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Specifications
| SKU | DS822-Blend |
|---|---|
| Action | X-Fast |
| Butt diameter | 0.54 in |
| Classification | Freshwater |
| Color | Slate |
| Fishing technique | Drop Shot |
| Length | 82 in |
| Line weight | 6-14 lb. |
| Lure weight | 1/4 - 3/8 oz. |
| Material | 45MM Toray Fiber |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Power | Med-Light |
| Tip size | 4 |
| Weight | 1.9 oz |
About MHX
MHX rod building blanks are the culmination of decades of combined experience in fishing rod manufacturing, custom rod building and fishing. Incorporating a series of advanced material & manufacturing techniques, application-specific designs, and warranty innovations, MHX has become the benchmark for quality and performance.
Limited Lifetime Warranty
If it is determined that your blank is within the designated warranty period and failed due to a defect in material or workmanship your rod blank will be replaced for the warranty service fee which includes Shipping/handling.
These warranties are limited to the repair or replacement of the rod blank and does not cover rod components.

MHX Drop Shot Rod Blanks
Product Details
MHX Drop Shot Rod Blanks – Stealthy Finesse, Reliable Backbone
When it comes to finesse fishing, subtle presentation and continuous contact are everything—and MHX Drop Shot Rod Blanks are dialed in to deliver exactly that. Crafted from high-grade graphite, this series is meticulously engineered with soft tip flex for heightened bite detection and bait sensitivity, while still providing the mid and butt strength needed to drive the hook home and control the fight. Whether you’re vertical fishing deep structure or targeting pressured bass in clear water, these blanks give you the tools to out-fish the competition with surgical precision.
Available in a smooth Slate finish and select metallic colors for your custom build.
Key Features:
- Soft, responsive tip flex perfect for drop shotting and finesse rigs
- High-grade graphite construction for ultra-lightweight feel and extreme sensitivity
- Strong butt section for confident hooksets and fish control
- Offered in signature Slate Finish with premium metallic color options
Perfect For:
- Drop shot rigs, finesse tubes, and small worms
- Deep water vertical presentations or suspended fish
- Clear water and post-front conditions where subtlety wins
Target Species:
- Largemouth Bass
- Smallmouth Bass
- Spotted Bass
- Crappie (finesse vertical techniques)
Engineered for the highest level finesse performance, MHX Drop Shot blanks help you detect more bites, make more subtle presentations, and ultimately catch more fish.

Get More with MHX
- Protective packet
- MHX blank spec decal
- Individually serialized decal
- MHX sticker
- Cleaning wipe
- Tip protector

Individual Serial Numbers

Limited Lifetime Warranty
MHX Drop Shot Rod Blanks
Featured Technology

MHX 45 Million Modulus Toray Fiber
Toray 12K Intermediate modulus Fiber of 42-47 million modulus with 853 ksi and an Ultra Resin System.

Ultra Resin System
Hard resin formula works to boost rod blank material's impact resistance, sensitivity, and overall straightness.
Warning: California's Proposition 65
Proposition 65 Warning
CA WARNING.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to https://www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Product Chart
DS820 / 6'10" / 4-8 lb. / Slate
DS820 / 6'10" / 4-8 lb. / Slate
DS821 / 6'10" / 6-12 lb. / Slate
DS821 / 6'10" / 6-12 lb. / Slate
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Slate
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Slate
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / White
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / White
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Black Pearl
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Black Pearl
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Blue
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Blue
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Copper
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Copper
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Green
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Green
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Gunsmoke
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Gunsmoke
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Light Blue
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Light Blue
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Lime Green
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Lime Green
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Pink
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Pink
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Purple
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Purple
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Red
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Red
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Seafoam
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Seafoam
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Silver
DS822 / 6'10" / 6-14 lb. / Metallic Silver
DS823 / 6'10" / 8-17 lb. / Slate
DS823 / 6'10" / 8-17 lb. / Slate
Files & Documents
Love how this Rod feels, the weight is great both for Drop Shop and for Trolling.
MHX is the best balance of light weight, sensitivity, back bone for good hook up ratio and enough play to keep the fish hooked. Great, well-built rod blanks!
I have built several different types of rods for Walleye and this is by far my favorite all around rod for many different presentations from jigs, swimbaits or drop shot fishing. I use the DS 822 because it is ML with XF tip with a great feel even when the bite is light. I have both spinning and casting in this blank that are my go-to and several of my customers have used one of my demos and immediately ordered one for me to build for them. One of my very favorites, especially for the price.
Very versatile I bought 3 of them so far
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