Help Finding A Telescopic Rod

[BassMaster#1]

I had a 7'9" kistler micro magnesium ts crankbait rod that broke on my last outing. I sent it back to tackle warehouse for a replacement, but just received an email they don't carry the rod anymore. My $120 was refunded but now I'm in the market for a new rod. Wish I could just find this rod again for the same price I played for it.

Maybe someone can help me find another perfect crankbait rod. Needs to be under $150 somewhere in the 7'6" to 7'10", telescopic and handle 6xd and dd22. Would also prefer split grip and micro. Thanks for the help

[Lancer09]

You may find some help down here in the fly fishing section, but I doubt crank bait rods are much a specialty down here.

[BassMaster#1]

Seems they stop making them. I know the bass pro cranking stick is telescopic but was looking for a glass rod. May just have to get that. Thanks

[2sheds]

Five years back, the only telescoping rod I could find was a child's starter kit - about $20 for 6' rod, reel (throw-away) and a dozen bobbers and rubber grubs. The rod has been great for canoe float fishing - handles Eleven Point trout and smallmouth up to 3# in fast water.

[MarkinKC]

Try www.bnmpoles.com

I bought a crappie rod from them in the spring and was pleased with the price,quality, etc. I see they have a few telescopic poles in stock.

[RSBreth]

Does it have to be a telescoping rod to fit in a rod locker? Otherwise I wouldn't bother - just makes the rod heavier and kind of clunky.

Otherwise I'd try the Bass Pro Crankin' Stik - I don't like the "Powerhump" handle shape so I sand it off.

Post this in the Table Rock forumn and you'd get more responses - this isn't anything to do with flyfishing.