Free Spirit Telical Rod 10ft 3.50lb SU 50mm

  
A compact telescopic-butt rod range designed to deliver genuine Helical performance in a much shorter transport length. Free Spirit Fishing is pleased to introduce the new Telical carp rod range, a compact telescopic-butt series developed for anglers who need shorter transport length without accepting the usual compromise in action, balance or fish-playing performance. Built around the same core carbon philosophy as the main Helical carp rods, the Telical range uses high-quality Hankook and Toray carbons with a matching helical tape lay-up, giving the rods the slim, light, crisp and progressive character associated with the Helical family.

The result is a highly practical rod range that is easier to carry, store and transport, yet still feels like a proper performance carp rod when assembled. The design uses a telescopic butt section paired with a shorter top section, allowing the rods to extend to either 10ft or 6ft, depending on the model, while packing down significantly shorter than a conventional two-piece rod. The 10ft models close down to just 49in / 1245mm, while the 6ft model closes down to only 29.5in / 750mm.

This makes the range ideal for mobile sessions, travel, boat work, discreet vehicle storage, short-range carp fishing, stalking, and tight swims where conventional rod lengths can be awkward. The 6ft model is also a particularly useful travel rod, small enough to pack into a suitcase for opportunistic holiday fishing.

As with the wider Helical range, the emphasis is firmly on putting performance into the blank. The refined carbon construction gives the rods a smooth loading action, crisp recovery and excellent control under pressure. The finer tips make short to medium-range casting feel controlled rather than abrupt, while the progressive power transfer gives the angler confidence when playing fish in close quarters or more demanding situations.

Range Overview: The range covers four key models. The 10ft 3.25lb is the natural all-round short-format carp rod, offering a balanced blend of control, casting ease and everyday versatility. The 10ft 3.50lb SU adds extra power for stronger fish, tighter swims and more demanding situations; during prototype testing, this model landed a catfish in excess of 75lb, as well as large carp. The 10ft 4.50lb provides a genuine heavy-duty compact option, suitable for heavier fishing, travel versatility or use as a short portable spod rod.

Completing the range, the 6ft 3lb is a dedicated stalking, travel and tight-swim specialist for close-in hit-and-hold work where maximum manoeuvrability matters. The build follows the purposeful, understated look of the Helical range. Each model is finished with a DPS-18 reel seat, full shrink handle, matt black ceramic-lined LS guides, black Acetal fittings, black main whippings with red trim around the logo, and a logo butt cap. The LS ceramic-lined guides have been selected for durability and line compatibility, making them suitable for anglers using mono, braid or fluorocarbon. This rod has a 50mm ring set.