Short rod for punching

[Tweed]

Hi guys,


I am planning on learning to punch heavy cover/mats this upcoming season and am wanted to use a rod in the 7'4'' to 7'6'' range, however the longest rod I can fit in my car (with all the other gear)is around a 7'2'' rod.

I read that some of the flipping sticks have a telescoping butt section, but cant find any info on how much they telescope.

I found a couple 7' HF rods, would they do well punching, or would they lose too much leverage being that short ? I would be fishing out of a canoe that I can stand in.


Many thanks,

[toobinator]

Tweed: It's tough to find a telescoping rod any more. Most companies, at least the ones I deal with have discontinued them. A 7' rod will be fine, as long as it's a true heavy. There is no standard as to what's a heavy, or medium heavy, so there's a lot of variance from brand to brand.

Ed

[Tweed]

Thank you Ed. I appreciate the reply and info.

[Tweed]

I've decided to go with an shimano exage 7'2" heavy fast.its rated up to 1.5 ounce lure weight.

Cant wait until bass season. Having serious withdrawals...