Tica Surf Combo Shizen 1503 – GTY10000 brings together a purpose-built long-cast rod and a high-capacity surf reel in a single, reliable package designed for beach and rock fishing. Built by Kilwell for anglers who demand distance and precision, this combo delivers consistent casting confidence and smooth performance session after session.

The Shizen 1503 rod is crafted from 40T high-modulus interwoven carbon and spans 4.57 m in a three-piece, slim-line blank. A hybrid tip, created from high-strength graphite, provides extra loading power for longer, more accurate casts while remaining sensitive enough to feel bites in silt or rips. The tip is reflective for night fishing, helping you track line movement in low light. The butt features an ergonomic palm swell, ensuring your grip placement remains identical from cast to cast—so you aim with unwavering consistency. With a casting range of 100–250 g, it’s tuned for a broad spectrum of live baiting and lure work. Light, responsive, and balanced, this rod is designed for distance without fatigue, even on extended sessions.

The GTY10000 reel complements the rod with long-range capability and robust offshore reliability. Seven rust-resistant bearings, a graphite-reinforced body, and a precision worm-shaft oscillating system ensure smooth operation under load. The 5.2:1 gear ratio delivers steady, powerful retrieves, while the stainless steel main shaft and carbon washers power a strong, consistent drag up to 8 kg. A long spool shaft and anti-twist line roller minimize line twist when using modern braided lines, helping you maintain a clean, even line lay for maximum distance. The No.10 tapered casting spool ships with generous capacity for beach and rock fishing—approximately 305 yards of 20 lb mono (about 280 m of 0.45 mm mono)—so you can push long, accurate casts and still have line to work a bite. The reel also features a left/right interchangeable handle, a soft-touch power knob, and a solid aluminum bail wire for durability in salt and spray. A slow oscillation system improves line lay, reducing friction as line flows off the spool for smoother, longer casts.

Why this combo stands apart

• Designed for distance and precision: a 4.57 m 3-piece rod with a reflective night-tip and a palm-swell butt lets you cast accurately to fish holding beyond the breaking foams, day or night.
• High-modulus, durable construction: 40T carbon fiber with a slim, responsive blank delivers power-and-sensitivity without weighing you down—total rod weight is tuned for all‑day surf sessions.
• Low-profile, purpose-built guides: Fuji Lowrider Alconite guides keep weight down and line flow smooth, contributing to lighter feel on the rod and better line control at distance.
• Heavy-duty reel with refined ergonomics: a robust Scepter GTY10000 featuring 7 rust-resistant bearings, a carbon-fiber reinforced body, and an 8 kg drag provides reliable stopping power and long retrieves in surf conditions.
• Traveler-ready setup: three-piece rod and a long shaft reel design make this combo ideal for trips where space and weight matter, yet you don’t want to compromise on performance.

Key specifications at a glance

• Rod: Tica Shizen surf casting rod, 4.57 m, 3-piece, 100–250 g casting weight, 40T high-modulus carbon, hybrid graphite tip with night reflectivity, ergonomic palm swell butt, Fuji Lowrider Alconite guides, total rod weight ~525 g
• Reel: Tica Scepter GTY10000, 7 rust-resistant bearings, graphite-reinforced body, 5.2:1 gear ratio, maximum drag ~8 kg, anti-twist line roller, left/right handle interchangeable, long retrieve (114 cm per handle turn), soft-touch power knob, aluminum bail wire
• Line capacity (spool): No.10 tapered casting spool, approx. 305 yards of 20 lb mono (about 280 m of 0.45 mm mono)
• Warranty: 10-year/reliability focus for the reel

Who this is for and practical use cases

Ideal for anglers who fish from the beach or rocky shorelines and need to place powerful, accurate casts into structure or where fish are schooling beyond the breaking waves. The combination shines when targeting larger surf species, offering the reach to hold fish at distance and the stopping power to bring them through rough terrain. It’s particularly well-suited for those who value a travel-friendly, three-piece rod without sacrificing casting distance or reel performance. If you’re upgrading from a budget setup or expanding into longer-range surf fishing, this Kilwell combination provides a clear step up in both control and endurance.

Practical tips to get the most from this combo: practice casts at moderate wind before committing to long-distance efforts, take advantage of the reflective tip in dawn/dusk conditions, and align your grip consistently against the palm swell for repeatable accuracy. Pair this setup with the right 20–25 lb mono or braid-to-mono leader for braided line use, and you’ll experience smooth line lay, solid drag response, and longer, cleaner casts that reach where the fish are feeding.

In short, the Tica Surf Combo Shizen 1503 – GTY10000 from Kilwell is a high-performance pairing designed for serious surf anglers who expect distance, precision, and reliable handling in challenging beach and rock environments. It isn’t just a rod and reel—it’s a thoughtfully engineered system built to help you fish smarter, cast farther, and land more bites.