Posting fishing rods can be troublesome as fishing rods are awkwardly long and fragile items. Generally, the Post Office won’t cater for particularly long items and some couriers will charge extra for anything over 1m.
However, this is where Parcel Monkey can wade in and help. Simply provide us with the dimensions and delivery destination for your fishing rod and we’ll help you compare prices from multiple couriers to catch the best deal for shipping fishing rods in the UK and overseas.
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If you need to post a fishing rod there are a variety of options available to you, depending on the type of fishing rod you’re sending.
Shipping a telescopic or two-piece rod is relatively straightforward, as this can be reduced to a manageable size. However, your options will be a bit more limited if you’re looking to ship a one-piece rod, as most companies won’t transport something so long. You’ll need a courier that specialises in large and long parcel delivery.
The cost of shipping a fishing rod depends on the size, weight and destination of your packaged rod, however, Parcel Monkey can help you find the cheapest way to ship fishing rods in the UK and internationally. Just get a quote through our courier quote tool and in seconds we'll show you quotes from our renowned and reputable courier partners.
Parcel Monkey work with the following couriers who can help you post a fishing rod in the UK:
Fishing rods need to be packed properly before shipping, as they are fragile items that require special care when packing. If you book with Parcel Monkey you can add protection cover to your booking as long as you have packaged your equipment properly.
Rods and poles can be awkward to pack, due to their length, so they need a very specific type of container. Fortunately, there are packaging options out there, so with some care and attention rods can be shipped perfectly safely.
Whether you’re shipping your fishing rod ahead for a fishing trip, or you’ve sold a rod online and you’re shipping it to the new owner, this guide tells you everything you need to know.
Firstly, you’ll need the usual packing materials – bubble wrap, polystyrene and packing tape. You’ll also require a container that’s strong enough to protect such delicate contents.
Surprisingly, you have a few options to choose from. The obvious one is a purpose-made fishing tube or case. If you’re using one of these, you’ll still need to pack it into a box for shipping though, as it too will need protecting. The problem with this method is the whole package becomes very bulky and heavy which will cost you more in shipping.
As a cheaper alternative, we recommend you visit your nearest fishing tackle shop and ask if they have any leftover tubes from rods they’ve had delivered to them. You might even get it free of charge. Failing that, sewer pipe or gutter downpipe bought from a DIY store will do just fine. You could even use the tube from inside a roll of carpet.
When you’re cutting the makeshift tubes down to size, be sure to leave about two inches of space on either end. That way the rod ends are further away from danger and there’s plenty of space to add padding.
Depending on the size of the tube you’re using, you can send multiple rods in one tube. Just make sure you have enough space to adequately protect each rod with bubble wrap – don’t compromise on this. Face the rods in opposite directions when packing them and arrange them so that the butts stick out an inch or two from the tips to protect the more fragile ends of the rod.
You shouldn’t have any problems posting fishing rods internationally, other than the length of course.
Restrictions are a bit tighter on long items being sent overseas, as it can be costly for the couriers to transport long parcels. However, as long as your package is around 1.5m max in length you should still be able to book a courier service for a telescopic fishing rod.
Complete the customs forms we provide for international shipments and supply a contact telephone number for the recipient.
We offer protection cover in the booking process for items such as rods and poles. This means we can offer compensation in the event of the rod being lost, stolen or damaged*.
If your fishing rod is particularly expensive, or you simply want peace of mind when your fishing equipment is on its way to its destination, you can add additional protection cover to the booking, that exceeds the free protection levels we offer.
*Compensation will only be paid on damaged items if our packaging requirements have been met. For more general information on packaging please see our packaging guide.
A major segment of our users are people buying or selling online via sites such as Amazon, eBay or Gumtree. Our courier services come with full tracking, protection cover and are available at a great price, which is ideal for online selling.
When you book via Parcel Monkey you can share the tracking with the recipient and you can even book a courier to go and collect something you have purchased online from another address. Simply email the shipping labels to the collection address, or if you book Parcelforce or DX, the collection driver will bring the shipping label so the sender won't even need a printer.
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