Abbie’s trusted rod for the Vineyard’s hardtails.

When albies and bonito show up, you want a rod you know well and trust. The Thomas & Thomas Exocett 88 is one of Abbie Schuster’s trusted choices for that fishing—and a rod worth considering for your next Vineyard saltwater outfit.

Floating lines, sinking lines, and changing conditions

The Exocett 88 pairs a progressive action that loads readily with rapid recovery after the cast. That combination helps you lift and recast sinking lines, deliver floating-line presentations, and maintain control when you need to reach farther.

Its 8'8" design uses a blend of carbon fiber and S-Glass to provide lifting strength while keeping swing weight down. Whether you’re chasing hardtails or targeting striped bass, we’ll help you match the model and line to the flies and water you fish.

Rod details

• 8'8" length with four-piece construction

• Carbon fiber and S-Glass blank

• Titanium-frame stripping guides with ceramic inserts

• Recoil titanium-alloy snake guides

• 7" full-wells cork grip with a composite nose

• Saltwater-anodized aluminum reel seat

• Line-weight and suggested grain-weight markings

• Handcrafted in Greenfield, Massachusetts

Build your outfit with Kismet

Choosing between weights or deciding which line to pair with your rod? Tell us where you fish, which flies you throw, and whether you prefer floating or sinking lines. We’ll help you choose a rod, reel, and line that work together.

Buying a gift? We can help you narrow down the right setup for the angler on your list.

Email Stephen@kismetoutfitters.com or call 774-549-5921