Black Hole Challenger Blank Red Strike Rod Blanks

Challenger Bank REDSTRIKE – Upgraded Design. Advanced Feel. Next‑Level Presence.

The Challenger Bank series enters a new era with the upgraded REDSTRIKE design — a deep burgundy finish with a light‑reactive transparency that reveals the blank’s structure and elevates the rod’s premium identity. Built with Toray premium nano carbon and our proven fast‑action engineering, the REDSTRIKE series delivers a more refined, more advanced performance feel across every model.

From ultralight inshore work to heavy‑duty offshore battles, each rod is crafted for precision, sensitivity, and serious lifting power. The Challenger Bank REDSTRIKE lineup covers everything from 10+ lb fluke to 200 lb tuna — all in a lightweight, responsive package.

Why Choose the Challenger Bank REDSTRIKE Series?

• Upgraded REDSTRIKE design with deep burgundy transparency
• Toray premium nano carbon for sensitivity + strength
• Fast‑action engineering for bite detection and lifting power
• Lightweight builds that outperform heavier rods
• Versatility across saltwater and freshwater applications

From inshore finesse to offshore giants, the Challenger Bank REDSTRIKE series delivers a more premium look, a more advanced feel, and the proven performance anglers trust.

691UL (Ultra Light)

Ultra‑sensitive performance. The lightest rods in the REDSTRIKE lineup, engineered with Toray nano carbon for maximum sensitivity and surprising lifting strength. Tested with a 10 oz sinker and proven on 10+ lb fluke, these UL models are perfect for finesse presentations where bite detection is everything.

Ideal for:

• Fluke
• Sea Trout
• Redfish
• Calico Bass
• Snapper
• Squid
• School‑size Mahi
• Blackfish
• Bonefish
• Freshwater Bass

Why anglers love it: A crisp, responsive tip paired with a fast‑action backbone makes these UL rods deadly accurate and incredibly fun.

701L (Light)

Feather‑light feel, versatile light action. Weighing only 2.5 oz, these Light models deliver extreme sensitivity without sacrificing strength. Capable of swinging 8 lb (one gallon of water), they offer a perfect blend of finesse and power.

Ideal for:

• Fluke
• Snapper
• Scup
• Striped Bass
• Bluefish
• Blackfish
• Freshwater Bass
• Snook

Why anglers love it: The ultra‑thin blank, fast action, and upgraded REDSTRIKE finish make these rods feel premium in hand while delivering a more advanced performance feel on the water.

731M (Medium)

The versatile workhorse. The 731M is known for their sensitive tips and tremendous lifting power, making them favorites for togging and inshore versatility. At only 3.8 oz, the 731M has landed 10+ lb blackfish and 35 lb cod with ease.

Ideal for:

• Blackfish (Tog)
• Striped Bass
• Yellowtail
• Mutton Snapper
• General inshore species

Why anglers love it: A perfect balance of sensitivity and backbone — now with a richer, more premium REDSTRIKE finish.

761MH (Medium Heavy)

Serious mid‑range power. The MH models deliver the strength needed for deeper water and harder‑fighting species while maintaining the fast‑action responsiveness the Challenger Bank series is known for.

Ideal for:

• Deepwater Seabass
• Light Yellowtail Jigging
• Striped Bass
• Bluefish
• Red Snapper
• Mutton Snapper
• Blackfin Tuna

Why anglers love it: A true do‑everything rod for mid‑depth and nearshore power fishing.

710MH-H (Medium Heavy - Heavy)

A new hybrid power class that fills the gap between MH and H. Built with Toray nano carbon and the upgraded REDSTRIKE design, this model offers exceptional versatility.

Ideal for:

• Nantucket fluke (10–22 oz sinkers)
• Seabass
• Light tilefish
• Cod
• Pollock
• Striped Bass
• Yellowtail
• Blackfin Tuna

Why anglers love it: A perfect crossover rod — powerful enough for heavy boat work, yet responsive enough for jetty casting.

731H (Heavy)

Lightweight feel, heavy‑duty capability. Despite weighing only 5.6 oz, these Heavy models have landed 200 lb tuna and handle deep‑drop applications with ease. They offer the power of a traditional heavy rod at nearly half the weight.

Ideal for:

• Deep drops
• Cod
• Tuna
• Halibut
• Grouper
• Tilefish

Why anglers love it: Unmatched strength‑to‑weight ratio, now paired with the upgraded REDSTRIKE finish for a more premium, modern look.

710XH (Extra Heavy)

The most powerful rod in the REDSTRIKE lineup, engineered for extreme loads and heavy sinkers.

Ideal for:

• Deepwater tilefish (up to 4 lb lead)
• Tuna
• West Coast rail rod applications
• Heavy bait fishing

Why anglers love it: A massive backbone with a responsive tip — built for anglers who push gear to the limit.

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