{"product_id":"grasshopper-fishing-rod","title":"KISTLER Grasshopper Fishing Rod","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"h2title\"\u003eKISTLER Grasshopper Fishing Rod\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe KISTLER Grasshopper Fishing Rod is a premium 4'6\" one-piece graphite rod built specifically for kids, sized down for smaller anglers while holding to the same construction standards as Kistler's adult rod lineup. It's a casting rod rated Medium power with a fast action, built by hand in Texas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe blank is KISTLER KC6 98% Korean carbon, mid-modulus, paired with American Tackle Vortex stainless steel guides with steel rings for durability on a rod meant to take the wear and tear of a young angler learning to cast. A 5\" Grade \"B\" cork handle and an exposed trigger reel seat complete the build, sized to fit smaller hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003cimg data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1692\/6033\/files\/grasshopper-crop.jpg?v=1789662465\" alt=\"KISTLER Grasshopper Fishing Rod\" class=\"lazyload\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"h3title\"\u003eKISTLER Grasshopper Rod Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdl style=\"list-style: none; padding: 0; margin: 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003e4'6\"\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eType:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eCasting\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePower:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eMedium\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAction:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eFast\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePieces:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eOne-Piece\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBlank Material:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eKISTLER KC6 98% Korean Carbon, Mid-Modulus\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGuides:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eAmerican Tackle Vortex stainless steel guides with steel rings\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eReel Seat:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eExposed trigger reel seat\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eGrip Material:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eGrade \"B\" Cork\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHandle Length:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003e5\"\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"display: list-item; list-style-type: disc; padding: 1px 0; margin-left: 20px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdt style=\"display: inline; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/dt\u003e \u003cdd style=\"display: inline; margin: 0;\"\u003eChina\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr style=\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"h3title\"\u003eGrasshopper Fishing Rod Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-left\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Kids:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sized at 4'6\" specifically for smaller anglers, built to the same construction standard as Kistler's adult rods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne-Piece, Fast Action:\u003c\/strong\u003e A simple, durable single-piece build suited to a young angler's first rod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKC6 Korean Carbon Blank:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-modulus 98% Korean carbon construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"one-half-column-right\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Tackle Vortex Guides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Durable stainless steel frames with steel rings built to take everyday wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5\" Grade \"B\" Cork Handle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sized to fit smaller hands comfortably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for Family Fishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to help families share the sport with young anglers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr style=\"clear: both;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ BLOCK START - kistler-grasshopper-batch-001 - added 2026-09-17 - remove everything between these two comments to roll back --\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 class=\"h2title\" id=\"faq-kistler-grasshopper\"\u003eKISTLER Grasshopper Rod FAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-kistler-grasshopper-built-for\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003eWho is the KISTLER Grasshopper Fishing Rod built for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe KISTLER Grasshopper Fishing Rod is a 4'6\" one-piece casting rod built specifically for kids, sized down from Kistler's adult lineup but held to the same construction standard. It's rated Medium power with a fast action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMatch the rod to the young angler using it, a 4'6\" length and 5\" handle are sized for smaller hands and shorter reach rather than an adult-sized grip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-kistler-grasshopper-line-lures\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003eWhat line and lures work with the KISTLER Grasshopper Fishing Rod?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKISTLER does not publish a specific line weight or lure weight rating for the Grasshopper Fishing Rod, so we don't have a verified range to give you here. Its Medium power and fast action fit general-purpose casting for smaller lures typical of a beginner setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eContact us if you want a recommendation matched to a specific reel and lure combination before you buy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-kistler-grasshopper-construction\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003eWhat's the blank and guide construction on the KISTLER Grasshopper Fishing Rod?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe blank is KISTLER's KC6 98% Korean carbon, mid-modulus, built as a one-piece rod. Guides are American Tackle's Vortex line in stainless steel with steel rings, chosen for durability on a rod meant to handle regular use and the occasional drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA Grade \"B\" cork handle and exposed trigger reel seat round out the build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-kistler-grasshopper-saltwater\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003eIs the KISTLER Grasshopper Fishing Rod safe to use in saltwater?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. KISTLER confirms the Grasshopper Fishing Rod is fine for saltwater use, with the same stainless steel guide construction used across the rest of the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKISTLER recommends rinsing and wiping the rod down with fresh water after every saltwater trip, a good habit to build early for a young angler's first rod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails id=\"faq-kistler-grasshopper-warranty\" style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #d0dce8; padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer; font-weight:bold; color:#1a3e6e; font-size:17px;\"\u003eWhat warranty covers the KISTLER Grasshopper Fishing Rod?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"padding-top:10px; line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKISTLER backs the Grasshopper Fishing Rod with its \"Bend-Strong\" Limited Lifetime Warranty. Every rod is built by hand in Texas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKISTLER's product page does not publish the full written terms, coverage exclusions, or claims process for this warranty, so we can't state those specifics here. Contact us and we'll get you the exact terms before you buy if that's a deciding factor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"color: #2c5f8a; font-size: 14px; margin-top: 18px;\"\u003eStill have questions? Message our Chat, Call us at \u003ca href=\"tel:+18449875777\"\u003e844-987-5777\u003c\/a\u003e or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@ecofishingshop.com\"\u003esales@ecofishingshop.com\u003c\/a\u003e. Shipping, delivery and other questions can be answered on our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecofishingshop.com\/pages\/faq\"\u003eFAQs page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ BLOCK END - kistler-grasshopper-batch-001 --\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYour Satisfaction with KISTLER is Guaranteed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping \u0026amp; Lowest Price Guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KISTLER","offers":[{"title":"Casting \/ 4'6\" \/ Medium","offer_id":44390475333766,"sku":"KGH46MED","price":99.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1692\/6033\/files\/Kistler_Grasshopper_Fishing_Rod_4_6_Rod.jpg?v=1789662420","url":"https:\/\/ecofishingshop.com\/products\/grasshopper-fishing-rod","provider":"Eco Fishing Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}