Medium Topwater Tuna Combo
Daiwa - 25 SALTIGA 14000-XH + Yamaga Blanks - BlueSniper 81/6 Blacky Topwater Rod Combo
What's included

Rod
Yamaga Blanks - BlueSniper 81/6 Blacky Topwater Rod

Reel
Daiwa - 25 SALTIGA 14000-XH + FREE XBraid

Line
XBRAID - FULLDRAG X8 GP-D
300m / 5 (90lb)
About this combo
This complete Medium Topwater Tuna setup pairs the Yamaga Blanks BlueSniper 81/6 Blacky with the Daiwa 25 SALTIGA 14000-XH reel and XBRAID FULLDRAG X8 GP-D line. Every component is matched for explosive surface presentations targeting powerful pelagic tuna in offshore conditions.
Rod: Yamaga Blanks - BlueSniper 81/6 Blacky Topwater Rod
The BlueSniper 81/6 Blacky is engineered specifically for medium topwater applications, delivering the parabolic action needed to work surface lures with authority. Its blank construction provides the backbone to turn hard-running tuna while maintaining enough tip sensitivity to keep lures dancing on the surface. At 8'1", it offers the reach and leverage serious bluewater anglers demand.
Reel: Daiwa - 25 SALTIGA 14000-XH + FREE XBraid
The 2025 SALTIGA 14000-XH is Daiwa's flagship saltwater spinning reel, built for extreme offshore duty. The XH gear ratio delivers rapid line retrieval to keep pace with fast topwater retrieves and stay tight on sprinting tuna. Its sealed, corrosion-resistant construction ensures reliable performance in harsh saltwater environments. This combo includes a FREE spool of XBraid β ready to fish straight from the box.
Line: XBRAID - FULLDRAG X8 GP-D
The XBRAID FULLDRAG X8 GP-D is an 8-carrier braided line built for maximum strength and minimal stretch β critical when you need instant hooksets on surface strikes. Its round, compact profile cuts through wind and water for precise lure placement, while the high-tenacity construction handles the shock loads of aggressive tuna runs without compromise.
Together, these three components form a purpose-built Medium Topwater Tuna system for anglers who refuse to compromise. Add this combo to your cart and fish with confidence.
What's in this combo
Everything you need to know about each piece of gear
Rod
Yamaga Blanks - BlueSniper 81/6 Blacky Topwater Rod
Yamaga Blanks
Yamaga Blanks - Blue Sniper 81/6 Blacky Lure: 30g - 110g Line: PE 4 - 6 Weight: 378g Total Length: 2480mm Pieces: 2pc Guides: SiC Ocean Guide Reel Seat: DPS20 / Back Stop Double Nut Reels: 14000 Max Drag: 13kg / 45Β° The Blue Sniper 81/6 Blacky is a PE6-class light tuna model that strikes a perfect balance between effortless operability and impressive blank power. Designed for small bait patterns, it excels at casting lightweight lures as small as 30g with remarkable distance and precision. Despite its light classification, this rod is built to handle tuna up to approximately 50kg, offering exceptional strength and durability. With a "bendable and durable" blank design, the Blue Sniper 81/6 Blackie reduces angler fatigue, ensuring smooth control even when battling fish that make sudden, close-range moves. This model is a reliable choice for tackling challenging light tuna fishing scenarios.
Reel
Daiwa - 25 SALTIGA 14000-XH + FREE XBraid
Daiwa
The Daiwa 25 Saltiga 14000-XH is constructed with a highly rigid aluminium Monocoque body and an oversized G1 duralumin drive gear, engineered to dominate the harshest topwater environments in New Zealand. Whether you are casting a stickbait to monster kingfish or chasing pelagic species like tuna, this reel provides the immense stopping power needed to turn trophy fish. Built with Magsealed technology for ultimate saltwater protection, it ensures flawless performance during the longest and toughest offshore sessions. Monocoque Body β Eliminates body cover screws to allow for a larger, thicker gear, maximizing winding power and frame rigidity under extreme loads. G1 Duralumin Digigear β An oversized, precision-machined drive gear that delivers incredibly smooth rotation and relentless cranking torque against large fish. ATD Tough Drag β A massive 25kg drag system that provides smooth, consistent pressure to prevent break-offs when fighting powerful species like kingfish and tuna. Magsealed Technology β Prevents saltwater and debris intrusion into the internal components, vastly extending the lifespan of the reel in harsh marine conditions. Extra High Gear Ratio β Retrieving 133cm of line per crank, it enables rapid line recovery which is critical for aggressively working topwater lures. Bonus Braided Line β Comes supplied with a premium quality, free XBraid, ensuring you are spooled and ready to target trophy pelagics straight away. Specification Detail Model 14000-XH Weight 690g Gear Ratio 6.2:1 Retrieve per Crank 133cm Max Drag 25kg Bearings 14 Line Capacity PE5/340m, PE6/300m
Line
XBRAID - FULLDRAG X8 GP-D
300m / 5 (90lb)
XBRAID
XBRAID - FULLDRAG X8 GP-D The all new X-Braid FULLDRAG X8 utilizesΒ the latest in ultra fine braid filaments to make it smooth yet 60% stronger than its predecessor. Combining the new GPD technology to reduce stretch, and WX braiding technology to produce a tight body of line with a smaller diameter, FULLDRAG X8 is ideal for all anglers and applications. Β Test Strength PE Rating Diameter (mm) 50β―lb (~22.7β―kg) PEβ―2.5 0.260 60β―lb (~27.2β―kg) PEβ―3 0.285 90β―lb (~40.8β―kg) PEβ―5 0.370 120β―lb (~54.4β―kg) PEβ―8 0.450
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