{"product_id":"southbend-tsp-proton-telescopic-6-medium-action-spinning-rod-w-cork-handle","title":"SouthBend TSP Proton Telescopic 6' Medium Action Spinning Rod w\/Cork Handle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e6-foot telescopic spinning rod that collapses for travel — medium action, cork handle, ready for trout and panfish.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe South Bend TSP Proton is a 6-foot telescopic spinning rod that collapses down for easy transport and storage. Medium action blank with a cork handle for comfortable grip. Designed for trout, panfish, and light freshwater fishing where portability matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: Sou102\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Telescopic — collapses for transport and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandle: Cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTarget species: Trout, panfish, light freshwater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA telescopic rod eliminates the need for a rod tube or case — it collapses to a fraction of its fishing length and fits in a pack, car trunk, or luggage. The cork handle is more comfortable than EVA foam in cold conditions and provides better sensitivity for detecting light bites. Medium action handles a wide range of light freshwater presentations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hikers, backpackers, travelers, and anglers who want a portable, packable spinning rod for trout and panfish fishing on the go.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"South Bend","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48470668640499,"sku":"Sou102","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0810\/5109\/1187\/files\/ca1dda86-12-163.jpg?v=1770156097","url":"https:\/\/www.tangledtrailsgear.com\/products\/southbend-tsp-proton-telescopic-6-medium-action-spinning-rod-w-cork-handle","provider":"Tangled Trails Outdoor Gear LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}