I had three 7 ft. Fenwick Glasply rods cut down to four pieces and fitted with metal ferrules by Greg's in Lake Stevens. If you check with Greg he will give you an honest answer and a fair price. I have used these rods on multiple trips to Alaska. If you have a steelhead rod that he might be able to convert to a four piece you might give him a call. My old Fenwick's fit into a carry-on travel suitcase which is 22 inches long.