The other big issue with tight commercials is that if you need to cast 20 yards to the edge of an island, it is easier to get the accuracy and range spot on with a shorter rod. With a 13 footer you cannot guarantee accuracy but with a shorter rod you can fire the float towards the far bank or island and, with the right waggler, you will never reach it and drop just short every time. Take my word for it, these Minis are worth having in your armoury for days when the carp back off just out of pole range or you draw a swim with a feature that’s beyond pole range. Have a look – you’ll see what you’ve been missing. The other big issue with tight commercials is that if you need to cast 20 yards to the edge of an island, it is easier to get the accuracy and range spot on with a shorter rod. With a 13 footer you cannot guarantee accuracy but with a shorter rod you can fire the float towards the far bank or island and, with the right waggler, you will never reach it and drop just short every time. Take my word for it, these Minis are worth having in your armoury for days when the carp back off just out of pole range or you draw a swim with a feature that’s beyond pole range. Have a look – you’ll see what you’ve been missing. |
"With shorter rods fish are easier to play and net more quickly." |
