FS Digest

I’ve typically have been bringing two rods with me. I fish inshore on the gulf. One is a bait caster, best for spoons and lures. I have another spinning set up I’ll mainly use lighter lures on or if I’m using live bait.

I try to stick with just artificial since I think it’s more satisfying but I’ve been messing around with brining 4 rods. One for bait fish and other for fishing with the bait fish.

Currently it’s not the most ideal. Granted I’m using a super heavy, old 8’ salmon rod with a 5000 series reel for this soaking rod. I dig the reel even though it’s a bit overkill for inshore, I like having a heavy set up in case I see some tarpon.

I like the idea of rocking 4 rods but idk it was getting a little crazy. I don’t have one of those crates with the rod holders and idk if I will. I currently have a vibe shearwater, I have two extra rod holders I mainly use with my two main rods.

I don’t have a pedal drive so I don’t like my rod holders in front of me. Once I do get a drive, I think rocking more rods will be easier.

But what do you guys like to go out with? Do you think it’s worth it to get a third nicer rod? (Answer for that is always yes haha but would it make sense)

I’m thinking my third rod is mostly for trolling swim baits or just for swim baits in general. Really dig daiwa or dobyns

--
by Legendary__River162

FinFisherman Loc: Born in Ohio - 40 yrs Florida- Clearwater,Fl

2 rods should be enough. Change tackle. I've had a number of yaks and oftentimes just changed tackle. More than 2 rods just was too much trouble!

bottomcoon Loc: Tahlequah, oklahoma

I don't kayak fish but I noticed that some of the Kayaks I saw on Lake Fork, Texas looked overloaded. I counted 7 rods on some of them. They were in a rack behind the seat. I have a 10ft inflatable pontoon I love to fish in & 2 rods have always been plenty.

Joelora Loc: Southern New Mexico

I use 2 rods max in the kayak. Rigged and ready to go. More than enough.