I have to modify the telescoping rod because ... I can ...

[rnvinc]

ps..The R&C vid links are not working.

Both videos in my OP work on my iPhone ...

I’m not sure about viewing the videos from some other device ...

If someone cannot see my specific video just type “rnvinc” into the search at YouTube ...

Rickie

[MikeF]

Rickie

Thanks for the reply and info.

These rods and this type of fishing presentation will certainly be a new challenge this season.


I think I found the Colman vid you referred to but have not searched for the Capps vid yet.

Looking forward to a report how the new system works for you.

The ice is just now leaving our lakes up here so it will be awhile before I can test.

Thanks again

[GreenLine]

OP , from my experience the past year using braid , you will end up going to heavier line. The small stuff is insane when you get a tangle.
Currently I’m using 50 lb test tied to a 4 ft mono leader. ( using standard 12 and 14 ft jig poles tho )
Keep us updated on your progress.
I could probably use something similar to your custom set up during the spawn.


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[rnvinc]

Here is the Capps video ...:



Here is the Coleman video ... :



Rickie

[fredo]

So now all the challenges have been addressed in my mind for allowing extra line on this telescoping rod = and not actually being more inconvenient than just carrying several small spools of different lengths of line and having to replace the line every time of fishing a different depth of water ...
Attachment 421241

Does it work ...?? ... time for a driveway test ... (I am not sure why the video did not embed - but the link works ... please click the video link and watch) ...
https://youtube.com/shorts/X4xv-_tD25E?feature=share


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BnM used to sell a pole that looked and worked EXACTLY like this: telescopic, line running through the pole, small fly reel attached at bottom. (I know because I bought one.)

That was at least 25 years ago, though. It obviously never caught on. Maybe it’s time has come.