copper telescoping fishing rod 5'6" 1-Piece Pack-It Telescopic Spincast Okuma’s Convector Pro Series rods cover the spread with premium construction and a UFR tip for superior action and performance Daiwa 24 Presso Air Telescopic

WE FEEL THE EXTRA LENGTH ISNT NEEDED IN THE SMALLER SIZES AND THE SHORTER LENGTH WILL MORE EASILY ACCOMMODATE THE SMALLER REELS THAT WERE USED WHEN YOUR OLDER RODS WERE IN THEIR HEYDAY

Final Verdict: Gear Ratios Are Your Fishing Superpower Choosing the right gear ratio (and matching rod/reel) isnt about showing offits about having control

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Best Lightweight: Shimano Vanford 2500HG Pros Quality components Smooth while reeling The most lightweight reel in the test A high-class drag weight Solid line capacity Cons The tall spool allows line to more easily get under the spool in the case of line twists Key Features Price: $249.99 Gear Ratio: 6.0:1 Weight: 6.3 ounces Bearings: 7BB + 1RB Line Capacity: 200 yards of 10 pound mono Drag Weight: 20 pounds When it comes to fishing an 8-hour tournament day, lightweight gear can make or break the day

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