The all-rounder for light game sharp, sensitive, and seriously capable.

The RC-65 is the core model in the RealCrescent lineup a fast-tapered, high-performance rod built to handle a wide range of light game techniques. Designed with a crisp, sensitive tip, resilient belly, and strong butt, it offers a seamless feel that gives anglers full control over everything from slow jighead retrieves to twitching plugs, micro-carolina rigs, and light Wind techniques.

Whether you’re stalking aji (jack mackerel) or koheru around structure, or picking off kahawai and trevally on tiny plugs, the RC-65 gives you the precision and power to make the most of every bite.

Built on Ripple Fishers signature NANOALLOY blank and finished with Fuji TORZITE titanium frame K guides, this is a premium rod for anglers who want sharp response and refined control from their light tackle setup.

Specifications:
Length: 6’5″ (1960mm)
Closed Length: 1004mm
Weight: 61g
Pieces: 2 (Put-over ferrule)
Lure Rating: Jigheads 0.36g / Plugs 1.84.5g
Line Rating: PE 0.20.4 / FCNylon ~3lb
Action: Regular
Tip Diameter: 1.4mm
Butt Diameter: 7.8mm (measured 335mm from butt)
Grip Length: 236mm (to reel foot) / 318mm (total handle)
Reel Seat: Fuji VSS16 (up-lock)
Grip End: EVA base
Guides: Fuji TORZITE Titanium Frame K Guides
Blank Tech: Toray NANOALLOY composite

Recommended for:
Species: Aji / jack mackerel, koheru, trevally, small snapper, kahawai
Techniques: Jighead rigs, micro plugs, Carolina rigs, finesse Wind setups
Environments: Port walls, estuaries, shallow reefs
Reel Pairing: Shimano 10002000 / Daiwa LT10002000

If youre after a high-performance light tackle rod that can handle everything from precision harbour fishing to technical inshore work, the RC-65 is a standout choice.