Abstract: A fishing rod of compact size and improved feel and control is disclosed. In the preferred embodiment the rod includes a C or U-shaped handle portion, a reel support mounted to said C or U-shaped section, and a rod passing through the two ends of said C or U-shaped section. By attaching the aforementioned reel to a handle entirely separate from said rod, all breakage forces are carried by the handle, allowing for a smaller, more flexible rod. Additionally, due to the nature of the design, the rod may be held in two different positions by the fisher, enabling change of grip for greatest comfort.