Customer Reviews

Flambeau Outdoors 5560 Rod Tube

5 star:		(3)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

The price was right for a simple fishing rod case. It's actually a little flimsy. You can squeeze it and deform the thin-walled inner tube. As long as you don't abuse it, this should last for years. I'd be hesitant to check this on a plane given how flimsy it is.

I have used this rod case for several years and am purchasing another one for my grandson's rod. It provides excellent protection for a rod used under normal circumstances. My first purchase was at a local fishing tackle store and the price was close to $40, so this price on Amazon is a real buy. We will be headed for Gull and June Lakes in the high Sierra next month.

I remember the old days when you bought a nice rod and the case came with it. I have a Fenwick fiberglass rod that I purchased approximately 30 years ago and it came with a beautiful, well constructed case that I still use. I guess those days are gone forever.

I gave this 5 stars because it is what it is. Just a plastic, adjustable tube with no internal padding at all. I got it to store a $35 rod in. If you have an expensive or custom rod keep looking.

I purchased the 2" Flambeau and found that the interior measurement is less than advertised. I contacted Flambeau, prior to purchase, and they indicated that the interior is 1-7/8". I found it to be closer to 1-3/4", but certainly not the 2" stated on the Amazon description. The tube is flimsy and is easily compressed. The tube does telescope, but not smoothly. My fault---you get what you pay for and I should have paid more and received the higher quality product that one needs to protect their valuable fishing rods. There is no cushioning on either end to absorb shocks or prevent breakage. A plus is that the cap screws on and is connected by a 1/8" leather string.

What's nice about this tube is that the top screws on securely and it is reasonably priced and good quality. I recommend it.

I have both the 4" and 2" versions of this tube and I'm very pleased with them. They're light, inexpensive, and carry my gear.
The only small i would want would be a carrying strap.