The Daiwa Spinmatic Ultralight 4-Piece Spinning Rod is a compact, packable travel rod built for trout, panfish, and light freshwater fishing wherever the trip takes you. The 4-piece design breaks down into equal sections for easy transport, and each rod comes with its own carrying case with rod specs printed on it so you always know which rod you’re grabbing. The ultralight fast action blank delivers the sensitivity needed for light line presentations on 1–6 lb line with lures from 1/32 to 1/4 oz. 

Key Features

• 4-Piece Packable Design — Breaks down into 4 equal sections for compact storage and transport; fits in a backpack, luggage, or vehicle without a full-length rod tube; purpose-built for anglers who want a capable ultralight rod that travels anywhere.
• Individual Carrying Case with Printed Specs — Each rod includes its own carrying case with rod specifications printed directly on the case; eliminates guesswork when selecting a rod for a trip — length, lure range, and line rating are always visible without opening the case.
• Ultralight Fast Action Blank — Ultralight power rating for light lures and light line; fast action taper concentrates flex in the upper third of the blank for maximum sensitivity and quick hooksets on light-biting trout and panfish.
• Two Lure & Line Range Tiers — 5'6" and 6'0" models rated for 1/32–1/8 oz lures and 1–4 lb line for the lightest ultralight micro presentations; 6'6" and 7' models rated for 1/32–1/4 oz lures and 2–6 lb line for slightly heavier applications and larger water.
• Pair with a 500–1000 Size Reel — Designed to be paired with a 500 or 1000 size ultralight spinning reel for the ultimate compact pack rod setup; the lightweight reel and rod combination fits easily in a pack for true go-anywhere ultralight fishing.

Product Specifications

Length Selection Guide

• 5'6" (SMD564ULFS) — Best for tight stream and creek fishing where shorter rods provide better casting accuracy in confined spaces; 1/32–1/8 oz lure range for the lightest micro presentations on small water with 1–4 lb line.
• 6'0" (SMD604ULFS) — Versatile all-around length for stream, creek, and small lake fishing; 1/32–1/8 oz lure range for ultralight trout and panfish presentations on 1–4 lb line.
• 6'6" (SMD664ULFS) — Longer reach for larger rivers and open water; 1/32–1/4 oz lure range and 2–6 lb line for slightly heavier finesse applications where additional casting distance is needed.
• 7'0" (SMD704ULFS) — Maximum length for open water and large rivers; 1/32–1/4 oz lure range and 2–6 lb line for larger trout and panfish applications requiring maximum casting distance.

Best For

• Camping & Backpacking — 4-piece breakdown and individual carrying case make the Spinmatic the ideal rod for camping and backpacking trips; fits in a pack alongside camping gear without a dedicated rod tube or external carrier.
• Trout Fishing — Ultralight fast action blank and 1/32–1/4 oz lure range cover the full spectrum of trout presentations — micro spinners, small spoons, light jigs, and small inline spinners; 5'6"–6'0" for small streams, 6'6"–7' for larger rivers and lakes.
• Panfish & Crappie — Ultralight power and 1–4 lb line rating for panfish and crappie presentations where rod sensitivity and light lure delivery are critical; the fast action tip telegraphs light bites clearly for better hookset timing.
• Vehicle & Opportunistic Fishing — Compact breakdown and carrying case make the Spinmatic easy to store in a vehicle for opportunistic fishing; the printed specs on the case mean you always know what rod you have without unpacking it.