The Surprising Truth About the Shimano Zodias 5-Piece Travel Rod

[@davidrauschenbach6871]

Thanks for the after use review, jointed rod’s definitely have come a long way. Know I carry a spinning and casting version in my trunk!

[@arocosadventures724]

Great video and great review. Definitly think Vanford/Zodias combo is the best bang for the buck if one can’t afford or doesn’t want to spend a fortune on the ”real” high end rods & reels. Keep em comming 👊

[@OnAnotherLine]

Thanks for watching!

[@Viking.Gladiator.Worrior]

I recommend the shimano scorpion travel rod brand. It is also a 5 piece rod as well. When it is connected, the power and action are the same as casting 1 piece.

[@aurelianobuendia5360]

For a very long time 2 piece or 3 or 5 pices rods have same sensitivity and power as 1 poece rods but ppl stil avoid them. Personally my fav are one and half piece rods (offset handle).

[@Viking.Gladiator.Worrior]

@aurelianobuendia5360 I also agree with your point of view. 1 piece fishing rod is still relevant because it can be said to be a weak point, especially the joint part. If it is Japanese style, there is a fishing rod type but join.From my own experience, I like to use 2 pieces because it's easy to take it to spots that are quite narrow like in the forest and riding a motorcycle.I still like to use 1 piece fishing rod as well.Usually if a quality 5-piece rod, the price is usually more expensive compared to 1 piece. if you compare it with the same brand, power, model.This is because, it is not easy to create a 4 or 5 piece fishing rod and when connected, the feeling from the strength, action, curve is the same as a 1 or 2 piece rod.Usually, 4 or 5 piece rods are created for specific purposes such as easy to carry and store, such as riding in cars, airplanes and fishing in areas in the forest.That's why 4 or 5 piece fishing rods are called travel rods.In fact, it is not a problem in my opinion if you use a travel fishing rod in a fishing competition because the technology is now very advanced and it is not like before.I am not an expert as a professional angler but I am sharing my knowledge based on experience and the little knowledge I have.

[@aurelianobuendia5360]

@Refaim.04 yes bro, i was refering to so called one and half piece jdm rods where you can remove handle so its little bit easer to transport when you dont have a big car and the rod is 7'4 or longer

[@Viking.Gladiator.Worrior]

@@aurelianobuendia5360 You're right. Like me, I like to use short fishing rods. Like 6 feet and 6 feet 3 inches. The longest is 6 feet 6 inches. But for long casting, it's best to use a long fishing rod. Like 6 feet 8 inches, 7 feet or more. For me 7 feet is enough and the rest depends on the type of lure.Either 1 piece or 2 pieces.All that, depends on the comfort of the angler.like me, I like to use a rod length of 6 feet 3 inches whether playing for top water and jerkbait games.1 piece or 2 pieces.

[@raymondjohnson6496]

Them rods are higher then the one piece plus in Shimano poison ultima rods $500-$700 I love having one of them rods

[@bhfishin]

Where do you buy the casting rod version

[@CAN43715]

How does this blank compare to NFC (Gary Loomis) travel rod blanks?

[@OnAnotherLine]

I can’t speak for that. I’ve never fished those NFC travel rods. I’m impressed with this one still. I have traveled all over the place with it. Great rod!

[@CAN43715]

@@OnAnotherLine One thing about travel rods is that they are heavier. Unfortunately, with weight you lose sensitivity. Still, it is incredible how far they have come. I am currently building an NFC (Gary Loomis) travel rod for a fraction of the cost of a Zodias and am surprised how sensitive it is.

[@geekmeister3997]

You telling us that that 5 piece rod never came apart when casing?

[@OnAnotherLine]

Absolutely am. I’ve used it all summer and it’s never came apart once unless I’ve taken it apart.

[@mastermouaable]

I’m thinking about getting the spinning Zodias travel rod myself. Unsure if I should get the 6’8” ML or Medium 7”. Is the rod true to its rod rating or it one power rate higher then to the specs?

[@OnAnotherLine]

The MH is pretty stiff. I’d imagine the 7’ Medium would be the perfect rod, though.

[@davidstone3780]

Literally doing a review video "I'm not gonna put this thing together"

[@OnAnotherLine]

@@davidstone3780 how’s that going to help your decision to buy one?

[@davidstone3780]

I watched another channels video that helped me decide.