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Need a little Help Picking Rod/Reel Combo--Bass Fishing
Posted on 8/10/15 at 12:13 pm
Posted on 8/10/15 at 12:13 pm
I have a customer that wants a rod and reel combo. I hate when I have to pick out fishing equipment. Can I get a recommendation please.
Guy uses baitcasters he said 6ft rod, 14lb line. I have 3-400 to work with if needed
Guy uses baitcasters he said 6ft rod, 14lb line. I have 3-400 to work with if needed
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Posted on 8/10/15 at 12:31 pm to NYCAuburn
Shimano Curado 200I, 6.3:1 ratio
Carrot Stix Pro Grade, second one down in medium action
6ft is short for a casting rod, but it looks like he wants to stay a little lighter than what most people bass fish with. Really need to find out what he plans to do with it, also will determine if there's a better reel ratio for his needs. This is just what I would buy if I had that kind of money to throw at a combo, I'm of the opinion it's hard to go wrong in that price range.
Carrot Stix Pro Grade, second one down in medium action
6ft is short for a casting rod, but it looks like he wants to stay a little lighter than what most people bass fish with. Really need to find out what he plans to do with it, also will determine if there's a better reel ratio for his needs. This is just what I would buy if I had that kind of money to throw at a combo, I'm of the opinion it's hard to go wrong in that price range.
Posted on 8/10/15 at 12:39 pm to NYCAuburn
Abu- Garcia 55C paired with a 6-6 1/2 Ugly Stick can't go wrong
Posted on 8/10/15 at 12:41 pm to TheDrunkenTigah
I agree with the Shimano Curado 200I and the 6:3:1 is a good all purpose speed.
6ft is short, I use Duckette Micro Magic or Falcon Lowriders in 6-6.
6ft is short, I use Duckette Micro Magic or Falcon Lowriders in 6-6.
Posted on 8/10/15 at 1:14 pm to Ranger198
Thanks guys. I know nothing about bass fishing
Posted on 8/10/15 at 2:03 pm to TheDrunkenTigah
Isn't Carrotstix Outta Bidness?
ETA: OP:I agree with
ETA: OP:I agree with
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I agree with the Shimano Curado 200I and the 6:3:1 is a good all purpose speed.
This post was edited on 8/10/15 at 2:05 pm
Posted on 8/10/15 at 2:06 pm to 007mag
I got the curado with the lowrider
Posted on 8/10/15 at 2:23 pm to NYCAuburn
Posted on 8/10/15 at 3:01 pm to 007mag
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Isn't Carrotstix Outta Bidness?
Hadn't heard about that, I've always like the ones I've used. Thanks for the heads up, looks like they may have tried to cut costs on the slick.
Posted on 8/10/15 at 3:07 pm to NYCAuburn
You should ask him what he mostly plan's on fishing with the combo bait wise. If he plan's on using mostly moving type baits like crank baits or spinner baits a med action or med heavy with a medium taper would be ideal. If he plan's on using it for more soft plastic applications you would want a heavy to med heavy fast taper. Personally I use and recommend Lew's for the reel somthing like a bb-1 or bb-2z. The rod you can't beat a G'Loomis EX'6 for the money. It might be the best value for the quality on the market. The whole combo will run you about 350 and weigh less than 10oz pretty solid combo.
This post was edited on 8/10/15 at 3:09 pm
Posted on 8/10/15 at 3:17 pm to NYCAuburn
It's difficult to suggest a rod and reel without knowing the application. That said, with your budget, look into Dobyns rods. They aren't cheap, but I bought one several months back and it's one of the most impressive rods I've ever used.
Posted on 8/10/15 at 3:28 pm to NYCAuburn
The Curados are the best rod and reel combo ever made. Just acquired 8-10 from my grandfather because i just bought a new xpress X19 with yammy 175 sho. Will never have to buy another rod reel set ever again and they are already 20 years old. Don't do it wrong go curado!
Posted on 8/10/15 at 5:11 pm to NYCAuburn
lew's speed spool and either a loomis or duckett rod
Posted on 8/10/15 at 5:18 pm to PillageUrVillage
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That said, with your budget, look into Dobyns rods. They aren't cheap, but I bought one several months back and it's one of the most impressive rods I've ever used.
I think I am going to pick up one of those new Dobyns Fury rods. Finally they came out with a rod in the $100 range.
Posted on 8/10/15 at 5:25 pm to NYCAuburn
All Star 6'-6" Med Fast $50
Abu Garcia 5600 C4 $140
All he will ever need, even without taking care of it. Reel will last a lifetime
Your welcome
Abu Garcia 5600 C4 $140
All he will ever need, even without taking care of it. Reel will last a lifetime
Your welcome
Posted on 8/10/15 at 5:54 pm to Polar Pop
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I think I am going to pick up one of those new Dobyns Fury rods. Finally they came out with a rod in the $100 range.
Yeah I'm gonna put a couple on my Christmas list.
I splurged on a Savvy 663 with the micro guides and it's fantastic. And at $160, that's on their low end!
Posted on 8/10/15 at 5:59 pm to NYCAuburn
Duckett micro 61/2 foot and Calcutta 200b buy at academy online and get a lifetime warranty good for anything unless u loose it
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