13 FISHING CLOUT 28" HEAVY ICE FISHING ROD

13 Fishing Clout 71 cm Heavy is a higher-power ice fishing rod for those who prefer fishing through an ice hole with a heavier lure or one that creates more water resistance. The stronger blank helps give the lure a distinct lift, while the Hi-Vis tip shows changes in line tension.

Suitable for

• Ice fishing with a heavier jigging minnow, jigging spoon or vibration lure

• Fishing for zander or larger perch with an actively worked ice fishing lure

• Fishing close to the bottom when the lure needs to reach the desired depth quickly

Why choose the 13 Fishing Clout 71 cm Heavy?

• Heavy power is suited to ice fishing lures that put more load on the rod

• Carbon and fibreglass blank provides support for lifts

• Hi-Vis tip helps you see when the lure stops or a fish changes the line tension

• Evolve Soft Touch Finesse reel seat lets you pair the rod with your own reel

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer: 13 Fishing

• Model: Clout Ice Rod

• Product type: ice fishing rod

• Rod length: 71 cm

• Rod power: H (Heavy)

• Rod blank: solid carbon and fibreglass

• Rod tip: Hi-Vis

• Rod guides: Evolve Advanced Feather Light

• Reel seat: Evolve Soft Touch Finesse

• Handle: Evolve

Included

• 13 Fishing Clout 71 cm Heavy ice fishing rod

Frequently asked questions

What does Heavy power offer when fishing with an ice fishing lure?

A Heavy blank is suited to situations where a heavier lure or one with high water resistance puts more load on the rod during the lift. When choosing, consider both the lure's weight and the resistance created by its action.

Is the Clout Heavy suitable for zander fishing?

Yes. It is a sensible choice when working a heavier jigging minnow, jigging spoon or vibration lure through an ice hole for zander.

How does the Clout Heavy differ from the BaitStriker Heavy Dead Stick?

The 71 cm Clout is designed for actively working a lure. The 107 cm BaitStriker Heavy Dead Stick is suited to waiting for a bite with bait, watching the tip of the rod as it rests in a holder.

When is the Clout Heavy the right choice?

Choose Heavy if heavier lures or those that create more water resistance make up most of your ice fishing. For a smaller lure and a gentler action, the same-length Medium Heavy may provide a more suitable bend.

Our recommendations

With a heavier lure, start with short lifts. Let the lure reach the bottom, then lift it just off the bottom. Watch how the rod behaves during the lift and whether you can feel the moment the lure pulls the line tight again after falling. If you use a jigging minnow that swims widely to the side, allow enough time after the lift for it to return beneath the hole.

Readjust the drag before changing fishing spots or using a new line. Pull the line through the guides and make sure the reel gives line smoothly under a sudden load. When bringing a fish to the hole, hold the rod at an angle that distributes the load across the blank. If the line runs towards the edge of the ice, use the rod tip to guide it back towards the centre of the hole.

Clout Heavy for controlling more demanding ice fishing lures

The Clout 71 cm Heavy is suited to active ice fishing when your usual lure needs a stronger rod for lifting. Its highly visible tip also signals when the lure stops and when a fish may be biting.