The success of fishing depends on the correct choice of a place in the pond, bait and baits, as well as on the quality of the equipment. Today, dried reed stalks and bamboo sticks are no longer fishing. The modern fisherman has reels, fishing lines and, of course, rods. Over the past decade, feeder topics have gained wide popularity. Fishing through feeders in England began 40 years ago. However, in Russia this area is considered relatively new. Nevertheless, on the counters for feeder fishing there is a large assortment of special telescopic and plug rods. You will learn about what constitutes a telescopic feeder rod from this article.
Acquaintance with gear
Feeder rods are telescopic and plug-in. The telescopic feeder is a folding product with a gradually decreasing section diameter. The plug feeder is a collapsible fishing rod in the construction of which 3 knees are interconnected. Mostly plug rods are large in size, which is why owners often encounter difficulties in transporting them. This type of feeder is used mainly by professionals. The advantages of the plug-in designs are that the fisherman can independently position the access rings where it is convenient for him. In the telescopic feeder, the rings are installed at the junction of the sections. Judging by numerous reviews, this type of fishing rod is suitable for amateur fishermen.
About design
According to experts, due to the large length of the classic rods it is difficult to transport. Judging by the reviews, many difficulties were experienced by fishermen who had to fish in boats, since it is very inconvenient to move along the river with 4-meter gear. This problem was solved with the advent of telescopic feeders. Structurally, they consist of several elbows on which access rings are installed. The optimal number of knees is from 4 to 6 pieces.
About Materials
According to experts, mainly telescopic feeders are made of carbon fiber. This material is the lightest and at the same time very durable. In addition, carbon fiber and fiberglass are used to make fishing rods. Judging by the reviews, carbon fiber is more sensitive, but more expensive. Such feeders are often acquired by experienced anglers. Fiberglass gear is not as strong and reliable, but cheaper. Specialists recommend beginners to opt for fiberglass feeders. There are also rods made of composite materials. These products are quite durable, have a large operational resource. Their minus in big weight and rigidity.
On the advantages and disadvantages of feeders
If you compare telescopic fishing rods with plug rods, the first are much cheaper. In addition to the short transport length, telescopic rods fold and disassemble much faster. With the help of such a rod, you can fish both from the shore and from a boat. In addition to the undeniable strengths, these tackles also have disadvantages. First of all, this is a small test indicator, as a result of which a large individual will not work out. The carrying capacity directly depends on the length of the fishing rod. The fact is that the larger it is, the more elbows in the structure, and therefore the load on the blank will be greater. The optimal length for a telescopic rod is 3 meters. For this reason, the fisherman is deprived of the opportunity to fish at long distances, which is also a minus.
What models will experts recommend?
Experienced fishermen recommend paying attention to the following models for those who do not know which telescopic fishing rod-feeder is better to purchase:
- The Japanese company Mikado produces telescopic Silver Eagle. The length varies between 3-3.3 m. The test indicator is within 20-60 g. There is a telescopic feeder of 1 thousand rubles. The company manufactures Fish Hunter rods. The line is represented by products from 2.7 to 3.3 m long. Fishing rods are designed for cargo from 20 to 60 g. You can buy it for 900 rubles.
- Salmo Diamond Tele Feeder. Budget 3.3-meter telescopic fishing rods with a test up to 120 g. For the feeder will have to pay 1,600 rubles.
- Mega Tele Feeder (TF) by Banax. The size of the product reaches 3.3 m, the test varies between 30-90 g. It costs 4300 rubles.
- TF LG R 36T-Al from Daiwa. The length of the telescopic feeder is 3.6 m. Payload 10-60 g. Cost: 2 thousand rubles.
- Aernos TF Shimano. Length: 3.66-3.96 m., Test 60-90 g. The rod costs 6500 rubles. This manufacturer produces a four-meter telescopic feeder rod Vengeance Heavy TF with a test indicator of 110 g. You can purchase it for 5500 rubles.
- Telescopic feeder Kaida Spirado TF. The rod weighs 395 g. It is 3.6 m long and has a load capacity of 60 to 120 g. The gear is made of IM6 carbon fiber. In the design of 7 knees. In the folded position, the fishing rod reaches 118 cm. Price: 10 thousand rubles.
What to look for when buying?
Those who decide to purchase a telescopic rod should first of all check the product for any backlash. To do this, you need to completely decompose the fishing rod. It is important that all sections fit snugly together. The reliability of the through-rings and reel seat is also checked. Of no small importance is what material fishing tackle is made of. Due to the fact that the telescopic design is less reliable than the plug-in, the material must be durable.