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Rod guide

Spinning Rods

Guide3 min readUpdated 13 May 2026

Light, responsive and brilliant fun, a spinning rod is the perfect tool for working lures and floats from the shore. Whether you're chasing mackerel off the rocks or stalking bass along a Cornish beach, the right spinning rod lets you cast all day without fatigue. Here's how to choose a spinning rod that matches your lures, your marks and your casting range.

Angler casting a light spinning rod and lure from rocks into clear Cornish water on a bright morning

A spinning rod is tuned for casting and retrieving lures, so it stays light in the hand and responsive enough to fish for hours without fatigue.

Best for
Lure anglers chasing bass, mackerel and pollack who want a light, responsive rod that's a joy to cast all day.
How it fishes
Light, fast and fun: built for working lures and feeling every tap through the blank.
Tackle
Look for a 7-9ft length rated around 10-40g (up to 60g for bigger metals), matched to a 2500-4000 fixed-spool reel and light braid.
Safety
Keep lure weights within the casting range, and mind treble hooks and back-casts on busy or rocky marks.

Stay safe

Keep lure weights within the casting range, and mind treble hooks and back-casts on busy or rocky marks.

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All our spinning rods are suitable for both spinning and float fishing.

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Multi Piece Rods

Telescopic Rods

Telescopic Rods are a great choice if you would like a fishing rod for travelling as they collapse allowing you to fit them in to luggage.