Poodle Tail End Of Rod 2024
livemusic reply :
I am new to using a spinning rod. My Berkley Shock 7' rod has what I see is called a poodle-tail end. The part below the reel is too long for my liking, it sometimes snags on my shirt. Is this normal, lol? I might need to find something with a shorter end section. Why so long?
kikstand454 reply :
I've never heard it called that- but it isn't really any longer than a full cork grip for the same sized rod.
J Francho reply :
A poodle tail? What is that? Anyway, you might consider a custom for you special requirements. They're not as expensive as you think, and you get more for your money.
livemusic reply :
I note that St. Croix spinning rods have various length end handles.
The poodle tail designation has to do with modern rods having that skinny section and then the bulb end, like a poodle dog's manicured tail.
flyfisher reply :
so you mean a split grip? I have never heard of the poodle tail analogy before...
Delaware Valley Tackle reply :
Poodle Tail is a new one on me. But, yes too long of a rear grip can be cumbersome however is not related to whether it is a full or split grip.
J Francho reply :
Ok, but I thought you had a Beekley Rod? I'm lost. The poodle thing has me confused.
Anyway, I find certain butt cap materials catch my shirt more than others. EVA is one of those.
Alonerankin2 reply :
Saw it off, ream out the hair ball ( poodle ) bulb end and reglue... Seriously, those rods are pretty inexpensive, right?
livemusic reply :
I had to go look at my rod, lol, the image of the Berkley Shock online did not show a split grip. Forget poodle tail, call it split grip, lol. I been out of fishing for quite awhile, lol. Anyway, my rod does have the split grip and I'm guessing it is 10" from the butt end of the rod to the shaft of the reel that hangs down.
I mentioned St. Croix; apparently people do have preferences on this because they do offer different length handles. I can see why you would need long for generating leverage throwing a bait a very long way. I can throw my frog a LONG way with my 7.5' Cashion MH and Lew's TP reel by using a two-hand cast. Other than that, a long handle kinda gets in the way.
smalljaw67 reply :
I just want to know where you heard a split grip called a poodle tail? Seriously, that is the first time I ever heard it called that.
J Francho reply :
Can't forget it now! I can edit your profile to reflect all that is THE POODLE TAIL!
Ok, I'm done teasing.
You could try cutting down and putting a rubber cap on the end.
kikstand454 reply :
^ this. I'm probably going to do that to some inexpensive rods this summer and try it out in my kayak.
Dyerbassman reply :
On 4/30/2015 at 2:21 AM, smalljaw67 said:I just want to know where you heard a split grip called a poodle tail? Seriously, that is the first time I ever heard it called that.
And it shall be called that from here on out.
5fishlimit reply :
This thread provided me with the afternoon laugh I was needing!
Alonerankin2 reply :
French or toy? It could matter... hehe!
Ok, I'm done picking on you...
S Hovanec reply :
I giggle every time I scroll past this!
livemusic reply :
I have no idea where I got 'poodle tail' but I thought everybody would know what I am talking about, lol. Before my fishing hiatus, when I was bigtime into fishing decades ago, the internet didn't exist. Now, in less than a month, I have a bazillion code words to google and learn about. People use a ton of acronyms and jargon about any subject these days. What the heck, poodle tail is sexier than split grip. If I were making rods, that's what I would call it, lol. Marketing 101.
Alonerankin2 reply :
We are only teasing..no harm meant
J Francho reply :
Marketing 101? 
livemusic reply :
I bet that proud poodle would make one heckuva duck dog.
Alonerankin2 reply :
Lol..
Mccallister25 reply :
Good stuff!! I have nothing to add, but this thread put a smile on my face.
Josh Smith reply :
To the OP:
I just go to the BPS site and make sure that anything I order is an "A" handle. It's just the shortest grip. Some are pistol grips and some (most) are just short split grips or short straight grips.
Regards,
Josh
J Francho reply :
You can't just order any rod with an "A" handle - there's usually only a couple rods with the short handle. If you want something not on the list, then custom is the way to go.
Surfcaster reply :
"Poodle Tail" grip aside, how do you like the 7' Berkley Lightning/Shock spinning rod. What action/power is it? Does is throw light baits good? I always thought the Lightning rod series was a good rod for the price. I think you can get the Shock rod at Wally World for about $40. Which again would make it ok to modify the handle without risking damage to a high $ rod.
livemusic reply :
On 4/30/2015 at 9:59 AM, Surfcaster said:"Poodle Tail" grip aside, how do you like the 7' Berkley Lightning/Shock spinning rod. What action/power is it? Does is throw light baits good? I always thought the Lightning rod series was a good rod for the price. I think you can get the Shock rod at Wally World for about $40. Which again would make it ok to modify the handle without risking damage to a high $ rod.
I went to BPS to buy it and they were out of 7' Med; the guy talked me into a Lightning Rod (not Shock); it was $50. After I bought it, I decided I really wanted the Shock. I returned it and bought the 7' Med Shock at Walmart fo $40 and added 2 yrs of insurance for only $3. I like the rod and I am able to flick finesse baits and weightless flukes with ease. I have caught quite a few bass on it already on flukes, shakey head 1/8 oz worm and spinnerbait. Setting the hook on texas rigged plastics has been fine.
Glenn reply :
On 4/30/2015 at 6:30 AM, livemusic said:I bet that proud poodle would make one heckuva duck dog.
I see what you did there. 
kingmotorboat reply :
If split grip is a poodle tail then what's a full grip?
Delaware Valley Tackle reply :
On 4/30/2015 at 6:08 AM, J Francho said:Marketing 101?
Does he sit in the chair next to you at restaurants and order off the menu?
J Francho reply :
No, silly! I always do the ordering for my date!
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