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There are three main types of structures: whole, plug and telescopic. Solid forms are the most inconvenient for transportation. But they are the most durable and are most often used in trolling and when hunting a trophy predator. A telescopic rod, on the contrary, is the most convenient. It folds to a small size and fits easily into the trunk of a car or bag. And also it very quickly unfolds into a working position. The downside is that such spinning rods are the weakest. Manufacturers have to sacrifice wall thickness, and the fastening of rings to the blank often leaves much to be desired.

The plug-in design is the most attractive. This is the golden mean. Of course, when disassembled, the spinning rod will still be quite long, but it will fit easily in the trunk. On the market you can find systems of two, three and four modules. It should be understood that the more sections spinning has, the weaker it is in general terms.

The concept of "test" in the spinning marking determines what maximum bait you can install on it. The weight of the tackle depends on the sensitivity of the blank. If the tackle is less than the declared value, the rod simply will not respond to bites. If exceeded, on the contrary, there will be a lot of false positives, and catching fish can lead to breakage.

The rod test is directly related to its class. Classes are distributed in the range from ultralight to extra heavy. The higher the class, the more test it has and, accordingly, the thicker the line used should be. An example specification would look like this:

Class	Symbol	Test, g	Monofilament line thickness, mm	Braided cord thickness, mm
Ultralight	UL	1-7	0,2	0,05
light, light	L	3-14	0,22	0,08
Average	M	5-25	0,25	0,1
Medium heavy	MH	11-31	0,3	0,12
Heavy	H	15-40	0,35	0,14
Super heavy	EH	Above 60	Above 0.5	Above 0.3

That is, first of all, you determine which predator you plan to hunt. Depending on this, choose the weight of the baits used. He, in turn, suggests what the thickness of the fishing line should be and, as a result, the rod test and its class.

Two types of length are used in spinning marking: working and transport. In solid forms, it is, of course, the same. There is no universal length. This parameter is selected individually.

For example, a small rod makes you a more mobile fisherman. With it, you can easily change the location, as well as fish from the shore in dense vegetation. But if a seasoned pike or pike perch caught on a short spinning rod, then it will be more difficult to deal with them. Here the condition works that the longer the fishing rod, the easier it is to bring out large fish with its help. In addition, long spinning is easier to cast over long distances, which also needs to be taken into account.

Another important parameter that determines the bending of the spinning during bites.The slower the action, the less the blank bends:

build	English designation	Peculiarity
super fast	extra fast	Only a quarter of the form is bent.
Quick	Fast	The third part of the fishing rod bends.
Average	Medium (moderated)	Half of the spinning is working.
Slow	Slow	More than half of the form bends.

Spinning rods with a slow action are called noodles because of their behavior. Almost the entire structure bends and twists. In addition to sensitivity, the action of the rod also determines the distance and accuracy of the cast. Fast spinning is easier to work with. With it, you will be able to send tackle more accurately, which is very important when jigging and twitching.

It is impossible to say which system is better or worse. Each spinning has its own characteristics. Fishing from the bank will be more comfortable with a fast or medium action, and noodle models are suitable for catching small fish that other rods may simply not respond to.

The materials used in the production determine how reliable the spinning will be, what loads it will withstand, and also what the total weight will be. Note that in the best spinning all this should be combined. That is, the ideal fishing rod will be light, durable and at the same time as sensitive as possible. Unfortunately, the reality is harsher for the fishermen. You always have to sacrifice something. The most durable material today is fiberglass. It is very difficult to damage it, but there is an important drawback - weight. Such spinning rods are the heaviest and most often used for sea fishing from a boat.Fishing from the shore with a fiberglass model will be difficult.

Carbon fiber models look more attractive. They can be made from graphite or carbon fibre. The materials are strong enough, but you need to look at the percentage of the graphite component in the composition. It is marked with the letters IM and some number. The higher the number, the more graphite in the structure and, accordingly, the stronger it is. You can also find markings with the letter T. This is the same and the same rules apply: the more, the stronger, but also more expensive.

If you are a beginner and are looking for a universal spinning rod, then it is best to choose a composite design. These rods are made from a mixture of fiberglass and carbon fiber. All their values ​​and characteristics are average. Average strength, average sensitivity and average price. A great option for a beginner spinner.

The reel seat is a module that attaches the reel directly to the spinning rod. He can be ring or screw. The first type is the simplest. As they say, cheap and cheerful. The coil is pressed with two special rings. Convenient and fast, but not very reliable. Such spinning rods wear out faster, and with a constant change of coils they quickly become loose. Screw connection is more reliable. Here, to mount the coil, you need to tighten the nut, which carries out the clamp. When catching a predator, it is better to take a screw connection, so that at the moment of fighting a pike or pike perch, the whole structure simply does not fall apart in your hands.

Spinning rings are arranged in accordance with a certain concept. So, for example, the first modules always have a large diameter and a high leg. This prevents the line from winding up during the cast. Further along the length, the size decreases, and the leg is shortened. This is the standard concept used in most models. But top manufacturers would not be such if they had not come up with their own, improved scheme.

So, the Japanese company Fuji first developed the NEW GUIDE Concept, then the KR Concept, and later improved the scheme to the Rapid Choke. In fact, all concepts have the right to exist. You will not notice any special changes, especially if you are a beginner fisherman. It is much more important to look at the material from which these rings are made. The best combination is an insert Gold Cermet cermet and silicon carbide based (SiC). Such rings are the strongest and most durable.

Fishing is designed to bring pleasure, which means that tackle should be as convenient and comfortable to use as possible. In the case of spinning, what the handle is made of plays an important role. Cheap rods most often use coarse plastic. It is unpleasant to the touch, after holding the blank for a long time, your hands will get tired. Metal looks attractive, but very slippery and will cause great discomfort in cold weather.

The warmest and most pleasant are cork and its artificial counterpart called EVA. Such handles are most pleasant to hold in the hands, and they do not cause tension. If perch or pike perch do not go on the hook for a long time, you will not experience any discomfort. It also makes sense to consider neoprene. This is a modern synthetic material that resembles polyurethane foam in structure. Like cork, it is soft and comfortable. In addition, it is resistant to salt, which is a great advantage in sea fishing.

The main and most important aspect of the selection of spinning. First of all, you need to decide which method you mainly want to catch. Walleye, perch, pike and other predators can be caught by different methods. Luckily, you don't have to buy a separate rod for each method. But some of them are very different from each other, so if you plan to alternate methods, you will have to purchase at least two rods. An example selection scheme would look like this:

fishing method	Spinning Features
jig	Fast build; High sensitivity.
flashing	Medium or slow action; Medium sensitivity.
Twitching	Fast build; Rigid pommel.
Trolling	Fast or ultra-fast action; Maximum sensitivity.

Of course, certain adjustments need to be made to this scheme: for example, do you fish from a boat or from the shore, what gear do you use, what current is in the pond, and even weather conditions. If we talk about a universal model, then it will look something like this: average length 2.5 meters, Medium action, test 5-30 grams, medium class, medium heavy.This rod is suitable for most fishing methods and will cope with almost any pike, walleye or perch. Of course, if they are not gigantic.

If you are looking for the best spinning and are not limited in finances, look towards Japanese brands Shimano and Daiwa. They are market leaders and their rods are often described as true works of art. The best balance, the highest quality materials and more. But you will have to pay a lot for them. Rods from the latest collections can cost several tens of thousands of rubles.

In the middle price segment, spinning rods of the Korean brand are especially popular. Maximus. The best combination of price and quality, as in KOSADAKA or Salmo. If you are a complete beginner and are not even sure yet whether this hobby will drag you out, then the best option would be to use an inexpensive, but quite worthy option from a Russian manufacturer. Volzhanka or Chinese SIWEIDA. Despite the budget price tag, these are excellent rods. The collection of brands has many models for all occasions.