To take one or more fishing rods on a plane, we recommend wrapping the rods with bubble wrap and putting them in a PVC tube.
Yes, according to the TSA, you can bring your rods as carry-on, as long as your airline doesn't say otherwise. You can take a look at TSA's detailed
Rods and reels are permitted as checked luggage and are also allowed as carry-on luggage by . The only hold up is that rod tubes can sometimes not meet