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Berkley · Casting Rods
Berkley Shock 1-Piece Casting Rod, 6 ft 6 in, Medium Power, 8-17 lb Line
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Options
Power: Medium
- Medium
- Medium Heavy
Length: 6' 6"
- 6' 6"
- 7' 0"
Number of Pieces: 1pcs
- 1pcs
- Item weight
- 2 Pounds
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1-piece composite casting rod with shock-absorbing tip for reducing strain and accommodating braided line.
A 6'6" one-piece casting rod in medium power with a fast action. It carries a shock-absorbing tip meant to soften the lack of stretch in braided line, and a split rubber grip. A short, manageable length like this suits anglers throwing light to mid-size lures for bass and similar freshwater fish.
Best for
- Beginners learning to cast with braided line
- Medium power work with quarter to five-eighths ounce lures
- Light to medium bass and freshwater fishing
Skip if
- You need a specialized saltwater or heavy power rod
- You fish heavy lures over 5/8 oz
Strengths
- 1-piece blank is responsive and rigid for better feel
- Shock-absorbing tip reduces breakage when setting hooks on braided line
- Stainless steel guides with titanium oxide inserts are durable
Trade-offs
- 1-piece rod is difficult to transport compared to 2-piece
- Medium power limits how much weight and line you can throw comfortably
- Moderate fast action is less sensitive than true fast or extra-fast
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | casting rod |
|---|---|
| Length | 6 ft 6 in |
| Power | Medium |
| Action | Fast |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Line Weight | 8-17 lb |
| Lure Rating | 1/4-5/8 oz |
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