Fishing Rod Reviews

This page shows a variety of articles and videos covering saltwater fishing rods for targeting our favorite inshore fish.

To see the all-encompassing review that explains which reel is the best overall value based on performance (without any influence from fishing rod manufacturers),  go to this page:

Master Fishing Rod Review For  Insider Club Members

Note: This Master Rod Review page is for Insider Club members only.

Full List OF Fishing Rod Reviews:

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Toadfish Stowaway Travel Fishing Rod Review

Toadfish travel rods are NOW in our tackle shop! Have you ever fished with a Toadfish fishing rod before? Learn more about this awesome...
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In-Depth Analysis Of Fitzgerald Fishing Aqua Dream Series Rods

Our team has been fishing with Fitzgerald Fishing Custom Rods and we've been impressed!!! The quality and attention to detail are...
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Fitzgerald Fishing Aqua Dream Rod Series Review

Fitzgerald Fishing Aqua Dream Series Rods have a specific purpose and use for inshore anglers. And they're on their way to our online...
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Fitzgerald Aqua Dream Series Rod Review [Insider Only]

We’ve got some new fishing rods coming to our online tackle shop! Fitzgerald Fishing Aqua Dream Series Rods have a specific purpose and use for...
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TFO Pro-S Series Spinning Rod Review

Now that the latest version is available, it's time for the TFO Pro-S Spinning Rod Review! This is the rod Luke used to catch his memorable...
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TFO Medium Rod VS. TFO Medium-Light Rod

What are the main differences between the TFO Medium vs TFO Medium-Light action rod? Check out this rod comparison to...
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Know Your Reel Sizes (Pros & Cons Of 1000 vs 2500 vs 3000 Reels)

There's been a huge wave of people buying up 1000 series reels. But what are the differences between all inshore spinning reel sizes?...
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Salt Strong Bull Bay Custom Fishing Rod Review

What does it take to assemble the ultimate inshore fishing rod? Check out the Salt Strong Bull Bay Custom Fishing Rod Review...
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St. Croix Avid Inshore Fishing Rod Review: Top Pros & Cons

Have you ever gone fishing using the St. Croix Avid Inshore Rod? Check out all you need to know about it in St. Croix Avid Inshore review...
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Cashion ICON Spinning Rod Review: Top Pros & Cons

See the top pros & cons of the Cashion ICON spinning rods in this review from a few months of using it to catch redfish, trout, and snook.
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Travel Spinning Rod Review: Daiwa Ardito TR Rod

Do you travel a lot and miss out on fishing? Why not bring along your very own travel spinning rod?! The Daiwa Ardito TR rod is great for...
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Inshore Saltwater Fishing Equipment Cheat Sheet [Rods, Reels, Lines, & Lures]

See the cheat sheet lessons showing the best fishing equipment for catching redfish, seatrout, snook, and flounder from inshore fisheries.
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CUSTOM BULL BAY ROD (23 Beta-Testers Needed)

The beta round of our custom Salt Strong Bull Bay rods are in! Get a first glimpse at this slick new rod, as well as how you can get your...
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13 Fishing Omen Black Baitcasting Rod Review (Top Pros & Cons)

Looking for a new baitcasting rod? Check out this review of the 13 Fishing Omen Black Baitcasting rod. I've been using it these past few...
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Unboxing The Toadfish Multi-Action 3-Piece Travel Rod

Looking for a new travel rod? This rod is unique because you can customize it to have different power and action by changing the middle and...
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