Review: Guideline Travel Rod Bag – compact travel rod bag for fly fishers
Anyone who regularly goes fly fishing knows the problem: rods, reels, lines, accessories - everything needs to be stowed away safely, as compactly as possible and without unnecessary weight. This is exactly where the Travel Rod Bag from Guideline comes in. A well thought-out rod bag that not only offers space for several rods, but can also hold the complete tackle for the next trip.
We tested the Travel Rod Bag while travelling and on the water and quickly realised that this is a piece of equipment that you use once and then never want to do without again. In this video, we present all the important details and features of our price-performance winner.
Plenty of space for rods - without bulky rod tubes
The basic concept of the Travel Rod Bag is as simple as it is clever. Instead of lugging around several hard rod tubes, the rods can be transported directly in the bag. This saves weight, reduces the pack size and provides significantly more flexibility when travelling.
- Up to six four-piece single-handed rods up to 9.6 ft.
- Or up to four six-piece two-handed rods up to 13.9 ft.
- Transport possible without separate rod tubes
This is particularly noticeable when travelling by plane or on longer car journeys. Fewer individual parts, less weight - and still everything safely stowed away.
Well thought-out interior for all your tackle
In addition to the large rod compartment, the Travel Rod Bag has a second, spacious main compartment for reels, lines and other accessories. This compartment can be subdivided individually with three variable dividers.
- Large additional compartment for reels, lines and accessories
- Three freely positionable dividers with Velcro system
- Customised division depending on trip and equipment
There are also several small mesh zip pockets in the lid. Fly tins, nippers, pliers, leaders or tippet material can be neatly stowed here and remain ready to hand at all times.
Robust, safe and suitable for travelling
The Travel Rod Bag is opened via a two-way zip all the way round. This allows the bag to be opened completely, which makes loading much easier and provides a good overview of the contents.
- All-round two-way zip
- Eyelets for a small lock to secure when travelling
- Large outer pocket for mobile phone, documents or wallet
- Small fastening straps for tools or accessories
- Address pocket with transparent window
A particularly useful detail when travelling by plane: the zip eyelets can be secured with a small lock . This keeps your tackle protected and keeps prying eyes out.
Comfortable transport despite large contents
With a weight of around two kilograms, the Travel Rod Bag remains pleasantly light. A sturdy carrying handle and a padded shoulder strap are available for transport.
- Sturdy carrying handle
- Padded shoulder strap
- Non-slip silicone on the shoulder pad to prevent slipping
The non-slip shoulder area is particularly useful at airports or on long journeys to the water. The bag stays where it belongs - and does not have to be constantly readjusted.
Protection that inspires confidence
What particularly struck us during the test was the solid padding. The outer walls are so sturdy that they can hardly be dented. Even if another case lands on the bag while travelling, the tackle inside remains reliably protected.
And this is ultimately the crucial point: a rod bag must inspire confidence. Because nothing is more annoying than arriving at your destination and having to retrieve damaged rods from your luggage.
Conclusion - a real must-have for travelling and everyday life
When travelling, a rod bag that can hold as much tackle and accessories as possible - and that reliably protects everything - is indispensable for us. This is exactly what the Guideline Travel Rod Bag does, whether you're travelling or on a long trip.
In the test, we were particularly impressed by the combination of generous storage space, well thought-out organisation, solid padding and a very attractive price. An astonishing amount of equipment fits inside and yet everything remains compact, clearly organised and securely stowed away.
Whether you are travelling by plane to your dream water or simply driving to your home water, the Travel Rod Bag makes transporting your fly combos and the necessary accessories much easier and more relaxed.
For us, it's a rod bag that we can highly recommend - practical, robust and ideal for anyone who wants to transport their tackle in a safe and organised manner and is looking for a price-conscious solution. Tight Lines!
