Falcon · Casting Rods
Falcon Rods HD 6'6" Medium Casting Rod
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Options
Power: Medium/Heavy
- Medium/Heavy
- Medium
- Item weight
- 14-20 lb
- Product dimensions
- 88.5 x 3 x 3 inches
Quick take
A graphite casting rod with Fuji guides and cork handle, suited to general freshwater and saltwater casting.
This Falcon HD casting rod is a one-piece 7-foot, medium-heavy graphite rod with Fuji guides and a natural cork handle. Its moderate-fast taper and medium-heavy power fit lures from about 1/4 to 3/4 oz on 12 to 20 lb line. It makes sense for anglers throwing plugs, chatterbaits and spinnerbaits from the bank or a boat.
Best for
- Baitcasting with crankbaits and soft plastics
- Freshwater bass and walleye on moderate lures
- Saltwater species on light to medium tackle
Skip if
- You are a beginner; the casting reel has a learning curve
Strengths
- Fuji guides ensure smooth line flow and durability
- Natural cork handle provides feedback and comfort
- Graphite blank gives the rod responsiveness and lightness
Trade-offs
- Casting reels require practice and maintenance compared to spinning reels
- The medium power is moderate, not suited to heavy lures or extreme cover
- Cork handles absorb water and need periodic care
Fishing fit
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
Specifications
| Type | casting rod |
|---|---|
| Length | 6 ft 6 in |
| Power | Medium |
| Line rating | 8-17 lb |
| Lure weight | 1/4-1/2 oz |
| Guides | 100% Fuji |
| Handle | Cork |
How to choose a color and size
Size
| Options | When to pick it | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| 6-Feet x 6-Inch, 6-Feet x 8-Inch | A short rod for accurate casts from a kayak, a dock or tight cover. |
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| 7-Feet, 7-Feet x 6-InchThis one | A mid length that suits most casting from the bank or a boat. |
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Facts
| Rod length | 7 ft |
|---|---|
| Rod power | Medium heavy |
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