Fishing Rod Terminology
Action: This describes how much of the rod bends when you put pressure on the tip. A fast action rod will bend in only the top third or less of the blank, a medium or moderate action will bend in the top half or so and a slow action will bend starting in the lower third of the rod.
Fast to very fast actions generally provide better sensitivity and faster power for hooksetting. By faster power we mean the rod ‘shuts off’ faster, or the bend ends higher on the blank, which means you don’t have to move the rod as far on the hookset to get into the stiffer part of the blank.
Medium and medium-fast rods will usually provide a little more casting distance and still provide adequate hooksetting power.
Taper: Taper describes not only the thickness of the rod but also the thickness of the wall of the blank and where along the blank less material is used allowing more bend.
Power: This describes the strength of the rod or it’s lifting power. Power ratings are usually described as heavy, medium heavy, medium, etc. Power is closely related to the line strength. It is fairly important to keep your line test within the limits printed on the rod since a heavy power rod will snap light lines too easily and heavy lines can snap a light rod. Power ratings vary by the type of rod described; a heavy freshwater rod and a heavy offshore rod will definitely not feel the same. One might be rated for 25lb line and the other for 80lb line.
Responsiveness: Related to modulus this is the terminology that reflects the ability of the entire rod to flex under load and release the stored energy in the cast. The lighter the rod, especially the tip, the more responsive it will be.
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Rod Action Chart
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| IM Ratings: Used to classify rods according to the modulus
content. Modulus (Graphite content) is a term that describes the
stiffness to weight ratio of the graphite that’s used to create the rod
blank. The higher the IM rating the higher the modulus rating of the
blank. Increase the modulus and the reaction speed and power of the rod
increases, providing crisper overall performance. | |
Pflueger Reel features
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Ultimate Braking System
With this patent pending design, an adjustable six-pin centrifugal brake system is combined with an externally adjustable magnetic brake system to provide a virtually limitless range of spool control settings. Both braking systems work in conjunction with each other to provide the ultimate casting experience. The primary function of the centrifugal brake system is to control spool speed and prevent backlash at the beginning of the cast when spool RPM’s are the greatest. The magnetic brake system slows the spool down near the end of the cast to prevent line overrun.
For optimal casting performance, experiment with the Ultimate Brake System™ for the set-up that best suits your fishing needs.
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Centrifugal Braking System
This patented Centrifugal Braking System is completely self-contained. The brakes are locked within a containment plate that still allows the angler to adjust the number of brakes to have on or off. The primary function of the centrifugal brake system is to control spool speed and prevent backlash at the beginning of the cast when the spool RPM’s are the greatest. The brake weights can easily be locked or “disengaged” for a faster spool rotation to maximize your casting distance. |  |
Magnetic Braking System
The Pflueger magnetic braking system utilizes a set of magnets that affect the rotation of the spool. The closer the magnets are to the spool, the slower it will spin. Our reels with this feature use an adjustable dial on the side plate to pull the magnets away from the spool and allow the spool to spin at higher RPM’s. Once the angler sets the magnetic braking system to their individual needs, the magnets take over and deliver the ability to make those long, accurate casts without backlash. |  |
Double Shielded Ball Bearings
The shields fit between the inner and outer races and provide protection to the bearings by preventing dirt and grit from settling in the race area. These bearings are made out of chrome or stainless steel. |  |
Sealed Ball Bearings
Both sides of these bearings are fully sealed with a polymer cover between inner and outer races. These seals protect the ball bearings by keeping lubrication in and by keeping dirt, debris and moisture out. Sealed bearings are normally placed in key locations most likely to be subject to exposure from the elements. These types of ball bearing are made out of stainless steel.
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Open Ball Bearings
Open bearings are easy to identify because the small metal balls are visible from either side of the bearing. These bearings are normally located deep within the reel in areas where exposure to salt, moisture or the elements is unlikely. If the bearing description does not specify ‘sealed’ or ‘shielded’, they are most likely ‘open’. |  |
One-Way Clutch Bearing
Also known as a or ‘instant anti-reverse’, the clutch bearing consists of a number of needle bearings which turn in one direction only. With a clutch bearing there is no back play which delivers faster, more solid hook sets.
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Superlight Magnesium
Magnesium body and rotor creates a reel that is extremely light in weight. While the magnesium is lightweight, it is also a super strong metal that can easily withstand torquing, which keeps all the inner components in line and working smoothly. The weight also allows the angler to fish with this reel cast after cast and show very little arm fatigue, making it possible to fish longer.
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Metal Series
Metal frames are precision-crafted to guarantee all the moving parts are in line and functioning smoothly. The frames have higher tolerances in production, so that when the reel is assembled, each moving part fits precisely without play. This makes reeling in smoother and causes less stress and wear on the internal components of the reel. |  |
Titanium line guide
Super smooth and ultra strong, titanium offers superior line protection at this critical point. |  |
High speed
Fast Gear ratio’s for high speed retrieves with less effort. Perfect for ripping lures through the water triggering fast moving fish to strike. |  |
Sealed drag
The Drag system is protected from the elements by a water resistant seal for extreme fishing conditions |  |
Tritek Drag washer
A specifically formulated hybrid material offering a combination of smoothness, power, durability and low start up inertia to the drag system. |  |
Smart Click ratchet system
The system sounds a loud click only when the line pays out and is silent when winding the handle. |  |