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Berkley · Casting Rods
Berkley Cherrywood HD Casting Rod, 6.5 ft, Medium Power
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- Item weight
- 17 pounds
- Product dimensions
- 78"L x 2"W
Quick take
Six-foot-six casting rod with cork handle and fast action for medium-power lure and baitcasting.
The Cherrywood HD casting rod is a 6'6" one-piece, medium-power, fast-action rod with a cork handle and stainless steel guides. It is built for casting lures from 1/4 to 3/4 oz on 8-17 lb line. A blank-through-handle design adds sensitivity, which suits anglers working bass-style baits from the bank or a boat.
Best for
- Baitcasting for bass and pike
- Anglers wanting sensitivity and control
- Comfortable all-day casting
Skip if
- You need longer casts in open water
- You want maximum power for large fish
Strengths
- Cork handle retains warmth and is comfortable in cold
- Fast action provides excellent sensitivity
- Hybrid construction balances responsiveness with strength
Trade-offs
- Medium power limits use for heavy cover
- Baitcasting requires skill to avoid backlashes
- Cork handle requires maintenance
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | casting rod |
|---|---|
| Length | 6 ft 6 in |
| Power | Medium |
| Action | Fast |
| Line rating | 8 to 17 lb |
| Lure rating | 1/4 to 3/4 oz |
| Guides | 7 stainless steel with inserts |
| Handle material | Cork |
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 5'6" | A short rod for accurate casts from a kayak, a dock or tight cover. |
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| 6'6", 7'This one | A mid length that suits most casting from the bank or a boat. |
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Facts
| Rod length | 6.5 ft |
|---|---|
| Rod power | Medium |
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