Beginners Guide to Buying Fishing Gear.... SPINNING RODS All our spinning rods are suitable for both spinning and float fishing. Please scroll down for links to fishing reels Mu...
Rod guide
A calmer way to choose fishing kit: what the gear helps with, how to match it to real coastal use, and where to avoid over-buying.
The original fishing notes continue below, kept for readers who want the deeper detail after the quick confidence guide.
All our spinning rods are suitable for both spinning and float fishing.
From our tackle shop
Good fishing kit should make the coast feel more approachable, not more complicated. The right rod helps beginners and families get started calmly.
A rod guide helps you match length, casting weight and action to the places and methods you actually fish.
Look for a comfortable rod and reel pairing that suits your marks, methods and realistic casting range.
Choose bait and rigs after choosing the fishing style: spinning, float fishing, bottom fishing or boat fishing.
Match the rod to safe casting weights, suitable line and the conditions at the mark.
Please scroll down for links to fishing reels
| Length | 2.4m (8') | 1.8m (6') | 2.7m (9') | 1.8m (6') |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Pieces | 4 piece | 6 piece | 4 piece | 2 piece |
| Collapsed Length (cm) | 62cm | 34cm | 75cm | 96cm |
| Ideal Travel Rod | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Telescopic Rods are a great choice if you would like a fishing rod for travelling as they collapse allowing you to fit them in to luggage.
Friendly tackle picks chosen to make the guide easier to put into practice.
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| Construction | Carbon | Carbon | Fibreglass | Fibreglass |
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| Casting Weight | 25-70g (1 - 2 1/2oz) | 30g (1oz) | 10-40g (1.5oz) | 10-40g (1.5oz) |
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| Colour | Black & Blue | Grey | Maroon | Black |
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| Rod Type | Spinning | Spinning | Spinning / Multipurpose | Spinning / Multipurpose |
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| Free Shipping | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Shipment Method | Royal Mail Tracked 24 | Royal Mail Tracked 24 | Royal Mail Tracked 24 | FedEx 24 |
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£49.95 More Info / Purchase |  £19.99 More Info / Purchase |  £23.95 More Info / Purchase |  £32.95 More Info / Purchase |
£22.95
More Info / Purchase£26.75
More Info / Purchase| Length | 2.1m (7') | 2.7m (8') | 3.6m (12') |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collapsed Length (cm) | 57cm | 65cm | 67cm |
| Ideal Travel Rod | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Construction | Fibreglass | Fibreglass | Fibreglass |
| Casting Weight | 20-50g (0.75-1.75oz) | 15-40g (0.5-1.5oz) | 30-60g (1-2oz) |
| Colour | Variety of Colours | Black & Orange | Black & Red |
| Rod Type | Spinning | Spinning / Multipurpose | Spinning / Multipurpose |
| Free Shipping | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shipment Method | Royal Mail Tracked 24 | Royal Mail Tracked 24 | Royal Mail Tracked 24 |
 £16.95 More Info / Purchase | £22.95 More Info / Purchase | £26.75 More Info / Purchase |
