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Fishin Freak

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Backpacking Rods (Telescopic, Multi Piece)
« on: December 20, 2006, 05:39:39 PM »
This season i've decided to get a jump on buying gear before summer rolls around again. What i'm looking for is a trout rod in around the 6-7 foot length that compacts down to about 2 feet or less for easy transportation. One that's probably 3-4 piece might be better quality than a telescopic rod but I don't have much experience with either. It's going to be used on a little abu spinning reel. I'm not wanting to spend much, trying to keep it around $100 since the rod won't have very frequent use. If anyone has any recommendations for compact rods in that price class it would be great! Thanks.
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Re: Backpacking Rods (Telescopic, Multi Piece)
« Reply #1 on: December 20, 2006, 06:24:08 PM »
don't know about spinning rods. fly rods for sure pack down to 4, 5 and 6 pieces...I only got 4 piece models now, easy to pack..
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Re: Backpacking Rods (Telescopic, Multi Piece)
« Reply #2 on: December 20, 2006, 06:53:55 PM »
you may have trouble finding a 3-4pc rod in that price range. Maybe look into a 5' ultra light rod. 2.5' sections and unless you target fish over 6lbs regularly you should be fine.
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Re: Backpacking Rods (Telescopic, Multi Piece)
« Reply #3 on: December 20, 2006, 07:24:40 PM »
Quantum has a 4 piece im7 travel rod .the rod is called Quantum Affinity Pack Rod ,this rod is rated at 6-14  .the lenghth is 6 1/2 feet . the fishing hole has it at $ 49.95 .
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Re: Backpacking Rods (Telescopic, Multi Piece)
« Reply #4 on: December 20, 2006, 10:29:37 PM »
I use a cheapo fly rod, 8 feet , in 3 pieces. Then bring both the fly reel and spinning reel. Casts like Rocky 7's casting couch.
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Re: Backpacking Rods (Telescopic, Multi Piece)
« Reply #5 on: December 21, 2006, 02:21:22 AM »
Definatly another vote for the quantum 4 piece.
I've used it for camping, and taken some decent trout on it, using an Abu Cardinaln spooled with 8 lb test. Set me back $80 though
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Re: Backpacking Rods (Telescopic, Multi Piece)
« Reply #6 on: December 21, 2006, 06:30:46 AM »
I have a backpacking rod that works for both spinning and fly fishing, depending on which way you plug in the butt piece.  Eagle Claw made it.  Comes in an aluminum tube about a foot and a half long.  I don't know what they cost new -- I got it at a garage sale.

Here's a link:  http://www.troutlet.com/Scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=300

Mine is fiberglass--I see the new one is graphite and costs about 40 bucks.
« Last Edit: December 21, 2006, 06:34:06 AM by keithr »
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Re: Backpacking Rods (Telescopic, Multi Piece)
« Reply #7 on: December 21, 2006, 07:08:28 PM »
Thanks peoples, i'll look into those mentioned.
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