St. Croix Unveils its Next-Generation Mojo Inshore Series
St. Croix’s popular Mojo family of North American-crafted fishing rods deliver anglers a combination of technology-driven performance, durability and reasonable pricing. St. Croix offers a variety of distinct Mojo rod series to meet the needs of anglers in pursuit of everything from tiny stream trout to amberjack. Mojo Inshore series has been completely overhauled from tip to butt – and expanded – for 2021.
“The redesigned Mojo Inshore Series for 2021 offers significantly increased performance and versatility while maintaining affordable Mojo pricing,” says Alex Smay, NE Regional Account Manager for St. Croix Rod. “We listened intently to our pro staff, customers and dealers to really focus in on some key improvements that would make big differences for anglers.” Smay emphasizes that the new series breaks new ground in the market place. “There’s no other lineup at this price point in the saltwater inshore market that can boast such a combination of power, durability and sensitivity.”
Mojo Inshore’s transformation for 2021 begins with lighter, upgraded, premium-quality SCIII carbon blanks, enhanced via Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) mandrel technology. IPC mandrel technology eliminates all transition points in the blank from butt to tip. The SCIII carbon and IPC upgrade has been recently made to other Mojo series, and the change has been well received by anglers. “The performance increases are seen and felt in terms of increased smoothness, better sensitivity and even more durability without an increase in weight,” says St. Croix Director Product Manager, Ryan Teach. “It’s been a really popular upgrade, because anglers notice the differences immediately.”
Both the new 7’11” and 7’9” rods are designed to take anglers who chase trophy inshore species through an entire season. A 7’ light, fast-action spinning rod (JIS70LF) – perfect for speckled trout – rounds out the new additions to the expanded and reinvented St. Croix Mojo Inshore lineup.
Angler-input was employed in the development of new Mojo Inshore’s handle designs. Split handles have been replaced by full cork on light, medium-light, and medium power models by angler request. Medium-heavy, heavy and extra-heavy power rods have been upgraded with unique, full-length cork and EVA combination handles. This provides protection to stowed rods as the more durable EVA is positioned where the rod is most likely to contact the holder. The combo handle also allows anglers to enjoy the soft touch of the EVA in the upper part of the grip while retaining that familiar cork grip feel toward the bottom.
These hybrid-handled Mojo Inshore rod models also feature an Alps non-marring rubber gimble which inhibits rods – especially those carrying larger, heavier reels from banging around in the rocket launcher or holder during rough rides to and from the fishing grounds. The gimbal can also be tucked against an angler’s hip during tough battles without causing the discomfort of a plastic or metal gimbal. This new soft gimbal and full handle assembly combination provide anglers the greatest leverage when trying to turn large predators away from structure like boat docks, boulder fields and bridge stanchions.
In addition to its upgrades and improvements, St. Croix has added eight brand new models to the new Mojo Inshore lineup, expanding the full series to 27 total rods encompassing 19 spinning and 8 casting models.
Additional 7’11” Mojo Inshore spinning models added for 2021 come in the form of medium power, fast action (JIS711MF) and medium-heavy power, fast action (JIS711MHF) models, ideal for bombing long, accurate casts to smaller inshore species.
A pair of new 7’9” extra-heavy, moderate-fast conventional (JIC79XHMF) and spinning (JIS79XHMF) models have been designed to handle 2- to 6-oz. lures, including large metal-lip swimmers and 9” swimbaits, and to put maximum pressure on large inshore and nearshore fish. Thanks to SCIII composition and IPC mandrel technology, these extra-heavy power rods remain exceptionally light in the hand for such powerful sticks. Anglers will admire the strength and backbone of these models for everything from dragging giant snook out from under rickety docks up to popping medium, school-sized bluefin tuna. Simply put, they provide more Mojo in a lighter saltwater package. The 7’9” extra-heavy, moderate-fast, conventional Mojo Inshore rod (JIC79XHMF) is St. Croix’s entry into ICAST 2020 Online’s New Product Showcase in the Saltwater Rod category.
Both the new 7’11” and 7’9” rods are designed to take anglers who chase trophy inshore species through an entire season. A 7’ light, fast-action spinning rod (JIS70LF) – perfect for speckled trout – rounds out the new additions to the expanded and reinvented St. Croix Mojo Inshore lineup.
Key Features: Mojo Inshore Rods
- Designed for inshore specific techniques, the Mojo Inshore series puts exceptional performance rods in angler’s hands at an affordable price
- Premium-quality SCIII carbon
- Integrated Poly Curve® (IPC®) mandrel technology
- Sea Guide Hero Hi-Grade guides with slim aluminum oxide rings and SS316 stainless gun smoke frames
- Fuji® DPS Deluxe reel seat with gun metal hoods on spinning models
- Fuji® ECS and TCS Deluxe reel seat with gun metal hoods on casting models
- Fuji® Back Stop lock nut on select models
- Contoured handle with EVA and Cork combination on select models
- Alps non-marring rubber gimbal on select models• Kigan hook-keeper
- Two coats of Flex-Coat slow cure finish
- 5-year warranty backed by St. Croix Superstar Service
- Specialized inshore saltwater rods designed and built for superior performance
- Designed in Park Falls, U.S.A. and handcrafted in North America (Fresnillo, Mexico)
ST. CROIX MOJO INSHORE SPINNING ROD MODELS
- 6’6” one-piece, medium power, fast action (JIS66MF) $160.00
- 6’6” one-piece, medium-heavy power, fast action (JIS66MHF) $170.00
- 6’6” one-piece, heavy power, fast action (JIS66HF) $180.00
- 7’0” one-piece, light power, fast action (JIS70LF) $160.00
- 7’0” one-piece, medium-light power, fast action (JIS70MLF) $160.00
- 7’0” one-piece, medium power, fast action (JIS70MF) $170.00
- 7’0” one-piece, medium power, moderate action (JIS70MM) $160.00
- 7’0” one-piece, medium-heavy power, fast action (JIS70MHF) $170.00
- 7’0” one-piece, medium-heavy power, moderate action (JIS70MHM) $170.00
- 7’0” one-piece, heavy power, fast action (JIS70HF) $190.00
- 7’6” one-piece, medium-light power, fast action (JIS76MLF) $180.00
- 7’6” one-piece, medium power, fast action (JIS76MF) $180.00
- 7’6” one-piece, medium-heavy power, fast action (JIS76MHF) $200.00
- 7’6” one-piece, heavy power, fast action (JIS76HF) $210.00
- 7’9” one-piece, extra-heavy power, moderate-fast action (JIS79XHMF) $230.00
- 7’11” one-piece medium power, fast action (JIS711MF) $180.00
- 7’11” one-piece medium-heavy power, fast action (JIS711MHF) $210.00
- 7’11” one-piece heavy power, moderate-fast action (JIS711HMF) $220.00
- 7’11” one-piece heavy power, fast action (JIS711HF) $210.00
ST. CROIX MOJO INSHORE CASTING ROD MODELS
- 7’0” one-piece, medium-light power, moderate action (JIC70MLM) $160.00
- 7’0” one-piece, medium-heavy power, fast action (JIC70MHF) $170.00
- 7’0” one-piece, heavy power, fast action (JIC70HF) $180.00
- 7’6” one-piece, medium-light power, moderate action (JIC76MLM) $170.00
- 7’6” one-piece, medium-heavy power, fast action (JIC76MHF) $190.00
- 7’6” one-piece, heavy power, fast action (JIC76HF) $200.00
- 7’9” one-piece, extra-heavy power, moderate-fast action (JIC79XHMF) $210.00
- 7’11” one-piece, heavy power, moderate-fast action (JIC711HMF) $210.00
I grew up in Canada, but unfortunately, I did not take advantage of shooting or hunting when I lived there. I just didn’t grow up with it, but I did fish a lot. It’s only after I joined a firearm company that I could reap the benefits of having great mentors teach me the ropes. Now I’m hooked and want to experience everything I can! So much so, I was compelled to co-found this site. I hope you enjoy it, and all feedback is welcome.