For millennia, man has looked to the sea for sustenance, inspiration and adventure. Fishing in the sea is an occupation as old as human civilization. One of the most praised early civilizations is that of ancient Greece. The Greeks believed in an incredible and rich pantheon of gods who ruled human affairs. One of those deities is Apollo, a god with the gift of prophecy, which is the ability to predict the future. Apollo was also able to understand the language of animals. We can’t help but wonder if Grays gave his excellent rod his name in the hope that he could grant this foresight to sea fishermen! Here is some information on the MK3 Sea Fishing Rod.

About the Grays Apollo MK3 rod

The Apollo MK3 rod has a parallel butt section that is thinner than other rods in the line. This means that the reed should feel a bit sharper and more responsive when in your hands. You can also expect better lead control during casting, something that virtually any angler will appreciate. Another superior feature is the positive grip that is ensured by a patented slide-lock reel seat and a convenient “Sure Grip” retractable tube. This rod has a ‘classic’ heritage of its own, backed by Grays’ legendary design and manufacturing team.

Features of the Grays Apollo MK3 rod

This rod comes in 13 and 14 foot lengths. Grays has tested the Apollo MK3 extensively in all types of fishing conditions to ensure optimal and reliable performance. Grays engineers and designers are just as passionate about sea fishing as the fishermen who use their products. Grays has gone to great lengths to ensure that the Apollo MK3 performs flawlessly in virtually any fishing scenario imaginable, including rugged and rocky terrain. The rod uses durable Fuji BMNAG Alconite guides. BMNAG guides are light but extremely resistant. They have an S4 stainless steel frame and their shape makes them ideal for use on medium to heavy duty cast or cast rods. Guides are black anodized for strength and designed for braided lines. “Alconite” is not a substance or a characteristic. Rather, it is a Fuji trade name for the high performance guides on the Apollo MK3 rod.

More about the Apollo MK3 bar

This rod can easily melt 4-6 ounces and features a durable tenon joint assembly. The Apollo MK3 truly is the standard for heavy or mixed ground surf rods and performs exceptionally well in strong tides without compromising positive bite registration. With some practice, the Apollo MK3 will launch incredibly long distances. It is also demonstrated when you need to pull a fish out of undergrowth or in non-standard fishing spots like cliffs. This is a durable carbon fiber rod that should provide decades of good service, if properly cared for.

Add to this impressive list of features a worldwide extended warranty backed by Grays and you have a rod that, in my opinion, is a valuable addition to any angler’s collection of sea fishing tackle.