Abu Garcia Kurofune Light Ika KLIC-180M

$109.10 USD · Sold out

Abu Garcia Kurofune Light Ika KLIC-180M

Name: Abu Garcia Kurofune Light Ika KLIC-180M
Brand: Abu Garcia
SKU: AG-F7BE0451A72-J0036282968073
Price: 109.10 USD
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Description

Kurofune Ika is Abu Garcia Japan's saltwater boat squid rod series from Pure Fishing Japan, prioritising light weight with a balanced sensitivity-to-control ratio. The KLIC-180M is the "Light Ika" model with a 7:3 fast taper (confirmed from the model's own blank markings).

The series lineup targets yari ika (yari ika, spear squid) and maru ika (maru ika, round squid) as well as other Japanese squid species; secondary targets include flounder, pufferfish and rockfish. Features include Fuji New Concept guides on a micro-guide system (~50% lighter guides), X-carbon tape wrapping for torque/twist resistance, and a matte finish that resists PE line adhesion.

Shipping & returns

Rod shipping depends on the rod's length and is priced at checkout, before you pay.

Packed in Japan; leaves Japan in 3–8 business days, tracked. US import duty is shown at checkout; nothing to pay on delivery. 30-day returns on unused items; return postage is paid by the customer. See our returns policy.

Packed in Japan Tracked shipping to your door 30-day returns on unused items Genuine Japanese-market stock

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The numbers

Full spec sheet

Rod type: Baitcasting
Weight: 128 g (4.5 oz)
Best for: Boat squid fishing for yari-ika and maru-ika
Target species: Squid
Model: KLIC-180M

Information

The blank

A lightweight blank on a micro-guide system keeps the rod sensitive enough to feel a squid's light touch through the tip, with a 7:3 fast taper that loads quickly on the lift and unloads sharply enough to set light squid-jig prongs cleanly.

What it's built for

Built for boat squid fishing for yari-ika and maru-ika as well as flounder, pufferfish and rockfish as secondary targets, wherever light weight and direct feel matter more than raw casting or lifting power. As with most Japanese-market tackle, matching the model to local conditions and target size gets the best results.

How it fishes

Worked with a rhythmic lift-and-drop cadence, pausing on the fall where squid usually strike, and a smooth, steady lift rather than a hard strike to set the jig's barbless prongs without pulling free. Small changes in cadence often make the difference between a follow and a committed strike from a cautious fish.

The setup it likes

Pair with a small baitcasting boat reel, PE0.6-1.5 line and a short fluorocarbon leader or a direct connection, depending on the local style favoured for squid fishing on the boat. Fine-tune line and leader strength up or down slightly to suit local conditions and the average size of fish encountered.

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Straight answers

How is it priced?

We aim to beat your local price. We ship direct from Japan, cutting out the overseas middleman, and shipping is shown at checkout before you pay.

When does my order leave Japan?

Orders are packed in Japan and leave within 3–8 business days, tracked. You get a tracking number by email the moment it ships.

How long does delivery take?

Every rod leaves Japan in 3–8 business days, tracked. Checkout shows the shipping options for your rod and country, with their price and delivery estimate, before you pay.

Will I be charged import duty or tax?

US import duty is shown as its own line at checkout, before you pay. Your parcel then travels duty-paid, so there is nothing to pay on delivery.

Is it genuine stock?

Yes. Every item is genuine Japanese-market stock, sourced in Japan from an established Japanese wholesaler and shipped straight to you. Never marketplace resellers.