{"product_id":"dock-skipper-fishing-rod","title":"Kistler Dock Skipper Spinning Rod 6'3\" Lite Medium Heavy","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Short Spinning Rod for Dock Presentations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Kistler Dock Skipper is a 6'3\" spinning rod designed for skipping baits beneath shallow and deep docks. Its short length and short handle suit low casting motions where clearance is tight, while the extra-fast action gives this technique-focused rod its distinct feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWork along a dock, pick an opening, and keep your presentation close to the water. The Dock Skipper is built around that approach, with the listed Lite Medium Heavy power option and a compact format for controlled casts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications and Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRod style: Spinning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 6'3\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower: Lite Medium Heavy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAction: Extra Fast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShort handle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for skipping presentations beneath docks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by a limited lifetime warranty, subject to the manufacturer's terms and conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSetup and Fishing Guidance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair the Dock Skipper with a spinning reel and match your line and complete lure or rig weight to the ratings marked on the rod. Choose a leader suited to the cover, and check line frequently after contact with pilings, dock edges, or other abrasive surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractice a low, smooth sidearm cast with the lure close to the water. Start with open targets and manageable distances before working into tighter gaps. Let the bait skip rather than forcing the cast with a sharp snap, and keep clear of people, boats, and dock hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter the lure lands, close the bail by hand and manage slack so you can follow the bait as it falls. Set the drag for your line, knots, and hooks. Keep a controlled rod angle during the fight and use a landing net instead of lifting a fish with the rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect guides and wraps before fishing, wipe the rod clean after use, and let it dry before storage. Protect the blank from impacts, avoid high-sticking, and never use the rod to pull a snag free.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KISTLER Fishing","offers":[{"title":"Spinning \/ 6'3\" \/ Lite Medium Heavy","offer_id":50906539655387,"sku":"DKS-63-LMH-XF","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/5320\/7003\/files\/DOCK_SKIPPER_NAIL.png?v=1792790109","url":"https:\/\/www.reelfishcartel.com\/products\/dock-skipper-fishing-rod","provider":"ReelFishCartel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}