Ripple Fisher Selfish Jigging Rod

Ripple Fisher Selfish Jigging Rods

In 2025, Ripple Fisher's jigging rod series "Selfish" will release two spinning models and one baitcasting model.

The two spinning models will belong to the newly categorized "AJ - Aggressive Jerk" series, characterized by their high jig operability and responsive blanks. They specialize in sharp actions with varying strengths and are adept at switching between static and dynamic movements. With finely tuned sensitivity that allows the angler to feel the pressure of the current, these rods are specifically designed for hooking fish.

The "SEB - Sensitive Bait" series, known for its technical handling, will introduce a new high-power model in the 5-issue class aimed at targeting large fish in deep areas. Additionally, the "NS - Natural Swim" series, which excels at naturally swimming the jig, will focus on shallow areas and diagonal jigging. The entire series will be restructured into three categories with eight models in total.

These three categories are designed to meet the complex and segmented needs of the current jigging scene. Each model is carefully crafted to elevate actions such as bouncing the jig, swimming it, and making fine movements into an irresistible "bite appeal." Of course, the Selfish series' signature qualities—its slim, lightweight design, sharp handling, the sensation of cutting through the tide, and the strong butt power that contrasts with its feel—have been further refined.

■ AJ (Aggressive Jerk)
AJ5105 / AJ604 

The Aggressive Jerk series is known for its quick initial speed and versatile slide action. It maintains sensitivity and control even in deep waters with high pressure or in fast currents, making it a specialized model for vertical jigging.

■ NS (Natural Swim)
NS614 / NS623 / NS632

This series is specialized in naturally swimming the jig without over-bouncing, allowing the angler to control the jig's movement with ease. It is a multi-purpose model that adapts flexibly to a wide variety of marine conditions and areas, designed to tackle selective situations.

■ SEB (Sensitive Bait)
SEB615 / SEB624 / SEB633

A high-performance bait model that is not limited to a specific jerking method, offering excellent response for easily imparting movement to the jig. It is a technical model focused on operating with a dynamic rhythm, utilizing the advantages of a bait model with a light and responsive feel.

Models:

AJ 5105

This high-rebound model is specialized for vertical jigging in areas with fast currents or depths greater than 100 meters. While the rod has extreme power, it still retains the Selfish series' signature light action and high sensitivity, which allows it to read the pressure of the current. Even in areas with dramatic underwater topography or around fish reefs, the short length allows for quick handling, and it excels at hook-setting in deep waters. During the fight, the strong butt power ensures that the angler maintains control. It also provides stable power for battling large fish or in areas with many sharks.

AJ 604

This model allows you to utilize the rod's rebound and high action response without exerting much effort, drawing out the jig's vertical self-propelling action or slide action, even in areas with fast currents. Additionally, it is well-suited for scenarios where high-speed jerking with a spinning rod is used to target reaction bites or for pinpoint fishing around reefs. It also combines high strength and stiffness, allowing for powerful reeling when hooking a fish near a reef.

NS 614

The NS 614 is a technical model specialized for targeting large yellowtail (hiramasa) in shallow areas of 20-40 meters. It is designed specifically to entice selective yellowtail to bite.

With a tip that is highly sensitive but suppresses rebound, and a belly with a stiffness that makes it easy to detect changes in the jig's behavior, the rod allows precise control over the jig's sliding width.

It enables quick, responsive switching between range and action according to the ever-changing conditions, and its butt power, which exceeds that of its line class, allows the angler to control large yellowtail even when fighting with the rod gripped under the arm.

Additionally, it excels in long-distance casting with an underhand cast, making it advantageous for fishing against incoming currents. This model encapsulates all the necessary features for effective shallow-water jigging.

NS 623

This model is designed to prevent jig wobbling or unnecessary excessive flight, focusing on achieving a natural action input with a controlled initial speed.

While maintaining a manual-like operability, it allows the angler to entice fish by maintaining the jig's balance during both action and swimming, which are key factors for triggering bites.

It is easy to switch between styles, such as swimming-based jerks that are operated with the tip or larger, more dynamic jerks that generate significant slide movements, and it allows for a responsive and smooth enticing game.

Even in challenging sea conditions or difficult fields, it is easy to adjust smoothly, making it a versatile model that can be considered a standard for nearshore jigging.

The butt section has a strong, resilient characteristic, allowing the angler to face off with larger fish confidently, capable of handling yellowtail (buri) over 10 kg and yellowtail (hiramasa) in the 7-8 kg class with ease.

NS 632

This is a technical model designed to tackle difficult waters and reluctant fish, using light jigs in the 60-130g range with PE2 line. The light handling and finely tuned sensitivity allow the angler to read underwater signals that trigger bites and operate the jig with good responsiveness, reflecting the angler's technique.

With its quick action and a blank that retains a slight bend during jerking, it prevents unnecessary recoil and loss of tension, creating a natural action like fleeing small fish. Despite being in the PE2 class, the rod maintains sufficient butt power, making it suitable for more than just nearshore fishing.

Its natural, light-class use makes it a great fit for tackling yellowtail (hiramasa) suspended in the midwater during the high-pressure spring season.

SEB 615

This baitcasting model is designed to target specific spots in areas with fast currents or deep waters. It also supports a wide range of techniques, including the fine pitch adjustments and bite-focused falls that are unique to bait reels, as well as more relaxed actions.

In depths greater than 100 meters, the rod allows for easy addition of action from the waist section, drawing out the high rebound power of the butt section and making it easier to impart jig actions. Additionally, during the fight, despite the slim blank, the rod has enough butt power to control the powerful runs of the fish.

SEB 624

Maintaining the basic performance of the SEB 633, the bending point has been set further back to enhance manual control and sharpness.

It is now possible to perform sharp actions with increased initial speed by utilizing the butt power, even with jigs up to 220g. The rod is designed to detect current pressure, fish entangling, and chases during the fall, enabling an immediate transition into enticing actions with high responsiveness and sensitivity. It is a model that makes it easy to impart movement to the jig in a simple manner.

The butt section has also been reinforced, allowing it to control the powerful runs of large fish when heading into rough reefs or fish structures. With strong recovery power and reeling, it is capable of forcefully pulling away 10kg-class yellowtail (hiramasa).

SEB 633

The SELFISH-Bait series standard model embodies high sensitivity and operability, supporting the broad range of jerk methods and high-load reeling power inherent to baitcasting reels.

By thoroughly eliminating any wobble during jerking and adding appropriate stiffness, the rod allows for high-pitch and combination jerks with excellent responsiveness.

It also accommodates slow-tempo jerks, designed with the fall in mind, enabling a wide range of approaches. After hooking a fish, even under load, the rod's distinctive large bend and recovery power ensure that the angler maintains control and never loses the upper hand.

Whether for vertical or diagonal jigging, from nearshore to offshore fishing, this model is a versatile foundation that can be used effectively in various fields and conditions, expanding the range of strategies available depending on how it's used.

About Ripple Fisher-

Ripple Fisher started as a request from a commercial fisherman who was having difficulty stopping fish with his current rod. The result of this request was a rod company that was dedicated to the angler. Originally only producing big game rods, Ripple Fisher has since added variety to their selection allowing anglers to target various species using a number of techniques. Ripple Fisher's focus is to create strong but comfortable rods to be the most effective at fighting fish. This focus gives their rods the unique ability to be specialized and user friendly. Ripple Fisher always strives to integrate new materials and settings into their rods. What started as a simple request from a commercial fisherman has evolved into a fishing rod company dedicated to giving anglers the ability to catch their dream fish.