Fishing rod

Abstract

To provide a fishing rod in which the degree of freedom in design can be improved and its weight can be decreased.SOLUTION: The fishing rod includes: a rod 2; a reel sheet 3 that includes a pair of fixed and floating hoods with a reel leg part R1 of a reel inserted thereinto, and into which the rod 2 is inserted; and a cylindrical body 4 that is attached to an end (front end 32) of the reel sheet 3 and serves as a grip, the cylindrical body 4 being attached to an outer peripheral surface of an end of the reel sheet 3. The cylindrical body 4 preferably includes: a main body part 41 attached to the outer peripheral surface of the end of the reel sheet 3; and a hollow extension part 42 continuing to the main body part 41 and reducing in diameter in a direction away from the reel sheet 3.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 5

Description

[Technical field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a fishing rod. [Background technology]

[0002] There is a known fishing rod that has a reel seat attached to the rod and grips attached to the front and rear of the reel seat (for example, Patent Document 1). The grip is made of EVA, urethane, cork, or the like and is fitted onto the rod so as to provide a comfortable grip. The grip is generally fixed to the outer periphery of the rod with an adhesive. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] JP 2004-201570 A Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] When fixing a grip to a rod, the grip is thickened to roughly the same diameter as the reel seat, which tends to increase the weight. To reduce weight, materials such as cork can be used, but this has problems such as poor workability and difficulty in expanding the range of designs. In addition, when the rod is relatively thin, if you try to increase the adhesive area with the grip, you have no choice but to extend the adhesive surface in the axial direction, which reduces the degree of freedom in design.

[0005] The present invention has been made to solve the above problems, and has an object to provide a fishing rod that allows for greater freedom in design and lighter weight. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The present invention is characterized in that it comprises a fishing rod, a pair of fixed and floating hoods into which the reel legs of a reel are inserted, a reel seat through which the fishing rod is inserted, and a cylindrical body attached to the end of the reel seat and serving as a grip, the cylindrical body being attached to the outer circumferential surface of the end of the reel seat.

[0007] According to the present invention, the cylindrical body can be used as a grip. The cylindrical body has a cylindrical shape and is hollow inside, so it can be made lighter. In addition, since the cylindrical body is attached to the end of the reel seat, which has a larger diameter than the rod, the contact area with the cylindrical body can be made larger than if it were attached to the rod. This reduces restrictions during attachment and increases the freedom of design.

[0008] It is preferable that the cylindrical body comprises a main body portion attached to the outer peripheral surface of the end portion of the reel seat, and a hollow extension portion that is continuous with the main body portion and reduces in diameter as it moves away from the reel seat. According to the present invention, the extension portion of the cylindrical body has a reduced diameter, which improves gripping ability.

[0009] The cylindrical body is preferably made of metal. According to the present invention, the strength of the cylindrical body can be increased, and since the moldability is higher than that of EVA, urethane, cork, etc., steps and gaps between members can be reduced or eliminated.

[0010] It is also preferable that the main body is adhered to the outer periphery of the hood. According to the present invention, the axial length can be shortened, making it possible to reduce the size of the reel. Also, the cylindrical body can be easily fixed to the end of the reel seat by adhesion.

[0011] It is also preferable that the extension portion is spaced apart from the rod. According to the present invention, damage to the cylindrical body due to bending of the rod can be prevented.

[0012] It is also preferable that the reel seat has a central portion and the end portion at the end of the central portion, the end portion of the reel seat having a smaller diameter than the central portion to form a step surface, and the cylindrical body is attached to the step surface so that the outer peripheral surface of the main body portion of the cylindrical body and the outer peripheral surface of the central portion of the reel seat are flush with each other. According to the present invention, gripping ability can be further improved.

[0013] It is also preferable that the extension portion is formed with an opening that opens laterally. According to the present invention, the gripping ability can be improved and the design can be improved. Effect of the Invention

[0014] The fishing rod according to the present invention can improve the freedom of design, improve the gripping ability, and reduce the weight. [Brief description of the drawings]

[0015] [Figure 1] 1 is a side view showing a fishing rod according to a first embodiment of the present invention. FIG. [Diagram 2] 2 is a partial cross-sectional view of the reel seat shown in FIG. 1. [Diagram 3] FIG. 2 is a side view showing a cylindrical body according to the embodiment. [Figure 4] 4 is a cross-sectional view taken along line AA in FIG. [Diagram 5] 4 is a cross-sectional view showing the mounting structure of the cylindrical body and the reel seat. FIG. [Figure 6] FIG. 4 is a side view showing a fishing rod according to a second embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 7] FIG. 11 is a side view showing a fishing rod according to a third embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 8] FIG. 11 is a side view showing a fishing rod according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0016] First Embodiment Hereinafter, a first embodiment of the fishing rod of the present invention will be described with reference to the attached drawings. In the description of the drawings, the same elements are given the same reference numerals, and duplicated descriptions will be omitted as appropriate. In the following description, "front and back" and "up and down" follow the arrows in Figures 1, 2, and 5. These directions are used for convenience of description, and do not limit the directions of the present invention.

[0017] As shown in Fig. 1, the fishing rod 1 includes a rod shaft 2, a reel seat 3, a cylindrical body 4, a rear grip 5, and an end grip 7. The fishing rod 1 is configured such that the rod shaft 2 is inserted through the cylindrical body 4, the reel seat 3, the rear grip 5, and the end grip 7 in this order from the rod tip side.

[0018] The rod 2 is a cylindrical member made of resin or wood that forms the main body of the fishing rod 1. The rod 2 may be made of a single piece, or may have a jointed structure made up of multiple pieces. The reel seat 3 is a cylindrical member to which the reel leg R1 of the fishing reel is detachably fixed. The material of the reel seat 3 is not particularly limited, but in this embodiment, it is made of resin in consideration of weight reduction. The rod 2 is inserted into the hollow part inside the reel seat 3. As shown in FIG. 5, the reel seat 3 is fixed to the rod 2 by adhesion via a spacer 9.

[0019] As shown in Fig. 2, the reel seat 3 has a central portion 31, a front end portion (end portion) 32, and a rear end portion (end portion) 33. The central portion 31 is a portion that constitutes the axial center of the reel seat 3, and is hollow inside. A flat mounting surface 51 is formed on the upper surface of the central portion 31. The mounting surface 51 is a portion on which the center of the reel leg portion R1 is placed.

[0020] The front end 32 is a portion that constitutes the front end of the reel seat 3. As shown in FIG. 5, the front end 32 is generally cylindrical and solid. The front end 32 has a large diameter portion 34 and a small diameter portion 35. The large diameter portion 34 is a portion that continues to the central portion 31. The outer diameter of an outer peripheral surface 34a of the large diameter portion 34 is slightly smaller than the outer diameter of an outer peripheral surface 31a of the central portion 31. A step surface 37 that is perpendicular to each other is formed between the outer peripheral surfaces 34a and 31a.

[0021] The small diameter portion 35 is a portion that continues to the front side of the large diameter portion 34. An outer peripheral surface 35a of the small diameter portion 35 is slightly smaller than an outer peripheral surface 34a of the large diameter portion 34 (see the upper part in FIG. 5). An inclined step surface 38 is formed between the large diameter portion 34 and the small diameter portion 35. A molding groove 53 is formed at the bottom of the small diameter portion 35 during molding and extends in the axial direction.

[0022] A fixed hood (fixed hood) 36 is formed at the top of the front end 32, cut out from the large diameter portion 34 to the small diameter portion 35. The fixed hood 36 is a hole that opens to the rear, and is the portion into which the front end of the reel leg portion R1 is inserted. The fixed hood 36 is provided with a flat mounting surface 52. The mounting surface 52 is formed at approximately the same height as the mounting surface 51 of the central portion 31. The mounting surface 52 is the portion on which the front end of the reel leg portion R1 is placed.

[0023] As shown in Figs. 1 and 2, the rear end 33 is a portion that constitutes the rear end of the reel seat 3. The rear end 33 is generally cylindrical and hollow. A female thread is formed on the outer peripheral surface of the rear part of the rear end 33, and is screwed into the control tube 10 having a male thread. The front end of the control tube 10 is rotatably engaged with a floating hood (floating hood) 6. In addition, a rear grip 5 is provided on the outer peripheral surface of the control tube 10 in the circumferential and axial directions. The rear grip 5 is formed of a flexible material, such as natural cork, artificial cork, or EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer), a foaming resin.

[0024] The floating hood 6 is a cylindrical member having a hole that is inserted into the rear end 33 and opens forward at the top. The floating hood 6 is formed to be movable in the front-rear direction relative to the rear end 33. A flat mounting surface 54 is provided at a portion of the rear end 33 that corresponds to the floating hood 6. The mounting surface 54 is formed at approximately the same height as the mounting surface 51 of the central portion 31. The mounting surface 54 is a portion on which the rear end of the reel leg R1 is placed. A ring member 60 is attached to the outer peripheral surface of the floating hood 6. The ring member 60 is provided with unevenness for decoration or to improve grip. The ring member 60 may be omitted.

[0025] When the rear grip 5 is rotated forward or backward around the axis C, the operation tube 10 moves in the front-rear direction due to the screw engagement of the operation tube 10. Accordingly, the floating hood 6 also moves in the front-rear direction, so that the reel leg R1 can be fixed or released. As shown in Figs. 4 and 5, the cylindrical body 4 includes a main body 41 and an extension 42. The material of the cylindrical body 4 is not particularly limited, and may be, for example, metal or resin (including fiber-reinforced resin such as carbon fiber resin or glass fiber resin). The cylindrical body 4 has a grip function for being held by a user. The main body 41 is cylindrical and hollow. The outer peripheral surface 41a of the main body 41 is provided with irregularities for decoration or to improve gripping. The outer peripheral surface 41a may be a flat surface.

[0026] The inner circumferential surface 41b of the main body 41 is formed with a large diameter inner circumferential surface 41b1, a small diameter inner circumferential surface 41b2, and an inclined inner circumferential surface 41b3. The large diameter inner circumferential surface 41b1 is slightly larger in diameter than the small diameter inner circumferential surface 41b2. The inclined inner circumferential surface 41b3 is a surface that inclines between the large diameter inner circumferential surface 41b1 and the small diameter inner circumferential surface 41b2. The large diameter inner circumferential surface 41b1 is in surface contact with the outer circumferential surface 34a of the large diameter portion 34. The small diameter inner circumferential surface 41b2 is in surface contact with the outer circumferential surface 35a of the small diameter portion 35. The inclined inner circumferential surface 41b3 is in surface contact with the step surface 38.

[0027] As described above, the front end portion 32 is fitted inside the main body portion 41. The end face 41c of the main body portion 41 abuts against the step face 37. The front end portion 32 and the main body portion 41 may be attached by fitting, press-fitting, screwing, or the like, but in this embodiment, they are fixed by bonding with an adhesive.

[0028] The extension portion 42 is continuous with the front end of the main body portion 41 and extends in a direction away from the reel seat 3. The extension portion 42 reduces in diameter so as to approach the rod 2 as it moves away from the reel seat 3. The rod 2 is inserted into an insertion hole 44 formed in the front end of the extension portion 42. The rod 2 is configured not to come into contact with the extension portion 42. In other words, the inner diameter of the insertion hole 44 is larger than the outer diameter of the rod 2. The extension portion 42 is formed with multiple openings 43 that open to the sides. The shape and number of the openings 43 may be set appropriately.

[0029] A decorative ring 8 made of resin or metal is provided inside the extension portion 42. The decorative ring 8 has a flange portion 8a and a rising portion 8b. The flange portion 8a is plate-shaped and ring-shaped. The flange portion 8a is bonded to the end face of the front end portion 32 with an adhesive. The rising portion 8b is a portion that rises forward from the flange portion 8a. The rising portion 8b has a reduced diameter so as to approach the rod 2 toward the front side. The rising portion 8b may contact the rod 2 as in this embodiment, or may be separated therefrom.

[0030] According to the present embodiment described above, the cylindrical body 4 can be used as a grip. The cylindrical body 4 has a cylindrical shape and is hollow inside, so that it can be made lighter. In addition, the extension portion 42 of the cylindrical body 4 has a reduced diameter, so that it can be easily held. Here, conventionally, when the outer diameter of the rod is relatively small (for example, about 3 to 10 mm) as in this embodiment, in order to attach a grip or the like, the contact length in the direction of the axis C had to be increased to ensure a sufficient contact area, which limited the design freedom.

[0031] In this embodiment, the cylindrical body 4 is attached to the front end 32 of the reel seat 3, which has a larger diameter than the rod 2, so that the contact area with the cylindrical body 4 can be made larger than when the reel seat 3 is attached to the rod 2. In other words, since the outer diameter of the front end 32 is larger, the contact length in the direction of the axis C can be made shorter. This reduces restrictions during attachment and increases the freedom of design.

[0032] Furthermore, according to this embodiment, the strength of the cylindrical body 4 can be increased, and since the moldability is higher than that of EVA, urethane, cork, etc., steps and gaps between members can be reduced or eliminated. More specifically, the gaps and steps between the outer peripheral surface 41a of the cylindrical body 4 and the outer peripheral surface 31a of the central portion 31 can be reduced or eliminated.

[0033] Moreover, according to this embodiment, the main body 41 is bonded to the outer periphery of the fixed hood 36. This allows the axial length to be shortened, making it possible to reduce the size. Also, the tubular body 4 can be easily fixed to the front end 32 of the reel seat 3 by bonding. Also, according to this embodiment, the extension portion 42 is separated from the rod 2. This prevents the tubular body 4 from being damaged by bending of the rod 2.

[0034] Furthermore, according to this embodiment, the outer circumferential surface 41a of the main body portion 41 of the cylindrical body 4 and the outer circumferential surface 31a of the central portion 31 of the reel seat 3 are flush or nearly flush with each other. This can further improve the gripping ability of the user. According to this embodiment, the extension 42 is formed with an opening 43 that opens to the side. This improves gripping ability and enhances design. Since the interior can be seen through the opening 43, a three-dimensional design can be achieved by providing a decorative ring 8. Since the decorative ring 8 is in contact with the rod 2 and closes the front end of the front end portion 32, it is possible to prevent water or foreign matter from entering the inside of the reel seat 3.

[0035] In addition, the large-diameter inner peripheral surface 41b1 and the inclined inner peripheral surface 41b3 are provided on the inner peripheral surface of the cylindrical body 4, which makes it easier to insert the cylindrical body 4 into the front end portion 32. After insertion, the outer peripheral surface of the front end portion 32 and the inner peripheral surface of the cylindrical body 4 are in surface contact with each other along the axis C, thereby increasing the attachment strength.

[0036] Second Embodiment Next, a fishing rod according to a second embodiment of the present invention will be described. As shown in FIG. 6, the second embodiment differs from the first embodiment in that the floating hood 6 is provided at the front end 32, and the fixed hood 36 is formed at the upper part of the rear end 33. That is, the first embodiment is an up-lock type, but the second embodiment is a down-lock type (the same applies to the third and fourth embodiments). Also, the cylindrical body 4A differs from the first embodiment in that the outer diameter of the extension portion 42A is constant. The fishing rod 1A according to the second embodiment will be described mainly with respect to the differences from the first embodiment.

[0037] As shown in Fig. 6, the fishing rod 1A includes a rod member 2, a reel seat 3, a cylindrical body 4A, and a front grip 5A. The cylindrical body 4A is the grip portion, and includes a cylindrical, hollow main body portion 41A and an extension portion 42A. The outer diameter of the main body portion 41A is constant along the axial direction. The cylindrical body 4A is attached to the rear end portion 33 of the reel seat 3 by fitting the rear end portion 33 into the inside of the cylindrical body 4A. In other words, the main body portion 41A is attached to the outside of the fixed hood 36.

[0038] The extension portion 42A is continuous with the main body portion 41A and extends rearward. The extension portion 42A is cylindrical and has a constant outer diameter. The extension portion 42A itself does not contact the rod 2. A cover member 61 is provided at the rear end of the extension portion 42A to cover the rear end. The cover member 61 may be omitted.

[0039] A female thread is formed on the outer peripheral surface of the front part of the front end portion 32, and is screwed into the control tube 10 having a male thread. The rear end of the control tube 10 is rotatably engaged with the floating hood 6. In addition, a front grip 5A is provided on the outer peripheral surface of the control tube 10 in the circumferential and axial directions. The front grip 5A is formed of a flexible material such as natural cork, artificial cork, or EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer), a foamable resin.

[0040] The fishing rod 1A described above can achieve substantially the same effects as the first embodiment. That is, the cylindrical body 4A may be attached to the rear end of the reel seat 3. Also, since the cylindrical body 4A is attached to the rear end 33 of the reel seat 3, which has a larger diameter than the rod 2, the contact area with the cylindrical body 4A can be made larger than when it is attached to the rod 2. In other words, since the outer diameter of the rear end 33 is larger, the contact length in the direction of the axis C can be made shorter. This reduces restrictions during attachment and increases the freedom of design.

[0041] <Third embodiment> Next, a fishing rod according to a third embodiment of the present invention will be described. As shown in Fig. 7, in the third embodiment, the shape of the cylindrical body 4B is different from that in the second embodiment. In the fishing rod 1B according to the third embodiment, the differences from the second embodiment will be mainly described.

[0042] As shown in FIG. 7, the cylindrical body 4B includes a main body 41B, an extension 42B, and an opening 43B. The main body 41B is cylindrical and hollow. The extension 42B is continuous with the rear end of the main body 41B and expands in diameter toward the rear. The extension 42B itself does not contact the rod 2. The opening 43B is a hole that opens to the side in the extension 42B. A cover member 61 is provided at the rear end of the extension 42B to cover the rear end. The cover member 61 may be omitted.

[0043] The fishing rod 1B described above can achieve substantially the same effects as the first embodiment. That is, the cylindrical body 4B may be attached to the rear end of the reel seat 3, or the extension portion 42B may be expanded in diameter toward the rear. This allows for a variety of grip shapes.

[0044] <Fourth embodiment> Next, a fishing rod according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described. As shown in Fig. 8, in the fourth embodiment, the shape of a cylindrical body 4C is different from that of the second embodiment. In the fishing rod 1C according to the fourth embodiment, the differences from the second embodiment will be mainly described.

[0045] As shown in Fig. 8, the cylindrical body 4C includes a main body 41C and an extension 42C. The main body 41C is cylindrical and hollow. The extension 42C is continuous with the rear end of the main body 41C and is cylindrical. A step 42C1 having a smaller diameter than other parts is formed in the center of the extension 42C. The extension 42C itself does not contact the rod 2. A cover member 61 is provided at the rear end of the extension 42C to cover the rear end. The cover member 61 may be omitted.

[0046] The fishing rod 1C described above can achieve substantially the same effects as the first embodiment. That is, the cylindrical body 4C may be attached to the rear end of the reel seat 3, or may have a composite shape with a step like the extension part 42C. This allows for a variety of grip shapes.

[0047] Although the embodiment of the present invention has been described above, appropriate design changes are possible within the scope of the invention. For example, in the present embodiment, the cylindrical body 4 is attached to the outside of the fixed hood 36, but this is not limited thereto. For example, in a case where the front end of the reel seat is formed long, the cylindrical body 4 may be attached forward of the fixed hood. In addition, in the present embodiment, the cylindrical body 4 is attached to the outside of the fixed hood 36, but the cylindrical body may be attached to the outside of the floating hood. In addition, in the cylindrical body 4 of the first embodiment, the extension portion 42 is reduced in diameter, but it may have a constant outer diameter, may be expanded toward the front, or may have a composite shape with unevenness. [Explanation of symbols]

[0048] 1 fishing rod 2 rods 3 Reel seat 6. Floating Hood (Hood) 31 Central part 32 Front end (end) 33 Rear end (end) 4 Cylindrical body (grip) 36 Fixed hood (hood) 37 Step surface 41 Main body 42 Extension section 43 Opening

Claims

1. The pole and a reel seat including a pair of fixed and floating hoods into which a reel leg of a reel is inserted and through which the rod is inserted; a cylindrical body attached to an end of the reel seat and serving as a grip; A fishing rod characterized in that the cylindrical body is attached to the outer peripheral surface of the end of the reel seat.

2. The cylindrical body has a main body portion attached to an outer peripheral surface of an end portion of the reel seat; 2. The fishing rod according to claim 1, further comprising a hollow extension portion that is continuous with the main body portion and that decreases in diameter as it moves away from the reel seat.

3. 2. The fishing rod according to claim 1, wherein the cylindrical body is made of metal.

4. 3. The fishing rod according to claim 2, wherein the body portion is bonded to an outer periphery of the hood.

5. 3. The fishing rod according to claim 2, wherein the extension is spaced apart from the rod shaft.

6. the reel seat has a central portion and the end portion at an end of the central portion; a step surface is formed by making the end portion of the reel seat smaller in diameter than the central portion, The fishing rod according to claim 2, characterized in that the cylindrical body is attached to the stepped surface, so that the outer peripheral surface of the main body portion of the cylindrical body and the outer peripheral surface of the central portion of the reel seat are flush with each other.

7. 3. The fishing rod according to claim 2, wherein the extension portion is formed with an opening portion that opens to the side.

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