Shimano - 25 STELLA SW 14000XG + Yamaga Blanks - BlueSniper 96H Topwater Combo

Yamaga Blanks - BlueSniper 96H Topwater Rod

The Ultimate Shorecasting Combo

Shimano - 25 STELLA SW 14000XG + Yamaga Blanks - BlueSniper 96H Topwater Combo

Name: Shimano - 25 STELLA SW 14000XG + Yamaga Blanks - BlueSniper 96H Topwater Combo
Brand: Combos
SKU: CMB-STE14000-YB9TR
Price: 2699.0 NZD
Availability: InStock

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What's included

Topwater Combo

Rod

Yamaga Blanks - BlueSniper 96H Topwater Rod

$980

Reel

Shimano - 25 STELLA SW 14000XG

$1,724

Line Pre-spooled

Varivas - Casting PE Max Power X8 Braid

300m / PE6

$134.80

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About this combo

This purpose-built topwater combo pairs the Yamaga Blanks BlueSniper 96H with the Shimano 25 Stella SW 14000XG and Varivas Casting PE Max Power X8 Braid. Designed specifically for casting stickbaits and poppers at large pelagics like kingfish and tuna, every component is matched for maximum distance, power, and reliability offshore.

Rod: Yamaga Blanks - BlueSniper 96H Topwater Rod

The BlueSniper 96H is a dedicated topwater stick built to launch heavy poppers and stickbaits at range without sacrificing lure action. Its high-modulus blank delivers the fast, responsive tip needed to work surface lures effectively, while the powerful butt section provides the backbone to turn hard-running pelagics. A proven choice among serious bluewater topwater anglers.

Reel: Shimano - 25 STELLA SW 14000XG

The 2025 Stella SW 14000XG represents the pinnacle of Shimano's saltwater engineering. The XG retrieve ratio delivers fast line pick-up — critical for maintaining tension and working stickbaits at pace. Built with Shimano's Hagane body, X-Protect sealing, and Infinity Drive, it handles the sustained punishment of big tuna and kingfish runs with exceptional smoothness and durability.

Line: Varivas - Casting PE Max Power X8 Braid

Varivas Casting PE Max Power X8 is engineered specifically for overhead and spin casting applications in demanding bluewater conditions. The 8-carrier braid construction delivers high tensile strength, minimal diameter, and excellent abrasion resistance — maximising casting distance and sensitivity. Its smooth surface feeds cleanly through guides under load, keeping you connected when a large pelagic makes its first run.

Three premium components, one cohesive system — this combo is built for serious topwater anglers targeting hard-fighting pelagics. Add it 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 96H Topwater Rod

Yamaga Blanks

Lure: 60g - 120g Line: PE 6 Weight: 309g Total Length: 2920mm Pieces: 2pc Carbon: 99.8% Guides: SiC Ocean Guide Reel Seat: DPS20 Reels: 6000 - 14000 Max Drag: 8kg / 45° While possessing the power of a H class rod, the 9ft class blank has been engineered to be thin, light and highly repulsive for anglers to be able to swing around with ease. Anglers will be pleasantly surprised with its ability to easily cast heavy weighing jigs and lightly maneuver these jigs with your rod action. It is not simply a stiff model. Since anglers will be able to manually control various types of hard lures responsively and the bending curve of the blank will help you efficiently lift the fish to the surface.

ActionAll-rounder w. Hard Tip

Casting Weight60 - 120g

Line SizePE 6

Length9'6"

OriginJapan

Reel

Shimano - 25 STELLA SW 14000XG

Shimano

The Shimano Stella SW 14000XG is a high-speed big-game reel engineered for casting and fighting powerful pelagics. With its 6.2 gear ratio and 134cm per crank, it’s built to work large stickbaits and poppers efficiently, pick up slack instantly, and apply heavy sustained pressure. XX Tough Drag, heat-sink spool architecture and a reinforced drivetrain give the reel the stopping power needed for trophy kingfish and tuna, while Infinity Loop enhances casting distance and line management in demanding offshore conditions. Ultra-fast 6.2 ratio – 134cm per crank for driving big stickbaits and poppers at speed XX Tough Drag with heat sink – heat-resistant 25kg drag for high-load fights on heavy PE Infinity Loop line lay – ultra-tight spool pattern improves casting distance and maintains smooth drag start-up Infinity Cross gearing – widened gear engagement for superior durability under extreme torque 14000-class high capacity – ideal for PE5–8 offshore casting at large kingfish and tuna Oversized 80mm handle – secure grip and added torque for long, heavy-pressure battles X Protect & X Shield – IPX8-level protection for harsh offshore use and full saltwater exposure Spec Detail Model Stella SW 14000XG Gear ratio 6.2 Maximum drag 25kg (XX Tough Drag + heat sink) Weight 685g Spool diameter / stroke 68.6mm / 22mm Line capacity (nylon) 10–195m, 12–155m, 14–140m Line capacity (PE) PE5–360m, PE6–300m, PE8–220m Maximum retrieve 134cm per handle turn Handle length 80mm Bearings 12+1 Waterproofing X Protect & X Shield (IPX8 body & stopper) Rotor & handle X Rigid Rotor, X Rigid cold-forged handle, hollow oval knob

Line capacityPE5 - 360m

Line Pre-spooled

Varivas - Casting PE Max Power X8 Braid

300m / PE6

Varivas

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