Fishing Rod World Records  

John Chlarson caught a 21-pound carp using a Pen Fishing Rod. The fishing rod has telescoping reel that begins at 8 inches in length, but extends to 30 inches when in use.The fish itself measures 30 inches in length and has a 24 inch girth.

Doug McManaman balanced a fishing net on his chin for 50.44 seconds while holding a fishing rod.

Doug McManaman balanced a fishing rod on top of a lacrosse stick on his chin for one minute, 33.62 seconds.

Doug McManaman balanced a fishing rod on a golf club off of his chin for 19.60 seconds.

Doug McManaman balanced a fishing rod on the tip of a pool cue on the back of his hand for two minutes, 4.66 seconds.

Doug McManaman balanced a fishing rod on a rifle on his chin for 34.68 seconds while kneeling. NOTE: This record can be dangerous. Please use proper safety precautions.

Doug McManaman balanced a fishing rod on the tip of his thumb for five minutes, 58.82 seconds.

Doug McManaman balanced a pool cue, a fishing rod and a golf club on his chin for one minute, 38.78 seconds.

Andy Pelphrey pulled apart and reassembled a two-piece fishing rod 22 times in 30 seconds.

Michael Di Pippo of Penfishingrods.com owns a fishing rod and reel measuring eight inches in length.