overall rod performance, meticulous attention has been paid to every detail.

Cork Grip Across All Models

Every rod in the ShoreGun EVOLV series features a premium cork grip—now a rarity in modern production. Its warm, highly tactile feel is unique to natural cork, which also withstands strong pressure in saltwater environments and transmits blank feedback cleanly. This grip ages gracefully over many seasons, forming a rod you can rely on and enjoy for years.

Unadorned, Yet Striking Presence

The ShoreGun EVOLV emphasizes functional beauty, free from excessive decoration. By focusing solely on materials essential for performance, the rod naturally gains a strong visual presence. In certain sections, the beautiful texture of exposed carbon highlights the pursuit of sharper casting characteristics. This visual identity emerges from a philosophy that values performance above ornamentation.

SFTGS-96XH+・BL

Lightweight Control in Rock-Shore Games

This is the only model in the series designed with a regular-fast taper in which the peak of the bend curve is positioned slightly closer to the handle. Moving the bend peak toward the angler improves usability unique to its semi-short length, refining lure-handling performance. The blank structure has been fully redesigned, increasing resistance to buckling and crushing. This enhanced durability brings even greater confidence when fishing high-pressure rock-shore environments.