ICAST 2026: A TRIUMPH for ALL Anglers

The best-selling North-American-made fishing rod series is modernized and expanded. St. Croix TRIUMPH Freshwater Family includes multispecies rods + combos +  travel rods + travel combos

PARK FALLS, WIS. (July 7, 2026) – When an angler walks into a tackle shop and buys a St. Croix TRIUMPH, they’re buying the best-selling North-American made fishing rod. Why have they been best-selling over the past decade?

Because they’re available in the one- and two-piece multispecies lengths, powers, and actions anglers want; they’re built start-to-finish from premium carbon fiber and other high-quality materials; they are perfectly handcrafted and finished by 32 sets of St. Croix hands to the highest standards of quality in the world; anglers can afford them; and they come with a five-year warranty backed by St. Croix and its full-time staff of in-house angler guides in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA.

Or, perhaps, simply because they say St. Croix, the name of the 79-year-old family-owned American company that exercises complete control in offering anglers the BEST RODS ON EARTH.

For all that TRIUMPH is and has been to anglers, it’s now even more. The TRIUMPH Freshwater Family is not only modernized for 2027, it’s also greatly expanded… most significantly with TRIUMPH Combos and TRIUMPH Travel Combos, both of which come precision-matched with a premium high-performance SEVIIN TORIX spinning reel. Two great brands… one incredible combo… at a price that sells.

TRIUMPH FRESHWATER RODS – NEW PRODUCT SHOWCASE ENTRY

Modernized and expanded for 2027, TRIUMPH delivers 100% premium St. Croix performance and quality at a price that appeals to a wide variety of freshwater multispecies anglers. Consisting of 29 one- and two-piece ultra-light through medium-heavy power spinning models and eight one- and two-piece medium and medium-heavy power casting models, TRIUMPH features proven SCII carbon fiber blanks strengthened with FRS technology, worry-free stainless-steel/aluminum oxide guides, all-new contoured natural cork handles, and a 5-year warranty. Two-piece models feature ART and proprietary Slim Ferrule Design for multi-piece convenience with one-piece performance. Available August of 2026. Retail $115 to $145.

TRIUMPH FRESHWATER RODS Features

• 29 spinning & Eight (8) casting models to support elevated multi-species angling
• Durable SCII carbon-fiber blanks
• Fortified Resin System (FRS) increases flexural strength with reduced weight
• Slim Profile Ferrule (SPF) design on 2-piece models for multi-piece convenience with one-piece performance
• Durable stainless-steel guides with aluminum-oxide rings
• Nylon reel seats with nylon and stainless-steel locking nuts
• Premium-grade contoured full cork handles with composite-cork butt cap
• 5-year transferable warranty
• Designed in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA and handcrafted in North America at St. Croix South in Fresnillo, Mexico
• Retail price: $115-$180

TRIUMPH FRESHWATER Spinning Models

• 27TRS50ULM – 5’, ultra-light power, moderate action, spinning, 2-6 lb line / 1/16-1/4 oz lure
• 27TRS56ULF2* – 5’6”, ultra-light power, fast action, spinning, 2-6 lb line / 1/32-3/16 oz lure
• 27TRS60LF – 6’, light power, moderate action, spinning, 4-8 lb line / 1/16-5/16 oz lure
• 27TRS60MLF – 6’, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
• 27TRS60MF – 6’, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
• 27TRS66ULF – 6’6”, ultra-light power, fast action, spinning, 2-6 lb line / 1/32-3/16 oz lure
• 27TRS66ULF2* – 6’6”, ultra-light power, fast action, spinning, 2-6 lb line / 1/32-3/16 oz lure
• 27TRS66LF – 6’6”, light power, fast action, spinning, 4-8 lb line / 1/16-5/16 oz lure
• 27TRS66LF2* – 6’6”, light power, fast action, spinning, 2-6 lb line / 1/16-5/16 oz lure
• 27TRS66MLF – 6’6”, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
• 27TRS66MLF2* – 6’6”, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
• 27TRS66MF – 6’6”, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
• 27TRS66MF2* – 6’6”, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
• 27TRS66MHF – 6’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 1/8-3/4 oz lure
• 27TRS66MHF2* – 6’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 1/8-3/4 oz lure
• 27TRS70ULF – 7’, ultra-light power, fast action, spinning, 2-6 lb line / 1/32-3/16 oz lure
• 27TRS70ULF2* – 7’, ultra-light power, fast action, spinning, 2-6 lb line / 1/32-3/16 oz lure
• 27TRS70MLF – 7’, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
• 27TRS70MLF2* – 7’, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
• 27TRS70MF – 7’, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
• 27TRS70MF2* – 7’, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
• 27TRS70MHF – 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 1/8-3/4 oz lure
• 27TRS70MHF2* – 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 1/8-3/4 oz lure
• 27TRS76MLF – 7’6”, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
• 27TRS76MLF2* – 7’6”, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
• 27TRS76MF – 7’6”, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
• 27TRS76MF2* – 7’6”, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
• 27TRS76MHF – 7’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 1/8-3/4 oz lure
• 27TRS76MHF2* – 7’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 1/8-3/4 oz lure

*Indicates 2-piece model

TRIUMPH FRESHWATER Casting Models

• 27TRC66MF– 6’6”, medium power, fast action, casting, 10-17 lb line / 1/4-3/4 oz lure
• 27TRC66MF2*– 6’6”, medium power, fast action, casting, 10-17 lb line / 1/4-3/4 oz lure
• 27TRC66MHF– 6’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, casting, 10-20 lb line / 3/8 -1 oz lure
• 27TRC66MHF2*– 6’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, casting, 10-20 lb line / 3/8 -1 oz lure
• 27TRC70MF– 7’, medium power, fast action, casting, , 10-17 lb line / 1/4-3/4 oz lure
• 27TRC70MF2*– 7’, medium power, fast action, casting, , 10-17 lb line / 1/4-3/4 oz lure
• 27TRC70MHF– 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, casting, 10-20 lb line / 3/8 -1 oz lure
• 27TRC70MHF2*– 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, casting, 10-20 lb line / 3/8 -1 oz lure

*Indicates 2-piece model

TRIUMPH SALMON & STEELHEAD

Expanded and modernized for 2027, the comprehensive TRIUMPH SALMON & STEELHEAD Series includes 17 spinning models, three casting models, and two all-new centerpin models, offering premium St. Croix performance and quality at an angler-friendly retail price between $170 and $195. Curated with lengths, powers, and actions to master all in-hand salmon and steelhead techniques, TRIUMPH SALMON & STEELHEAD features proven SCII carbon fiber blanks strengthened with FRS technology and now also includes TET for stronger, more refined and consistent tapers with reduced weight. All rods are finished with worry-free stainless-steel/aluminum oxide guides, all-new contoured natural cork handles, and come with a 5-year warranty. All are two-piece models and feature ART and proprietary Slim Ferrule Design for multi-piece convenience with one-piece performance. Available October of 2026.

TRIUMPH SALMON & STEELHEAD Features

• 17 spinning, three (3) casting, and two (2) center pin models to support a wide variety of in-hand salmon & steelhead techniques and presentations
• •  Durable SCII carbon-fiber blanks
• •  Fortified Resin System (FRS) increases flexural strength with reduced weight
• •  Slim Profile Ferrule (SPF) design for multi-piece convenience with one-piece performance
• •  Durable stainless-steel guides with aluminum-oxide rings
• •  Nylon reel seats with nylon and stainless-steel locking nuts
• •  Premium-grade contoured full cork handles with composite-cork butt cap
• •  5-year transferable warranty
• •  Designed in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA and handcrafted in North America at St. Croix South in Fresnillo, Mexico
• •  Retail price: $170-$195

TRIUMPH SALMON & STEELHEAD Spinning Models

• 27TSHS86LM2 – 8’6”, light power, moderate action, 2-pc, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/16-3/8 oz lure
• 27TSHS86MLF2 – 8’6”, medium-light power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 6-10 lb line / 1/8-3/8 oz lure
• 27TSHS86MF2 – 8’6”, medium power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 6-15 lb line / 3/16-1 oz lure
• 27TSHS86MHF2 – 8’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 3/8-2 oz lure
• 27TSHS86HF2 – 8’6”, heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 10-25 lb line / 1-6 oz lure
• 27TSHS90MLF2 – 9’, medium-light power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 6-10 lb line / 1/8-3/8 oz lure
• 27TSHS90MF2 – 9’, medium power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 6-15 lb line / 3/16-1 oz lure
• 27TSHS90MHF2 – 9’, medium-heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 3/8-2 oz lure
• 27TSHS96LM2 – 9’6”, light power, moderate action, 2-pc, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-3/8 oz lure
• 27TSHS96MLF2 – 9’6”, medium-light power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 3/16-1/2 oz lure
• 27TSHS96MF2 – 9’6”, medium power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 6-15 lb line / 3/16-1 oz lure
• 27TSHS96MHF2 – 9’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 3/8-2 oz lure
• 27TSHS96HF2 – 9’6”, heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 10-25 lb line / 1-6 oz lure
• 27TSHS106ULS2 – 10’6”, ultra-light power, slow action, 2-pc, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-3/8 oz lure
• 27TSHS106MLF2 – 10’6”, medium-light power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-1/2 oz lure
• 27TSHS106MF2 – 10’6”, medium power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 6-15 lb line / 1/8-3/4 oz lure
• 27TSHS106MHF2 – 10’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 10-17 lb line / 3/8-1 oz lure

TRIUMPH SALMON & STEELHEAD Casting Models

• 27TSHC86MF2– 8’6”, medium power, fast action, 2-pc, casting, 8-17 lb line / 3/8-1 oz lure
• 27TSHC90MLF2– 9’, medium-light power, fast action, 2-pc, casting, 6-12 lb line / 3/16-1/2 oz lure
• 27TSHC106MLF2– 10’6”, medium-light power, fast action, 2-pc, casting, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-3/4 oz lure

TRIUMPH SALMON & STEELHEAD Center Pin Models

• 27TSHCP110LM2– 11’, light power, moderate action, 2-pc, center pin, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-3/4 oz lure
• 27TSHCP130MLM2– 13’, medium-light power, moderate action, 2-pc, center pin, 8-17 lb line / 3/8-1 oz lure

TRIUMPH FRESHWATER COMBOS – NEW PRODUCT SHOWCASE ENTRY

Premium St. Croix quality… precision-matched SEVIIN performance… incredible value. All-new TRIUMPH FRESHWATER COMBOS for 2027 have multispecies freshwater anglers covered with eight super versatile one- and two-piece medium-light and medium power spinning rods, precision matched with ultra-reliable SEVIIN TORIX reels. Premium TRIUMPH FRESHWATER COMBOS are crafted on proven SCII carbon fiber blanks strengthened with FRS technology, featuring stainless-steel/aluminum oxide guides, and all-new contoured natural cork handles with a 5-year warranty. Two-piece models feature ART and proprietary Slim Ferrule Design for multi-piece convenience with one-piece performance. All combos are paired with premium 6+1 bearing SEVIIN TORIX 2500-size spinning reels with a rigid CarbonChassis design, TruTorque precision gearing, and an ultra-smooth CarbonGlyde drag. Available September of 2026. Retail $175 to $180.

TRIUMPH FRESHWATER COMBOS Features

• Eight (8) versatile freshwater spinning combos to support elevated multi-species angling
• Durable SCII carbon-fiber blanks
• Fortified Resin System (FRS) increases flexural strength with reduced weight
• Slim Profile Ferrule (SPF) design on 2-piece models for multi-piece convenience with one-piece performance
• Durable stainless-steel guides with aluminum-oxide rings
• Nylon reel seats with nylon and stainless-steel locking nuts
• Premium-grade contoured full cork handles with composite-cork butt cap
• CarbonChassis body on 2500-size SEVIIN TORIX spinning reel
• TruTorque precision gearing
• Smooth CarbonGlyde drag
• Aluminum spool
• Stainless-steel main shaft
• 6+1 premium stainless-steel bearings
• Versatile 5.2:1 gear ratio
• Agglomerated cork paddle grip
• 5-year rod / 1-year reel transferable warranty
• Rod designed in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA and handcrafted in North America at St. Croix South in Fresnillo, Mexico
• Reel designed & tested in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA
• Retail price: $175-$180

TRIUMPH FRESHWATER COMBOS Models

• 27TRS66MLF2* – 6’6”, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel
• 27TRS66MLF – 6’6”, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel
• 27TRS66MF2* – 6’6”, medium power, fast action, spinning, 2-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel
• 27TRS66MF – 6’6”, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel
• 27TRS70MLF2* – 7’, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel
• 27TRS70MLF – 7’, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel
• 27TRS70MF2* – 7’, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel
• 27TRS70MF – 7’, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel

*Indicates 2-piece model

TRIUMPH TRAVEL

Reimagined for 2027, the TRIUMPH TRAVEL Series delivers 100% premium St. Croix performance and quality in a convenient three-piece design for easy transport to any freshwater angling adventure – across town or across the globe. Consisting of eight spinning and two casting models covering ultra-light through medium-heavy powers, TRIUMPH TRAVEL features proven SCII carbon fiber blanks strengthened with FRS technology, ART and proprietary Slim Ferrule Design, worry-free stainless-steel/aluminum oxide guides, all-new contoured natural cork handles, and a 5-year warranty. All TRIUMPH TRAVEL rods include a premium, hard zippered travel case with reel and tackle storage. Available October of 2026. Retail $175 to $195.

TRIUMPH TRAVEL FRESHWATER Features

• Eight (8) versatile spinning and two (2) casting 3-piece rods for elevated angling while traveling
• Durable SCII carbon-fiber blanks
• Fortified Resin System (FRS) increases flexural strength with reduced weight
• Slim Profile Ferrule (SPF) design for multi-piece convenience with one-piece performance
• Durable stainless-steel guides with aluminum-oxide rings
• Nylon reel seats with nylon and stainless-steel locking nuts
• Premium-grade contoured full cork handles with composite-cork butt cap
• Convenient travel case with tackle storage
• 5-year transferable warranty
• Designed in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA and handcrafted in North America at St. Croix South in Fresnillo, Mexico
• Retail price: $175-195

TRIUMPH TRAVEL FRESHWATER Spinning Models

• 27TTS56ULF3– 5’6”, ultra-light power, fast action, 3-pc, spinning, 2-6 lb line / 1/32-6/16 oz lure
• 27TTS66MLF3– 6’6”, medium-light power, fast action, 3-pc, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
• 27TTS66MF3– 6’6”, medium power, fast action, 3-pc, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
• 27TTS66MHF3– 6’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, 3-pc, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 3/8-1 oz lure
• 27TTS70LF3– 7’, light power, fast action, 3-pc, spinning, 4-8 lb line / 1/16-5/16 oz lure
• 27TTS70MLF3– 7’, medium-light power, fast action, 3-pc, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
• 27TTS70MF3– 7’, medium power, fast action, 3-pc, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
• 27TTS70MHF3– 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, 3-pc, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 1/8-3/4 oz lure

TRIUMPH TRAVEL FRESHWATER Casting Models

• 27TTC70MF3– 7’, medium power, fast action, 3-pc, casting, 10-17 lb line / 1/4-3/4 oz lure
• 27TTC70MHF3– 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, 3-pc, casting, 10-20 lb line / 3/8-1 oz lure

TRIUMPH TRAVEL FRESHWATER COMBOS

All-new TRIUMPH FRESHWATER TRAVEL COMBOS for 2027 have travelling freshwater anglers covered with four three-piece light through medium-heavy power spinning rods precision matched with ultra-reliable SEVIIN TORIX reels. Premium TRIUMPH TRAVEL FRESHWATER TRAVEL COMBOS are crafted on proven SCII carbon fiber blanks strengthened with FRS technology, ART and proprietary Slim Ferrule Design for one-piece performance, and feature stainless-steel/aluminum oxide guides and all-new contoured natural cork handles with a 5-year warranty. All TRIUMPH FRESHWATER TRAVEL COMBOS are paired with premium 6+1 bearing SEVIIN TORIX 2500-size spinning reels with a rigid Carbon Chassis design, TruTorque precision gearing, and an ultra-smooth Carbon Glyde drag. All models include a premium, hard zippered travel case with reel and tackle storage. Available October of 2026. Retail $250 to $260.

TRIUMPH TRAVEL FRESHWATER COMBOS Features

•  Four (4) versatile 3-piece freshwater spinning combos for elevated angling while traveling
• Durable SCII carbon-fiber blanks
• Fortified Resin System (FRS) increases flexural strength with reduced weight
• Slim Profile Ferrule (SPF) design for multi-piece convenience with one-piece performance
• •Durable stainless-steel guides with aluminum-oxide rings
• Nylon reel seats with nylon and stainless-steel locking nuts
• Premium-grade contoured full cork handles with composite-cork butt cap
• CarbonChassis body on 2500-size SEVIIN TORIX spinning reel
• TruTorque precision gearing
• Smooth CarbonGlyde drag
• Aluminum spool
• Stainless-steel main shaft
• 6+1 premium stainless-steel bearings
• Versatile 5.2:1 gear ratio
• Agglomerated cork paddle grip
• Convenient travel case with tackle storage
• 5-year rod / 1-year reel transferable warranty
• Rod designed in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA and handcrafted in North America at St. Croix South in Fresnillo, Mexico
• Reel designed & tested in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA
• Retail price: $250-$260

TRIUMPH TRAVEL FRESHWATER COMBOS Models

• 27TTS70LF3C– 7’, light power, fast action, spinning, 4-8 lb line / 1/16-5/16 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel
• 27TTS70MLF3C– 7’, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 4-10 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel
• 27TTS70MF3C– 7’, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-12 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel
• 27TTS70MHF3C– 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 1/8-3/4 oz lure with SEVIIN TORIX 2500 spinning reel

The modernized and expanded TRIUMPH Freshwater family of multispecies rods + combos + travel rods + travel combos will be introduced in booth #2223 at ICAST 2026 and will also be on display to media and retailers in the Freshwater Rod and Rod & Reel Combo categories of the ICAST 2026 New Product Showcase. TRIUMPH Freshwater rods and combos will be available at St. Croix dealers worldwide and online at stcroixrods.com beginning August through October of 2026.

About St. Croix Rod

Headquartered in Park Falls, Wisconsin, St. Croix has been proudly crafting the “Best Rods on Earth” for nearly 80 years. Combining state-of-the-art design, premium materials, and vertical manufacturing processes with skilled craftsmanship, St. Croix is the only major producer to still build rods entirely from design through manufacturing. The company remains family-owned, owning and operating the world’s most advanced fishing-rod manufacturing facilities in Park Falls and Fresnillo, Mexico. With popular trademarked series such as Legend®, Avid®, Premier®, Imperial®, Triumph® and Mojo, St. Croix is revered by anglers from around the world who appreciate premium performance and quality.  The St. Croix Family of Brands includes St. Croix Rod, SEVIIN Reels, St. Croix Fly, Rod Geeks, and The St. Croix Factory Store.