Daiwa Black Label Travel S70ML+-5 [Y340]

Daiwa Black Label Travel S70ML+-5

Medium Light Plus Travel Spinning Rod for Finesse & Versatile Bass Fishing

Overview

The Daiwa Black Label Travel S70ML+-5 is a five-piece travel spinning rod designed for anglers who want versatile performance in a compact, easy-to-carry package. Measuring 2.13 m (7'0") with a Medium Light Plus power rating and Fast action, it offers a responsive feel for finesse presentations while retaining the backbone needed for a broader range of light and medium-weight lures.

With a folded length of just 50 cm and a weight of 113 g, this rod is ideal for travel, road trips and fishing adventures where portability matters. Its 2.7–28 g lure rating provides flexibility for everything from lightweight soft plastics to compact hard baits and small swimbaits.

Key Features

• Five-piece travel construction for convenient transportation

• Compact 50 cm folded length

• Lightweight 113 g design

• Medium Light Plus power for versatile finesse and light-power applications

• Fast action for responsive lure control and precise hooksets

• Broad lure-weight range for a variety of freshwater techniques

Specifications

• Model: S70ML+-5

• Series: Daiwa Black Label Travel

• Type: Spinning Rod

• Length: 2.13 m / 7'0"

• Number of Pieces: 5

• Folded Length: 50 cm

• Weight: 113 g

• Power: Medium Light Plus (ML+)

• Action: Fast

• Lure Weight: 2.7–28 g (3/32–1 oz)

• Line Rating: 6–14 lb

• Maximum PE Rating: PE #1.5

Recommended Fishing Applications

• Largemouth and smallmouth bass fishing

• Finesse presentations in clear water or pressured fishing areas

• Walleye fishing with light jigs and soft plastics

• Trout fishing with small hard baits and spoons

• Shore fishing, travel fishing and compact tackle setups

• Versatile light-to-medium presentations around rocky banks, weed edges and submerged structures

Recommended Lures & Techniques

• Drop Shot: Precise presentations with small soft plastics near the bottom or around suspended fish

• Ned Rig and Wacky Rig: Finesse techniques for cautious or inactive bass

• Shaky Head and Light Texas Rig: Bottom-contact presentations with lightweight soft plastics

• Small Swimbaits: Paddle-tail soft plastics for bass and walleye

• Jerkbaits and Minnow Plugs: Compact hard baits for covering water and targeting active fish

• Small Crankbaits and Spinnerbaits: Moving baits for searching along weed edges and rocky banks

• Spoons and Inline Spinners: Useful options for trout and other light-tackle applications

The Fast action helps deliver accurate casts and responsive hooksets, while the ML+ power provides additional versatility when moving beyond ultralight finesse presentations. Keep lure weights within the rated 2.7–28 g range.

Recommended Spinning Reels

• Daiwa 24 Luvias 2500: A lightweight pairing for finesse techniques and balanced all-around performance

• Shimano Vanford 2500: A responsive, lightweight option for bass fishing and frequent lure changes

• Shimano Stradic 2500: A versatile choice for anglers who want one setup for bass, walleye and mixed freshwater fishing

A quality 2000–2500-size spinning reel is a good starting point, offering a balanced setup for this rod's length and power.

Recommended Line Setup

• Main Line: PE #0.6–1.2 braid for finesse and general-purpose fishing

• Leader: 6–10 lb fluorocarbon for clear water and light presentations; increase strength when fishing around heavier cover

• Reel Size: 2000–2500 spinning reel

For trout and cautious bass in clear water, use a lighter leader when conditions allow. For fishing around vegetation and structure, adjust line strength to suit the cover and target species.

Condition

Mint condition. Rarely used.