{"product_id":"handmade-38-cm-micro-fishing-rod-with-mini-reel","title":"Handmade 38 cm Micro Fishing Rod with Mini Reel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA palm-sized handmade micro fishing rod for close-range small-water fishing.\u003c\/strong\u003e At about 38 cm long, this compact rod pairs a short rod body with a small reversible reel for placing a light rig within roughly 2 m. It is not a casting rod: pull out the line by hand, set the short length you need, then gently place or swing the rig into position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- JFL_ROD_FLEX_RATING_V3_START --\u003e\n\u003caside data-jfl-rod-flex-rating=\"v3\" data-jfl-flex-level=\"3\" style=\"margin:14px 0;padding:9px 12px;border:1px solid #dbe4dd;border-radius:8px;background:#f8faf8;color:#243a30;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;align-items:center;gap:9px;flex-wrap:wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"\/cdn\/shop\/t\/26\/assets\/jfl-flex-production-3.svg\" width=\"30\" height=\"30\" alt=\"JFL Flex 3 of 5 — Balanced\" style=\"display:block;width:30px;height:30px;flex:0 0 30px;margin:0!important;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex:1 1 220px;min-width:0;font-size:13px;line-height:1.35;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJFL Flex 3\/5 · Balanced\u003c\/strong\u003e — Moderate bend and a middle-ground feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:5px 0 0!important;font-size:11px;line-height:1.35;color:#63746a;\"\u003e1 = softest · 5 = firmest. Owner-tested relative bend, not rod strength or maker Action\/Power. \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/field-guide\/jfl-rod-flex-rating-guide\" style=\"color:#305943;text-decoration:underline;\"\u003eExplore the 1–5 guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003c!-- JFL_ROD_FLEX_RATING_V3_END --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMicro fishing around pond edges, creeks, canals, docks, and other close-range spots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnglers who want a compact rod-and-reel setup for small fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTravel, casual sessions, and handmade tackle collections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNot designed for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOverhead or long-distance casting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConventional lure casting or fly fishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFishing beyond the short range that can be managed comfortably by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to use the mini reel\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePull the line out by hand to the short length you need.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSet the depth for the water in front of you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGently place or swing the rig into the target area instead of casting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse the reel to retrieve and store line after fishing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall rod length:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 38 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRod tip diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 0.3 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle:\u003c\/strong\u003e natural wood with a resin finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMini reel:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 2.9 cm diameter with a 1:1 ratio.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReel orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e can be configured for left- or right-hand use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFishing range:\u003c\/strong\u003e intended for close-range use within approximately 2 m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChoose your finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomization (patterns and colors)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this item is handmade, small visual variations and traces of hand finishing are normal. Reel color and customized details may vary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I cast this rod?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This short rod is designed for close-range micro fishing. Pull out the line by hand and gently place or swing the rig into position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the mini reel for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mini reel helps retrieve and store the short line. It is not intended for conventional casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the reel be used left- or right-handed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The reel can be configured for left- or right-hand use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill every handmade rod look identical?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Small variations in color, pattern, and hand finishing are part of the handmade construction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"JustFishingLOL","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":55693803454783,"sku":"sku-49875214729504","price":39.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pink","offer_id":55693803487551,"sku":"sku-49875214762272","price":39.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Customization (patterns and colors)","offer_id":55693803520319,"sku":"sku-49875255099680","price":49.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0235\/8847\/files\/4f43b8ec843003c7471aed87e6c81c5d.jpg?v=1790132634","url":"https:\/\/wildnfreeamerican.com\/products\/handmade-38-cm-micro-fishing-rod-with-mini-reel","provider":"Wild'n'Free American","version":"1.0","type":"link"}