DAIWA Dragger SX 109HHB-3

DRAGGER, a Daiwa rock shore and shore jigging rod, means "to pull strongly". The fight style in shore jigging involves tightening the drag to the limit and floating the fish with the rod's strength. In this extreme sport, the rod must be a reliable companion. Evolving through constant refinement in the field, DRAGGER allows anglers to confront large fish with full strength.

The Professional Series "SX"

The "SX" series is ideal for shore jigging enthusiasts seeking large fish. Its development concepts are twofold:

1. High lure operability, similar to the high-end "BREAKTHROUGH" series.
2. Strong adherence to fish pull, minimizing angler fatigue while preventing the fish from releasing the drag.

Daiwa Technology:

X45 To prevent twisting during casting, action, hooking, and fighting, a bias cross (±45° diagonal carbon fibers) is wrapped in addition to the conventional 0° and 90° structure. This configuration significantly improves power, operability, and sensitivity.

V-JOINT Using bias-structured carbon sheets at the rod joints, the V-JOINT delivers a beautiful, distortion-free curve, offering significantly improved power, stiffness, and recovery compared to rods without this technology.

HVF NANOPLUS "High-Density HVF Carbon" reduces resin and increases carbon fiber density, making it ideal for rods that require toughness and strength. Daiwa's unique combination with Toray's Nanoalloy technology allows for even higher strength and lighter weight.

Product Details:

Concept 1: Stress-Free Lure Operability "SX" rods excel in lure operability, tested in various environments. The rods offer optimal lure action, reduce error actions, and allow easy casting of heavy lures for longer distances.

Concept 2: Resilient Fight Performance The "SX" series differs from the "BREAKTHROUGH" series, focusing on resilience. While "BREAKTHROUGH" rods require experienced anglers due to their intense power transmission, the "SX" rods bend according to the fish's pull, reducing drag risks and increasing catch rates.

Concept 2: Resilient Fight Performance (Action Curve Comparison) Break Through 100H-3 vs. SX 100H Load Testing: 2kg and 5kg

Blanks Balancing Operability and Power Designed for ideal jig and plug actions, the blanks enable easy casting and operation while following the pull of large fish to minimize angler fatigue and prevent drag release.

Detailed Grip Design The high-power models feature the CC GRIP (Complete Control Grip) with a vertical oval-shaped foregrip, enhancing rod holding power during powerful fights. Grooves improve lure control hold, reducing unnecessary hand strain.

Special Guide Setting Using stainless steel SiC guides with new arrangements, the guides significantly reduce line entanglement. Main KW guides, lightweight LKW guides for light concept models, and single-foot K guides for jig models improve operability. MN guides are used for heavy-load rods.

Concepts

Light Concept Designed for technical fishing with lightweight lures, this concept excels in shallow depth breakwaters with enhanced casting distance and jig control. Features lightweight LKW guides and easy-to-hold Air Sensor Standard reel seats.

All-Round Concept Versatile rods for both plugs and jigs, with powerful blanks and double-foot stainless steel guides. The CC grip enables powerful fights.

Jig Concept Unique to "DRAGGER", these rods offer easy jigging with optimal taper for sensitive action detection and control. Featuring lightweight single-foot K guides and the CC grip, they provide strong fight power.

Field Coverage

The "SX" series covers a wide range of environments, from urban harbors to offshore breakwaters and rocky shores. It offers a variety of characteristics for different conditions and fishing strategies.

Models and Load Comparisons

• SX 100H and SX 95H JS: Tested with 2kg and 5kg loads.

• SX 100MH, SX 98MH JS, SX 106M, SX 100M, SX 100ML: Tested with 2kg loads.

• SX 95XH-3, SX 97HH-3, SX 98H-3, SX 100HH, SX 100H, SX 95H JS: Tested with 5kg loads.

Recommended Reel Size, Line, and Target (PE):

Recommended Reel Size	Target
#4000-5000	3kg class bluefish
#5000	5kg class bluefish
#6000	10kg class bluefish, Japanese seabass
#10000	15kg class bluefish
#14000	15kg class bluefish, tuna, GT
#14000-18000	20kg class bluefish, tuna, GT

Item Introductions:

100ML – Light model optimized for port areas. Ideal for ~30g metal jigs, small minnows, and topwater plugs. Lightweight with excellent balance, easy to grip and highly sensitive for detailed lure control. Great for targeting mackerel, yellowtail, and Spanish mackerel. Can also be used on rocky shores and surf.

100M – Core model for versatile lure use in port areas. Designed for breakwaters and offshore piers. Offers power and balance for crisp control of ~40g jigs. Slim and lightweight, yet with strong butt power for yellowtail and Spanish mackerel. Compatible with 12cm-class minnows and blade lures.

106M – Long model focusing on casting distance and retrieve sensitivity. Excels with minnows and blade lures, allows full range control, and minimizes lost fish with its resilient blanks. Lightweight but strong enough for yellowtail and Spanish mackerel.

98MH JS – Jigging-specialized model for high-pressure port areas. Unique tip detects underwater feedback from the jig, allowing precise action control to entice pelagic fish. Deep bending blanks make repeated jerks easy and provide power to lift fish near the bottom.

100MH – Pier-special model for shallow to fast-current zones. Designed for 16cm diving pencils with a supple tip that creates seductive action and prevents mis-dives. Also compatible with small poppers and jigs.

95H JS – Light and responsive jigging-special model. Like the 98MH JS, but suited for deeper, faster waters with heavier jigs. Delivers sensitive control and effortless jerking with powerful lifting capability.

100H – Entry-level rock shore plugging rod. Centerpiece model for targeting amberjack with diving pencils around 19cm. Supple tip enhances action and reduces mis-dives. Also supports medium poppers and jigs.

100HH – High-control model for large amberjack. Designed for 20cm-class diving pencils. Supple tip delivers lifelike action. Compatible with large poppers and heavy jigs.

98H-3 – 3-piece all-rounder for plugs (~19cm) and ~80g jigs. Shorter setup ensures excellent handling. Ideal for travel: ferries, planes, boats, and shore walks.

97HH-3 – 3-piece high-power model for large amberjack. Handles over-20cm plugs and 100g+ jigs. Strong butt designed for 20kg-class fish. Great portability.

95XH-3 – High-power rod for monster fish like over-20kg amberjack and GT. Short, maneuverable, with powerful blanks yet controllable for lures. Portable 3-piece design.

103MB – Center baitcasting model for port and offshore piers. Designed for ~40g blades and large minnows. Lightweight yet strong butt for yellowtail/Spanish mackerel. Compatible with reels like SALTIST TW PE SPECIAL 150/300, ZILLION TW HD, IM Z LIMITBREAKER TW HD-C.

106MHB – Versatile baitcasting rod for yellowtail to seabass. Handles 60g jigs, 16cm diving pencils, and heavy metal vibes. Offers both strong power for mid-size pelagics and fine casting control for seabass. Same reel compatibility as 103MB.

110HB-3 – 3-piece high-power rod for rock shore targets like yellowtail, amberjack, and trophy seabass. Smooth casting and lure control across a wide lure range (19cm pencils, large minnows). Works with reels like SALTIST TW PE SPECIAL 300–400, GENPAOU ISHIDAI LIGHT20H.

109HHB-3 – 3-piece powerhouse for 10kg+ amberjack. Built around 19–23cm diving pencils. Offers smooth casting and excellent lure control. Compatible with GENPAOU ISHIDAI LIGHT20H and SEALINE LD40P.

107XHB-3 – Ultimate power rod for over-20kg amberjack and GT. Rugged blanks pair perfectly with powerful lever drag reels. For experienced anglers. 3-piece design for transport. Reels: GENPAOU ISHIDAI LIGHT20H, SEALINE LD40P.