MUKAI FISHING’s AIR-STICK ZERO is a new-concept area trout spinning rod that pursues sensitivity for transmitting subtle trout bites to the angler’s hand, along with effortless casting. It features the ZERO straight grip, designed with ample internal hollow space while maintaining the signature lightness of the AIR-STICK series. The rod also incorporates a streamlined reel-seat area and Torzite ring guides to reduce weight and enhance castability.
The ASZ-1572UL-S is a 5.7-ft short model featuring a solid tip paired with a crisp blank designed primarily for technical presentations, combining easy handling for topwater and bottom fishing with improved hook penetration after a bite. The ASZ-1602UL-S is a 6.0-ft model with a solid tip and fast action, designed for lures weighing 0.5–4.0 g. The ASZ-1602UL-M is a versatile 6.0-ft model with a tubular tip and regular-fast action, handling a wide range of lure presentations, from 0.6–3.8 g crankbaits, spoons, bottom and topwater techniques, to minnows. Nylon, fluorocarbon, ester, and PE lines can be selected according to the model, while choosing between solid- and tubular-tip characteristics allows anglers to cover everything from technical area trout fishing to steady retrieve techniques.