Travel Light, Catch BIG Fish: TFO Traveler Spinning Rod Introduction
- By: Luke Simonds
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Introducing the TFO Traveler Spinning Rod that has recently hit the Salt Strong Tackle Shop!
This is a high-end travel rod from TFO that comes at the request of lots of Insider Members looking for quality on-the-go equipment.
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To start, the rod comes in an awesome, protective carrying case.
The rod blank itself is from TFO’s Tactical Inshore Series.
It is lightweight and is split into 3 pieces.
The pieces are easy to assemble and TFO took things into account that other travel rods ignore.
How can you ensure the pieces are perfectly aligned every single time?
There are small dots on these rods that help guide you to the exact right position.
All the guides on the rod will be perfect and face the same direction.
If you plan on traveling and doing typical inshore saltwater fishing, this is the ideal choice.
This is a Medium Power rod that is 7 feet long.
It’s compact enough for travel and capable to power in BIG fish if called upon.
As far as the line goes, this is in the 6-12 lb range, and in most cases, we are fishing with 10 lb braid.
At first glance, I am very impressed with the packaging and after I hit the water with it a few times, I’ll release a review on how it performed out on the water.
TFO certainly did not cut any corners when designing this rod.
Overall, the blank is high quality and if you are in the market for a vacation or travel rod, I recommend you check this one out!
Have you fished with this travel rod before??
If so, please leave a comment down below to get the conversation started!!
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I have been using this rod for several years and pair it with a 2500 size reel. Fish it both at the Jersey Shore and Gulf Coast of Texas. It’s a great well made rod, super sensitive especially for being a 3 piece rod. I fish it in the surf and bay and its strong enough to handle any fish you are going to be catching close to the shore even moderate size rays ! Its only slightly heavier than my G Loomis one piece rods.
Thanks for making time to post the helpful comment Russ!
Would you recommend the medium heavy or heavy option?
Depends on what you’ll be throwing most often… medium is most popular because it’s a good all purpose setup for inshore fishing. But if throwing bigger lures/baits, then going up to MH or H is a good play.
Do you u have a 7ft rod that’s stronger for beach fishing, four 2 to 4 pounders
Luke I have the 4 piece tfo fly rod 12 wt so far it’s been a great fly rod
You keep saying how great it is, but if the line is only 10-12 lbs, then unless you only hook up small fish, it will probably be broken off a lot, which would be an unhappy experience. That’s what happened to me with similar styled rod packages… Any chance of upgrading the line for true Salt water fishing?
It mostly depends on what size fish you’re targeting and what types of spots that you’re fishing. For typical inshore fishing in bays, rivers, and creeks, the use of 10 lb braid for a mainline with a Medium power rod is extremely effective. This type of setup can certainly catch big fish too. For example, I was using a rod with the very similar specs for this catch where I had to battle a 42 inch snook and my out of control dog: https://saltstrongdev.wpengine.com/articles/catch-big-fish-on-light-line/
Note: If you’re planning to target big fish in passes/inlets where there are strong currents, then this rod is too light. A stronger setup is definitely needed for that scenario.
Hi Luke and all. I have a thought. Sometimes when traveling to be around family I end up inshore, on a peir, trout creek and finish up with my grandchildren catching bluegill. I have a few TFO rods and I love them but can’t always travel with all of them. Any future plans of travel rod with medium light, medium and medium heavy. Sure would satisfy some needs for me and save a little space. Just wondering 🤔
I’m sorry didn’t finish explaining. Extra tips like a 2+3 travel rod for multiple fishing opportunities
Great suggestion Derryk! I’ll check with Toadfish to see if they plan to expand their tip options.
Have previous TFO traveler 3pc (full cork) & Ardito. 2 cents is TFO case much heavier/sturdier, interior bag has 3 sections & guides generally much bigger than Ardito. Ardito is ~2x thicker than TFO, & has much smaller guides. Was really shocked how far Ardito threw a Moonwalker. Now considering using Ardito for surf/pier & TFO for kayak & anything else. Other note is Ardito reel seat & grip take a little getting used to (they’re not bad). TFO feels really light. I think they’re both really good but have different focus/strengths.
Thanks for making time to post helpful intel Travis!
What is the length of rod case
The actual length of the case is 31 1/2 inches.
Thanks for posting the answer Ashley
Luke, You are standing in my favorite whole for baby tarpon Well off to your Left a little.. I lived there for many years until my dad passed away.
How cool that you fished those canals for tarpon. What baits/lures did you find work best back there?
I’ve got the Baitcaster version (bought from another tackle store) of the travel rod and it’s great and I highly recommend it!
Thanks for posting the helpful intel
Now you tell me. Lol. Don’t think my wife would agree as we’re currently in Italy.
Haha! I hope you’re having a great vacation.