Travel Rods
Travel rods are multi-piece rods designed to pack down short enough for airline luggage, car boots, and remote adventures without sacrificing fishing performance. Modern travel rod design has come a long way — today's multi-piece blanks deliver action and power that rivals their one-piece counterparts, making them the smart choice for anglers who fish beyond their backyard.
Whether you're flying to Exmouth for a GT fishing trip, driving up to Shark Bay for a camping holiday, heading to the Kimberley for barramundi, or packing light for an overseas fishing adventure, a quality travel rod means you're always ready to fish. WA's vast distances make travel rods especially practical — even a drive to the south-west or up to Geraldton benefits from compact rod storage.
At Compleat Angler Nedlands, we stock travel rods across all fishing styles from Shimano (Raider Travel, Grappler Type C Travel, Revolution Travel, Zodias Travel, Spectrum Telescopic), Yamaga Blanks (Galahad Travex, Early For Mobile, Blue Current Wizy), Bone (Voyage, Voyage X, Expedition), Daiwa (Wilderness), Ripple Fisher (Ocean Voyager GTXpedition), Jabbers (Diabolus, Fin Raiser, Jamboree, Snake Charmer, Urban Beats), NS Black Hole (Jetsetter), Lox (Yoshi Travel), Nitro (007 Travel), Nomad Design (Seacore Inshore), and Atomic (Arrowz Travel).
Browse our full rod range, pair with a compact spinning reel, and explore our light & estuary rods and offshore rods for more options. Free shipping on orders over $150.
Are multi-piece travel rods as good as one-piece rods?
Modern travel rod technology has closed the gap significantly. Premium multi-piece rods from brands like Yamaga Blanks, Ripple Fisher, and Shimano deliver action and sensitivity comparable to one-piece models. The joints are precision-engineered and many anglers can't tell the difference during a fight.
What travel rod is best for an Exmouth fishing trip?
For Exmouth, consider the Ripple Fisher Ocean Voyager GTXpedition for heavy GT and reef work, the Shimano Grappler Type C Travel for jigging, or the Bone Voyage X for versatile offshore use. Match the rod to your target species — whether that's GTs, coral trout, spangled emperor, or mangrove jack.
How many pieces do travel rods break down into?
Most travel rods break down into 3 or 4 pieces, packing into a case that fits airline carry-on or checked luggage. Some telescopic models like the Shimano Spectrum collapse even further. Typical packed lengths range from 60–80cm depending on the rod model and overall length.
Do you have travel rods for light fishing?
Yes, we carry a great range of light travel rods including the Jabbers series (Fin Raiser, Jamboree, Urban Beats), Yamaga Blue Current Wizy, Lox Yoshi Travel, and Atomic Arrowz Travel. These are perfect for estuary fishing on holiday or packing a rod for a camping trip.