New Kayak Rod

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Mar 19, 2007 8:00 pm

Found this on the web today.

A specialty rod for kayak anglers, introducing the Quantum Kayak

Introduction: Anglers fish from shore, boats, float tubes, and in recent years we have seen a huge growth in kayak fishing. At this year’s Fred Hall show in San Francisco Quantum introduces a new rod aimed specifically towards kayak anglers. The new Kayak rods aren’t even listed on Quantum’s website yet but we were able to get the scoop from our friends at the show booth.

The rods, three casting and three spinning, all have a length of 7’6”. At that rod length anglers can work the rod most effectively from casting to fighting the fish all around the kayak, and if the fish decides to run around to the other side of the kayak, a rod of this length will allow the angler to swing the line around the bow or stern with ease.

Another design feature that comes in handy to kayak anglers is a soft and durable tip. Many times kayak anglers high-stick while trying to handle or land a fish, and rods have snapped in these situations. That’s why Quantum has designed the soft tip on their Kayak rods to meet the demands of kayak fishermen.

Component wise the Kayak rods use Fuji guides and reel seat, and durable Hypalon on the foregrip and handle. Speaking of handle, the Kayak rods have a lengthy handle. The long handle is there for a few reasons such as leverage while battling a big fish and for those deep rod holders that kayak anglers utilize. The long handle will surely be of a feature kayak anglers will welcome.

Conclusion: Today there is almost a rod for every application an angler can think of, and as kayak fishing grows there will be rods made for these group of fisherman. Quantum is the first or one of the very first manufactures to introduce a kayak specific rod. The Kayak series rods are designed for kayak anglers with specifications to meet their needs on the water. Three in cast and three in spinning, these rods have some nice features that will come highly advantageous to angling from a kayak. Some more details on these rods: Medium (6-12 lb), Medium-Heavy (8-15 lb), and Heavy (10-20 lb). These rods will be available shortly and will retail for only $99.95.

Da Luii · Post by **Da Luii** » Tue Mar 20, 2007 5:43 pm

got a link to one???

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Tue Mar 20, 2007 6:36 pm

I saw the review on tackle tour.

The one thing I don't like about it is the length of the handle. I bought an 8' rod and cut some of the butt off to make it easier to set the hook. The original length of the handle was always hitting my leg or the side of the kayak. My rod now is 7' 8" and I love it. My rod is a Tournament Ande.

Jimmy

krash · Post by **krash** » Wed Mar 21, 2007 9:41 am

Saw that posted on FS, just what I need is another class of tackle. I have freshwater, inshore-saltwater, offshore-trolling-saltwater, offshore-bottom-rigs, and now I have to add a new corner of the garage for yak-feesh'n tools, but wait I can't find anything wrong with using my current inshore stuff on the yak.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Wed Mar 21, 2007 6:44 pm

krash wrote:but wait I can't find anything wrong with using my current inshore stuff on the yak.

Be careful what you post. Some of our wives read this. I just convinced mine that I need new rods AND REELS just for my yak.

I need a couple of customs and maybe a couple of Loomis'.

Da Luii · Post by **Da Luii** » Wed Mar 21, 2007 7:48 pm

You Dog