⦁Length: 8'5"
⦁Sections: 4 pcs
⦁Closed Length: 69 cm (fits inside a suitcase)
⦁Weight: Approx. 245 g
⦁Power / Action: Heavy / Fast Taper (slightly Regular-oriented)
⦁Lure Weight: 7–60 g
⦁Grip Length: 33.5 cm below reel seat
⦁Line Rating:
⦁PE #0.8–2.5
⦁Fluorocarbon 8–40 lb
⦁Balance: Designed to balance near the handle when paired with a reel
⦁Includes a dedicated semi-hard rod case
⦁Size: 77 cm × 11 cm
⦁Holds approximately five pack rods
We wanted to create a rod dedicated to Rockfish fishing, with a strong emphasis on bottom-contact techniques.
When the COCO77 was released a few years ago, it left a lasting impression on many anglers.
We were thrilled to receive countless reports from users who landed memorable trophy fish with it.
At nearly the same time the COCO77 was being developed, another project was already underway—the rod that has finally become the COCO85.
With these two rods together, anglers can now enjoy virtually every bottom-fishing scenario across Japan without compromise.
Rockfish fishing encompasses a wide variety of environments.
Breakwaters, tetrapods, rocky shorelines, surf zones, and even offshore boat fishing all present unique challenges.
While fishing extensively with the COCO77, many anglers likely found themselves wishing for just a little more:
“A bit more casting distance.”
“A little more power.”
“The ability to confidently battle fish around high tetrapods and rugged rocky structures.”
The COCO85 was developed specifically to eliminate those remaining blind spots.
Its 8'5" length was carefully chosen to provide that extra advantage.
Throughout 2024, Genkiman subjected the COCO85 to intensive testing across virtually every type of rockfish fishing scenario.
From Hokkaido to Okinawa, the rod was refined through repeated field testing in a wide range of environments.
The result is a rod that delivers exactly that “little bit more” anglers have been asking for.
The COCO85 is finally here.
Features of the COCO85：
The COCO Series currently consists of two models: the COCO77 and the COCO85.
Although they belong to the same family, they possess distinctly different personalities.
In fact, having these two rods would allow anglers to cover nearly every rockfish fishing situation throughout Japan. (Exceptionally large species such as giant grouper are beyond their intended range.)
Compared to the COCO77, the COCO85 features one step higher power.
While its specifications may suggest a powerful rod, it never feels overly stiff or cumbersome in hand.
It remains highly manageable, easy to control, and free from excessive tip-heaviness.
Most notably, casting distance has been dramatically improved.
The blank loads smoothly from the tip through the belly section, allowing lures to be launched effortlessly with minimal casting force.
When an unexpected trophy fish strikes, the rod provides ample lifting power and confidence.
At the same time, the blank bends progressively under load, maintaining excellent fish-fighting characteristics.
For rods focused on rockfish applications, we strongly favor a Fast Taper design.
Compared to the COCO77, however, the COCO85 adopts a slightly more Regular-oriented Fast Taper.
This improves casting accuracy while maintaining excellent lure control.
The slightly more moderate action also makes it highly effective for steady-retrieve techniques using jig heads and similar presentations, resulting in an exceptionally versatile rod with virtually no weak points.
Target Species：
Like the COCO77, the CANARIA COCO85 is not designed around a single target species.
Instead, it is built for anything that lives and feeds near the bottom.
Although rockfish fishing served as the foundation of its development, the ultimate target species are entirely up to the angler.
Any bottom-oriented predator in your local waters can become a target for the COCO85.
The rod underwent extensive testing throughout Japan, from Okinawa in the south to Hokkaido in the north.
Originally, Genkiman intended it primarily for rockfish fishing in the Seto Inland Sea.
However, as development progressed, its capabilities naturally expanded to encompass a wide range of bottom-dwelling species.
During testing, saltwater catches included:
⦁Kijihata
⦁Omonhata
⦁Akahata
⦁Aohata
⦁Kajika
⦁Ainame
⦁Kurosoi
⦁Takenoko Mebaru
as well as numerous other rockfish species.
It also performs exceptionally well for flatfish species such as:
⦁Japanese Flounder (Hirame)
⦁Bartail Flathead (Magochi)
In freshwater applications, species such as Largemouth Bass and virtually any other bottom-oriented fish are well within its range.
