{"product_id":"old-18-knighthawk-heavy-bass-casting-rod","title":"Old 18 Knighthawk 7' Heavy Casting Rod Fast","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHeavy-Power Bass Rod for Jigs, Texas Rigs, and Cover\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJigs, Texas rigs, frogs, and other single-hook bass presentations often call for enough backbone to set the hook and control fish around cover. The \u003cstrong\u003eOld 18 Knighthawk 7' Heavy Fast Casting Rod\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs heavy power with a fast action and a 3\/8- to 1-ounce lure rating for heavier casting applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eA Strong Match for Heavier Bass Presentations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type:none;padding-left:0;margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Heavy power provides the backbone useful for firm hooksets and controlling bass around grass, wood, docks, and other cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Fast action keeps more of the rod's initial flex toward the tip, a useful characteristic when working jigs and Texas rigs and driving a single hook on the strike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ 3\/8- to 1-ounce lure rating covers many jigs, weighted Texas rigs, frogs, and other heavier bass presentations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ The 7-foot length keeps the rod manageable for pitching and target casting while still providing useful rod length for moving line and controlling fish around cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ 40-ton graphite blank with X-Wrap construction provides the foundation for the Knighthawk's lightweight, responsive design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Split-grip cork handle provides direct hand contact and a 10.5-inch handle length for casting and fish control\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Nine 316 stainless marine-grade guides with zirconia rings manage line along the one-piece blank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKH-70HC-F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7' 0\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReel Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCasting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRod Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.4 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLine Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-20 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLure Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\/8-1 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSplit-grip cork\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40-ton graphite with X-Wrap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e316 stainless marine grade with zirconia rings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuide Count\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePieces\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePut this rod to work when pitching or casting a jig beside wood, working a weighted Texas rig through vegetation, swimming a jig around grass, or throwing a frog over cover. The heavy-power, fast-action combination favors techniques where you want a responsive hookset followed by enough rod power to turn a bass away from cover, provided the complete lure or rig stays within the 3\/8- to 1-ounce rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eGive Heavier Bass Presentations a Dedicated Rod\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the KH-70HC-F to the casting lineup when jigs, Texas rigs, frogs, and cover-oriented presentations call for a dedicated heavy-power rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the Old 18 Knighthawk 7' Heavy Casting Rod\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details { margin:0; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details:first-of-type { border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary {\n    padding:14px 0; font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; list-style:none; outline:none;\n  }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::-webkit-details-marker { display:none; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::marker { content:\"\"; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador p { margin:10px 0 16px; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-accordion--pescador\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat bass lures are a good match for this rod?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe heavy-power, fast-action configuration is a natural match for many jigs, weighted Texas rigs, frogs, swim jigs, and other single-hook presentations. Keep the complete lure or rig within the rod's specified 3\/8- to 1-ounce lure range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this a good rod for fishing jigs?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIts heavy power and fast action make it well suited to jig applications where a responsive hookset and control around cover are priorities. Select jig and trailer combinations that remain within the rod's 3\/8- to 1-ounce lure rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use the Knighthawk Heavy for Texas rigs?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Weighted Texas rigs are a logical application for a 7-foot heavy-power, fast-action casting rod, particularly when fishing vegetation, wood, docks, and other cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWould I choose this rod for crankbaits or other treble-hook lures?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis model is better positioned around heavier single-hook applications than as a dedicated crankbait rod. Anglers commonly favor a more forgiving action for many treble-hook presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat line and lure range is the KH-70HC-F rated for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOld 18 specifies a 10- to 20-pound line rating and a 3\/8- to 1-ounce lure rating for the KH-70HC-F. Match your specific line and lure selection to the presentation and cover being fished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Old 18","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48445154361562,"sku":"KH-70HC-F","price":139.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0446\/9732\/1627\/files\/KH-70HC-Fhero.jpg?v=1787190087","url":"https:\/\/pescadorfishing.com\/products\/old-18-knighthawk-heavy-bass-casting-rod","provider":"Pescador Fishing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}