Feeder rods are designed for bottom fishing, and their name comes from the English word "feeder", meaning "bait cage" or "feeder". These rods are typically equipped with interchangeable tips of varying stiffness, allowing anglers to adjust to different fishing conditions. Feeder rods are highly versatile, making it possible to catch almost any fish species that inhabit the bottom layer of any body of water.

Advantages of Feeder Rods

Compared to other bottom fishing tackle, feeder rods offer a key advantage: they use heavy feeders that deliver bait precisely to the same spot as the hook bait. This enables accurate feeding, increasing the chances of attracting fish. Otherwise, feeder rods resemble standard fishing rods in structure and use.

Types of Feeder Rods

Feeder rods are classified based on the maximum casting weight of the feeder:

Light feeder (up to 40g) – Suitable for fishing in calm waters with short casting distances.

Medium feeder (40–80g) – A versatile choice, used in moderate currents and for medium-range casting.

Heavy feeder (80g+) – Designed for strong currents, deep waters, or long-distance casting.

Additionally, there are intermediate models between light and medium as well as medium and heavy. The choice depends on the fishing conditions and desired casting distance.

Sensitivity of Feeder Tips

Feeder rods differ in tip sensitivity, which determines how much force is needed to bend the tip.

Extra-sensitive tips respond to the slightest touch, even to a gentle breeze.

Stiff tips require significant force to bend and are less affected by wind or water currents.

Choosing the right tip depends on the target fish species, water conditions, and personal preference.