Needing little introduction the range of Hi-‘S carp rods have become iconic. Utilising the very best quality Japanese low resin 40t carbon and adding an attractive 1k weave these rods have been incredibly popular since their release.
Blanks are very slim, light but powerful aiding poor casters and the more capable alike. Since the tip diameter is very slim these actions are semi-fast with stiffer mid to butt sections – this makes the end of the top section lighter so aiding the recovery following the unloading of the blank during casting. This lack of tip bounce makes for more accurate cast and longer distances since friction is reduced. It also makes the tip ultra-responsive thus aiding fish playing.
Lowering the resin content combined with using the best quality Japanese carbons means the resin pockets are much smaller and better dispersed through the blank making it virtually immune to the softening process common in rods made with inferior carbons.
The blanks are finished in a 1k weave for the length of the rod and are precision ground to take weight out of the very tip since this carbon is heavier than the main blank material. As is usual with Free Spirit rods they don’t add any paint or lacquer and call this their ‘Perdurable’ finish making the rod look good for many years.
Complementing the blank material they fit a Hi-S- Clone reel seat made from the same carbon as the rod and this transmits more feel through the blank to aid leading about and finding features or avoiding weed and debris.
These rods are hand built in the UK to Free Spirits exacting standards with full custom build available.
Features:
- Blank: 240g
- Rod: 372g
- Model Number: RHS520-50
- Reel Seat: Clone 1k
- Guides: ‘S’-Lite 50-16tip
- Japanese low resin 40t carbon
- Very slim, light but powerful
There are two types of Hi-‘S’ive 12’ rods. The original ‘ive is stiffer in the tip and makes an excellent long range bag rod. Free Spirit felt that the range was missing a rod with action more akin to the 13’ Hi-‘S’ive which is softer and more responsive in the upper part of the top section. This helps with casting smaller leads and also with the use of lighter lines to gain maximum distance. The result was the addition of the Hi-‘S’ive 12’ ER to the range – ‘ER’ standing for Extra Responsive.
Free Spirit Hi-'S' ive - Gunsmoke 'S'Lite Guides - 12' ER - 50mm
SKU: RHS520-50V
DELIVERY
We aim to despatch all orders within 2-3 days of your order. Priority delivery can be selected at checkout, we aim to despatch all express delivery purchases on the same business day if order if placed before 1pm or the next business day. Our shipping days are Monday to Friday, shipments sent on a Friday will be delivered on Monday.
DELIVERY PRICES
Orders under £25
Standard delivery - £5
Priority Delivery - £10
Orders over £25
Standard delivery - Free
Priority Delivery - £5
Next day before 12 - £10
RETURNS POLICY
To be eligible for a full refund or exchange, the product must be returned in unused condition in the original packaging within 30 days of delivery.
Any returns received outside of this time frame (except for faulty or damaged products) will be subject to rejection at our discretion.
To request a return, please contact our customer service team at returns@capitalangling.co.uk.
Our team will aim to get back to you as soon as possible to process the return.
You will be sent a returns form once the request has been reviewed.
Please specify the exact reasons for your return request and provide your order number.
We reserve the right to deduct return shipping costs if a return is deemed to be the buyer's responsibility.
RETURNS PERIODS
To process a refund or exchange, we must receive the returned item within 30 days of delivery.
PLEASE NOTE: Any products returned without a returns form from our customer service team will not be processed. Any products returned outside of the return period specified above (except for faulty or damaged products) may be rejected or may only qualify for a partial refund. This does not affect your statutory rights. We may instead return your purchase to you. Before sending it, you will be charged the applicable delivery fee for the products and your location.
PROOF OF PURCHASE
No refund or exchange will be processed without a valid receipt, delivery note, or proof of purchase.
PROCESSING
We aim to process all returns within 3-4 business days of the item being returned to us.
FAULTY OR DAMAGED GOODS
Most products available are guaranteed by manufacturers' warranties for up to 1 year after purchase. Some products have longer warranty periods, and this will be noted in the product description. Manufacturer's warranty does not cover wear and tear. In the event of a product becoming faulty, please contact our customer service team who will liaise with the manufacturer on your behalf. Please note due to manufacturer processing times this can take 6-8 weeks and is out of our control. We will do everything we can to ensure this is dealt with as quickly as possible for you.
CARE HANDLING OF GOODS
When your products arrive, please fully inspect them and try any items on for size. Should you decide not to keep your purchase, you have a statutory duty to ensure care is taken of the goods. Please ensure goods are not damaged, and the packaging is kept intact. Should you decide to return any item, it must arrive in new condition with all packaging undamaged.
PLEASE NOTE: We reserve the right to reject or deduct any amount due by way of compensation for repairs to cover any losses where the correct care has not been taken and returned in an as-new state.