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ZOLO Deputy Casting Rod

Many techniques fall into the same weight range but demand different presentations. The ZOLO Deputy is built as a dependable casting rod with a sweet spot for 3/8 to 1/2 oz lures, delivering the sensitivity and control needed for both bottom contact and single-hook moving baits.

$259.99
SKU: OBC-4-85F  |  Barcode: 855717004052

Description

Techniques like jigs, spinnerbaits, and Texas rigs require a rod that balances sensitivity with power. The Deputy’s tip allows accurate casts and clean lure control while maintaining enough backbone to drive larger single hooks through the strike. Its balanced blank also transmits bottom contact clearly, making it equally capable for dragging jigs or working moving baits throughout the same weight range.

Best For

  • General Plastics
  • Spinnerbait
  • Light Jig

Key Features

  • Handbuilt in Aiken, South Carolina
  • USA‑made 125GSM carbon fiber rod blank
  • Super-grade cork split grip with EVA Butt
  • Leader‑friendly Kigan Zero Tangle guide train
  • ALX Rods designed XLA Hookkeeper for use with all bait styles
  • 3 Year Warranty & Lifetime SureSet Program Replacement

Technical Specs

  • Line: 10 - 18#
  • Lure: 1/4 - 1 oz
  • Length: 7'1"
  • Power: Medium Heavy
  • Action: Fast
  • Average Rod Weight: 4.3 oz
  • Handle Length: 10" (End of butt to back of reel seat)
  • Number of Guides: 10

Specifications
  • Length
    7'1"
  • Line
    10 - 18#
  • Lure Weight
    1/4 - 1 oz
  • Power
    Medium Heavy
  • Action
    Fast
  • Average Rod Weight
    4.3 oz
  • Number of Guides
    10+Tip
  • Handle Length
    10"
  • Configuration
    Casting

Reviews (19)

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Dustin

The Deputy is probably my favorite rod for throwing a 3/8oz to 1/2oz jig. ALX products continue to be the best.

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Ethan

High quality rod, great sensitivity and slightly more sensitive than the toad face. A bit faster of a tip as well. Comfortable to fish for long periods of time. ALX has done it again

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Bob Trozak
Best rod ever

Still tearing up northern Michigan smallmouth with my deputy. I’ve had it going on I think about 4 maybe 5 years. By far the best rod you will ever buy!!

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Ben Hutchins (Raleigh, US)
All purpose rod

The ZOLO Deputy is a great all purpose rod. The Deputy is perfect for single hook moving baits and also bottom contact baits.

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Mark Tubbs (Hayden, US)
Versatility

The Deputy is an outstanding versatile rod. I always take it with me when I'm in the back of someone else's boat because it can do so many things well. It's very light, sensitive, well-balanced and powerful. It's a winner, just like all of my other ALX rods.

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