looking for a surf rod and reel.
Dec 2, 2019 18:59:20 #
I want to get my own surf rod and reel.
Lets say 200 dollar budget. (Some wiggle room)
What should I be looking at?
Also, if length matters. Looking for something around 12foot. (I commonly fish with 11+ foot freshwater rods and absolutely love the catapult effect you get with them. Hooksets ARE more difficult so I'm aware of the length being a different challenge
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by ThatsNotVeryNice20
Lets say 200 dollar budget. (Some wiggle room)
What should I be looking at?
Also, if length matters. Looking for something around 12foot. (I commonly fish with 11+ foot freshwater rods and absolutely love the catapult effect you get with them. Hooksets ARE more difficult so I'm aware of the length being a different challenge
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by ThatsNotVeryNice20
Dec 2, 2019 18:59:24 #
Bass pro currently has the offshore angler ocean master on sale for cyber monday. Never used one but heard good things. I have the power stick (8ft) and I love it, just ordered an ocean master for surf fishing!
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by OffTheHookBaits
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by OffTheHookBaits
Dec 2, 2019 18:59:30 #
I'll give it a look over. Sounds right to me.
For throwing live bait from sand bars.. (And beaches) what would you recommend? I often kayak to the bars or wade out.
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by ThatsNotVeryNice20
For throwing live bait from sand bars.. (And beaches) what would you recommend? I often kayak to the bars or wade out.
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by ThatsNotVeryNice20
Dec 2, 2019 18:59:34 #
Length will depend on what you are throwing and the typical conditions you will face. Bait vs. plugs, do you need to cast a good distance to get over breaking waves, etc. A 10 ft. rod is suitable for most conditions and will not wear you out as quickly as a longer rod. Also be conscious of reel size and weight. Bait fishing, you can go heavier and bigger, but if you are plugging - you have to think of fatigue. A 5000 size series is a good reel for both applications.
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by Rstz6699
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by Rstz6699
Dec 2, 2019 21:35:04 #
Okuma, 8ā6ā, Salmon series rod. 2500-3000 Shimano Sedona spinning reel. Perfect for halibut, surf perch, striped bass, corbina, and pretty much all inshore species under 20 pounds. That said, I am a light tackle guy. Not a fan of 11ā rods w 5000 reels unless Iām surf fishing in Mexico for truly big game fish...šš¼āāļøš£
Dec 2, 2019 23:52:55 #
Penn spin fisher reel with 40 lb braid with with penn 10 foot graphite rod - have 2 of them - great all around combo for surf fishing for stripers, blues & fluke - bait or lures.
Dec 3, 2019 08:54:32 #
If you're throwing live bait you might want to consider a live liner feature. The Penn Fierce II has it for right around 70 bucks. Pair that with the rod of your choice, pretty nice for surf.
Dec 3, 2019 13:05:13 #
FS Digest wrote:
I want to get my own surf rod and reel.
Lets say 200 dollar budget. (Some wiggle room)
What should I be looking at?
Also, if length matters. Looking for something around 12foot. (I commonly fish with 11+ foot freshwater rods and absolutely love the catapult effect you get with them. Hooksets ARE more difficult so I'm aware of the length being a different challenge
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by ThatsNotVeryNice20
Lets say 200 dollar budget. (Some wiggle room)
What should I be looking at?
Also, if length matters. Looking for something around 12foot. (I commonly fish with 11+ foot freshwater rods and absolutely love the catapult effect you get with them. Hooksets ARE more difficult so I'm aware of the length being a different challenge
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by ThatsNotVeryNice20
Penn makes a very good Penn Battle combo in that price range. I have the nine foot rod with the Battle 4000.
Dec 3, 2019 15:58:03 #
Check out the Alvey site. I have a small Alvey. Casts a good distance and doesn't have problems if it gets wet
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