Universal rods

Fishing rods can be specialised, or they can be multi-purpose rods, which are made to suit several types of fishing. The most common are telescopic all-purpose rods, which can be used for both bottom fishing and float fishing, and can also be tied with a spinning system if required. You will find such rods in any shop where there is a section called fishing tackle. These are usually cheap rods, costing up to EUR 30. In the past, such rods used to be made of fibreglass, but now they are usually made of a composite of fibreglass and carbon fabric, which is also not very expensive. The lengths of such rods range from 2 to 3,5 m and the casting weight varies.

Multi-purpose rods are usually a good gift for a young fisherman starting out. Not only because of their low price and versatility, but also because of their robustness. They are normally much harder to break than a telescopic float rod or a spinning rod. This is because the composite or fibreglass blank is stronger, especially when it is thick. In contrast, the blanks and limbs of all-purpose rods are not really delicate and are usually quite thick.

What are the disadvantages of multipurpose rods?

We all know the proverb, what goes with everything, goes with nothing... In this case, we can partly agree with that. But only partially, because for very amateur fishing, it is still a rod that is suitable, because it is far superior to a bamboo or hazel rod, with which countless fish are caught. But there are definitely downsides. First of all, there are the casting distance and the accuracy. The second is holding the fish. The third is the weight, which is frustrating. The fourth is sensitivity, which is low. All this becomes important when fishing becomes a hobby and a pleasure, rather than a casual pastime or a way to catch food. However, for a first start, a multi-purpose rod can be a solution to save money and not break your rod.

Ažūklė is a large fishing shop in Kaunas, where you can choose a universal fishing rod according to your needs, because we have a lot of them in different parameters. You can also buy them online, where they are always at the best price, and at www.azukle.lt you will find many products cheaper than those offered by competitors.