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I've always just strapped my 2-piece rod with the reel attached to the side of my backpack during the portages. I can put it together really quick and back to fishing when I hit the lake. Never had an issue with this setup SO FAR.
I keep a back up (telescopic) rod and reel in the backpack. Just in case!
I've got a cheap rod ($50) and a cheap reel ($70). I won't be too upset if they get damaged on the portage.
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Rod and reel is always strapped to thwart and yoke in canoe using flexible tie downs when portaging. Telescopic rod in backpack for back-up. Easy peasy.
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Looking to buy a new fishing rod. Need some good suggestions. Previously I was using
‘’UglyStik Elite Spinning Rod’’. I want to upgrade to a new brand.
I found this list. They have amazing rods with awesome amazon ratings. 
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Great thread - I like the strapping of the rod as shown in Tripper's picture...I will try that this May. I am certainly no fishing pro, I like catching more than I like fishing...But I have tried many of the options listed in the thread. At the end of the day I always go back to the 2 piece rod I have, which incidentally I leave the reel on. I purchased a pretty cheapo set up that has ultimately lasted a decade and I always catch enough fish. I hate attaching/detaching a reel so this works for me.
Feels like this could be a niche business opportunity for someone to provide a fix!
Looking forward to open water - as I currently sit working periodically checking on the 3rd ice storm supposedly bout to land...
