Our popping rods were originally designed for casting LIVE BAIT (mainly shrimp), under a popping cork out on the flats, but freshwater anglers have found umpteen other uses for them as well. These rods have a relatively soft tip, which allows your bait to land softly and QUIETLY, even on long casts, another plus when the water's skinny and the fish spook easily. At the same time, they're powerful rods, capable of handling surprisingly large fish. They come in a variety of lengths for different applications. The top four guides and tip-top feature oversized rings to handle large knots for shock tippets. GREAT rods for great fish.

The PR844 is a good all-around flats rod for a number of different species. Works well with the smaller types of live bait like shrimp, minnows and small crabs, casting spoons and jigs equally well. It is a fast-action rod, but leans towards moderate a bit, making it a good rod for some freshwater applications as well. Saltwater anglers that fish for bass will find this rod to be great for crankbaits and even spinnerbaits. It's also good for big trout, steelhead and small salmon. It's about as versatile a casting rod as we make.