Fishing rods 7 meters

Telescopic

Salmo Diamond Travel Pole 5441-300

pros

Folded only 42 cm
High-quality telescopic mechanism
Weight 75 g
Quality materials
Relatively low cost

Minuses

Not very comfortable handle

From 1,755 RUR

A mid-class fishing rod, made in the form of a spinning rod with nine sections made of durable carbon fiber. When folded, the length is only 42 cm, and when unfolded it is 3 m. This rod is enough for fishing even in difficult conditions. There are durable rings made of reliable material.

VOLZHANKA Mini 4.5 m with rings (010-0063)

pros

Length
Compactness
Versatility
Reliable build
Low price

Minuses

Perceptible weight
Not a very good case
When folded, the rings are loose

From 1,700 ₽

A 4.5 m long rod for fishing from the shore or from a boat. The model is versatile enough for everyday use. Very compact: only 0.84 m. Easy to carry and store. Consists of 7 sections made of composite material with fiberglass. With all this, the weight of the device is 368 g.

Plug

Salmo Sniper Feeder 90 4111-360

pros

Flexible rod
High quality build
Suitable for catching large fish
Easily handles long casts

Minuses

Weight

From 3,423 ₽

A plug rod made of 4 sections with three tips, folding out to a total length of 3.6 m. When folded, the length is 1.27 m. The composite blank provides sufficient strength and flexibility even when catching very large and heavy fish. The cork handle provides a secure grip. The action of the rod is medium-fast, and the weight is 279 g.

Nautilus Crossblade CBS722M

pros

Ease
Durable form made of quality material
Comfortable handle
Reliable rings included

Minuses

May not be long enough

From 2,365 RUR

Spinning fishing rod for everyday use in intensive mode. The length is small: only 2.19 m. But for most fishing tasks this is enough. The plug design folds the rod approximately in half. The blank is made of reliable carbon fiber and can withstand heavy loads along the line. Comes with high quality rings. An excellent quality rod for catching carp and crucian carp with optimal casting range.

Daiwa Morethan Branzino 109ML

Another fishing rod from the Japanese company Daiwa.

Characteristics:

this model is designed for long-distance casting from the shore;
a powerful butt helps to catch fish even in very strong currents;
The V-connection distributes the load evenly throughout the form;
complex stand;
custom design of reel holder and handle;
original rings in a titanium frame;
the body is made of a unique carbon fiber developed by the company;
length – 3.28 m, and weight – 160 g;
number of sections – 2.

The cost of such a fishing rod is $742 or 46,970 rubles.

Having familiarized yourself with the list of the most expensive fishing rods, you can understand that fishing is sometimes very expensive. But when a man loves his hobby, he doesn’t mind paying quite a lot of money for a fishing rod, because this is the main item necessary for fishing, and it must be of high quality.

Fly feathers

Mikado X-Plode Pole 600

pros

Low cost
long length
Durable materials
Reliability

Minuses

No rings included
A bit heavy

From 700 ₽

Fly model with a blank made of composite material. Consists of 6 sections, which when unfolded give a length of 6 meters. When folded, the length does not exceed 1.18 m. The model weighs 386 g, which makes it easy to use for a long time. An excellent model for little money.

SHIMANO CATANA EX TE 2-600 (CATEXTE260)

pros

Almost imperceptible heaviness
Great design
High build quality
Reliability
Suitable for any fish

Minuses

Not a very good case
High price

From 12,000 ₽

An expensive ultra-light class rod with a length of 5.9 m. The transport length is almost 1.35 m. The folding mechanism is telescopic, consisting of 6 sections. The blank is made of innovative carbon fiber, which ensures reliability, durability and high strength of the rod. The kit includes a case for storage and carrying. The model is of very high quality, but is also one of the most expensive in its class.

The best float rods without rings (fly rods)

Amundson San Marco Pole 700

Rating: 4.9

This “stick” is very rare for Russia - it is used mainly by fans of exclusives, or real professionals. Its length is 7 meters and its weight does not exceed 300 grams. The telescopic design allows you to fold the fishing rod up to 143 centimeters.

Surely many may have a question regarding the strength characteristics. The rod test is approximately 3-9 grams, however, we do not recommend fishing at the upper limit, especially if you are not very good at distinguishing a weak bite from a simple swing of the float. This version of the rod is suitable for fishing near-shore zones, and is intended for small-medium sized fish.

Advantages

excellent quality;
included in a large line of fishing rods in length (from 4 to 9 meters);
great popularity among users and experts;
easy to handle.

Flaws

high price.

SHIMANO CATANA EX TE 2-700

Rating: 4.8

An ultralight rod SHIMANO CATANA EX TE 2-700 with a test weight of 2-8 grams stopped a step behind the leader. Its length is 6.9 meters, and it is mainly used for catching small fish. In transport condition, its length does not exceed 135 centimeters, and its weight is 260 grams. The rod blank is made of carbon/carbon fiber XT40.

When buying an EX TE 2-700 you will also not find guides, therefore it is made specifically for fly casting. The telescopic telescope comes with a branded case, and the operation is covered by a 6-month warranty.

Advantages

light weight;
simplicity and ease of use;
reliability and build quality.

Flaws

high price.

MAXIMUS SORCERER 600 6M POLE

Rating: 4.7

A medium-fast action fly rod with a length of 6 meters. Made from IMF carbon fiber and carbon fiber, and divided into 6 sections. The transport length is 118 centimeters, and the weight does not exceed 372 grams.

The convenience of the MAXIMUS SORCERER 600 6M POLE is ensured by the anti-slip handle, and the protective plug is responsible for wear resistance. The rod blank is made of carbon, and the whip can withstand enormous overloads and makes it possible to catch large river fish.

Advantages

comfortable grip, ergonomics;
reliability of the canvas;
Backlashes in sections appear after a significant period of operation.

Flaws

slightly blurred bite sensations.

Daiwa Ninja Telepole 600

Rating: 4.6

The 6-meter fly rod from Daiwa is a very popular fishing device in Russia. It has 6 sections and folds down to transport up to 117 centimeters. Its weight is 311 grams, and the safety margin is enough to catch a heavy fish. The main thing is not to overdo it with fishing. The carbon whip bends well, but if you put too much stress on it, it will readily break in the last third of its length.

Let's talk about the price of the Daiwa Ninja Telepole 600. Against the backdrop of a general rise in prices, the float rod has risen in price by 10-15% to 5.5 thousand rubles. It is quite expensive, but many sites offer very good discounts. When ordering online, you can find options for 4 and even 3.5 thousand rubles.

Advantages

good workmanship;
carbon strength along the entire length of the rod;
lightness (311 g);
Ease of use.

Flaws

high retail price.

Bolognese

Salmo Elite BOLOGNESE MEDIUM M 500 (5503-500)

pros

The rod is long
Easy to fold and unfold
Ease
Innovative reel seat

Minuses

Fragile rings

From 3,000 ₽

High-quality Bolognese fishing rod with medium-fast action. The length when unfolded is 5 m, when folded – 1.23 m. At the same time, the weight of the structure does not exceed 215 g. Such parameters make it easy to use the model for a very long time. The carbon fiber blank consists of five sections. The CLIP UP reel seat allows you to quickly and securely attach the reel to your fishing rod.

DAIWA SWEEPFIRE BOLO (SWV-60G-AR)

pros

Flexible rod
Well absorbs jerks
Can be used with a regular reel
High quality

Minuses

It's hard to stay suspended for a long time
Extra extra rings

From 3,000 ₽

A very convenient rod with a length of 5.94 m. Weight is 410 g. It will be quite difficult to use for a long time without a special slingshot. Your hands will quickly get tired and fishing will turn into torture. The fishing rod is equipped with 9 reliable rings. Moreover, some of them are not used, but can interfere with the movement of the fishing line.

Float

Salmo Blaster TELE PIKE 420 (3124-420)

pros

Low cost
Nice appearance
Can be used with heavy baits
Nice rings

Minuses

The model is quite heavy
Not very comfortable handle

From 1,100 ₽

A float rod from a well-known manufacturer with the ability to use baits weighing up to 100 g. At the same time, the rod itself weighs almost 490 g, which can complicate its use without additional supporting equipment. It consists of five sections that extend to a total length of 4.2 m. When folded, the length is 1.18 m.

Maximus Wizard Bolo WTEGT450

pros

The strongest fishing rods

Fishing in serious bodies of water or fishing at sea requires the use of strong fishing rods. With them you can not be afraid of a heavy load on the rod and catch fish of any breed and size.

For example, the following manufacturers can boast of strong fishing rods:

• Mikado. Japanese manufacturer using Polish-made parts. Strong fishing rods are produced in the Fish Hunter Sea, Tsubame Sea, Cat Territory, Norway Quest Fighter, and Surfcast Storm series.

• Volzhanka. This manufacturer produces durable fishing rods of either variable length - the Titan series (180 - 240 cm), and strong four-piece fishing rods for the most serious fish - the Trophy series.

• Colmik. An Italian brand that produces fishing rods from high-tech composites. It’s not for nothing that Colmik works closely with Japanese laboratories. Strong fishing rods can be found in the Orange, Seppia, Panter Tataki, Panter Bolentino, Fragolino series.

Power rods of these brands cost from 1,500 to 15,000 rubles approximately.

5 meter

MIKADO PRINCESS 500 (WA-174 500)

pros

Ease
Thin handle, very pleasant to the touch
Strength
Quite flexible

Minuses

No hook ring

From 4,400 ₽

An excellent device for those who do not have very large hands. Suitable for children. The fishing rod is equipped with a comfortable thin handle made of pleasant-to-touch material. When folded, the structure has a length of 1.31 m. Using a telescopic mechanism, it can easily be expanded to 5 meters. The carbon blank ensures reliable retention of prey even of heavy weight.

Salmo Bolognese 500 (5550-500)

pros

Relief rings available
Light weight
Length
Functionality
Good elasticity

Minuses

Fragile rings

From 5,000 ₽

A five-meter fishing rod weighing 200 g. This weight was achieved thanks to the use of innovative materials, including carbon fiber and carbon. The fast action rod is equipped with standard guides, as well as three relief guides. The CLIP UP reel seat allows you to quickly attach the reel to the rod. The product is capable of working with baits weighing from 2 to 15 g.

Fly rod design

The basic design of a fly rod is a rod without a reel seat and guides. As a rule, the fishing rod is of a telescopic type. Less often - plug-in.

Fly rods are light. It is important. After all, it is in one fell swoop that the fish is cast and removed from the water. This is difficult to do with a heavy fishing rod.

The design of the fly rod consists of knees. They come in different lengths. The number and length of the legs determine not only the total working length of the fly rod, but also its performance when hunting for a particular type of fish. The longer each individual leg (and the fewer the number of legs, respectively), the more sensitive the rod is to contact.

You can buy a fly rod in one of four types: small, medium or long rod, or sports rod.

Small length fly rod

This category of fly rods includes blanks from 2.5 to 5 meters. A 5 meter fly rod is suitable for catching small fish. As a rule, the weight of potential prey is limited to 300-400 grams. The total weight of a small fly rod starts from about 90 grams and does not exceed 130 grams.

Such rods are most often used in float sports. This is due to the limited space at float competitions.

Medium length fly rod

Mid-length fly rods include blanks from 5 to 7 meters. You can catch fish weighing up to 2 kg with them. The weight of the structure itself is no more than 240-250 grams.

The whip of such fishing rods is usually thin and glued. And definitely composite. Such fishing rods are widespread among amateur fishermen, but those who already have some fishing experience.

Long fly rod

Flying rods with a working length of more than 7 meters are classified as long. When using them, you can safely hunt fish weighing up to 3 kg. The weight of long fly rods does not exceed 400 grams.

Using long rods you can hunt fish far from the shore. Or for fish at great depths. It is further and deeper from the shore that the fish species that are most attractive to fishermen live.

Sports fly rods

Fly sport fishing rods stand in a separate group. These fishing rods can be of short, medium or long length. But there is something that is typical for all sports “swings” - a rigid structure and ultra-light weight. This combination of quality characteristics gives carbon fiber as part of the base material.

6 meter

Salmo Elite BOLOGNESE MEDIUM M 600 (5503-600)

pros

Very light weight
Durable materials
Relatively low cost
Provides very accurate casting
Good spool holder

Minuses

Large transport dimensions

From 3,500 ₽

Telescopic rod consisting of 6 sections. Made from durable carbon fiber that can withstand heavy line loads. The Bologna rod belongs to the middle class with a medium-fast action. The folded length is 1.23 m. The weight does not exceed 289 g. For such dimensions it is very small.

DAIWA MEGAFORCE BOLO 600 (MFV-60G-AR)

pros

Durable rings included
Nice design
Easy to fold and unfold
Reliability

Minuses

High price
Perceptible weight

From 5,200 ₽

This model is distinguished by the presence in the set of very high-quality aluminum oxide rings, presented in the amount of 9 pieces. The telescopic mechanism consists of 6 sections and folds the rod up to 1.26 m. When unfolded, the length is 6 meters. The fishing rod is designed to work with baits up to 30 g. Moreover, the weight of the structure itself is 355 g.

How to choose a telescopic fishing rod

You can select the best telescopic fishing rods if you have information on the working properties of the material from which the gear is made and according to the criteria of the planned fishing or those conditions that are most likely to occur during fishing. When deciding on a purchase, they study the markings applied to the form in the area of the first and second bends, where a reliable manufacturer will give out the full parameters of the gear. It is also worth unfolding the rod to its full length and visually inspecting the product for cracks in the material of the knees and chips in the ring liners. The rigidity of the rod is checked by shaking the blank, while feeling the elasticity of the whip, without dips or play in the joints. We will consider the nuances of selection according to the main criteria below.

Material of manufacture

Telescopes can be made from both heavy fiberglass and light graphite. Of course, heavy fiberglass is not very comfortable for dynamic high-speed fishing and is more suitable for fly gear for ambush hunting strategies. Graphite, on the contrary, is comfortable to fish, but is quite fragile and at the same time has a high price. The best option when buying a telescopic rod would be to look for gear marked carbon. This is not a heavy rod with high strength qualities and an affordable price. Carbon tackle is not afraid of small shock loads and can withstand critical bends due to its high plastic properties. Recommended for both beginners and experienced fishermen.

Length

The length of the fishing rod is selected taking into account the fishing capabilities of certain distances. Fishermen determined the standard size of tackle for float rigs to be 6–7 meters long. Fishing at short distances is covered with rods with a blank length from 2 to 5 meters. Specific rods for fishing at medium and long distances are variants of tools with a length of 9 meters. As a rule, this is a fishing rod without rings, for an ambush strategy for catching medium and large peaceful fish.

Build

The rod structure is chosen based on the intensity of fishing. For high-speed fishing, select a rod with a fast or semi-fast action. Such tools are loved by sports fishermen with advanced techniques for casting and hooking fish.

Important! A universal tool for a float fishing enthusiast would be to purchase a telescopic carbon fishing rod with a medium action.

When loaded, its form will bend to the middle without any consequences for the integrity of the tackle. Slow-speed telescopes are practically never found on sale, and their practical use is quite rarely suitable for float fishing strategies.

7 meter

MIKADO BLACK STONE Pole 700 (WAA502-700)

pros

long length
Relatively light weight
Quality materials
Nice design

Minuses

No rings included
Quite a high cost

From 7,300 ₽

A review of 7 meter fly rods would not be complete without this model. It unfolds using a good telescopic mechanism of 7 sections. Folds up to 1.32 m. High-modulus carbon fiber was used in the manufacturing process, ensuring structural reliability even when working with such a length. No rings included. The weight of the rod is quite small: only 311 g.

Salmo DIAMOND POLE LIGHT MF 7.01 (2233-700)

pros

Anti-slip handle
long length
Easy to unfold
High quality carbon

Minuses

No rings included

From 4,500 ₽

A long fishing rod for relatively little money. The telescopic mechanism of 7 sections extends up to 7 meters. At the same time, the diameter of the top of the rod is only 1 mm. The weight of the device is quite large: 405 g. Holding it suspended for a long time can be difficult. Recommended for use with a special stand.

Without rings

Salmo Blaster POLE 400 (3123-400)

pros

Low cost
Light weight
Ease of use
Reliability

Minuses

Not very comfortable handle

From 600 ₽

A fly rod without rings, belonging to the middle class of devices. The medium action allows you to cast long distances without any difficulties. The transport length is only 1.15 m. The rod unfolds using a telescopic mechanism to 4 m. The blank made of composite material is strong and durable. And all this for very little money.

MIKADO X-PLODE POLE 400 (WAA232-400)

pros

Relatively low price
Light weight
Composite form
Comfortable handle

Minuses

Not very high quality case included

From 1,500 ₽

A lightweight rod, weighing only 153 g. Folded length 1.18 m. Expands to 4 m. The blank is made of a composite material of high strength and durability. The diameter of the rod top is 1.6 mm. However, even at the top, the material copes well with loads. The model comes with a storage case, but it is not of the highest quality.

Design and technical characteristics of strong fishing rods

Strong fishing rods are made only from composite alloys. This makes it possible to make the fishing rod both strong and as minimal in weight as possible. Although the weight of such fishing rods is still quite large. When choosing a strong fishing rod, professional fishermen pay attention to weight last. And some people don’t pay attention at all.

Such fishing rods are most often equipped with large diameter rings. This allows the line to move freely and quickly when casting over long distances.

For newbies

Salmo DIAMOND FEEDER 120 (3935-360)

pros

Ease of use
Not very heavy
Cork handle
Nice tube included

Minuses

May not be long enough
Not very convenient spool holder

From 3,500 ₽

The rating of fishing rods for beginner fishermen will be opened by the feeder model. The use is very simple and intuitive. It consists of 3 sections that extend to 3.6 m. The device is capable of working with bait weighing up to 120 g. Three graphite tips with different hardness and signal coloring are supplied with the fishing rod.