1 piece or 2 piece poles?

[bxn]

i prefer 1 pc rods.i don't like looking like a fool when a 2 pc rod im casting with comes apart.if i have to bring only 1 rod its usually one of my ugly stik 4'8" spinning combos.ugly stiks take a beating,don't break easily, and can be stransported in a slightly bent position without breaking if need be.

[jiggshooter]

i use 4ft 6 in for casting and shooting docks thats all i use

[brimeater]

One piece, unless I absolutly have to have two, ie. rods 10 feet or longer. Better feel with a one piece, no dead spots.

[The Lip RIPPERS]

I have both but prefer 1 piece. For casting, it has better feel, is more sensitive, stronger and less likely to break. Two piece are generally cheaper, easier to transport in smaller spaces. It is not as strong where rods are joined together and irritating to have to line up eyes when the top rotates after several casts.

For fun fishing with kids they can't be beat because they are going to take a beating but you're not hurt when you lose one.

Ferruling trick...Offset top and bottom halfs 10 degrees, twist both pieces as you align the guides. This allows the 2 pieces to "seat" deeper into the ferrules. I have never had a rod loosen during use after this procedure. Hope this helps.

[shipahoy41]

Prefer 2-piece because of the easier transport and easier to protect from breakage. I keep my better rods in tubes and even the 1-piece 5-footer I have I would prefer in 2-pieces just because its'a pain to keep a 5-foot tube in the boat. I don't see any difference in performance/feel from 1-piece to 2-piecers so that's not an issue fo me. Guess I'm just not that sensitive. I own both and a crappie suckin in the jig on my 2-piece graphite still feels like a bolt of lightning going through my arm so I really don't believe I'm missing any subtle hits.

My feelings also.

[jusanothajoe]

I cant tell any difference between a QUALITY 2 pc and 1 pc rod

[gabowman]

I have very few rods that are just 1 piece. Most are two or more, but I never break 'em down. My spider poles are wrapped with tape at the joints.

[huntinslabs]

I prefer 1 piece under 8' if I plan to use for anything that needs feel.

[Hanr3]

I also prefer 1 piece rods. I have several 2 piece rods, however I have found that the 1 piece cast further, are typically more sensative, and have better action. When backpacking I prefer more sections, only becuase its easier to pack without damage.

[smoothlures]

For years you'd get a nicer more sensitive 1 piece rod than a 2 piece but technology has gotten it to the point where it's pretty null IMO. Use what you like. I have them up to 8' 1 piece and it's all I can manage. I would get a 2 piece if I could do it over again.