About this piece
The Smith Be Sticky Trout HM Model (BST-HM55UL/C) is a dedicated stream bait finesse rod developed in collaboration with Hiroyuki Himoto. At 5'5" (1.65m) and weighing only 80g, this 2-piece casting rod is designed for precise casting of light lures in small stream environments, embodying the "stream bait finesse" philosophy.
Key features
- Two-piece 30t+24t graphite blank with unsanded finish for sensitivity
- Fuji titanium frame SIC guides in a small-diameter original setting
- Full length 5'5" with a 85cm pack length for easy transport
- Moderate action UL power rod designed for 1-7g lures and 2-6lb line
- High-visibility colored thread and sight top for enhanced strike detection
Best for
- Light bait finesse fishing in mountain streams for char (iwana) and trout
- Spinner and small hard lure presentations in tight cover
- Controlled casting in side-hand, back-hand, and underhand styles
