There's one thing crankbait rods for bass all have in common—a parabolic bend. That flex, which is described as a slow or moderate action, stretches from tip to handle. It creates long casts, controls ...

Quiver tip: The very top (often brightly coloured) section of a feeder rod, used to identify bites, which bends and 'quivers' when a fish moves off with the bait. Like the test curve of a rod, quiver ...

Determining the best fishing rod is not as easy as it may seem. Every year, new models and materials flood the market, and anglers always have something to say. Some prefer cork grips and classic ...

From a simple frog and punch strategy to catch more slop fish, the best way to pair a rod and reel without overpaying, to must-have topwater bass baits, these stories captured our Sports Illustrated ...

Light Action: A rod with a flexible tip, suitable for smaller lures and delicate presentations. Medium Action: A rod with a moderate amount of flexibility, providing a balance of power and sensitivity ...