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RIGGED & READY TRAVEL FISHING · Telescoping & Travel Rods
Rigged & Ready S Max Smuggler Travel Rod, Hi-Carbon, 2 Tips, Compact Case
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Style: S Max
- Item weight
- 0.17 Kilograms
- Product dimensions
- 25.2 x 3.94 x 3.94 inches
Quick take
High-carbon travel rod that breaks down to 23.6 inches, includes two tips for different fishing styles.
The S Max is a seven-section travel rod that stretches to 11.8 feet and packs down to roughly 60 cm for a carry case. A second tip shortens it to about 10.5 feet, so one rod covers two fishing styles. It suits anglers who fly with their gear and still want a heavy-power, fast-action rod for carp, predator fish or saltwater work.
Best for
- Traveling anglers targeting pike, carp, and large predators
- Air travel with checked or carry-on luggage
- Switching between longer casts and vertical jigging
Skip if
- You fish ultralight; this rod is heavy and stiff
- You need a fast-action rod for small stream trout
Strengths
- Compacts to 23.6 inches in protective Cordura case
- Two interchangeable tips let you adjust fishing style
- Graphite reel seat and stainless-steel guides resist corrosion
- Fast action and heavy power suit big bait and hard lures
Trade-offs
- Seven sections mean more connection points to maintain
- At 3.5 lb minimum line rating, finesse techniques are limited
- Compact size requires a reel rated for power fishing
Fishing fit
- Species
- Pike & musky
- Carp
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
- Trolling
- Live bait
- Skill level
- Intermediate
Specifications
| Type | travel fishing rod |
|---|---|
| Lengths | 11.8 ft or 10.5 ft |
| Action | Fast |
| Line rating | 3.5 lb to 6 lb |
| Cast weight | 3.5 oz to 6 oz |
| Sections | 7 |
Which one should I pick?
| Version | Rod length | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| Rigged & Ready S Max Smuggler Travel Rod, Hi-Carbon, 2 Tips, Compact Case | Rod length:11.8 ft | Suits:— |
| Rigged & Ready S Mid Travel Rod, Combination, 3.2 Meters | Rod length:— | Suits:— |
Facts
| Rod length | 11.8 ft |
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