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The Fishing Ferrari Acid Trolling rod is for fishing large predators such as drifting tuna. Made with robust High-Modulus Blank body. The rings are state-of-the-art Acid and the reel seat, both with Pacific Bay technology. It has a non-slip Eva foam handle.
Technologies:
- High-Modulus Blank.
- Premium Acid Pacific Bay rings with braided thread frames.
- PacBay technology of the materials that compose it.
Model 1:
- Length: 2 m.
- Sections: 1.
- Folded: 200 cm.
- Rings: Acid Pacific Bay.
- Action: 10-30 g.
- Weight: 900 g.
Model 2:
- Length: 2 m.
- Sections: 1.
- Folded: 200 cm.
- Rings: Acid Pacific Bay.
- Action: 20-50 g.
- Weight: 930 g.
How to Choose the Right Rod
¿How do I know which rod is right for me? There are many factors to consider, so don’t hesitate to consult our experts.
- LENGTH
- STRENGTH
- ROD MEMORY
- ACTION
- MATERIAL
- WEIGHT
- CONSTRUCTION
- GRIP
LENGTH
The size or length of the rod is one of the most important factors. Choose a rod whose length allows you to maneuver and cast your rig or lure with ease.
There’s nothing worse than fishing with a rod that’s the wrong size for you—whether it’s too big or too small— since the only thing you’ll end up with are botched casts that won’t yield any results.
STRENGTH
That is, the rod’s ability to withstand the fight with the fish.
We must not fall into the trap of thinking that the strongest rod is the best. A rod’s strength is not a characteristic that indicates quality, but rather a fundamental property of the rod itself; in other words, the rod must simply withstand the stress it was designed for; if it did not, it would be useless.
Based on the rod’s strength, we can classify them as follows:
- Ultra-light.
- Light.
- Medium.
- Heavy.
- Ultra-heavy.
Choosing a line strength that is inappropriate for the species you are trying to catch will prevent the rod from accurately transmitting (or will misrepresent) the sensations the fish conveys during the fight, making the fishing experience more difficult.
THE “MEMORY” OF A ROD
A rod’s natural shape is straight; however, the fishing action involves constant bending. When bent, the rod offers resistance equal to the applied force but in the opposite direction—that is, a reaction.
The speed at which it returns to its previous state is what is commonly referred to as the rod’s reaction or “memory.”
The rod must have the proper reaction or memory so that the angler does not lose the feel of the fish, can cast satisfactorily, or can set the hook if necessary.
ACTION
The maximum weight the rod can withstand at the moment of casting. It is expressed in grams, usually as two numbers, which indicate the weight range the rod can handle without difficulty.
Each rod is designed for a specific type of fishing, based on which the level of flex it can achieve and the maximum stress it can withstand are determined.
In this regard, there are three distinct phases in the cast:
- Critical zone: the moment when the tip of the rod is subjected to the greatest load, at which point its resistance can be overcome and it can break easily.
- Strength Zone: the optimal position for the rod, where it can exert the greatest force and is used correctly.
- Tension Zone: the position where the reel and line experience the greatest tension.
- Fast-action or tip-action rods: tend to bend at the tip. They provide a better feel for the fish but are less effective for long casts.
- Medium-action rods: bend in the middle of the rod. They provide good fishing feel and are suitable for medium-range casts.
- Slow- or full-action rods: bend along their entire length. They are best suited for long casts.
Currently, the market is flooded with a wide variety of materials:
- Fiberglass (solid or hollow).
- Carbon fiber or graphite.
- Kevlar: a very strong yet very lightweight resin used in body armor and vehicle armor, which is currently being introduced into the manufacture of fishing rods, although its high price means it is not widely used.
- Composite: a mixture of fiberglass, graphite, Kevlar, or other materials.
The main goal is for the rod to have the greatest possible responsiveness—that is, the fastest speed at which it returns to its natural straight state.
All of these materials can achieve the three types of actions mentioned above.
If there’s one thing to highlight about fiberglass, it’s that it requires virtually no maintenance. Furthermore, its light weight, excellent responsiveness, and extraordinary strength and flexibility—combined today with a wide variety of models and low cost—have made fiberglass rods the top-selling option for several years now.
Today, fiberglass has been surpassed by graphite. Although graphite rods are more expensive, they offer greater responsiveness and lower weight.
There are also so-called “composite rods,” which aim to combine all the benefits of the various materials available, balancing weight, responsiveness, and cost.
WEIGHT
Keep in mind that we’ll spend many hours “loading” the rod, but not only that—we’ll also have to exert physical effort with every cast; and we’ll surely regret it if the rod is too heavy.
The rod should be as heavy as you deem appropriate, since lighter isn’t always better; and we must not forget that when using a variety of shore fishing gear to make long casts, heavier rods perform better; the weight should be chosen based on the type of fishing we’ll be doing.
CONSTRUCTION
The rod must be properly constructed in terms of the position and type of line guides, an appropriate handle, etc.
An important aspect of the rod is the guides—the rings or guide rings on the rod—which are devices designed to guide the fishing lineto minimize friction and stiffness while being lightweight and not adding extra weight to the rod.
They must maintain the rod’s sensitivity, prevent the line from twisting, help achieve longer casting distances, and maintain the rod’s balance.
GRIP
This is what allows sensations to travel from the tip of the rod to the hand—a set of sensations that are essential for achieving the desired results:
- Functionality: that is, the grip’s ability to provide the angler with adequate support for handling the rod.
A functional grip will allow for better energy transfer from the angler’s hand and arm to the rod and line. - Ergonomics: a quality that allows the angler to handle the rod comfortably and efficiently, minimizing effort. A rod must be equipped with a handle whose size and shape match the rod’s model number and power rating, as well as standard human dimensions. A well-designed grip results in better performance and less fatigue.
- Quality: based primarily on the type of material used in its construction, which determines durability, feel, weight, etc.
10-30 pounds
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