Help me understand how to read a rod

[Back Beach]

Originally Posted by FishnGrega

; SUR1266S

I tried breaking it down and I have no clue.

I'm just trying to get an understanding on all of this.

sur= surf? is this a rainshadow blank?

126= 10'6"

6S= the rod power per manufacturer's specs.

I'm guessing a little more on this one so follow up with a little more research on who makes the blank.

SeaWolf or Saltheart will probably know and can chime in.

[topwater popper]

SUR= g loomis surf blank.

Can someone shed some light on how the come up with their #s? The 1266 is a 10'6 rod, the S at the end is spinning, the "1266" I have no idea.

[Mike P]

Originally Posted by topwater popper

SUR= g loomis surf blank.

Can someone shed some light on how the come up with their #s? The 1266 is a 10'6 rod, the S at the end is spinning, the "1266" I have no idea.

126 inches in length, and a 6 power according to whatever formula that Loomis uses for its power ratings--which vary among other models of Loomis rods, let alone with other manufacturers.