float rod
Tubertini R18 Medium 7 m
Original model
Tubertini R18 Medium 7 m Tubertini R18 Medium Bolognese 7.00m is an elite seven-section Bolognese rod constructed from ultra-high-modulus R18 Carbon with a 0–16g casting rating. Weighing only 264g at full 7-meter extension, it features mounted Fuji Alconite guides and an Alps reel seat. Delivers featherlight balance for effortless, fatigue-free river float trotting all day.
🎯 Expert Blank Analysis & Tactical Field Guide
Tubertini R18 Medium Bolognese 7 m — pinnacle Italian Bolognese rod built with ultra-high-modulus Toray R18 Carbon. Exceptional blank lightness and crisp recovery deliver peerless float steering in strong river currents.
What this rod class is for
Float tackle is engineered for pinpoint bait presentation, immediate visual bite detection, and precise depth control. Rod length governs line mending, trotting control along current seams, and fishing near aquatic vegetation.
How to build the tackle system
Match line and shotting to swim conditions: poles use fixed rigs with 0.10–0.14 mm line; Bolognese and match rods pair with 2500–4000 size reels spooled with low-stretch sinking monofilament.
Verified real-model or series specifications
- Construction: 7.00 m length, 7 sections, 264 g factory-fitted weight (228 g raw blank), 0–16 g rating, 23.2 mm butt diameter.
- Factory-rigged with Fuji high-frame Alconite/SiC guides and Alps premium plate reel seat for friction-free monofilament flow.
In-game strengths
- Sensitivity 95: rank 2 of 10 among in-game rods of this class.
- Durability 185: rank 3 of 10 among in-game rods of this class.
Limitations and trade-offs
- Power 50: rank 3 of 10; this is a relative weakness within the in-game class.
- Casting 62: rank 3 of 10; this is a relative weakness within the in-game class.
Tubertini R18 Medium 7 m in Volga 2026
In the Volga 2026 catalogue this rod unlocks at level 9 and costs 7,800 ₽. Specifications: power 50, sensitivity 95, casting 62, durability 185. Within its class the ranks are: power — 3/10, sensitivity — 2/10, casting — 3/10, durability — 3/10.
In the game, rod power contributes to effective outfit power and load calculations; sensitivity contributes to total tackle sensitivity and several fight phases; cast feeds the final casting stat together with reel and tuning values. A single highest number is therefore not enough—the rod works as part of the whole setup.
Within its class progression, the previous step is Daiwa Aqualite Power Match (power +4, sensitivity +5, casting +2, durability +5). The next step is Colmic Fiume 180 7 m; versus it this rod is power -26, sensitivity +3, casting -22, durability -25. Compare the four-stat profile and intended job rather than price alone.
What to verify before buying
- Find the complete manufacturer article/SKU and generation of the model.
- Confirm length, lure rating or line weight class, action, and section count.
- Check blank material, guide types, reel seat construction, and grip ergonomics.
- Match the real casting rating to your lure/rig payload and current conditions.
- Confirm official warranty, supplied accessories, and spare tip/section availability.
Common mistakes
- Purchasing by length alone: one series often spans multiple casting powers and actions.
- Judging the entire tackle system solely by the rod while ignoring reel drag and line strength.
- Exceeding the blank's rated casting threshold with fully loaded feeders or oversized lures.
- Using a stiff fast blank with fine tippets without proper reel drag adjustment.
Care and storage
After fishing remove grit and dirt; after saltwater use, rinse gently with fresh water and dry sections and joints completely. Do not seal a wet rod for storage, do not pull on guides when separating sections, and transport the blank in a suitable sleeve or tube.
Practical tackle applications
Game price and ratings are not product specifications. Use the exact SKU and current manufacturer specification when buying; availability, price, warranty and regional versions can differ.
Reference and authorized equipment catalogues: tubertini.it
Prepared by the Volga 2026 editorial team. Verification methodology and reference guide.