Carp Spirit Carp Rods

Carp rods - colloquially known as "carp sticks" are characterized by specific features and construction. They are most often made of carbon fiber with a particular arrangement of guides and a split handle for a secure grip during casting.

Length of rods - carp rods are most commonly produced in three lengths given in English feet: 10' (3m), 12' (3.6m), and 13' (3.9m). Shorter versions are designed for boat fishing, medium lengths are the most common and versatile, while longer rods are intended primarily for extremely long casts.

Flexibility of rods - also known as the test curve, is most often indicated on a scale from 2-3.5 lb, that is: 2.0; 2.75; 3.0; 3.25, and 3.5 lb. The higher the lb, the stiffer the rod allowing for casting the setup further. The lower the lb, the more flexible the rod, providing more pleasure during the fight. High-quality rods combine both features to achieve excellent casting parameters while maintaining the pleasure of the fight.

The most popular and versatile rods are 12' (3.60m) in length with a test curve of 3.0 lb.