Englandtech

Something I have never understood, and I've looked all over the web for the answer...Why do rod manufacturers and even the retailers confuse a Rod' action with its power? The industry defined a long time ago these 2 terms. We all know what they mean. So why does the equipment industry continue to mix up these two basic characteristics? As an example, you can go on Gander outdoors website right now and try to search for a rod using their filtering options. When you select the drop down list for the "Action" filter, it lists "Heavy, Medium Heavy, Medium, Light, ultra light". ????? Those are Powers!!! Not actions!!! I can go to any fishing retailer, an actual store or online, and look at the rods they have for sale. I will guarantee you that at least half of them list something on the side like: "Medium Heavy Action". Or they will just say "Medium Heavy". This is beyond frustrating. To me, it's like shopping for a new sportscar. I ask the salesman: "How fast is this car...like, what is the speed performance like?" Meaning, "top MPH", "1/4 mile time", "0-60 time"...etc. The salesman says: "Oh, it weighs 3800 pounds". Or...maybe (a little closer) the salesman says: "Oh, it has 260 horse power". Ummm… Great! Good, interesting information...But that is NOT what I asked! That is exactly what it feels like when I am rod shopping! Makes me insane!! Words have meanings! Let's all try to stay on the same dictionary..huh?!