The Right Telescopic Carp Rod for Every Budget
Unlike multi-piece rods, telescopic rods are generally less specialized. You’ll mostly find 12ft models with a casting weight of 2.5lb – 3.5lb.
Even from around €80, you can find attractive telescopic rods from various manufacturers like Fox, Mivardi, JRC, Sonik, and Nash.
For anglers willing to make slight compromises, we recommend semi-telescopic carp rods from Sonik, Nash, and Fox, which combine the best of both worlds.
Our Best Value Winners – Affordable Telescopic Carp Rods
You can already find telescopic carp rods from around €50, from brands like Mivardi, Nash, & Co. These are particularly popular among younger anglers who often travel by bike. Even budget-friendly telescopic rods can easily handle carp up to 40 lbs at small to medium-sized lakes.
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Weight, Stability & Handling – What to Consider?
Telescopic rods consist of multiple individual blanks of varying thickness that slide into one another.
This automatically results in a heavier weight compared to multi-piece rods, which have a more balanced construction.
Additionally, telescopic carp rods require more attention in terms of care. If larger particles get into the telescopic sections, the movement can cause scratches, cracks, and in the worst case, a rod break under stress.
Differences in Rod Action
Due to the specific construction, telescopic rods differ from conventional two-piece carp rods in action.
The more joints a rod has through telescopic sections, the less continuous the action becomes. A smooth action is particularly important for casting distance and performance during the fight.
A good compromise is offered by semi-telescopic carp rods, which combine the strengths of multi-piece and telescopic rods. In these models, the handle section is usually telescopic, while the tip section is one-piece and plugged in.
Nash, Sonik, and Fox in particular offer a variety of semi-telescopic carp rods in different designs and price ranges. You’re sure to find the perfect model for you in our extensive range.