Rigged & Ready Reinvents the Fishing Rod: Super-Compact, Multi-Functional Rod Systems Built to Go Anywhere and Fish Everywhere

August 21, 2026

UK Lake District family business challenges the traditional fishing rod market with innovative travel rods sold directly to anglers worldwide

Lake District, UK (August 21, 2026) /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ — Rigged & Ready Travel Fishing is changing the way anglers think about fishing rods.

Rigged & Ready has developed a new generation of super-compact, multi-functional travel fishing rods for anglers who want to travel farther, carry less, and still be ready to fish whenever an opportunity appears.

Built around the philosophy “Go Anywhere and Fish Everywhere,” Rigged & Ready creates compact rod systems designed for today’s traveling angler.

Instead of carrying long rod tubes or several different rods, anglers can travel with equipment designed to fit easily into cars, RVs, campervans, motorcycles, boats, bicycles, airline luggage, and outdoor adventure gear. Selling directly online, Rigged & Ready has grown into a globally recognized specialist in travel fishing rods.

The Smuggler Series – Serious Fishing in a Super-Compact Package

The Smuggler Series is one of Rigged & Ready’s cornerstone ranges. The World Traveller Combination was the first Rigged & Ready rod launched 10 years ago and remains the company’s best seller.

Designed for exceptional portability, it gives anglers a highly capable fishing rod in a remarkably compact package, making it ideal for international travel, RV touring, camping, motorcycling, sailing, or simply keeping a rod permanently in the car.

For anglers where space and convenience matter, the Smuggler Series provides a practical alternative to traditional full-length rods and bulky rod tubes.

USA: riggedandreadytravelfishing.com
International: riggedandready.net

The X Series – Up to 32 Fishing Techniques from One Rod System

The X Series takes versatility even further, with the X Ultimate offering up to 32 fishing techniques from one rod system.

Depending on the model, X Series rods can be configured for multiple fishing styles, including spinning, fly fishing, and baitcasting.

Instead of traveling with several specialist rods, anglers can carry one compact system and adapt it for different species, waters, and fishing situations.

That means less gear, less luggage, and more freedom to fish wherever the journey takes you.

USA: riggedandreadytravelfishing.com
International: riggedandready.net

Fishing Rods Designed Around the Way People Travel Today

Rigged & Ready’s approach is simple: make the fishing rod smaller, smarter, and more versatile.

A compact Rigged & Ready rod can be stored in a vehicle, boat, or RV, carried alongside other outdoor equipment, or packed for a vacation without taking up valuable space.

Born in the Lake District – Sold Around the World

Rigged & Ready is a family-run business based in the Lake District, UK, with its products inspired by the landscape, travel, and outdoor lifestyle surrounding the brand.

From its UK base, the company sells directly to anglers around the world, showing how specialist innovation can challenge long-established conventions in the fishing tackle industry.

The mission is simple:

Help active anglers carry less, travel farther, and never miss an opportunity to fish.

GO ANYWHERE. FISH EVERYWHERE.

About Rigged & Ready

Rigged & Ready Travel Fishing Products is a family-run business based in the Lake District, UK, specializing in innovative, super-compact, and multi-functional fishing rods for traveling anglers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Its leading ranges include the Smuggler Series and X Series, with selected X Series models offering multiple fishing configurations including spinning, fly fishing, and baitcasting.

USA Website: riggedandreadytravelfishing.com
International Website: riggedandready.net

Media Inquiries

Rigged & Ready Travel Fishing Products
Email: andy@riggedandready.net
USA Website: riggedandreadytravelfishing.com
International Website: riggedandready.net

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PICTURES ATTACHED

X ULTIMATE — 32 fishing techniques from one rod. Fishing & product shot.

WORLD TRAVELLER — Fishing rod, reel & case combination. Fishing & product shot.