Why This 4-in-1 Saltwater Travel Rod Changes Everything!
- By: Joseph Simonds
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Is this the best saltwater travel rod ever made?
After years of traveling with clunky PVC pipes, bulky rod tubes, and too many setups crammed into checked bags… we finally said enough is enough.
So we built our own.
Introducing the Slam Stick Traveler—a 4-in-1 saltwater rod that breaks down into a carry-on case, floats with a 2500-size reel, and gives you full control over your power and action. It’s built for anglers who fish hard, travel light, and demand versatility.
In this video, you’ll see:
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Why the 7’6” length matters more than you think (especially for kayak anglers)
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How this rod floats without foam when paired with a light reel
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The medium vs medium-light and fast vs moderate-fast options and how to swap them on the fly
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A secret detail we borrowed from high-end fly rods to make rigging faster and easier
We also dive into the Slam Stick and the Slot Machine—explaining when to use each and who they’re built for.
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The bottom line?
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Slot Machine = Next-level feel for serious lure anglers
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Slam Stick = Durable and sensitive without breaking the bank
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Slam Stick Traveler = The Swiss Army knife of rods for travel, kayak, or trunk setups
We put every rod through rigorous testing before it hits the store. Offshore reds, dock snook, big grouper, you name it—we fish them hard before recommending them.
Tight lines,
Joe Simonds
Salt Strong Cofounder
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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).
Wow am I glad I watched this podcast. I almost pulled the trigger on the new travel rod because I want one to just keep in the truck and to be able to safely take a rod to the beach when the back of the truck is full of the kids’ beach stuff, tent, cooler, etc, but I am torn between it and owning a medium heavy rod since I already have two medium set ups. Waiting for the upcoming medium/medium heavy option will take care of all my needs! Hopefully it won’t be too long before its rolled out!
What would be really cool is to lengthen the case a bit and add a small compartment with a zipper on the other end of the rod storage to put a reel in!
More great news!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1
I have one ordered. I can’t wait to get it!!!
Mine is on order and I should have it coming in one day this week, maybe tomorrow being I recvd msg stating on the way …. Very good video Luke and Joe, well presented and very informative…. I hope I’m able to use my soon ….. Thanks Guys
Great video guys! Quick question… what do you carry the reels in when you use this travel rod?
Scott
Reel can easily fit in regular bags and/or tackle boxes that we bring along on travel trips. Rods are longer than most bags and more fragile than most other items, so they need their own protective case so they don’t get damaged while on travel.
Traveler Just delivered today. Can’t wait to try it
Thanks, will be considering this for sure
Nice..!
THANK YOU YET AGAIN! Always learn something new and definitely will try the travel rod! May gift one to each of my three sons.
I like that it has two tips. Bought many travel rods over the years for canoe wilderness trips, the tip breaking when moving through thick brush destroyed a lot of my rods.