"Fishing trips always ended in tears and tangled lines."
"He just can't focus on anything for more than 10 minutes."
It's not your kid. It's the rod.
Traditional fishing rods were designed for adults with adult coordination and adult patience. Your 7-year-old doesn't have either yet. And that's completely normal.
The Breakthrough
A Fishing Rod That Works Like a Slingshot
No casting lessons. No complicated technique. No adult coordination required.
1
Pull Back
Like a Nerf gun
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Release
Watch it fly 100 feet
3
Reel In
Just like the real thing
Kids figure it out in 20 seconds. No lessons. No frustration. Just instant action.
They Get That "Whoa, Did You See That?!" Moment
The slingshot launch sends their bait way out where the fish actually are — even if they’ve never held a rod before.
That first big launch? Pure excitement. They’re hooked before they even catch anything.
You Finally Get to Fish Too
No more hearing “Can you cast it for me?” on repeat all day.
They do it themselves. You actually get to sit down, relax, and enjoy the water. That’s the trip you imagined when you planned it.
Nonstop Action Keeps Them Going for Hours
Pull back. Launch. Reel in. Repeat.
The constant action is what keeps kids engaged. No sitting around waiting. No boredom. Just that fast, satisfying loop they already understand from toys.
Parents are reporting 2–3 hour fishing trips with kids who normally can’t sit still for 10 minutes.
What Parents Are Saying
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Jessica Thompson★★★★★
"My 7-year-old fished for 2 hours straight. He normally can't focus on ANYTHING for 10 minutes. I actually got to sit down and enjoy the water for once."
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Amanda Richardson★★★★★
"He begs to go fishing every weekend now. This is the same kid who quit after 5 minutes with a regular rod. Best purchase I've made this year."
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Linda Kowalski★★★★★
"Grandma here. Got this for my grandson's birthday. He caught his first fish by himself and hasn't stopped talking about it. Worth every penny."
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Give Them the Gift of Loving Fishing
Join 40,000+ families who turned frustrating fishing trips into their favorite memories.
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"Is This a Real Fishing Rod or a Toy?"
We get this question a lot. Here's the honest answer:
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It catches real fish
Same reel, same line, same hooks as any fishing rod. The only difference is HOW the bait gets out there.
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Built tough for kids
Durable enough to handle drops, tangles, and the general chaos of fishing with a 7-year-old. Comes with a spare launcher just in case.
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40,000+ families trust it
3,195 verified reviews from real parents. 4.7-star average. This isn't some random gadget — it's tested and loved.
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30-day money-back guarantee
If your kid doesn't love it, send it back. Full refund, no questions asked. You risk nothing.
Traditional Rod vs. Catapult Rod
Traditional Rod
✗ Requires adult coordination to cast
✗ Tangled lines every 5 minutes
✗ Kids get bored waiting
✗ Parent becomes casting assistant
✗ Trips end in frustration
Colitt Catapult
✓ Pull-back slingshot — any age
✓ No tangles, no frustration
✓ Constant action keeps them busy
✓ Kids fish independently
✓ 2–3 hour trips, no complaints
40,000+
Happy Families
4.7 ★
Average Rating
3,195
Parent Reviews
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Questions from Parents
Everything you need to know before ordering.
What age is this for?+
We designed it for kids ages 5–12, but honestly, adults love it too. If your child can pull back a slingshot, they can use this rod. No strength or coordination required.
Is this a real fishing rod or a toy?+
It’s a real fishing rod with a real reel that catches real fish. The only difference is the casting method — instead of a traditional overhead cast, it uses a slingshot-style launcher. Same line, same hooks, same fish.
How far can it cast?+
Up to 100 feet (30 meters), depending on the bait weight. That’s farther than most kids can cast with a traditional rod — and they can do it on their very first try.
Is it safe for young kids?+
Yes. No overhead casting means no hooks flying past anyone’s head. The bait launches forward in a straight line. Multiple parents have told us it’s actually safer than a traditional rod with kids around.
Will it hold my kid's attention?+
This is the #1 thing parents tell us about. The pull-back-and-launch action gives kids constant activity — no sitting around waiting. Parents regularly report 2–3 hour fishing trips with kids who normally can’t sit still for 10 minutes.
What if my kid doesn't like it?+
Full refund within 30 days, no questions asked. We’ve shipped to 40,000+ families and we stand behind every rod. If it doesn’t work for your kid, you get your money back.
How do I know this isn't a scam?+
We’re a U.S.-based company with 3,195 verified reviews (4.7-star average), a 30-day money-back guarantee, and we accept all major payment methods including Shop Pay. We’ve been featured in USA News and have shipped to over 40,000 American families.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 162 reviews.
my little princess cant join in fishing with her brothers because she feels as its to difficult to cast, but i dont blame her as its a skill to pick up, but she wanted to join in fishing and this rod helped her join in our family fishing trips, her face doesnt look the happiest but man, she was thrilled to join in our weekend fishing trip
normaly my little boy has trouble with casting and gets his lines tangled a lot. but this heLped a tone he is picking up the skill of fishing nicely for his age
i bought this for my son to take with him on his fishing trips with dad, i asked hows the trip going is he bored yet and my hiusband texted me back this photo 😂
this is the only thing that keeps my kid sane during fishing trips, i can actually fish in peace and not baby sit him every 5 minutes helping him, gives him indepenece which is great
little fisherman is "HOOKED" no pun intended! He says its like a game haha, as long as he has fun fishing then id say im a good dad and this rod is a hit for sure.
my little boy gets so excited to play with nerf guns but HE HATES FISHING, i saw an ad for this on facebook and i thought he would actually like it becuase its like a "toy nerf gun" but for fishing, didnt know he would go this crazy for it lol. i do recomend showing them how to use it for the first 1-2 goes, then they pick it up, well atleast my one did (he is 5 years old)
its actually neat, i normally fish in lakes and ponds and as you know the best spots are the ones you cant get to! but i launched this thing around 25-30 feet and actually got hit those spots that i never could without a boat!
Got this for my little fisherman to take with him on his father son trips, becuase he always complains his bored after 10 minutes lol, so instead of reaching for his ipad he can reach for this! first trip out and he was actually into fishing!! worth it just to see him not complain for once!
looks very gimmicky i cant lie as a fisherman, but it actually does what it says, which = cast out further then you normally can = catching more fish others cant get to! love it now its super handy, attatched it to my rod and was ready to rock!
Honestly didn’t expect much but this thing blew me away — launches bait way past my normal cast, super easy to use, and now it’s part of every single fishing trip I do