All Pro rods are nice and they are kind of a baby blue color. Not the brightest but unusual for sure.

The Abu garcia Veritas is a nice light White rod.  I love mine. It would be an easy rod to see against the trees and carpet in the boat.

The original post in this thread makes no mention of being color or legally blind.

I don't read every single topic, more than possible to miss background information on each and every person.

Against dark colored carpet it doesnt get much more contrasted than white. And my favorite rod, the duckett, just happens to be white with some maroon rings so it even matches your hat   That being said it is a fantastic rod, very sensitive and pretty light

I'm suggesting some high visibility tape positioned at various point on your rods, I wouldn't limit myself to color brand when there's ways around it. Find the colors you can see better on the palette and match some shades you are able to focus on easier

The original post in this thread makes no mention of being color or legally blind.

I don't read every single topic, more than possible to miss background information on each and every person.

He also didn't ask for personal opinions on the color of rods. He asked for suggestions to help him narrow down a field of choices for his needs. You could have not replied, that's just as easy. Show a little compassion for someone who loves the sport but faces a challenge that you or I may have no idea how difficult it is to deal with.

The original post in this thread makes no mention of being color or legally blind.

I don't read every single topic, more than possible to miss background information on each and every person.

In the original post he clearly says he like the veritas because its easier to see against dark backgrounds. Then he asked about other colored rods. I didnt read any of his previous post but when I read the first post I understood it as he wants a bright rod because its easier to see. 

Hey guys, it's all "good in the hood"! We're all here for the same reason, gain knowledge and share our experiences. Brag about the big one we snagged up out of the depths.

 

Thanks to all who have made mention of some of the rods around, I'm def. going to look into them.

 

Has anyone got their hands on one of the BPS Bionic Blade XPS. Talking about this one: http://www.basspro.com/Bass-Pro-Shops-Bionic-Blade-XPS-Micro-Guide-Trigger-Rods/product/1209290947195/

 

For $60 BPS XPS vs. $99 for a Vertias, $89 for the Skeet Reese, $149 for the Duckett's... and someone mentioned the red Dawai... any thoughts on those comparisons? 

To my knowledge those bionic blades only come with micro guides depending on your preference that may be a deal breaker. Seem like great rods for the price there for you can upgrade multiple setups at once on a budget.

From an aesthetics standpoint, I have no problem with any color rod.   I only have one "loud" yellow colored rod.  My son has a white rod.   There are a couple of problems.  First of all, in very clear water, I would be worried.   Many of the worst creatures in nature have some yellow.   I think it could send an alarm.   I don't fish clear water, so it's not an issue.

 

My primary issue with loud (white/yellow/orange) etc. is that in open water, people can see how you are working your rod.  If you catch a good one and are pumping your rod, they know it's a creature bait.  If you are holding it steady, a moving lure.   Dark rods blend in and it is hard to see what folks are doing.

 

JMO

Theres a you tube channel from a interesting English angler.  Its called The Totally Awesome Fishing Show.  Search the tube for it or TAFishing.  He has lots of economic common sense tips.  In his Beginners Guide to Beach Fishing he shows his rods that he spray paints white from the tip down about 3 guides.  He does it for night fishing when he has a lantern backlighting him.  Im sure you could find this with a roll of painters blue tape would solve your problem at least for the immediate short term.   Good luck, Im suffering some vision troubles myself due to age and affects from my chosen career.  I'm praying for you and hope you find success.

To enhance and improve your fishing success you might have more options with fewer sacrifices or compromises by finding a hi-vis line rather than colored rod.

So while I was looking at the Veritss rod I realized... I can see this rod against the background (trees, boat, water) easier. So that got me looking around.

What are the best 'colored' rods on a budget?

So far I've found some orange Carrot Stix, Veritas, Duckett and the yellow Skeet Reece ones.

If anyone have any other bright blanks like that let me know!

If you are watching the rod for movement to indicate a bass strike you are missing nearly every strike.

If you like the look of a brighter color rod or help see the rod, then go it, W&M Skeet Reese Honeycomb series is bright yellow, Shimano makes a white rod.

My choice is low light reflection and dull muted colors like dark gray for bass fishing. Bright rod colors and shinny light reflecting finish, bright guides bothers my eyes at the end of the day because I am watching and feeling the line very closely.

Tom

Lamiglas has an Excel series that is orange.