4 Rods in 1? The Future of Travel Rods is Here: The Slam Stick Traveler
- By: Luke Simonds
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- Found In: Fishing Tips, Inshore Fishing, Tackle & Gear
Finally, you can now have optimal performance with your fishing rod while out on travel.
This unique travel rod allows you to easily customize the power and action while on the go so that you can make sure to maximize your valuable time on the water.
Here are the 4 combos that you’ll be able to create with the Slam Stick Travel rod kit:
- Medium Power Fast Action
- Medium Power Moderate Fast Action
- Medium Light Power Fast Action
- Medium Light Power Moderate Fast Action
Note: This all comes in a premium travel rod case so you can easily carry it with you on your many adventures.
The most common request from buyers of the Slam Stick travel rod has been to get an extra handle section so that the set can turn into completing 2 full rods. So we’re pumped to report that we now have some handle sections available for you to turn your travel rod into a pair of travel rods.
👉 Order your additional handle section here!
👉 Click here for the Slam Stick Travel rod
Slam Stick Travel Rod, Reel, & Line Combo
This rod pairs perfectly with the Otis 2500 spinning reel. So we made a combo package for you to get maximized savings.
Using this bundle will get you a free spool of 300 yards of premium braid by using the bundle linked here on top of your insider discounts for this great rod and reel combo.
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Instead of trying to pick one rod and hoping it’s the right choice for wherever you’re fishing… this setup gives you FOUR fully customizable rod builds in one compact case.
Here’s what you get:
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A shared base and two interchangeable midsections: Medium-Light and Medium
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Two tip options: Fast and Moderate Fast action
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A sleek, rugged case with individual padded sleeves
Want to throw light lures to spooky reds in skinny water? Go medium-light with a fast tip.
Need to bomb a popping cork for trout in the wind? Swap in the medium and you’re good to go.
Best of all, the entire setup fits in a small, airplane-ready case that won’t get wrecked in transit.
We’ve got Insiders using this thing before work, on cross-country flights, and even stashing it in their trunks just in case the bite turns on during lunch.
Bottom line:
This isn’t just a “travel rod.”
It’s a serious performer that happens to fit in a tiny case.
It casts a mile. It’s sensitive. It’s durable.
And most importantly, it makes sure you’re always ready to fish.
👉 Click here to check it out and save 20% as an Insider
🎣 Want the full setup ready to fish right out of the case?
Bundle the Slam Stick Traveler with the Otis 2500 reel and save BIG!
👉 Click here to grab the full travel combo + reel and fish smarter anywhere you go.
Tight lines and travel light,
Luke Simonds
Chief Fishing Addict
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STOP WASTING TIME ON THE WATER!
Do what the “SMART ANGLERS” are doing and join the Insider Club.
Here’s what you’ll receive today when you join:
- Weekly fishing reports and TRENDS revealing exactly where you should fish every trip
- Weekly “spot dissection” videos that walk you through all the best spots in your area
- Exclusive fishing tips from the PROS you can’t find anywhere else
- Everything you need to start catching fish more consistently (regardless if you fish out of a boat, kayak, or land).
Bought my SS TR w/the extra handle but wasn’t able to get the Otis reels (at this time). I can’t wait until the wife, and I hit the road with these beauties.
Need bait caster mh / h ?
Could please tell me the total cost of the full travel combo+reel.Because “The Mean Boss Lady ” might get this for me for a Christmas/birthday present. Thanks
The Slam Stick Travel rod is $191, and the Otis 2500 reel is $120 (both member prices). This combo makes for a very good setup for inshore saltwater fishing.
What is the line rating and the lure rating for the different configurations?
That level of detail is included in the product description section on this page: https://fishstrong.com/products/slam-stick-spinning-rod-travel?_pos=1&_psq=travel&_ss=e&_v=1.0
How much
It’s $239.99 for public, and just $191.99 for members for now at the introductory pricing. The demand has been higher than we had planned for, so the price will likely be going up soon.
Interesting pricing philosophy. With demand exceeding planned sales, raise the price to bring production in line with demand. Saw that recently with the 20% Slot Machine rod increase. An alternate philosophy is to increase production capability which usually results in the marginal cost of production declining due to economies of scale.
An area that remains cloudy is how the Crecera Brands’ acquisition impacts future demand for SS products. For example, will their 300,000 members be able to purchase SS products at a discount? Your stated objective of greatly enlarging the SS membership by expanding beyond saltwater inshore to fresh water and all of the U.S., and hunting, is another decision potentially impacting demand. While branding your own products and relying on brand loyalty can extract premium pricing, I think you’ll find there’s limits to it along the lines of increasing membership fees, only to return to the previous price.
We did not raise the price of the Slam Stick Travel rod for this second batch because we were able to get a much bigger order quantity in this round.
The Crecera members do not automatically get access to Salt Strong Insider Club pricing.
:). You will be increasing price because of higher demand??…
I just can’t believe you said that… 🙂
I am planning a trip to the Northern Rockies for an elk hunt. There are supposed to be several lakes with trout and pike. I would typically need 2 rods for that, but this setup seems ideal! Now I can throw light spinners for trout and after a quick adjustment, some bigger spoons for pike. I was going to buy a Shimano Zodias travel rod, but I was torn on which model to get for multi-species. The answer presented itself. Thanks guys. Looking forward to the flexibility this package will offer.
Looks like this rod came out at the perfect time for you. I hope you’re hunting/fishing trip is an absolute blast.
Thanks Luke. Tight Lines.
Great video awesome presentation and the travel rod and case is impressive…
Thanks Thomas!
Imo, not a lot of difference when comparing ML to M and moderate to fast. Again just my opinion. A more versatile 4 in 1 rod would encompass 4 rods rated for different lure ratings. Say ML, M, MH, H. But I get the difficulty in designing such.
Any Plans for a Medium Heavy Action version?
Yes, I already have a prototype version of the same style travel rod which can switch from Medium to Medium Heavy power. It’ll be in stock later this year assuming that the testing continues to go well similar to how the ML-M version performed in testing done earlier this year.
If you already have the ML/M version, would the MH possibly be add-on sections (still using the original butt section) or would it require a completely new set?
Already have the Toadfish travel spinning rod which includes 5 interchangeable pieces. Seems nearly identical to this one. What are major differences? Guide spacing is presumably one; longer cast given 7’6” vs. 7’2”; not sure about differences with rod case (roughly same length but not sure about weight, aluminum, more crush resistant?).
You might look at warranty as it says accidental replacement can be had for 1/2 MSRP, or $99.50. It looks like someone linked the Slam Stick without making revisions so it works for both. Think about whether an MSRP price be specified now or simply MSRP when the warranty event takes place given an unsettled economic environment.
The biggest difference between this Slam Stick travel rod compared to the Toadfish travel rod (I have that rod too) is casting performance. The slam stick is a longer overall rod with a shorter butt section while also guides that are customized for 2500 and 3000 sized reels, so it casts noticeable farther. Also, the power levels on the Toadfish are weaker than industry standards to the point where I have trouble getting good hooksets while using weedless soft plastic lures even with the Medium power mid-section in use… that issue completely goes away with the slam stick travel rod which has stronger ratings and a longer blank which provides plenty of hookset power for punching through soft plastic material before getting a good grip on the fish.
Good point on the warranty… we’ll of course be very lenient for any members who have issues. I accidentally went under a low bridge while testing it out and it held up great to the accidental rubbing on coarse concrete, so I’ll be shocked if anyone has issues with this rod.