Rods for spinning

[ken82]

Hi guys,

a friend told me a spinning rod shouldn't be telescopic. For what reason is this so? And what should i look for in a spinning rod?

Thanks

Ken

[LapsiBoy]

It is true, Real spinning rods should be a 2 piece, I have a 2 piece spinning rod and i also have a telescopic Beachcastin/spinning rod. I find the spinning one best with lures and the telescopic with spinners.

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Perhaps it has something to do with the progressive action of the blank, a more sensitive tip with a stronger base which can't be done so well with a Telescopic rod. You probably lose some strength as well like that, but I'm just guessing.

[maltembu]

with a 2 piece you have more strength and better casting action...

Do look for a good rod as spinning is demanding on the rod and reel... and if you get a good fish....

[SPITEC]

There are telescopic rods aswell but the best spinning rods are 1 or 2 piece rods because there aren't much parts so the rod will be stronger.

[clutch_kick]

It is true, Real spinning rods should be a 2 piece, I have a 2 piece spinning rod and i also have a telescopic Beachcastin/spinning rod. I find the spinning one best with lures and the telescopic with spinners.

A proper spinning rod is a one-piece, period.  The only problem is transportation, the rod gets in the way in the car.  This is what has been keeping me from dishing out ?400 on my dream rod hehehe   the next best would be a 2 piece.  Telescopics are not as sensitive and will only really work for heavy lures.

[MartinB]

a friend told me a spinning rod shouldn't be telescopic. For what reason is this so? And what should i look for in a spinning rod?

It should ideally be a one or two peice rod but it depends alot on where your spinning and what types of lures your using.due to some of the spots i go to and the use of quite heavy lures i use a telescopic rod alot..basically shouldn't dosen't exist as far as im concerned!... use what works best for you.period!