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RIGGED & READY TRAVEL FISHING · Telescoping & Travel Rods
Rigged & Ready Smuggler 6 Travel Rod, 7.3 ft, Telescoping
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Style: Smuggler 6
- Item weight
- 30 Grams
- Product dimensions
- 132"L x 3.54"W
Quick take
A six-section telescoping rod compact enough for travel, with two swappable fiberglass tips for casting or bait fishing.
This is a medium-power travel spinning rod that runs 7.3 feet and breaks down into short sections for a bag or suitcase. It comes with a case and two interchangeable tips, so one rod can cover a couple of fishing styles. It suits travelers who want a compact setup for shoreline, pier or general freshwater and saltwater spinning.
Best for
- Traveling anglers seeking compact gear
- Spin and bait fishing in streams and small lakes
- Anglers targeting medium-sized fish
Skip if
- You need to fish in heavy wind
- You regularly fish large saltwater species
Strengths
- Six sections collapse to just 15 inches for easy transport
- Two interchangeable tips let you switch between casting and bait presentations
- Carbon-blend construction keeps weight minimal while maintaining sensitivity
Trade-offs
- The multi-section design creates visible connection points
- Maximum fish size is limited to about 10 lbs
- Interchangeable tips add one more item to manage
Fishing fit
- Species
- Bass
- Trout
- Pike & musky
- Carp
- Water
- Freshwater
- Saltwater
- Techniques
- Casting
Specifications
| Type | travel rod |
|---|---|
| Length | 7.3 ft (or 6.2 ft option) |
| Extended | 215 cm (7.3 ft) or 190 cm (6.2 ft) |
| Collapsed | 15.3 in (39 cm) |
| Sections | 6 sections plus 2 interchangeable tips |
| Material | SRF Carbon Hi-Glass Zylon blend |
| Max casting weight | 0.7-1.4 oz |
| Target fish size | Up to 10 lbs |
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