{"product_id":"dark-matter-apx-fishing-rod","title":"Dark Matter APX Fishing Rod","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product__description rte quick-add-hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dark Matter APX was built around a pretty simple idea: a $60 rod shouldn’t have to look, feel, or fish like a $60 rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable from Grumpys in both \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpinning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e configurations, the APX combines a durable glass\/carbon composite blank with quality components, a versatile 3\/4–8 oz lure rating, and the clean styling Dark Matter is known for. The result is an affordable rod that delivers a whole lot more than its price tag suggests.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe glass\/carbon composite blank blends the toughness and forgiveness of fiberglass with the lighter, more responsive feel of carbon. Rated for 15–30 lb line with a moderate-fast action, the APX has the versatility to handle a wide range of inshore and nearshore fishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCast plugs. Work jigs. Drop bait to the bottom. Drift a rig. Leave one rigged and ready in the rod holder. The broad 3\/4–8 oz lure range gives you plenty of flexibility when the fishing changes without having to reach for another setup every time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTitanium oxide guides provide a smooth, durable surface for both braid and mono, while tough EVA grips offer a comfortable and secure hold. Each rod also includes a hook keeper and conventional gimbal, making the APX just as comfortable being actively fished as it is sitting ready in a rod holder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd Dark Matter didn’t forget the looks. Root beer and light blue accents give the APX a clean, distinctive appearance that stands out from the sea of plain black rods normally found in this price range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpinning model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for an easy-to-use setup that works especially well for anglers who prefer spinning tackle, newer fishermen, kids, guests on the boat, or anyone who wants a versatile everyday rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCasting model\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e if you prefer a conventional reel setup for jigging, bait fishing, casting, or keeping a dependable outfit rigged and ready aboard the boat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEither way, this isn’t just a beginner rod. Experienced anglers will appreciate the APX as an everyday workhorse, dedicated bait or jigging setup, backup rod, or extra outfit that can stay rigged without tying up a more expensive rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt this price, you could call it a backup rod.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChances are, you’ll wind up fishing it a lot more than that.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark Matter APX Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConfigurations:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spinning or Casting\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6'11\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePieces:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Medium\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate Fast\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLine Rating:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 15–30 lb mono\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLure Weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3\/4–8 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRod Weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 10.4 oz\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuides:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Titanium Oxide\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGuide Count:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8 + Tip\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForegrip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EVA, 3 1\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRear Grip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e EVA, 12 1\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGimbal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Root Beer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003ci style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Open Sans',sans-serif; color: #333333; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in; background: white;\"\u003eWARNING: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Open Sans',sans-serif; color: #333333; background: white;\"\u003eCancer and Reproductive Harm- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Open Sans',sans-serif; color: #108bb8; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none windowtext 0in; padding: 0in; background: white;\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.5pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Open Sans',sans-serif; color: #333333; background: white;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dark Matter","offers":[{"title":"Spinning","offer_id":41944747507845,"sku":"APX611XS","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Casting","offer_id":41944747540613,"sku":"APX611XC","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/0050\/5733\/files\/DARKMATTERAPX_Logo.webp?v=1790719322","url":"https:\/\/www.grumpystackle.com\/products\/dark-matter-apx-fishing-rod","provider":"Grumpys Tackle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}