Close-up of TFO IntraCoastal spinning rod secured on a boat with a lure rigged and ready for inshore fishing.

Top TFO IntraCoastal Rods for Fall Inshore Fishing

As water temperatures cool and baitfish begin to move, fall marks one of the best times of year for inshore anglers. Having the right rod is key to handling everything from finesse presentations to heavy structure work. The all-new TFO IntraCoastal series was designed specifically for saltwater anglers who demand strength, sensitivity, and recovery speed in every cast.

Why the IntraCoastal Series?

Engineered with cutting-edge materials and premium components, the IntraCoastal series delivers purpose-built performance for the inshore environment. Each model is crafted on a fast-action carbon fiber blank that blends sensitivity with lifting power, making it easier to detect subtle strikes while still controlling powerful redfish, snook, and trout. With saltwater-ready hardware and carefully tuned actions, the lineup offers anglers the tools they need for fall fishing success.

Angler casting a TFO IntraCoastal spinning rod during fall inshore fishing

Putting the TFO IntraCoastal to work. Built for strength, sensitivity, and performance on the fall inshore bite.

1. IntraCoastal 693 – Light and Versatile

  • Specs: 6’9″ • Medium Light Power • Fast Action • Lure: 1/8–½ oz • Line: 6–12 lb
  • Why It Works in Fall: Ideal for finesse presentations when fish are pressured or feeding on smaller bait. The 693 (spinning or casting) excels on shallow flats or around mangroves when cooler water slows down the bite.
  • Best Applications: Shrimp imitations, small paddle tails, soft plastics on light jigheads, and subtle walking baits.

2. IntraCoastal 704 – The All-Around Performer

  • Specs: 7′0″ • Medium Power • Fast Action • Lure: ¼–3/4 oz • Line: 8-17 lb
  • Why It Works in Fall: A true workhorse, the 704 has the backbone for slot reds and the sensitivity for speckled trout. Chasing albies this fall? This will be a great option.
  • Want extra distance? Go with the 764 (7’6″). The extra length helps with casting distance in open flats and maintaining line control when fish stage deeper or along oyster edges.
  • Best Applications: Swimbaits, topwaters, spoons, and heavier jig presentations.
Angler setting the hook on a fish with the TFO IntraCoastal 704 rod, the all-around performer for fall inshore fishing.

The IntraCoastal 704 shines as the all-around performer. Balanced for redfish, trout, and a wide range of fall presentations.

3. IntraCoastal 765 – Built for Power

  • Specs: 7′6″ • Medium-Heavy Power • Fast Action • Lure: 3/8-1 oz • Line: 10–20 lb
  • Why It Works in Fall: When bait schools push into channels and predators feed aggressively, this rod provides the range and power to reach them. The 765 offers serious leverage when battling oversized snook or bull reds around structure.
  • Best Applications: Large plugs, heavy jigs, and live bait rigs where maximum lifting strength is needed.

4. IntraCoastal 7106 – The Trophy Hunter

  • Specs: 7′10″ • Mag Heavy Power • Fast Action • Lure: 3/4-5 oz • Line: 15–40 lb
  • Why It Works in Fall: Designed for big fish and big baits, the 7106 Mag H is the hammer of the lineup. When chasing bull redfish, sharks, and nearshore tarpon, this rod gives you the muscle to control fish in tough cover and the length to cast heavy offerings into staging schools.
  • Best Applications: Oversized swimbaits, large topwaters, heavy jigs, and live bait rigs when targeting true trophies.

Final Thoughts

Fall inshore fishing demands rods that can adapt to changing conditions, and the TFO IntraCoastal series delivers at every level. Whether you’re presenting finesse baits to finicky trout, covering water with plugs, or putting the brakes on a trophy redfish, there’s an IntraCoastal model built for the task. Pairing the right rod to the right fall situation gives anglers a clear edge when the bite heats up.

Angler releasing a redfish back into the water after catching it with a TFO IntraCoastal rod

Fall redfish on light tackle with the TFO IntraCoastal.

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