Portable Lake & River Fishing Set – 2.1m Telescopic Rod & A2000 Lightweight Reel

A compact trout spinning setup for NZ rivers and lake shores

This Trout Fishing Rod and Reel Combo brings together a 2.1 m telescopic carbon fibre rod, an A2000 spinning reel and a 500 m spool of green 10 lb fishing line. It’s a practical setup for fishing from the bank on medium-sized rivers and open lake shores, where you have room to cast and may need to reach beyond the shallows or work a lure across a current seam.

The three components suit the same kind of fishing. The 2.1 m rod gives you reach to steer your line over near-bank rocks or lift it clear of faster water. The compact A2000 reel matches the rod length and lets you vary your retrieve as a lure moves between fast and slow water. The 10 lb line suits spots where trout can run into stronger current or where you’re retrieving past weed beds, rocks or submerged timber.

Key Features

• The 2.1 m telescopic rod is rated for 8–25 g lures, so you can fish spoons, spinners and soft baits within that range.
• The rod collapses to 48.5 cm, making it easy to stow in the car or carry between fishing spots.
• The A2000 spinning reel weighs approximately 187 g and has a 5.2:1 gear ratio for general lure fishing.
• The green 0.235 mm nylon and fluorocarbon hybrid line has a rated breaking strain of 10 lb and comes on a separate 500 m spool.

Specifications

• Rod: Sougayilang SFRT21S telescopic carbon fibre spinning rod.
• Rod length: 2.1 m extended and 48.5 cm collapsed.
• Lure weight rating: 8–25 g.
• Reel: A2000 spinning reel with a 5.2:1 gear ratio and an approximate weight of 187 g.
• Line: Suckerme green nylon and fluorocarbon hybrid with a 0.235 mm diameter and a rated breaking strain of 10 lb (4.5 kg).
• Included: One spinning rod, one spinning reel and one 500 m spool of fishing line.

Benefits

1. Work a river seam from the bank. Cast a spoon or spinner across the flow and use the reach of the 2.1 m rod to manage the line as the lure swings through the current. The 10 lb line is a practical choice where a hooked trout can use the flow to its advantage.
2. Fish more of the lake margin. Cast past the shallow shelf or work a lure parallel to a weed edge. Start with a lighter spoon within the rod’s rating in calm conditions, or try a heavier one within the same range when you want to fish deeper.
3. Cover different water with one setup. A spoon or spinner is a straightforward starting point for open water. A soft bait on a suitable jighead gives you another option for a deeper pool or drop-off. Count the jighead and soft bait together when checking the lure weight.
4. Pack the rod down between stops. The 48.5 cm collapsed length makes the combo practical for road trips and walk-in spots. The separate 500 m spool gives you spare line for future refills.

Common Questions

• Q: Why choose the 2.1 m rod over a 1.8 m rod for trout?
  A: Choose the 2.1 m rod when you fish open banks and want more reach to guide line around rocks, weed or near-bank current. A 1.8 m rod is easier to swing in tight streams with overhanging branches.
• Q: What lure should I start with?
  A: An 8–15 g spoon or spinner is a practical starting point. Try the lighter end for shallower water and a heavier spoon when you need to get deeper. Keep the total lure weight within the rod’s 8–25 g rating.
• Q: Is 10 lb line a good choice for NZ trout?
  A: It suits bigger rivers and lake margins where you fish around rocks, weed or stronger current. If you mainly fish clear, shallow streams with tiny lures, thinner line can help with a more subtle presentation.
• Q: How much of the included 10 lb line fits on the A2000 reel?
  A: Allow about 90 m per fill. The published capacities for thinner line give an estimated range of roughly 80–105 m for this 0.235 mm line. Actual capacity depends on winding tension and how full you fill the reel spool. The combo includes a separate 500 m spool, so you’ll have line left for several refills.

Summary

Choose this combo if your trout fishing takes you from open river runs to lake shores. The 2.1 m rod gives you reach from the bank, the A2000 reel keeps the setup compact and the included 10 lb line suits water with stronger flow or more structure. Start with a spoon in the 8–15 g range and adjust the lure weight to suit the depth and current.