The Smuggler 7 Travel Fishing Rod: One Rod for Any Fishing Adventure

The Smuggler 7 Travel Fishing Rod: One Rod for Any Fishing Adventure

Why Travel Fishing Rods Matter More Than Ever

If you have traveled with a conventional fishing rod before, you know it's no fun. They are way too long, quite inconvenient to carry around and don't always fit into today's way of fishing. They become limiting in quite a few scenarios, whether flying restrictions, or  limited SUV truck space. 

Modern anglers not only want options, they require adaptive fishing rods capable of holding up through any condition. Whether it is a road trip, a weekend trip, or slipping one out into the water unexpectedly, you are truly enjoying the real adventure.

However, at this moment, Rigged&Ready is offering you the answer with its Smuggler 7 (from Smuggler Series™)—the performance-based compact and extra-portable fishing rod.


The Smuggler 7: A True All-Round Travel Fishing Rod

The Smuggler 7 is intended to be versatile by taking on a broad range of fishing styles without making one buy different rods.

  • Spinning and lure fishing

  • Float fishing

  • Feeder fishing

  • Both freshwater and saltwater fishing

Your fishing rod for everything, from bass on the lakes, trout in rivers, coastal saltwater action. The rod is designed to attack up to 20lb fish (9 kg).

The Smuggler 7 must be the right choice for any angler on the search for a traveling rod while seeking something with flexibility, which can be used during various fishing occasions.


One Rod, Multiple Fishing Setups

The unique selling point of this rod is its inherent versatility.

With two carefully matched tips, you can alternate between the following two setups:

  • First (at 8’6”/260 cm) for long casts and extended reach

  • Second (at 7’8”/235 cm) for tight spots and better control

20 g and 40 g are the casting weights that you can choose from, depending on what you would prefer.

In practical terms, this means fewer rods to be lugged around and more possibilities on the water. Instead of getting multiple rods ready “just in case,” you may just carry one that can be used for everything.

Designed for Travel – Truly Compact

Despite their claims to be travel-friendly, many rods turn out to be heavy and cumbersome.

In contrast, the Smuggler 7 is made especially for fishermen who are constantly on the go.

It break down into:

  • Rod parts measuring 16" (40.5 cm)

  • Compact travel case, 17" (42 cm)

That is sufficiently compact to fit in:

  • Carry-on baggage for airlines

  • Duffel bags and backpacks

  • Bike panniers or truck storage

  • Car trunks, RVs, and boats

This system makes fishing portable, whether you're travelling across the nation by air or carrying a rod in your car. 


Built for Strength, Sensitivity, and Reliability

Without performance, portability is meaningless, and this is where the Smuggler 7 excels.

It combines SRF rod blank technology with:

  • Carbon

  • Zylon

  • Graphite

  • Hi-glass

This results in a rod that is durable enough for frequent usage yet also feels robust, responsive, and well-balanced.

Additionally, you receive:

  • Guides lined with stainless steel for seamless casting

  • EVA handle for ease of cleaning and comfort

  • Graphite reel seat providing a feeling of security and equilibrium

  • It's the type of rod that feels perfect right out of the box.

Reel size recommendation: 3000–6000 (ideal: 5000)

Depending on the target species and the angler's preference, the line setup


What You Get in the Smuggler 7 Setup

The idea is simplicity and fishability straight out of the box.

The normal setup comes with:

  • 7 piece medium action rod

  • 2 interchangeable butt sections

  • Waterproof Cordura carrying tube

  • Protective, soft rod bag with a ruler

  • Reel cover

This is not just a fishing rod . . . it is a complete fishing system ready for travel.



How to Accessorize Your Smuggler 7

What makes the Smuggler 7 stand out the most is the way it can adapt to your fishing needs.

Here are a few additional reasons why you should opt for Rigged & Ready rod tips and handles:

  • Refine your setup for specific methods

  • Tune the cast to suit the conditions

  • Keep it as a base for further specialization

Instead of replacing your rod entirely, you can improve it when conditions demand, which makes for a much more minor and astute outflow in the longer term.


Replace Multiple Rods with One Smart System

Carrying many poles is always a bad idea—especially if you are trying to fish a few different kinds of fishing areas.

Smuggler 7 makes sure that different fishing options can be enjoyed in one little beautiful tool.

  • Save space

  • Use less gear

  • Get equipped for any fishing scenario

So then, fishing will easily become part of your lifestyle and not just be a matter of convenience with multitasking fishing poles.

A Travel Fishing Rod Built for Modern Anglers

Fishing these days usually doesn't exactly go by the book. Sometimes it's done on the spur of the moment-a hurried stop, a sidetrack, or an unexpected chance.

Just in the nick of time to offer an obsolete alternative to all of this, Smuggler 7 is the perfect boat for the activity.

It ultimately opens up more space, substitutes various options in the process, and offers additional opportunities for fishing from different locations.

Backed by a 2-year warranty and reliable support, it’s built to last—and built to be used.

Go Anywhere and Fish Everywhere.

Catch You Later,
Andy Rigg
Rigged and Ready


About the author

Andy Rigg

Andy Rigg is the founder and lead rod and tackle designer of Rigged & Ready, the travel fishing brand he launched in 2016. He leads the design and development of the brand’s innovative, modular rods, combining advanced materials with multi- function performance for modern, active anglers to Go Anywhere & Fish Everywhere. Alongside building Rigged & Ready, Andy brings extensive experience in global brand leadership, having driven successful turnarounds for iconic brands including Puma, Ben Sherman and Marlboro Classics (MCS). This blend of product innovation and brand strategy underpins Rigged & Ready’s distinctive design-led approach.