The Pool Noodle Rod is an event Stage rod you buy for 1,000 Sunshells at the rod shop in the Fischfest event area — a pure grind-and-buy purchase with no quest or RNG drop required.
The Pool Noodle Rod is exactly what it sounds like: a novelty fishing rod shaped like a pool noodle, added to Fisch during the Fischfest event. Getting it is less about luck and more about putting in the time to farm event currency. There are no elaborate questlines to decode or rare fish to roll — you just need to collect the right currency and walk up to the right vendor.
Where to find the Pool Noodle Rod and what it costs
To buy the Pool Noodle Rod, you need 1,000 Sunshells, which is an event-specific currency rather than your standard in-game coins. Once you have farmed enough Sunshells, head to the rod shop located inside the Fischfest event area. You interact with the rod listing directly and purchase it with your Sunshells. The moment you buy it, the rod is instantly unlocked and ready to equip from your inventory. It is a straightforward grind-and-buy transaction.
STEP 1/4
Travel to the Fischfest area
Enter the giant pink oyster shell labeled “Fischfest” located at the Moosewood spawn island docks.
STEP 2/4
Farm 1,000 Sunshells
Fish around the event island to collect the required event currency, or speak to a nearby NPC in a blue shirt to complete a supplemental quest for faster Sunshells.
STEP 3/4
Locate the rod vendor
From the event spawn point, turn left and walk along the beach to a dock with a small wooden hut; the rod rests under this hut’s roof.
STEP 4/4
Purchase the Pool Noodle Rod
Interact with the rod listing under the hut to buy it for 1,000 Sunshells, unlocking it instantly for use.
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Pool Noodle Rod stats and reported effects
| Stats | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost | 1,000 Sunshells |
| Luck | 60% |
| Lure Speed | 60% |
| Control | 0.05 |
| Resilience | 10% |
| Max Weight | 1,200 kg |
| Special Effect | Innate 15% chance to apply the “Splashed” mutation to caught fish, increasing their sell value |
Avoid these common mistakes while grinding
Don’t just fish for Sunshells — speak to the blue-shirted NPC near the Fischfest spawn to pick up a supplemental quest for a faster currency payout.
Other Fischfest event rods to collect next
If you are chasing the full event collection, the Pool Noodle Rod is just one of several novelty rods added during Fischfest. The Creamsicle Rod is another highly sought-after item from the same event, often targeted right after the Pool Noodle Rod. Exact acquisition details for the Creamsicle Rod vary, but it shares the same event-area theme.
Beyond those two, players often hunt for the Tiki Rod, the Floatie Rod, and the Beach Ball Rod. The Tiki Rod reportedly requires logging in for multiple consecutive days and interacting with the campfire on Fischfest Island. The Floatie Rod is tied to winning Sand Castle minigames, while the Beach Ball Rod involves scoring points in the Volleyball minigame. These rods round out the event’s cosmetic and functional offerings, giving you a full set of summer-themed gear to show off.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Pool Noodle Rod still available or is it limited-time?
The Pool Noodle Rod is an event-exclusive item. Most information ties it to the Fischfest event island, though some reports suggest it may be strictly tied to specific admin event windows like the “Purple Bloodmoon.” Whether it is currently obtainable depends on if the event is active in the current game rotation.
How much does the Pool Noodle Rod cost?
The rod costs 1,000 Sunshells, which is an event currency rather than standard in-game coins or Robux. You must farm Sunshells by participating in the event activities before you can purchase it.
How do you farm Sunshells fast?
The primary method is fishing around the event island. However, you can speed up the grind significantly by speaking to the blue-shirted NPC near the Fischfest spawn to complete a supplemental quest that rewards extra Sunshells.
Is the Pool Noodle Rod good or just cosmetic?
Sources are split. Some early reports claim the rod has functional stats, including a 60% Luck boost and a 15% chance to apply a “Splashed” mutation that increases fish sell value. However, other players frame it as primarily a cosmetic novelty designed to match the game’s fun tone, with no reliable published numbers to back up its competitive strength.
