Shakespeare PITCHINSTK26CBO Rod & Reel Combo
- Rod Reel Combo
- 6 lb
- 1
- Green
A compact 30 inch fiberglass rod and reel combo rated for 6 lb line, aimed at pitching for bass and trout at close range.
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How it ranks among the 47 rod reel combos we track
4.3★ across 179 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
179 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
Shakespeare's Pitchin Stick combo, model PITCHINSTK26CBO, pairs a 30 inch solid fiberglass rod with an ABS-built reel, rated for 6 pound line and a medium action.
The compact 30 inch length and medium action point to a combo built for close-quarters casting and pitching rather than long-distance surf or open-water work, matching the Pitchin Stick name. The listing doesn't specify whether the reel is spincast or a small baitcaster, so buyers who need a particular reel type should confirm before ordering.
- 30 inch solid fiberglass rod
- 6 lb line rating
- Medium action
- Rod and reel sold as one combo
Who it's for
Anglers who want a compact, medium-action rod and reel combo for bass and trout in tight-cover pitching situations. Not built for anglers who need a longer rod for casting distance or heavier line classes.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Compact 30 inch length for close-range pitching
- Solid fiberglass blank flexes to protect light line
- Rated for bass and trout
- Short length limits casting distance
- Reel type, spincast or baitcast, isn't specified
- Rated only to 6 lb line
Performance notes
Solid fiberglass gives the rod a slower, more forgiving flex than graphite, which helps absorb a hookset on light 6 lb line without pulling the hook free. The shorter 30 inch length trades casting distance for accuracy at close range, matching a rod built around pitching rather than long casts.
Specifications
| Brand | Shakespeare |
|---|---|
| Model | PITCHINSTK26CBO |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Line Weight | 6 lb |
| Item Weight | 0.2 ounces |
| Length | 2.5 feet |
| Size | One Size |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Solid Fiberglass, ABS Plastic |
| Color | Green |
| Included components | |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Special | Medium |
| Technique | Casting |
| Target Species | Bass, Trout |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in rod reel combos.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shakespeare PITCHINSTK26CBO Rod & Reel ComboThis product | 4.3 / 5 | 179 | 3.9 / 5 |
| Zebco YSPLFCPK.FB6 Rod & Reel ComboZebco | 4.6 / 5 | 3,700 | 4.4 / 5 |
| PLUSINNO FRC001-US-V3 Rod & Reel ComboPLUSINNO | 4.2 / 5 | 4,400 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Sougayilang B079GHFXRJ Rod & Reel ComboSougayilang | 4.3 / 5 | 5,500 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Fiberglass 80-FSH3001 Rod & Reel ComboFiberglass | 4.4 / 5 | 3,000 | 4.2 / 5 |
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Questions about the Shakespeare PITCHINSTK26CBO
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What line weight is the Shakespeare Pitchin Stick combo rated for?
6 pounds.
What species is this combo built for?
The listing lists bass and trout.
How long is the rod?
30 inches.