Kickedback Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 I have both but always lean towards a one pc. Does anyone know if any rod features are affected between the two? I'm looking for a new rod and will appreciate any comments. Doog Quote
OntarioFishingGuy Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 I really prefer 2pc rods. The portability aspect is worth more than the 'added sensitivity' which is probably such a small difference that it can't be felt. The only reason I even have 1pc rods is that there are not many casting rods made in 2pc. 1 Quote
Big C Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 One piece rod. Then if you break it you have a two piece. Win-Win 4 Quote
LunkerFisher Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 I recently was looking at 2 St. Croix premier spinning rods. Both were 6'6" medium light with a fast action rating. The 2 piece had much more tip compared to the one piece, despite being rated the same. I can't testify that all 1pc vs 2pc rods share this same difference, but in that instance I opted for the 1 piece due to the faster tip. Quote
LunkerFisher Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 Another comparison that I just remembered, in regards to the BPS tourney special casting rod. 2 6'6" medium heavy-fast rods. The blank on the 1 piece was noticeably larger in diameter than the 2 piece at the grip. The rods had identical lure weight ratings, but I imagine that the thicker blank is stiffer than the thinner 2 piece blank. Quote
Dvigs16 Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 I think the biggest difference is the sensitivity, now how much of it is played out by big brand companies vs real feeling....who knows.... I think your biggest answer should be what your travelling with and the space you have....I had a car before when I was younger and its a heck of a lot easier to throw a two piece in the trunk then drop down a back seat and try to fit the one piece... Now that I got the truck and a boat the rods stay in the boat all summer so its no longer a issue to have to have 1 or 2 piece rods.....All in the situation and preference. In my eyes if it affected the rod that much there wouldn't be 2-300+ dollar 2 piece rods.... 1 Quote
Big C Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 Seriously the one piece is way better. Look at all the higher end (more expensive) rod companies. You'll have a hard time finding a 2 piece. Unless it's specifically for travel. Quote
Alpha Male Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 Seriously the one piece is way better. Look at all the higher end (more expensive) rod companies. You'll have a hard time finding a 2 piece. Unless it's specifically for travel. I dont think thats what theyre thinking about. I think its a cost effective issue. its easier, faster, and cheaper to build a one-piece rod. Im not saying that they arent better I just dont think any big company couldnt build a superb 2-piece rod. Quote
bigturtle Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 Aside from debatable difference in sensitivity, 2 piece rods do not distribute the load as evenly as a 1pc. Due to the nature of the joints, they are unable to flex in the same way as a 1pc rod, therefore building up extra stress in that area. This seems more relevant in lighter powered parabolic rods, but can cause problems in more power rods as well, which may lead to breakage above the joints. 1 Quote
Super User Senko lover Posted March 20, 2015 Super User Posted March 20, 2015 I use two-piece for transportability and it comes in handy, especially long family trips. Especially. Quote
DaveT63 Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 It depends on rod quality. St Croix makes a 2-pc Legend Elite rod that I love. I honestly can't feel a difference between it and my Elite 1-pc rods. I imagine if you get down into the BPS rods, or St Croix Triumph series, it wouldn't be nearly as seamless going from a 1-pc to a 2-pc. Quote
Super User WIGuide Posted March 20, 2015 Super User Posted March 20, 2015 2 Piece used to not be as sensitive, but they've come a long way over the years. As big turtle said, they can have different actions than their 1 piece counterparts because the added stiffness of the joint. They are also just a touch heavier because they have to build up the joint. Is it enough to make them bad rods? No, but unless I had a space constraint I'd only fish with 1 piece rods. Quote
tin boat Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 I have some 2 piece rods from my smaller boat days, and I don't know if age got them or what, but I was pitching the top half in the water a few times a day, but I ended up epoxying them together. Quote
looking4structure Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 All my casting rods are 1 piece . Several of my spinning rods are 2 piece. I haven't really noticed any difference In any sensitivity with either. I do like the fact the the 2 piece rods are easier to store in a rod locker. Quote
Delaware Valley Tackle Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 A modern blank with built in ferrules is plenty strong and sensitive provided it is a quality blank to begin with. Fly and float rods come in as many as many as 4 pieces and routinely land bigger and stronger fish than a bass and this includes noodle rods that bend all the way into the handle. The lure weight rating on 1 vs 2 pc. rods in the same line may vary slightly but the action shouldn't given the ferrule is well below the tip. If it does, just look at another model. It's true that better quality 2 pc blanks are labeled as "Travel Blanks" but what's that matter as long as it does what you want? More one piece are made and sold based on demand. 2 Quote
fishangdood Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 A modern blank with built in ferrules is plenty strong and sensitive provided it is a quality blank to begin with. Fly and float rods come in as many as many as 4 pieces and routinely land bigger and stronger fish than a bass and this includes noodle rods that bend all the way into the handle. The lure weight rating on 1 vs 2 pc. rods in the same line may vary slightly but the action shouldn't given the ferrule is well below the tip. If it does, just look at another model. It's true that better quality 2 pc blanks are labeled as "Travel Blanks" but what's that matter as long as it does what you want? More one piece are made and sold based on demand. x 2 St-st-st-stamp! Quote
bassinOUT89 Posted March 20, 2015 Posted March 20, 2015 Not that it matters but I've never seen a pro using a 2 piece rod. Not that it matters much, but how many pro's have you fished with, or actually seen their arsenal? Quote
Super User J Francho Posted March 20, 2015 Super User Posted March 20, 2015 Most of my bass rods are one piece, save a couple travel rods. Both my float rods and fly rods are two or three piece. Honestly, sensitivity has more to do with the blank quality and build over how many pieces. It just so happens that many low end rods come in two piece. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted March 20, 2015 Super User Posted March 20, 2015 Put 'em away ladies. Quote
Kickedback Posted March 21, 2015 Author Posted March 21, 2015 Wow, that's a lot to think about. I think that another 2 pc will be my choice and for just the easy part of storage. I don't think that I can feel the diff. any more any way. Thanks for all of your thoughts. Quote
papajoe222 Posted March 21, 2015 Posted March 21, 2015 Up until the last six years or so my tow vehicle was a car an aside from my flipping stick, all my rods were two piece and fit in my trunk. Now I have a truck and the rods I have that are too long to fit in it are kept on the deck of my boat. The only advantage I can see to one over the other is portability. I imagine a shore bound angler would prefer the two piece if they need to walk any distance to their favorite honey hole, too. Quote
Crutch Posted March 21, 2015 Posted March 21, 2015 Growing up I always used 2 piece rods and just up until recently I switched over to 1 piece.. I like the 1 piece rods that I've been using, but they are much better quality than the two-piece rods that I grew up with. Transportation can be an issue but I really do like my 1 piece rods. Quote
Super User DogBone_384 Posted March 21, 2015 Super User Posted March 21, 2015 I have.1 & 2 piece spinning & casting rods. I use 2 piece rods when I fish while mountain biking or when space is limited. I don't notice a difference in sensitivity between them, even my 1 & 2 piece Veritas. I also have a Diawa Ardito 3 piece rod and find it as sensitive as most other rods I use. The Ardito is typical Daiwa build quality : A++ Quote
Super User F14A-B Posted March 21, 2015 Super User Posted March 21, 2015 Once upon a time, it was very difficult to obtain a Quailty 2,3,4 piece rod.. That is NOT, the case today. Choose the tool you need, with confidence! Quote
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