About this piece
The Daiwa Overdrive 80S is a heavy sinking pencil engineered for extreme casting distance and versatile performance. Targeting flounder, seabass, and pelagics, it shifts from a wide tail swing at slow speeds to a tight irregular roll when retrieved fast. Its aerodynamic body and small head fin deliver stable flight even in crosswinds.
Key features
- Slow retrieve produces a wide tail swing action with intense flashing from the 3-part side design
- High-speed retrieve triggers a tight irregular rolling action with occasional darting movements
- Horizontal sinking posture maximizes strike time after casting
- Compact 80mm body with a dense 32g fixed weight for pin-point accuracy
- Small head fin suppresses body roll for stable long casts and consistent action
- 1mm through-wire construction ensures durability against large predators
Best for
- Surf and shore casting for flounder and sea bass
- Fast retrieves to provoke school pelagics like tuna and mackerel
- Finesse situations when target fish are keyed on small baitfish
- Windy days where stable flight and long distance are critical
