A Versatile Medium Casting Rod with a More Forgiving Action Moving baits and treble-hook lures often benefit from a casting rod with some added give under load. The Old 18 Knighthawk 7'0" Medium Casting Rod Mod-Fast combines medium power, a mod-fast action, and a 1/4- to 5/8-ounce lure rating in a versatile 7-foot setup for mid-weight casting presentations. Why Choose the Knighthawk 7'0" Medium Casting Rod? ✅ Medium power and mod-fast action provide more give through the blank than a typical fast-action setup, creating a versatile casting configuration with particular value for moving baits and treble-hook presentations ✅ 1/4- to 5/8-ounce lure rating provides a defined working range for matching mid-weight casting presentations to the rod ✅ 7'0" length provides useful casting reach while remaining manageable for target-oriented casts and general rod handling from a boat or kayak ✅ 40-ton graphite blank with X-Wrap construction combines the Knighthawk blank design with a finished rod weight of 4.7 ounces ✅ Split-grip cork handle provides a traditional grip material in a streamlined casting-rod layout ✅ Nine 316 stainless marine-grade guides with zirconia rings provide the line-management system along the one-piece blank Spec Details Model KH-70MC-MF Length 7'0" Power Medium Action Mod-Fast Reel Type Casting Rod Weight 4.7 oz Line Weight 8-14 lb Lure Weight 1/4-5/8 oz Handle Length 9.75" Handle Split-grip cork Blank 40-ton graphite with X-Wrap Guides 316 stainless marine grade with zirconia rings Number of Guides 9 Pieces One piece Real-World Performance Within its 1/4- to 5/8-ounce lure range, the KH-70MC-MF is well suited to moving presentations where some additional give through the blank is useful, including appropriately weighted crankbaits, lipless crankbaits, and treble-hook walking baits. The 7-foot length provides useful casting reach, while the medium power and mod-fast action help the rod maintain steadier pressure as a hooked fish loads the blank. Add a More Forgiving Medium Rod to Your Casting Lineup Add the KH-70MC-MF when you want medium-power casting capability with a mod-fast action that brings additional give to appropriately weighted moving-bait and treble-hook presentations. Frequently Asked Questions About the Old 18 Knighthawk Casting Rod .faq-accordion--pescador details { margin:0; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb; } .faq-accordion--pescador details:first-of-type { border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb; } .faq-accordion--pescador summary { padding:14px 0; font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; list-style:none; outline:none; } .faq-accordion--pescador summary::-webkit-details-marker { display:none; } .faq-accordion--pescador summary::marker { content:""; } .faq-accordion--pescador p { margin:10px 0 16px; } Is the KH-70MC-MF only a crankbait rod? No. The KH-70MC-MF is a medium-power, mod-fast casting rod rather than a dedicated crankbait-only model. Its configuration is particularly well suited to appropriately weighted moving baits and treble-hook presentations, but lure selection should remain within the rod's 1/4- to 5/8-ounce rating. Why use a mod-fast casting rod for treble-hook lures? A mod-fast action allows more of the blank to bend than a typical fast action, providing additional give under load. With treble-hook presentations, that can help the rod maintain steadier pressure on a hooked fish. How does Mod-Fast differ from Fast on a casting rod? A fast-action rod concentrates more of its initial flex toward the tip, while a mod-fast configuration transitions farther into the blank as it loads. That additional give is one reason mod-fast casting rods are commonly useful for moving baits and treble-hook presentations. When would I choose this Mod-Fast rod over a Fast-action casting rod? Choose the mod-fast configuration when you want a medium-power casting rod with more give under load, particularly for moving or treble-hook presentations. A fast-action model may be preferable when the application calls for a more tip-oriented response. What moving baits make sense for this rod? Appropriately weighted crankbaits, lipless crankbaits, and treble-hook walking baits are logical applications for this configuration. Keep the complete lure within Old 18's published 1/4- to 5/8-ounce rating.
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