Oceans Legacy Backline Big Bait Special Slim Spec Mid Mount Surf Rod

A lighter, slimmer surf weapon built to punch big baits beyond the backline and dominate Australia’s toughest land-based fisheries.

The Oceans Legacy Backline Big Bait Special Slim Spec Mid Mount Surf Rod is engineered for serious surf anglers who demand extreme casting distance, refined sensitivity, and uncompromising lifting power. Developed in response to the growing demand for long-range surf fishing, this Slim Spec Mid Mount model takes the proven Backline platform and refines it into a thinner, lighter, and more responsive blank without sacrificing strength.

Designed in Australia and tested along the unforgiving Western Australian coastline, this rod excels at throwing large baits, metals, and plugs past the breakers into untouched water. The specially blended Japanese Toray graphite blank, reinforced with Oceans Legacy Cross Core Carbon technology, delivers extended torque through the foregrip for powerful casting while maintaining a responsive, lightweight tip to load cleanly and recover fast.

The mid-mount reel position suits traditional surf casters using overhead reels, offering balanced ergonomics for repeated long casts and prolonged fights. Fuji DPS reel seats and Fuji stainless steel K guides ensure smooth line flow, corrosion resistance, and reliability in harsh saltwater conditions. From mulloway and snapper in the gutters to sharks, salmon, tailor, and hard-fighting reef species from the stones, this rod is built to handle it all with confidence.

If you want a surf rod that feels lighter in hand but hits harder where it counts, the Backline Slim Spec Mid Mount is built to reach further, fish longer, and land bigger.

Product Features

• Slim Spec Toray Carbon Blank – Thinner, lighter profile for increased sensitivity without sacrificing backbone.
• Cross Core Carbon Technology – Reinforced multi-layer construction for extended torque and casting power.
• Mid Mount Reel Configuration – Optimised balance and control for traditional overhead surf casting.
• Responsive Lightweight Tip – Loads efficiently for maximum distance and fast recovery.
• Fuji DPS Reel Seat – Secure, corrosion-resistant reel fit for heavy surf and land-based use.
• Fuji Stainless Steel K Guides – Smooth casting, reduced line twist, and long-term saltwater durability.
• Extended Foregrip Power Zone – Improved leverage when casting big baits and fighting trophy fish.
• Surf and Rock Proven – Tested in extreme Australian coastal conditions.

Product Information

Brand: Oceans Legacy
Series: Backline Big Bait Special Slim Spec
Rod Type: Surf Rod
Mount Style: Mid Mount
Blank Material: Japanese Toray graphite with Cross Core Carbon technology
Guides: Fuji stainless steel K guides
Reel Seat: Fuji DPS
Grip: Ergonomic EVA
Primary Use: Long-distance surf and land-based fishing
Target Species: Mulloway, sharks, snapper, salmon, tailor, kingfish, samson fish, reef species
Environment: Surf beaches, rock platforms, coastal reefs

Please note: The image shown is for illustration purposes only. Actual rod models may differ from the one depicted.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the benefit of the Slim Spec design?
The Slim Spec blank is thinner and lighter than traditional surf rods, improving sensitivity and comfort while retaining the power needed for big baits and hard-fighting fish.

Is this rod suitable for overhead reels?
Yes. The mid-mount configuration is designed specifically for traditional surf anglers using overhead reels.

What species is this rod best suited for?
It’s ideal for mulloway, sharks, snapper, salmon, tailor, kingfish, samson fish, and other large coastal and reef species.

Can this rod handle long casting sessions?
Absolutely. The balanced mid-mount design, EVA grips, and lighter blank reduce fatigue, making it suitable for extended surf sessions.