ICAST 2026: The Return of TIDEMASTER

All-new regionally specific TIDEMASTER Series from St. Croix Rod pushes the boundaries of saltwater-rod performance with a new material and angler-preferential design

PARK FALLS, WIS. (July 2, 2026) – It’s hard to find a serious saltwater angler who doesn’t remember the TIDEMASTER name. Revered for their unique combination of durability and high-performance fishability, American-crafted TIDEMASTER series inshore rods sank below the horizon and out of the St. Croix catalog several years ago.

Saltwater anglers have not forgotten, and neither has St. Croix Rod.

TIDEMASTER returns to the saltwater-fishing community next week in Orlando, Florida. Anything but a simple re-badge, the next generation of TIDEMASTER is poised to reemerge as something truly special – something not only better than its predecessor, but also something that passionate saltwater anglers from every American coast and around the globe can call their own.

Because it was designed specifically for them over the past three years.

MEET THE NEW TIDEMASTER FAMILY

The all-new regionally specific TIDEMASTER family consists of 88 premium conventional and spinning rods in five distinct series: Southeast, Northeast, Gulf, West Coast, and International. Each designed butt-to-tip to support specific angler needs, desires, and preferences, TIDEMASTER pushes every boundary for inshore saltwater anglers seeking zero compromises in durability, sensitivity, weight and balance, ergonomics, and appearance.

The soul of every new TIDEMASTER rod is it’s remarkable, proprietary SCIIIG carbon-fiber blank – our angler-favorite SCIII carbon-fiber material, now enhanced with graphene. In itself, SCIII is a premium, high-modulus high-strain carbon fiber that produces sensitive and lightweight rods with high durability. The addition of graphene-infused resin further increases sensitivity while establishing a new standard of durability, adding over 2X strength with no increase in weight. SCIIIG also enhances both rod recovery and torsional rigidity for improved casting distance and accuracy over standard SCIII. What more could an inshore angler want?

How about customized lengths, powers, and actions; specific handle designs and materials; and varied, high-quality Fuji componentry… all curated and delivered to precisely match the regional preferences and priorities of regional anglers along different coasts?

That’s what TIDEMASTER Southeast, TIDEMASTER Northeast, TIDEMASTER Gulf, TIDEMASTER West Coast, and TIDEMASTER International deliver. Each regional subseries was conceived, developed, and fine-tuned with input from the St. Croix Dealers, Sales Representatives, and anglers who fish and make their livings there.

TIDEMASTER SOUTHEAST

Handcrafted in the USA from an all-new, proprietary SCIIIG material combining premium SCIII carbon fiber with graphene, TIDEMASTER SOUTHEAST consists of 11 fast and extra-fast action spinning models and nine (9) fast and extra-fast conventional models – curated with input from top regional anglers, retailers, and sales reps – to support the specific needs and preferences of anglers from the Florida Panhandle to the Carolinas. TIDEMASTER SE blanks are documented over twice as strong as regular SCIII carbon blanks in controlled testing. TIDEMASTER SE combines the soft tips and powerful backbone Southeastern inshore anglers demand with ultra-durable premium-quality agglomerated-cork handles, mixed and sculpted to spec and absent of any filler material for exceptional saltwater longevity. Each rod’s line ratings are prominently marked. Angler-preferred finishing touches consist of premium, Fuji stainless-steel gunmetal guides with hard-wearing Alconite rings, Fuji VSC overgrip, barrell-style, or TCS reel seats, a jewelry quality machined-aluminum emerald-green anodized reel seat nut, and a stealthy Tidemaster Matte Green finish. Additionally, TIDEMASTER SE features a complete suite of top St. Croix blank technologies and a 15-year warranty. All 20 TIDEMASTER SE rods are handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA, and will be available in October of 2026 with a retail price from $290 to $365.

TIDEMASTER SOUTHEAST Features

11 spinning & nine (9) conventional saltwater rods optimized for Florida and Southeast US inshore angler preferences and presentations
All-new SCIIIG carbon fiber material with graphene produces blanks measuring over twice as strong as standard SCIII with no additional weight
Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) mandrel technology
Fortified Resin System (FRS) technology
Advanced Reinforcing Technology^TM(ART^TM)
Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design
Angler-preferred Fuji stainless-steel guides with Alconite rings
Fuji reel seats (varied by model) with custom-machined anodized-aluminum and stainless-steel locking nut
Extremely durable agglomerated cork full handles – absent of filler for saltwater longevity – with cork/rubber butt cap (non-marring rubber gimbles on heavy through extra-heavy rods)
15-year transferable warranty
Designed and handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA
Retail price: $290-$365

TIDEMASTER SOUTHEAST Spinning Models

27TSES70MLF – 7’, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 8-14 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
27TSES70MF – 7’, medium power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 3/8-3/4 oz lure
27TSES70MHXF – 7’, medium-heavy power, extra fast action, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 3/8-1 oz lure
27TSES70MHF – 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 1/2-1-1/4 oz lure
27TSES70HF – 7’, heavy power, fast action, spinning, 17-40 lb line / 5/8-1-1/2 oz lure
27TSES76MLF – 7’6”, medium-light power, fast action, spinning, 8-14 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
27TSES76MF – 7’6”, medium-power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 3/8-3/4 oz lure
27TSES76MHF – 7’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 1/2-1-1/4 oz lure
27TSES76HF – 7’6”, heavy power, fast action, spinning, 12-25 lb line / 3/4-2 oz lure
27TSES711HF – 7’11”, heavy power, fast action, spinning, 17-40 lb line / 5/8-1-1/2 oz lure
27TSES711XHF – 7’11”, extra-heavy power, fast action, spinning , 50-80 lb line / 4-9 oz lure

TIDEMASTER SOUTHEAST Conventional Models

27TSEC70MLF – 7’, medium-light power, fast action, conventional, 8-14 lb line / 3/8-3/4 oz lure
27TSEC70MXF – 7’, medium power, extra-fast action, conventional, 8-17 lb line / 3/8-5/8 oz lure
27TSEC70MF – 7’, medium power, fast action, conventional, 8-17 lb line / 3/8-3/4 oz lure
27TSEC70MHXF – 7’, medium-heavy power, extra-fast action, conventional, 10-20 lb line / 3/8-1 oz lure
27TSEC70MHF – 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, conventional, 10-20 lb line / 1/2-1-1/4 oz lure
27TSEC76MHF – 7’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, conventional, 10-20 lb line / 1/2-1-1/4 oz lure
27TSEC76HF – 7’6”, heavy power, fast action, conventional, 12-25 lb line / 3/4-2 oz lure
27TSEC711HF – 7’11”, heavy power, fast action, conventional, 17-40 lb line / 3/4-3 oz lure
27TSEC711XHF – 7’11”, extra-heavy power, fast action, conventional, 50-80 lb line / 4-9 oz lure

TIDEMASTER NORTHEAST

Handcrafted in the USA from an all-new, proprietary SCIIIG material combining premium SCIII carbon fiber with graphene, TIDEMASTER NORTHEAST consists of 15 fast and moderate-fast action spinning models and 12 fast and moderate-fast action conventional models – curated with input from top regional anglers, retailers, and sales reps – to support the specific needs and preferences of Northeast inshore and nearshore anglers. Each rod’s line ratings are prominently marked. TIDEMASTER NE blanks are documented over twice as strong as regular SCIII carbon blanks in controlled testing. All rods feature ultra-durable premium-quality agglomerated cork handles which are absent of filler material for extreme saltwater longevity, plus Fuji stainless-steel gunmetal guides with + hard-wearing Alconite rings. Conventional models feature Fuji ECS blank-through reel seats. Select jigging-focused conventional models feature regionally preferred acid-wrapped (spiral) guide trains to stop line from looping over the tip-top while working light jigs. Spinning models feature angler-preferred barrel-style Fuji reel seats. All TIDEMASTER NE models features a complete suite of top St. Croix blank technologies, a jewelry quality machined-aluminum emerald-green anodized reel seat nut, a Tidemaster Matte Green finish, and a 15-year warranty. Handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA, all TIDEMASTER NE rods will retail from $280 to $290 and will be available in November of 2026.

TIDEMASTER NORTHEAST Features

15 spinning & 12 conventional saltwater rods optimized for Northeast US inshore angler preferences and presentations
All-new SCIIIG carbon fiber material with graphene produces blanks measuring over twice as strong as standard SCIII with no additional weight
Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) mandrel technology
Fortified Resin System (FRS) technology
Advanced Reinforcing Technology^TM(ART^TM)
Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design
Angler-preferred Fuji stainless-steel guides with Alconite rings – Acid (spiral) wrapped on all conventional models
Fuji reel seats (varied by model) with custom-machined anodized-aluminum and stainless-steel locking nut
Extremely durable agglomerated cork full handles – absent of fill for saltwater longevity – with cork/rubber butt cap
15-year transferable warranty
Designed and handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA
Retail price: $290-$365

TIDEMASTER NORTHEAST Spinning Models

27TNES66MF – 6’6”, medium power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 3/8-3/4 oz lure
27TNES66MHF – 6’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 1/2-1-1/4 oz lure
27TNES66HF – 6’6”, heavy power, fast action, spinning, 12-25 lb line / 3/4-2 oz lure
27TNES70MF – 7’, medium power, fast action, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 3/8-3/4 oz lure
27TNES70MHF – 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 1/2-1-1/4 oz lure
27TNES70HF – 7’, heavy power, fast action, spinning, 12-25 lb line / 3/4-2 oz lure

TIDEMASTER NORTHEAST Spinning (JIG) Models

27TNES66MMF – 6’6”, medium power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 1-4 oz lure
27TNES66MHMF – 6’6”, medium-heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 15-30 lb line / 2-6 oz lure
27TNES66HMF – 6’6”, heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 20-40 lb line / 4-8 oz lure
27TNES70MMF – 7’, medium power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 1-4 oz lure
27TNES70MHMF – 7’, medium-heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 15-30 lb line / 2-6 oz lure
27TNES70HMF – 7’, heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 20-40lb line / 4-8 oz lure
27TNES73MMF – 7’3”, medium power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 10-20 lb line / 1-4 oz lure
27TNES73MHMF – 7’3”, medium-heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 15-30 lb line / 2-6 oz lure
27TNES73HMF – 7’3”, heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 20-40lb line / 4-8 oz lure

TIDEMASTER NORTHEAST Conventional Models

27TNEC70MF – 7’, medium power, fast action, conventional, 8-17 lb line / 3/8-3/4 oz lure
27TNEC70MHF – 7’, medium-heavy power, fast action, conventional, 10-20 lb line / 1/2-1-1/4 oz lure
27TNEC70HF – 7’, heavy power, fast action, conventional, 12-25 lb line / 3/4-2 oz lure

TIDEMASTER NORTHEAST Conventional (SPIRAL-WRAP) Models

27TNEC66MMF – 6’6”, medium power, moderate-fast action, conventional, SPIRAL-WRAP, 10-20 lb line / 1-4 oz lure
27TNEC66MHMF – 6’6”, medium-heavy power, moderate-fast action, conventional, SPIRAL-WRAP, 15-30 lb line / 2-6 oz lure
27TNEC66HMF – 6’6”, heavy power, moderate-fast action, conventional, SPIRAL-WRAP, 20-40 lb line / 4-8 oz lure
27TNEC70MMF – 7’, medium power, moderate-fast action, conventional, SPIRAL-WRAP, 10-20 lb line / 1-4 oz lure
27TNEC70MHMF – 7’, medium-heavy power, moderate-fast action, conventional, SPIRAL-WRAP, 15-30 lb line / 2-6 oz lure
27TNEC70HMF – 7’, heavy power, moderate-fast action, conventional, SPIRAL WRAP, 20-40lb line / 4-8 oz lure
27TNEC73MMF – 7’3”, medium power, moderate-fast action, conventional, SPIRAL-WRAP, 10-20 lb line / 1-4 oz lure
27TNEC73MHMF – 7’3”, medium-heavy power, moderate-fast action, conventional, SPIRAL-WRAP, 15-30 lb line / 2-6 oz lure
27TNEC73HMF – 7’3”, heavy power, moderate-fast action, conventional, SPIRAL-WRAP, 20-40lb line / 4-8 oz lure

TIDEMASTER WEST COAST

Handcrafted in the USA from an all-new, proprietary SCIIIG material combining premium SCIII carbon fiber with graphene, TIDEMASTER WEST COAST consists of six (6) fast and moderate-fast action spinning models and 11 fast and moderate-fast action casting models – curated with input from top regional anglers, retailers, and sales reps – to support the specific needs and preferences of West Coast saltwater anglers. Each rod’s line ratings are prominently marked. Documented over twice as strong as regular SCIII carbon blanks in controlled testing, TIDEMASTER WC rods feature a complete suite of top St. Croix technologies, premium X-Flock-tubing-covered EVA handles, Fuji stainless-steel gunmetal guides with hard Alconite rings, and angler-preferred Fuji reel seats – ECS blank-through seats on casting models and barrel-style seats on spinning models. All TIDEMASTER WC rods feature a jewelry quality machined-aluminum emerald-green anodized reel seat nut, a matte 1957 Black finish, and a 15-year warranty. Handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA, TIDEMASTER WC rods will retail from $285 to $315 and be available in October of 2026.

TIDEMASTER WEST COAST Features

Six (6) spinning & 11 casting saltwater rods optimized for West Coast US inshore angler preferences and presentations
All-new SCIIIG carbon fiber material with graphene produces blanks measuring over twice as strong as standard SCIII with no additional weight
Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) mandrel technology
Fortified Resin System (FRS) technology
Advanced Reinforcing Technology^TM(ART^TM)
Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design
Angler-preferred Fuji stainless-steel guides with Alconite rings
Fuji reel seat with custom-machined anodized-aluminum and stainless-steel locking nut
X-Flock-tubing-covered EVA full handles with non-marring bulb-style rubber butt cap
15-year transferable warranty
Designed and handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA
Retail price: $285-$315

TIDEMASTER WEST COAST Spinning Models

27TWCS76LMF – 7’6”, light power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 10-25 lb line / 3/8-5/8 oz lure
27TWCS76MMF – 7’6”, medium power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 12-30 lb line / 3/8-1-1/8 oz lure
27TWCS76HMF – 7’6”, heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 15-40 lb line / 7/8-2-1/2 oz lure
27TWCS711MMF – 7’11”, medium power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 12-30 lb line / 3/8-1-1/8 oz lure
27TWCS711HMF – 7’11”, heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 15-40 lb line / 7/8-2-1/2 oz lure
27TWCS711XHMF – 7’11”, extra-heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 50-80 lb line / 4-9 oz lure

TIDEMASTER WEST COAST Casting Models

27TWCC76MF – 7’6”, medium power, fast action, casting, 10-30 lb line / 1/4-3/8 oz lure
27TWCC76MHF – 7’6”, medium-heavy power, fast action, casting, 30-65 lb line / 2-6 oz lure
27TWCC76HF – 7’6”, heavy power, fast action, casting, 50-80 lb line / 2-8 oz lure
27TWCC76MMF – 7’6”, medium power, moderate-fast action, casting, 12-30 lb line / 3/8-1-1/8 oz lure
27TWCC76HMF – 7’6”, heavy power, moderate-fast action, casting, 15-40 lb line / 7/8-2-1/2 oz lure
27TWCC711MMF – 7’11”, medium power, moderate-fast action, casting, 12-30 lb line / 3/8-1-1/8 oz lure
27TWCC711HMF – 7’11”, heavy power, moderate-fast action, casting, 15-40 lb line / 7/8-2-1/2 oz lure
27TWCC711XHMF – 7’11”, extra-heavy power, moderate-fast action, casting, 50-80 lb line / 4-9 oz lure
27TWCC80MF – 8’, medium power, fast action, casting, 10-30 lb line / 1/4-3/8 oz lure
27TWCC80MHF – 8’, medium-heavy power, fast action, casting, 30-65 lb line / 2-6 oz lure
27TWCC80HF – 8’, heavy power, fast action, casting, 50-80 lb line / 2-8 oz lure

TIDEMASTER GULF

Handcrafted in the USA from an all-new, proprietary SCIIIG material combining premium SCIII carbon fiber with graphene, TIDEMASTER GULF consists of eight (8) moderate to extra-fast action spinning models and eight (8) moderate to extra-fast action casting models – curated with input from top regional anglers, retailers, and sales reps – to support the specific needs and preferences of walk/wade Gulf-Coast anglers. Documented over twice as strong as regular SCIII carbon blanks in controlled testing, TIDEMASTER GULF delivers the diverse lengths, powers, and actions Gulf-Coast anglers demand for trout and redfish presentations, combined with shorter, ultra-durable premium-quality split-grip agglomerated cork handles. Line ratings are prominently marked on all models. All TIDEMASTER Gulf rods feature premium Fuji stainless-steel gunmetal guides with hard Alconite guides, angler-preferred Fuji reel seats (VSC spinning / ECS blank-through casting), a jewelry quality machined-aluminum emerald-green anodized reel seat nut, and a stealthy Tidemaster Matte Green finish. Handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA, TIDEMASTER GULF rods feature a complete suite of top St. Croix blank technologies and a 15-year warranty. They will be available in November of 2026 with a retail price from $235 to $275.

TIDEMASTER GULF Features

Eight (8) spinning & eight (8) casting saltwater rods optimized for Texas & Louisiana inshore angler preferences and presentations
All-new SCIIIG carbon fiber material with graphene produces blanks measuring over twice as strong as standard SCIII with no additional weight
Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) mandrel technology
Fortified Resin System (FRS) technology
Advanced Reinforcing Technology^TM(ART^TM)
Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design
Angler-preferred Fuji stainless-steel guides with Alconite rings
Fuji reel seats with custom-machined anodized-aluminum and stainless-steel locking nut
Extremely durable agglomerated cork split-grip handles with cork/rubber composite butt cap
15-year transferable warranty
Designed and handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA
Retail price: $290-$365

TIDEMASTER GULF Spinning Models

27TGWS66MLXF – 6’6’, medium-light power, extra-fast action, spinning, 6-20 lb line / 1/8-5/16 oz lure
27TGWS68MXF – 6’8’, medium power, extra-fast action, spinning, 6-20 lb line / 1/8-3/8 oz lure
27TGWS610MXF – 6’10’, medium power, extra-fast action, spinning, 6-20 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
27TGWS610MF – 6’10’, medium power, fast action, spinning, 6-20 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
27TGWS610MXF – 6’10’, medium power, extra-fast action, spinning, 6-20 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
27TGWS70MM – 7’, medium power, moderate action, spinning, 6-20 lb line / 1/4-3/4 oz lure
27TGWS70MHMF – 7’, medium-heavy power, moderate-fast action, spinning, 6-20 lb line / 1/4-1 oz lure
27TGWS70HM – 7’, heavy power, moderate action, spinning, 6-20 lb line / 3/8-1-1/4 oz lure
27TGWS76MHM – 7’6”, medium-heavy power, moderate action, spinning, 6-20 lb line / 1/4-1-1/4 oz lure

TIDEMASTER GULF Casting Models

27TGWC66MLXF – 6’6’, medium-light power, extra-fast action, casting, 6-20 lb line / 1/8-5/16 oz lure
27TGWC68MXF – 6’8’, medium power, extra-fast action, casting, 6-20 lb line / 1/8-3/8 oz lure
27TGWC610MXF – 6’10’, medium power, extra-fast action, casting, 6-20 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
27TGWC610MF – 6’10’, medium power, fast action, casting, 6-20 lb line / 1/4-5/8 oz lure
27TGWC610MXF – 6’10’, medium power, extra-fast action, casting, 6-20 lb line / 1/8-1/2 oz lure
27TGWC70MM – 7’, medium power, moderate action, casting, 6-20 lb line / 1/4-3/4 oz lure
27TGWC70MHMF – 7’, medium-heavy power, moderate-fast action, casting, 6-20 lb line / 1/4-1 oz lure
27TGWC70HM – 7’, heavy power, moderate action, casting, 6-20 lb line / 3/8-1-1/4 oz lure
27TGWC76MHM – 7’6”, medium-heavy power, moderate action, casting, 6-20 lb line / 1/4-1-1/4 oz lure

TIDEMASTER INTERNATIONAL

Handcrafted in the USA from an all-new, proprietary SCIIIG material combining premium SCIII carbon fiber with graphene, TIDEMASTER INTERNATIONAL consists of six (6) fast-action 2-piece spinning models – curated with input from top European anglers, retailers, and sales reps – to support the specific needs and preferences of European saltwater anglers. Documented over twice as strong as regular SCIII carbon blanks in controlled testing, TIDEMASTER INTERNATIONAL combines angler-driven lengths, powers, and actions with high-durometer EVA handles, Fuji stainless-steel gunmetal guides with hard Alconite rings, Fuji VSC overgrip reel seats, a jewelry quality machined-aluminum emerald-green anodized reel seat nut, and a Tidemaster Matte Green finish. Handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA, TIDEMASTER INTERNATIONAL features a complete suite of top St. Croix blank technologies and a 15-year warranty. Available in November of 2026, TIDEMASTER INTERNATIONAL rods will retail from $310 to $320 USD.

TIDEMASTER INTERNATIONAL Features

Six (6) 2-piece saltwater spinning rods optimized for European saltwater angler preferences and presentations
All-new SCIIIG carbon fiber material with graphene produces blanks measuring over twice as strong as standard SCIII with no additional weight
Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) mandrel technology
Fortified Resin System (FRS) technology
Advanced Reinforcing Technology^TM (ART^TM)
Taper Enhancement Technology (TET) blank design
Slim Profile Ferrule (SPF) design for multi-piece convenience with one-piece performance
Angler-preferred Fuji stainless-steel gunmetal guides with Alconite rings
Fuji reel seat with custom-machined anodized-aluminum and stainless-steel locking nut
High-durometer EVA handles with composite cork/rubber butt cap
15-year transferable warranty
Designed and handcrafted in Park Falls, Wisconsin, USA
Retail price: $310-320 USD

TIDEMASTER INTERNATIONAL Spinning Models

27INS259MF2 – 259 cm (8’6″), medium power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 8-12 lb line / 7-21 g lure
27INS259MHF2 – 259 cm (8’6″), medium-heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 10-28 g lure
27INS259HF2 – 259 cm (8’6″), heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 12-25 lb line / 14-56 g lure
27INS274MHF2 – 274 cm (9′), medium-heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 8-17 lb line / 10-28 g lure
27INS274HF2 – 274 cm (9′), heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 12-25 lb line / 14-56 g lure
27INS289HF2 – 289 cm (9’6″), heavy power, fast action, 2-pc, spinning, 12-25 lb line / 14-56 g lure

The all-new TIDEMASTER family of regionally specific inshore saltwater rods will be introduced in booth #2223 at ICAST 2026 and will also be on display to media and retailers in the Saltwater Rod category of the ICAST 2026 New Product Showcase. TIDEMASTER rods will be available at St. Croix dealers worldwide and online at stcroixrods.com in October and November 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.

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