Berkley Lightning Rod Spinning Rod
- Length: 5 feet
- Size: 7 Feet
- Special: Medium
- Line Weight: 12 lb
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A 7 foot medium spinning rod that breaks down to two pieces, a solid general-purpose choice for freshwater anglers who want portability without going ultralight.
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ASIN: B074WJS5GSModel: BSLR702MCategory: Fishing Rods
Overview
A 7 foot, 2 piece medium power spinning rod in composite construction, rated for 12 pound line and weighing about 0.14 kg.
The medium power and 2 piece breakdown make this a general-purpose spinning rod rather than a specialist build, easy to transport in two sections without sacrificing much backbone. The 12 lb line rating puts it in the middle of typical freshwater spinning setups.
- 7 foot, 2 piece spinning rod
- Medium power
- 12 lb line rating
- Composite construction, about 0.14 kg
Who it's for
Fits anglers wanting a travel-friendly, medium power spinning rod for general freshwater fishing. Not built for heavy saltwater species or ultralight finesse presentations outside its 12 lb line rating.
Pros and cons
- 2 piece design for easy transport
- Medium power suits a range of freshwater species
- Light 0.14 kg build
- Rated for 12 pound line
- 2 piece joint gives up some sensitivity versus a 1 piece rod
- Medium power won't suit heavy saltwater or trophy targets
Performance notes
Medium power gives enough backbone for typical bass and panfish-class species while still loading well with lighter lures, and the composite blank keeps weight down at roughly 5 oz. The 2 piece design trades a small amount of sensitivity and continuous flex for easier transport and storage.
Specifications
| Brand | Berkley |
|---|---|
| Model | BSLR702M |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Length | 5 feetlower than 87% of 31 fishing rods |
| Size | 7 Feet |
| Line Weight | 12 lbhigher than 61% of 32 fishing rods |
| Item Weight | 0.31 poundslower than 71% of 29 fishing rods |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Composite |
| Color | Brown |
| Included components | |
| Pieces | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Special | Medium |
| Technique | Spinning |
Closest rivals on specs
Zebco Z-Cast Telescopic Casting Rod- Item Weight 0.31 vs 0.39 pounds (-21%)
Sougayilang Only Brave Fishing Rod- Item Weight 0.31 vs 0.37 pounds (-16%)
- Length 5 vs 5.9 feet (-15%)
- Line Weight 12 vs 10 lb (+20%)
KastKing Compass Telescopic Fishing Rod Combo- Item Weight 0.31 vs 0.49 pounds (-37%)
- Line Weight 12 vs 15 lb (-20%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Berkley BSLR702M a spinning or casting rod?
Spinning.
How many pieces does it break down into?
Two.
What line weight is it rated for?
12 pounds.