Game fishing rods

The variety of rod lengths, powers, and actions means it fits many fishing styles. Durability is the reason why Ugly Stick rods are so popular and this rod has a 7-year limited warranty. Cork handles are great for high sensitivity to allow for small bites to be felt through the rod. The longer pole lengths are advertised as saltwater applicable, but large saltwater reels might not fit into the reel seats.

If you want a rod that is built to last and still have high sensitivity this is a good option. Length: 5-foot to 7-foot 6 inches. Power: Ultra Light to Medium-Heavy. Action: Moderate and Fast.

Croix Triumph is a high-end spinning rod great for freshwater fishing. It will work for saltwater but there is a St. Croix Triumph Insore designed and built for saltwater. These rod tips have a lot of action, making them great for small lures used in creeks and ponds. Make sure to get a rod that is sized appropriately for the target species. The ultra-light rods are great panfish, crappie, and trout.

For serious bass fishing, a medium-light or stiffer rod that is 6-foot or longer should be used. These rods are built with durable sensitive graphite the connects to premium cork handles. It is possible that a tip on the rod will break which would be frustrating on an expensive rod. However, these come with a 5-year limited warranty and St. Croix is known for great customer service. For anglers that really enjoy light tackle fishing with spinning rods this a great rod to use. Construction: One-Piece.

Length: 4-foot 6 inches to 8-foot 6 inches. Action: Fast and Moderate. Croix Premier is marketed as a more affordable entry in their product line. They come in several different lengths starting at 4 foot 6-inch all the way up to an 8 foot 6-inch model. The rods are made with SCII composite graphite fiber blanks cut in and an advanced manufacturing process that allows the action to be highly sensitive.

Croix Premiere is a beautiful rod, lightweight with precision tapering and great action. It is an expensive rod but is not unbreakable so realize you are getting a high-end rod for bass fishing or light tackle inshore fishing.

This is not a surf rod designed to cast 4-ounce weights. It will work great with a fishing line in the pound range. If it does happen to break the good news is it comes with a 5-year limited warranty. These are great rods for everything from bluegill, bass, trout, crappie, walleye, flounder , yellowtail snapper, and small grouper. Specifications Type: Ultra-light Spinning Rod. Length: 5-foot 6 inches and 6-foot 4inches. Power: Ultra Light, Light. Action: Moderate, Fast. Croix Panfish Series Spinning Rods are just about the most sensitive rods ever made for the trout, creek chubs, perch, crappie, or other panfish species.

It has amazing bite detection coupled with high strength making it a fabulous fishing rod for light tackle. Two coats of Flex-Coat finish come standard as with all St. Croix rods for enhanced durability.

While it is a fantastic panfish rod, I would prefer that the guides were bigger and of better material than stainless steel. While they hold up well against any corrosion, stainless steel can develop grooves from braided lines causing the line to fray. However, with smaller line sizes it common to use a monofilament or fluorocarbon line so the stainless steel eyes work well in most cases.

When fishing for smaller species of fish using light tackle really can make it more enjoyable. Also using a thin fishing line and small lures is often the most productive way to catch fish. Having a high-end rod can help in this process to help feel the smallest bite and keep proper tension on the fish. Power: Ultralight. The Okuma Celilo is an above-average quality ultralight rod found at a reasonable price.

Okuma put a lot of work into the design and marketing of this rod for trout fisherman. It has sensitive graphite composite blanks which provide far casting of light lures and fluid range of bending motion. The guide inserts are a step above stainless steel being made with aluminum oxide which holds up against corrosion. It is made with the traditional style spinning reel seat and had cork grips.

The two-piece model is nice when traveling and for putting in a car to always have on hand when driving around. It is multi-species versatile and is ultra-light which makes it a thrill when catching hard-fighting freshwater fish like smallmouth bass.

These rods are durable and have an incredible amount of sensitivity for bite detection, and for the money are a great rod to use for light tackle fishing. Another nice feature is the hook keeper near the handles which allows fluorocarbon leaders to be longer without the line to line knot passing through the eyes.

Action: Moderate, Mod Fast, Fast. The shorter of the two is a one-piece stick, while the 5 foot 6-inch version comes as a two-piece setup. It has a Fuji reel seat which provides an ergonomic comfy grip that is a hybrid of cork and EVA foam. This ultralight setup can be used as a freshwater or saltwater rod. The aesthetics, feel, and balance of the rod are all very nice. These rods are fairly stiff for a given power rating and are intended for light tackle fishing.

Overall this is an average quality rod. The reel seat has a tendency to work itself loose during use. I have a habit to check this as a charter captain to make sure the reel does once come off for the clients. All in all, this an average quality rod for freshwater or inshore light tackle fishing at a reasonable price. Action: Fast, Moderate, Moderate fast. The Fenwick HMG is versatile from panfish to small tarpon. It has a sea-guide reel seat with a locking design that securely seats almost any reel.

The Fuji line guides have Alconite inserts that hold up well during saltwater use and work great with braided and monofilament lines. The premium-grade cork handles are beautiful on this rod, and Fenwick makes some of the best looking cork grips around on all of their rods. There is a wide range of power available in these rods make them applicable for all kinds of fishing. The actions, too, are finely tuned. These rods are a joy to use from catching trout to snook. For the price, this is a good value, and the high performance and durability in them might convince you to get a few more.

Power: Medium, Med Heavy, Heavy. The rod blank is IM7 Toray carbon fiber, built with an x wrapping process to reduce weight and increase strength and sensitivity. If you are not familiar IM ratings they describe the sensitivity of a rod. These ratings are not calibrated between brands however most rods with IM ratings are going to going to be highly sensitive and great for feeling small bites.

It has Fuji ling guides with two points of contact between the frame and inserts for increased durability. The golf-style grips allow for sure handling and comfort. Piscifun advertises these rods as tournament-level performance, and they did put in some nice work in making them a fun rod to use for the avid fisherman.

The quality treated epoxy and anti-line twist top guide help in reducing the likelihood of the front tip breaking. They do feel a little stiffer than they should, or what a higher-grade pole would at the same specifications.

The weight of them is also a bit on the heavy side, and I doubt too many tournament anglers would want to lift this over their heads for eight hours. That being said it is a decent rod for the money due to its durability and high sensitivity. Length: 7-foot and 7-foot 6 inches. Action: Moderate Fast, Fast.

The Duckett Fishing Inshore Series are awesome spinning rods to use for freshwater or saltwater fishing. Made with Sensi-Touch blanks using pre-impregnated composite fibers, it strikes a top-of-the-line balance between being light and durable.

Duckett halo-sands each blank for increased sensitivity, too. The craftsmanship is obvious just from the true parabolic bend, which provides the best you can ask for when it comes to castability and increased hookups.

It is built to last all around, from the premium cork-handled base to the Fuji line guides with Alconite inserts. Duckett is a trusted company and this premium rod is a bit more expensive than others but is built to last in all fishing conditions. Construction: Three-Piece. Length: 7-foot. Material: IM8 graphite 3-piece. The Offshore Angler Ocean Master Travel spinning rod is for anglers who want to travel or backpack with a high-performance rod.

It is made with 3-piece IM8 blanks built with carbon coil technology for increased strength. Fuji line guides with Alconite inserts make for better casting performance. The traditional graphite reel seats help to keep the weight low while. It has a rigid lightweight travel case to protect the rod during transport. Each rod section is 28 inches in length. Having a good travel rod can be more important than having a one-piece rod. Once pice rods are difficult to bring when driving in a car, flying on a plane, or even on a hiking trip.

There is always a chance that you will find some water or want to explore some fisheries along a hiking route. This model by Offshore Angler is a really good option for anywhere, though it is specifically made for coastal waters. The graphite is good quality for strength and durability, and the guides provide the same castability and corrosion resistance you would get in a good quality one-piece set up.

Having IM8 blanks also allows for high sensitivity in a 3-piece setup. The rod has the backbone for big fish, but it is a little stiff. I would recommend going with the medium power if you want to use it in freshwater waterways. Specification Type: Saltwater Spinning Rod. Length: 5 Foot to 9 Foot. Material: Graphite and Fiberglass. The Ugle Stick GX2 is a spinning rod made for saltwater fishing. It has stainless steel eyes without inserts which can cause a braided line to fray over time.

For this reason, it is recommended to use a monofilament line with this rod. A braided line will work but the braid may dig into the steel over time which can cause rough-surfaces that cause the line fray. Ugly Stik is a legendary brand that still holds up to the hype in its modern GX2 form. The strength of these rods are famous and that has not been lost. The GX2 has found a balance between sensitivity and durability, combining graphite with fiberglass for overall better performance.

With comfortable EVA grips and two-piece construction, it is easy to handle and transport. The clear tip end responds well to any small nibble, and the stainless steel guides fight off rust and corrosion. The mass-production of the Ugly Stik comes with pros and cons. The pros are that this rod fits into several different fishing styles and techniques, in both fresh and saltwater applications. The modest price adds to its value. The biggest con is the stainless steel eyes as discussed.

If there is any issue the rod does come with a 7-year warranty which can help take away any worries. Specifications Type: Saltwater Spinning Rod. Action: Moderate. Power: Medium, Medium Heavy, Heavy. The Ugly Stick Tiger Elite is a good mid-size saltwater spinning reel. While the one-piece stainless steel guides are fairly corrosion-resistant, the biggest problem comes from the damage they might take from braided lines.

Thin braided lines can leave grooves in the eyes which can eventually fray and cut your fishing line. So this is another rod that is good to use with a monofilament fishing line. Ugly Stik likely uses the stainless eyes due to the durability and elimination of the inserters coming resulting in a broken rod.

However, with the popularity of braided lines, I am surprised the rod does not and ceramic inserts. I know a lot of people who really enjoy fishing with the Ugly Stik brand, and I have seen them hold up to some serious use. The action on this particular model is designed for jetty and plug fishing, but it works pretty well in different settings and styles, like pulling up big cats from freshwater lakes and streams.

Shakespeare, who makes the Ugly Stik, put some thought into being able to market this pole as very multi-species applicable so it will work for a wide range and styles of fishing. Length: 6-foot to 7-foot 6 inches. Action: Moderate, Moderate Fast. Power: Heavy, Medium-Heavy. This Penn Carnage II boat spinning rod can handle just about any saltwater fish. A great feature of this rod is the Fuji K guides with Alconite inserts which make this a great reel to use with braided lines.

What makes this a boat rod is that it has an aluminum gimbal that secures the pole in a rod holder or fighting belt. A cap can be placed on the butt to make it more comfortable to use without a fighting belt.

There are also Penn Carnage II jigging and surf fishing rods that come with a rubber butt. It is made with SLS3 composite blanks topped with layers of glass and carbon fibers. This is a stiff strong spinning rod that is also sensitive when jigging or using live baits.

Spinning reels today are smaller yet can apply high drag pressure. This coupled with the high line capacity of braid makes it so sharks and large tuna can be caught on spinning rods. This stiffness of these rods allows for a good balance of lifting power and shock absorption in a fight with large fish. While the price may seem expensive if you are targeting large fish is it important to have the right tackle that will be able to catch them. Specifications Type: Baitcasting Rod.

Power: Med, Med Heavy, Heavy. Croix Mojo Bass is a top-quality baitcasting rod used mostly for freshwater bass fishing. It comes in one-piece and two-piece versions with power and rod tip actions for every type of lure and style of fishing. If you do not know exactly what rod you want a 7-foot medium-heavy power with fast tip action is a great all-around bass fishing rod.

There are rods that allow for delicate casting of light lures and rod stiff enough to cast heavy Alabama or umbrella rigs. The rod is made of graphite and has aluminum-oxide insets in the eyes. This makes it a good rod to use with monofilament or braided lines.

Other features include a hook ring near the handle and a quality cork handle. It might seem expensive for a freshwater rod but you are sure to get years of use out of it since it has a 5-year limited warranty.

If you do a lot of fishing with a baitcasting reel this is a great rod to help make the most out of your time on the water. Loomis E6X Bass rods have 11 different rod styles with various lengths, power ratings, and tip actions. Each rod is categorized as being ideal with a certain type of lure.

For baitcasting rods, this includes swimbait, spinnerbait, flipping, jig-worm, crankbait, and the popular mag bass. Spinning rod configurations include shaky head, spin jig, drop shot and jig-worm. In reality, these rod classifications are just based on rod length, sensitivity, and stiffness. It is not uncommon for a serious bass fisherman to have four or more rods each ready to go with specific types of lures. When trolling around the lake certain ledges may be better or a heavy jig and then a shallow area may be better for soft plastic work.

Having multiple rods saves time since lures do not have changed and the best rod and reel setup can be used based on the lure weight. These rods are designed for heavy-duty use, and not only bass anglers enjoy them. Musky and pike fishermen, as well as saltwater anglers have found them able to hold up to tough elements while delivering great performance.

These rods work great with braided lines, with aluminum oxide inserts, Fuji guides, and Fuji reel seats. Other features include cork handles and consistent wall thickness for high strength for the entire length of the rod. Specifications Type: Baitcasting or Spinning Rod. Construction: Two-Piece. These rods have sizes that are good for freshwater fishing and many of the Crixus rods are made for bass fishing.

The rods will work for inshore and reef saltwater fishing but realize these are bass size rods that will catch fish up to around 20 pounds. The IM6 blanks have a high-density graphite core inside of carbon tape for reinforcement, which comes out to an average weight rod with good sensitivity.

The guides are stainless steel with Zirconium Oxide ring inserts, which is a nice ceramic material against corrosion and works well with monofilament and braided line. It has slip-resistant EVA grips and the back handle has a water-wicking surface to help keep the grip dry.

The spinning rods come in some thoughtful power modes, from light to heavy, which are all set at a reasonable price. The grips and the balance also feel good, and the casting is great. This is the initial impression when first tried. However, a closer inspection shows some manufacturing defects could be present. The one I tried had a tip misaligned with the rest of the rod and the last guide also was loose, and eventually fell off.

Another issue users have is the tip breaking, sometimes on the first day of use. Action: Moderate, and Fast. The rods have Winn Grips with patented Dri-Tac technology split grips you recognize all the time at the lake. The custom guide system prevents wind knots and makes for better casting.

This is especially important when casting light lures. Besides the great castability, the TP1 line is technique specific. Being that these are rods are made with high-quality blanks, they are a great option for an angler looking for a higher level performance out of their baitcasting rod. Power: Medium Heavy, Heavy. Abu Garcia Veritas baitcasting rods are made in Ton graphite blanks with SubLayer Armor, a composite that helps increase the strength while decreasing weight.

The reel seat tightens from the bottom on the exposed blank creating a secure connection with great sensitivity. Titanium alloy line guides with Zirconium inserts are durable and light, while the ROCS guide train helps to cast lighter lures further. High-density EVA grips feel good and give great control. This would also make a great first baitcasting rod. Veritas rods are a workhorse and have good sensitivity and power for pitching jigs, dragging worms, chunking frogs, or the deepest cover style of fishing.

It is a little pricey for an entry-level, and there are rods not much more expensive with better sensitivity and hook setting power, but this rod will last a long time if taken care of. Related Article: 27 Best Baitcasting Reels. Specifications Type: Baitcasting and Spinning Rods. Action: Reaction, Fast. The Daiwa Tutula Elite Series has over 25 different variations of rod type, length, power, and action.

There are both baitcasting and spinning rods in the series all of which are geared toward bass fishing. The rods are categorized by lure type or style including long cast frog, worm-jig, swimbait, search bait, crankbait, topwater, flipping, spinning, and universal. Daiwa had several top tournament bass anglers custom design these rods and made high-performance blacks to meet their requirements. These rods are durably under the rigors of day in day out, heavy-duty use.

The guides are made with carbon frames with aconite ring inserts which help make the rods rigid, sensitive, and have low line friction. Although designed for bass fishing the corrosion-resistant guides and EVA foam handles make it a good rod for saltwater fishing as well. Specifications Type: Telescopic Spinning Rod.

Length: 6-foot 6 inches to 8 feet. Action: Mod Fast, Fast. This Kastking Blackhawk II offers telescopic baitcasting and spinning rods. The extended lengths range from 6-foot 6 inches to 8-foot which are perfect sizes for bass fishing. There are also inshore baitcasting and spinning models for saltwater use. When possible rinse the rod with freshwater after using it in saltwater. Telescoping rods technology has gotten much better and these rods fish very similarly to on-piece rods.

The blanks are made with layers of carbon and the floating line guides improve rod stiffness and bend when under tension. The handle is very similar to traditional rods and features graphite reel seats and EVA handles. The Blackhawk II has a collapses length of less than two feet making it a great rod for backpacking, hiking and traveling. Collapsing and extending is not overly difficult but should be extending or collapsing each section starting at the base.

Pulling from the tip or swinging the rod open like a lightsaber will not properly secure each section. If you notice the rod is dirty make sure to clean it off with water or a damp cloth. Related Article: 17 Best Telescopic Rods. The Plusinno telescopic rod comes as a combo with both the rod and reel.

The rod comes in four different lengths ranging from 5-foot 9 inches to 8-foot 8 inches. A size reel is provided regardless of rod length. This is a good reel size for bass fishing or light tackle saltwater fishing. It is constructed with carbon fiber and fiberglass. The reel seat is a light, corrosion-resistant machined aluminum, and the guides are stainless steel with Zirconium oxide ring insets. There is an option for a kit that comes with a nice travel case that holds the rod, reel, and some tackle.

To fit in the case the reel handle has to be removed but this is a quick process that does not require any tools. This is not a high-end rod or reel but is durable and works great to catch fish when traveling. Specifications Type: Surf Spinning Rod. Construction: Two-Piece, Four-Piece.

Length: 9 foot to 15 foot. Power: Med Heavy, Heavy. Action: Moderate Fast. These Fiblink surf fishing rods come in two-piece to four-piece. Surf rods have to belong in order to achieve far casting distances. One problem this creates is transporting long rods. Having a four-piece option makes this much more manageable.

The two-piece rod comes in total rod lengths from 9-foot to foot. While the four-piece rod comes in lengths from foot to foot and break down into section lengths from 3. Surf fishing rods need to be strong to cast heavyweights but still flexible to load up and spring the weight a further distance. If you want to know how to improve your fishing rod in New World then everything will become very clear to you shortly.

If you want to know where to buy fishing rods in New World, the only place to do so is at the Trading Post. Perks can be added by mixing Azoth into the recipe. You only need to be Level 4 to equip the Treated Wood Fishing Pole, meaning almost every player on the game should be able to equip it by the time they actually get round to using it.

It cost me coins but this was during the Beta and pricing in every world and every server is different. I browsed the cheapest options and bought the Aged Wood Fishing Pole with the best perks; mine has Lucky Day I and Freshwater Colossus I, meaning I catch a small number of better fish in the daytime and a small number of larger fish in freshwater. Combining these with Firefly Bait, which gives a large boost to catching better fish, should result in a much higher success rate of catching bigger, rarer fish overall.

Due to the difficulty of engineering, anything better than Tier 3 is going to be a little pricey to buy. The basic Tier 5 fishing pole already has a potential gear score of and it can fit up to 4 perks too. If you want to know how to get a legendary fishing rod in New World, the only way to get these legendary fishing poles is by finishing the whole fishing quest chain.

The quest starts with Fishing With Shields and the rest will follow. Most of these fishing quests require you to fish which should be time-consuming. None of them are hard, but it will take you a few days to finish the whole fishing chain quests. The legendary New World fishing rod mentioned also belong to Tier 5, but with unique perks and mods. If you want to make money out of fishing, this will be the pinnacle. There are three types of special resources on fishing poles in New World but you can only use a maximum of one per pole crafted.