24kg Bent Butt Game Fishing Rod

24kg Bent Butt Fishing Rod for Offshore Game Fishing

Bent butt rods are often associated with heavy chair-style game fishing, but the geometry is useful in much more than a fighting chair. We have used this 24kg rod off Sydney for game fishing, trolling and deep dropping, with conventional game reels and electric-reel setups.

The main difference is the butt angle. In an angled rod holder it can keep the rod closer to the horizontal than a comparable straight butt, while in a fighting bucket it can bring the reel lower and closer to the angler. For deep dropping, the angle can also help hold the line and reel farther away from the gunwale.

Bent Butt Game Rod Specifications

The 24kg rating is the rod's line class, not a maximum fish weight. Fish size, drag pressure, line, reel, knots, leader, fighting technique and the rest of the tackle system all matter.

Why Choose a Bent Butt Instead of a Straight Butt?

A bent butt does not simply make a rod "stronger". It changes the geometry of the outfit. Depending on how you fish, that can make the rod sit more naturally in an angled holder, move the reel into a more comfortable position when fighting a fish, and give heavy line more clearance from the side of the boat.

That is why we like this style for both game fishing and deep dropping. If you mostly hold a lighter rod in your hands and cast with it, a straight butt is normally the more natural choice. For heavy overhead tackle worked from a rod holder or fighting bucket, a bent butt can make much more sense.

We have a separate guide explaining the trade-offs in more detail: Bent Butt vs Straight Butt Fishing Rods.

Proven on Marlin, Tuna and Sharks

We have years of first-hand use and customer feedback behind this rod rather than just a supplier specification sheet. Downrigger Shop rods have been used on yellowfin tuna, mahi mahi, mako and thresher sharks, and striped marlin, including a reported 90kg striped marlin caught off Wollongong on one of our historical bent-butt outfits.

Rather than repeat all of those fishing reports on the product page, we have kept the full photos, videos and customer stories together in Game Fishing with Bent Butt Rods.

Useful With Electric Reels and Deep-Drop Setups

The same short, powerful layout works well for deepwater fishing. A bent butt can help keep the line path clear of the gunwale, and the two-piece design lets you separate the rod section from the butt and reel for storage.

Reel fit and rod-holder fit should always be checked for your particular setup. This is a 24kg overhead-style game rod, so it is not intended as a casting or spinning rod.

Why the Two-Piece Design Matters

On a boat, the most expensive part of the outfit is often the reel. The rod separates at the butt, which means the rod section can be stored in a side pocket while the butt and attached reel are moved into a cabin or other protected area rather than being left exposed to sun and salt spray in an outside rack.

The two-piece construction also makes a 5 ft 6 in game rod easier to pack and ship than an equivalent one-piece outfit.

24kg Bent Butt Rod FAQs

What is a bent butt fishing rod used for?

Bent butt rods are commonly used for heavy offshore trolling, game fishing and deep dropping. The angled butt changes the rod position in a fighting bucket or rod holder and can give heavy line more clearance from the boat.

Is a bent butt rod better than a straight butt rod?

It depends on the job. We prefer the bent butt for heavy overhead tackle, trolling and deep dropping from angled rod holders. A straight butt can be more natural when a rod is held in the hands for long periods or used for lighter, more mobile fishing styles.

Can I use this rod with an electric reel?

Yes, we have used this style of rod with electric reels for deep dropping. Check that your reel seat, butt/gimbal and boat rod holder are compatible with your specific equipment.

Can I use it for marlin and tuna?

It is a 24kg game-fishing rod and our own fishing history includes marlin, yellowfin tuna, mako sharks and thresher sharks on bent-butt outfits. The entire tackle system and the way it is fished still determine what can be handled safely.

Does the rod have full roller guides?

No. The current specification is heavy overbound guides with a roller tip. We do not describe it as a full-roller rod.

How long and heavy is the rod?

It is 5 ft 6 in long (approximately 1.68 m), two-piece, and weighs approximately 880 g.

Is delivery included?

Yes. Choose the correct shipping-destination option on the product page. Australia-wide delivery is included in the price shown for the selected destination.