Here's another big plus: The compact hard-metal spoon has superior ballistics
These will generally be either a standard 2-piece like the 12ft - 13ft models, a 3-piece, or retractable in some models, further saving on space, ideal for those with small cars, reliant on public transport or lack of storage space
The dimensions that come up on my models are 3X10X4, 5X11X4 or 4X10X4
That said, some, like the Farpoint, are too large and bulky to work as a personal item
That gives you 6 feet of fishable radius, which is significantly more than most sliders and allows to cover ground quickly
Its shape is tailored specifically for mountain biking yet versatile for other riding styles