| Shimano ___________________________________________ • Price Range: $50-$700 ___________________________________________ • Types of Rods: Spinning, Casting ___________________________________________ • Length Range: 4′-10′ ___________________________________________ • Power Range: Ultra-Light – Heavy ___________________________________________ • Action Range: Slow – Extra Fast | Kistler ___________________________________________ • Price Range: $100-$500 ___________________________________________ • Types of Rods: Spinning, Casting ___________________________________________ • Length Range: 5′-7’6″ ___________________________________________ • Power Range: Ultra-Light – Heavy ___________________________________________ • Action Range: Moderate – Extra Fast |
Shimano and Kistler are two well-known manufacturers of fishing rods. While both offer high quality rods, there are some differences in the selection and prices offered. Shimano offers a wide variety of spinning and casting rods ranging from 4’ to 10’ and from ultra-light to heavy models. Prices begin at $50 and go up to $700. Kistler’s selection of rods includes spinning, casting, and surf rods, ranging in length from 5’ to 7’6”. Prices start at $100 and go up to $500. Action on Kistler’s rods ranges from moderate to extra fast, while Shimano’s rods range from slow to extra fast. Both companies provide a great selection of rods for anglers of all levels and preferences.