Rods
At The Angling Centre West Bay we choose what we believe to be some of the best fishing rods within each price point. We cover all disaplines of fishing rods from Boat Rod, Beach Rods, Carp Rod, Coarse Rod, Fly Rods, Lure Rods from all major brands including Daiwa, Drennan, Penn, Hardy, Greys, Sonik, Major Craft plus many more.
Drennan Red Range Carp 10ft - 2.75TC
RMRH01
Red Range 10ft 2¾lb Carp Rod
Engineered with a progressive action, this rod delivers exceptional casting distance and pinpoint accuracy, helping you reach those hard-to-hit spots on carp lakes.
Despite its power, it remains forgiving when it matters most, reducing hook pulls at the net and cushioning the powerful lunges of big carp during the fight.
Designed specifically with large carp in mind, it offers the perfect balance of strength and sensitivity, making it a versatile choice for every aspect of carp fishing.
£54.99
ESP Quickdraw 4K - 10ft 2¾lb
REAA07
10ft Quickdraw 4K
With a compact 50" (127cm) pack-down length, these rods are ideal for anglers on the move, perfect for smaller vehicles and even easier to carry when paired with Quickdraw rod sleeves.
£119.99
ESP Tectrix - 10ft 3tc
REAB30
ESP Tectrix 10ft 2.75lb & 3.0lb test curve
At 10ft these multi modulus carbon blanks are lightweight and beautifully balanced. Designed for short to medium range fishing or smaller venues, rivers, canals etc.
High quality, lightweight stainless guides from 40mm butt to 12mm tip are critically spaced for optimum distance casting and accuracy.
The forward actions provide serious reserves of power and excellent shock absorption at close range
A smart, minimalist finish features DPS reel seat, full shrink rubber handle with ergonomic casting grip plus moulded ESP line clip, built on a matt black blank.
The rods also include a pair of padded rod socks to provide additional protection in transit.
£59.99
ESP Tectrix - 12ft 3¼lb
REAC32
ESP Tectrix 12ft 3.25lb, 3.5lb & 4.5lb Spod / Marker
Really smart looking rods built on matt black multi modulus carbon blanks which are responsive and well balanced.
Lightweight stainless guides in a long-range ringing pattern from 50mm butt to 16mm tip.
The forward action provides excellent casting mechanics while still retaining great fish playing shock absorption. The 3.25lb is a great all-rounder while the 3.5lb provides excellent long range performance.
The spod/marker rod works best with a midi or midi X spomb where 6 - 8oz provides optimum compression for long range.
Features include a DPS reel seat, full shrink rubber handle with ergonomic casting grip plus moulded ESP line clip.
The rods also include a pair of padded rod socks to provide additional protection in transit
£69.99
ESP Tectrix - 12ft 3½lb
REAC35
ESP Tectrix 12ft 3.25lb, 3.5lb & 4.5lb Spod / Marker
Really smart looking rods built on matt black multi modulus carbon blanks which are responsive and well balanced.
Lightweight stainless guides in a long-range ringing pattern from 50mm butt to 16mm tip.
The forward action provides excellent casting mechanics while still retaining great fish playing shock absorption. The 3.25lb is a great all-rounder while the 3.5lb provides excellent long range performance.
The spod/marker rod works best with a midi or midi X spomb where 6 - 8oz provides optimum compression for long range.
Features include a DPS reel seat, full shrink rubber handle with ergonomic casting grip plus moulded ESP line clip.
The rods also include a pair of padded rod socks to provide additional protection in transit
£69.99
ESP Tectrix12ft 4½lb Spod/Mark
REAC45
ESP Tectrix 12ft 3.25lb, 3.5lb & 4.5lb Spod / Marker
Really smart looking rods built on matt black multi modulus carbon blanks which are responsive and well balanced.
Lightweight stainless guides in a long-range ringing pattern from 50mm butt to 16mm tip.
The forward action provides excellent casting mechanics while still retaining great fish playing shock absorption. The 3.25lb is a great all-rounder while the 3.5lb provides excellent long range performance.
The spod/marker rod works best with a midi or midi X spomb where 6 - 8oz provides optimum compression for long range.
Features include a DPS reel seat, full shrink rubber handle with ergonomic casting grip plus moulded ESP line clip.
The rods also include a pair of padded rod socks to provide additional protection in transit
£69.99
PENN Tidal Africa 403 – 600–800g | Heavy-Duty Surfcasting Rod
1548370
PENN Tidal is the new and exclusive Surfcasting Series in PENN. The PENN Tidal Africa is a super powerful and strong that is capable of casting big baits or heavy leads without any effort. The special K-type guides are tangle free and are SW proof to make sure you will not get any issues with casting, even in windy conditions. Next to that, the has a special X-wrap casting grip and is equipped with a metal gimbal at the butt with EVA cap.
£189.99
£129.99
Penn Tidal XT Beach Caster
16363
The Penn Tidal XT Beach Caster is available in three different options, all designed to be used with either a fixed spool reel or multiplier and are fitted with the latest saltwater proof Fuji Alconite deep pressed frame guides. All blanks are built with a mixture of high modulus 36/40T carbon to ensure a lightweight, responsive and very slim blank. Next to that, the special Carbon X-Wrap technology adds to the strength of the and decreases twisting, thereby improving casting accuracy and control.
From £154.99
Anyfish Anywhere GT Pro FS - 13ft 8inch
AAGTPFS
The new GT PRO is super slim, lightweight and responsive. Featuring a fast, blended J-curve glass tip that provides unprecedented bite detection. The rod is beautifully balanced and designed for ease of use, reel up or reel down.
£525.00
£499.99
Anyfish Anywhere GT Pro M - 13ft 8inch
AAGTPM
The new GT PRO is super slim, lightweight and responsive. Featuring a fast, blended J-curve glass tip that provides unprecedented bite detection. The rod is beautifully balanced and designed for ease of use, reel up or reel down.
£525.00
£499.99
Daiwa Light Rock Rods
DAIWALRR
Designed to fish miniature lures around the jetties, piers and rocks, targeting the many smaller species that are just fun to catch. The blank on the rod is ultra-slim and constructed from high-grade material. This provides the enhanced feel, as well as enhanced control, and it supports the light rod tips in their bite detecting abilities. You’ll be able to feel everything with this Daiwa LRF rod. The rod blank is furnished to the high standard that you’ll have come to demand from a top-end piece of Daiwa machinery. This includes a Fuji reel seat and Fuji K Alconite guides. These ensure that your LRF reel is held in the perfect position, whilst also ensuring that your line can travel friction-free along your rod. The grip of the rod has been split, for your comfort, and it is manufactured from Duplon material. This ensures that you can enjoy a firm grip on your rod throughout your use. The rod has a two-piece construction, for ease of storage or transportation.
From £89.99
Drennan Acolyte Ultra 15ft Float Rod
RMACUL150
It is particularly suitable for river fishing, as the crisp tip section offers supreme line control with stick floats, wagglers and bolo floats. The extra length of this three-piece rod is also a great asset when tackling deeper swims.
£259.95
Greys Lance 8ft Fly Rod - Weight 4
1571269
The Lance series of single-handed fly rods is the perfect introduction to the Greys performance fly rod range. Manufactured with an intermediate modulus carbon fibre material the Lance delivers performance well above its price with standard features including high quality all-alloy reel seats, quality cork grips and alignment dots. This concise range of performance fly rods offers both novice and experienced anglers alike the oppertunity to experience the Greys difference first hand.
£149.99
£139.99
Greys Lance 9ft 6 Fly Rod - Weight 7
1571274
The Lance series of single-handed fly rods is the perfect introduction to the Greys fly rod range.
Built on an intermediate modulus carbon fibre blank the Lance delivers performance well above its price. This family of performance fly rods offers both novice and experienced anglers alike quality features including high quality all-alloy reel seats, quality cork grips and alignment dots.
£189.99
£167.49
Greys Lance 9ft 6 Fly Rod - Weight 8
1571275
The Lance series of single-handed fly rods is the perfect introduction to the Greys fly rod range.
Built on an intermediate modulus carbon fibre blank the Lance delivers performance well above its price. This family of performance fly rods offers both novice and experienced anglers alike quality features including high quality all-alloy reel seats, quality cork grips and alignment dots.
£169.99
£149.94
Greys Lance 9ft Fly Rod - Weight 5
1571271
The Lance series of single-handed fly rods is the perfect introduction to the Greys performance fly rod range. Manufactured with an intermediate modulus carbon fibre material the Lance delivers performance well above its price with standard features including high quality all-alloy reel seats, quality cork grips and alignment dots. This concise range of performance fly rods offers both novice and experienced anglers alike the oppertunity to experience the Greys difference first hand.
£179.99
£154.99
Penn Squadron III Uptide - 2.9m 6-10oz
1558391
Offering exceptional value for money, the PENN Squadron III Travel SW Spin series feature modern blank action designs combined with a stunning look. The 24T Carbon blank has a short butt long tip design and is designed for casting your bait away from the boat. The tip section cushions the movement of the boat preventing the lead from becoming dislodged from the seabed and also will perfectly shows the bites. The lower end of the rod has plenty of power to deal with large fish such as smoothhounds, rays and cod. The slim and fast action blanks are finished with saltwater proof guides and combined with high-density ergonomically shaped EVA handles, these rods are built to last.
£119.99
£107.99
PENN Squall II Trolling Casting Rod - 5ft 6Inch 20-50lb
1558904
The PENN Squall II rods is a rod range that has been designed to cover all drifting and trolling styles from the boat, matching perfectly with the PENN Squall II reels. The rods are constructed with a one-piece tubular glass blank and a solid tip to help prevent breakage.
£129.99
Penn Tidal 423 Rough Ground - 4.2m 100-250g
1558898
The PENN Tidal Rough Ground rods are part of the new and exclusive PENN Tidal surfcasting concept. The Tidal Rough Ground rods are designed for general shore fishing on rough ground up to light mixed ground. The slim and strong 24T carbon blank is equipped with special anti-tangle and saltwater proof K-type guides, giving these rods extreme distance casting properties.
£124.99
£119.99
Shakespeare Salt Surf 393 13FT - 4-6OZ
1544306
SALT is the new SW concept in Shakespeare for all new and avid anglers at a very attractive price point. There is a wide range of surfcasting rods available, ranging from 10 to 15ft. Whether you are fishing from a pier or from a beach, there is always a rod that will suit your fishing style. The carbon composite blanks are giving the rod enough power to make far casting possible. The SALT Surfcasting rods are the perfect rods for all anglers who are looking for good quality material with an incredible value for money.
£74.99
£69.99
Leeda Power Surf Sea Rod - 12ft 4-6oz
A2000
One of an exciting range of eye-catching sea rods to suit new and beginner anglers alike
£39.99
Penn Carnage Boat 702 7ft 30lb
1522513
The PENN Carnage series is a rod series that has been especially designed for the anglers who are looking for the best rods on the market for all types of saltwater fishing in the Northern part of Europe. The Boat series are 3 unique rods that will cover any type of boat fishing that can be thought of. The 20lb version can be perfectly used for lighter boat fishing styles in e.g. shallow to medium depth parts for flatfish, cod, pollock etc. while the 50lb version is perfect for targeting the biggest cod, monster halibut or massive sharks.
£499.99
£425.99
Shakespeare Salt Surf 362 - 12ft 4-6oz
1544304
SALT is the new SW concept in Shakespeare for all new and avid anglers at a very attractive price point. There is a wide range of surfcasting rods available, ranging from 10 to 15ft. Whether you are fishing from a pier or from a beach, there is always a rod that will suit your fishing style. The carbon composite blanks are giving the rod enough power to make far casting possible. The SALT Surfcasting rods are the perfect rods for all anglers who are looking for good quality material with an incredible value for money.
£59.99
£54.99
Wychwood Fly Fishing Kit - 9ft 5/6 Weight
A0594
Wychwood Fly Fishing Kits are suitable for beginners and seasoned anglers alike, offering a range that covers all aspects of the sport from high finesse river and stream fishing right through to vast windswept reservoir fishing.
Consisting of our forgiving multi modulus through action 4-piece carbon fly rod, heavy duty zip top rod tube, lightweight graphite fly reel pre-spooled with weight forward floating fly line and backing, two tapered Monofilament leaders, and fly box with 8 assorted flies; everything you need to get you out and catching fish.
£84.99