First choice would be a 5.5' and second choice a 6'. All the ones I'm seeing are 2 piece. I have a 1 piece Berkley Cherrywood ultralight I really like, but their light action is 2 piece.

Budget about $40.

Thanks.

Go to the Dicks Sporting Goods site. Check out the Field & Stream tech-spec lite rods. 49.99 minus 25% off = 37.50 net cost . It's a 30 ton blank rod, I checked one out a few days ago. I think this is a great value and fits what you are looking for as they have the length that you want.

I bought a Tech spec Elite a few days ago for $80 - 25%off minus $10 coupon for $50. Used it the next day and caught two fish with it and it was more sensitive than my ABU Veritas and much lighter with 3 more guides than the Veritas. Not sure who makes these F&S rods, however, they seem to have features found on more expensive well known brands. I don't work or represent any of these companies, just passing along information. Best of luck in your search.

Field & Stream TEC-LITE Spinning Rods $49.99

 

FEATURES:

• Finely tuned for performance with small lures and light line
• Constructed with a 30 ton graphite rod blank
• Solid 1 piece blank design for enhanced power
• AO micro guides maximize line contact for better bite detection
• Split Grip design with blank-through-handle construction enhance sensitivity
• Combination of solid and ground cork seamlessly transitions from reel seat to handle
• Hook keeper
• Field & Stream

SPECS:
Power: UL-Ultra Light, L-Light

Rod Power & Length: UL 5'6"

• Model: FEHTL561UL
• Line Weight: 2-6 lbs.
• Lure Weight: 1/32-1/4 oz.

Rod Power & Length: L 6'6"

• Model: FEHTL661L
• Line Weight: 2-8 lbs.
• Lure Weight: 1/16-3/8 oz.

Thanks. I will check it out.

Their website shows it's only available in ultralight

You're right. I just checked it out and only the UL is available for order online. Perhaps if you have a DSG store nearby they may have one in stock or they can get one for you from a neighboring store. Or maybe call customer service at their main number and see if they can accommodate you.

They had these in the store in the Henrietta,NY location (near Rochester)

Basspro micro light has a 1 piece 6' light rod, http://www.basspro.com/Bass-Pro-Shops-Micro-Lite-Graphite-ML-Series-Spinning-Rod/product/10204875/

 

ML60LS I have that very rod. But its $49.99

Thanks, but I don't want to spend that much. I may just go with a 2 piece.

Can I ask why a one piece? An observation.....for another $10 you will be getting a much more sensitive rod with the MicroLite. I, personally, would hold off pulling the trigger on another rod until I had the extra cash, or they went on sale for $39.99

EBay, LEWS SPEED stick

Can I ask why a one piece?

I don't break down my rods anyway, so I figured a 1 piece. And I don't have to worry about the connection loosening up.

Why are 1 piece light action rods so scarce? I don't get it.