Deep Dropping The SPJ Approach In this article, I will share my experiences with slow-pitch jigging in deep waters, typically ranging from 150m to 300m (500-1000ft) depths. While it might appear straightforward to simply use a heavier jig, successful fishing involves a more nuanced approach to achieve optimal effectiveness. This includes selecting the appropriate reel, line, rod, jig, and techniques, jigging with an electric reel, understanding fishing conditions, and refining techniques for optimal results. Disclaimer – This article is based on my personal experiences. Different strokes for different folks apply here; you may......
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As anglers, we know the right equipment is essential when landing that trophy catch. Likewise, having the right rod is crucial to success in slow-pitch jigging. At Temple Reef, we have spent countless hours researching and testing our rods to develop the perfect tool for the job. In this blog entry, we’ll be taking a closer look at the anatomy of a slow-pitch jigging rod. We break down our slow-pitch jigging rods into two zones and three parts: the Power and Action zone, and the action zone consists of the Belly......
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Common SPJ Rod Breakage How We Improved Our Rods and Eliminated Tip Wraps Over the years, many fishing enthusiasts have experienced breakages with their SPJ rods, particularly near the rod’s tip, which is at its thinnest and most vulnerable, and tip wraps are one of the causes of these breakages. While SPJ rods are known for their superior performance and sensitivity, they are also more delicate than other fishing rods and, therefore, more susceptible to breakage. In 2017, we began improving our SPJ rods by implementing Fuji LDB running guides, suggested by our......
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In many instances, fancy terminology is employed for marketing purposes when it comes to product offerings. Regrettably, these terms often lead to misunderstandings due to their vague definitions. Take, for instance, the case of “Nano-Carbon” rods, which are asserted to possess greater strength than conventional carbon fiber variants. However, the reality is that “nano-carbon” is a misleading concept since carbon fiber does not exist on a nano-scale. The diameter of carbon fiber measures approximately seven microns, which is more than 70 times larger than the nano-scale range. Although certain carbon materials, such as......
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THE QUILL PROJECT CHAPTER 2 PROJECT TEAM Leading this project is Dr Stephen Daynes, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. Dr Daynes specialises in composite structures and advance finite element analysis and optimisation techniques. Supervising this project is Dr Stefanie Feih, Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Cambridge University. Dr Feih has over 20 years of international research experience in polymer science. DESIGN PRINCIPLES We are starting our design entirely from ground up on a fresh and blank sheet, discarding all previous precepts, concepts, assumptions and pre-conceived notions that all manufacturers......
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THE QUILL PROJECT Chapter 1 THE HOLY GRAIL Fishermen all over the world are seeking lighter and stronger equipment. Nobody wants to use equipment that is heavy and cumbersome. It is easy to make fishing rods stronger simply by adding more material or upscaling. However, that will also increase weight. Likewise, it is easy to reduce weight by using less material, but it will result in an inadequate rod that will be prone to failure. In the last 20 years we have not seen any breakthrough in rod design since the introduction of......
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