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"Steve Walker" wrote in message

Any recommendations for a general purpose beachcaster, ringed for
fixed-spool, about 100 quid, capable of handling off-the-ground with
5/6oz? It would be nice if it could pull a bit more distance out with a
full pendulum, but I hardly ever feel the need.

Hi, i would recommend the daiwa sandstorm for that price.Very nice rod.

Yes, I was looking at those. I like Daiwa, I've been really pleased with
their kit in the past. I quite fancy the Supercast STS 13F, though,
little bit more expensive at about £140. Well, 40% more expensive, I
suppose, but not a massive difference.

Worth it, do you think? Anyone got one of these?

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Steve Walker

Steve
The Supercast range was road tested in Sea Angler mag last year and came out
well reported, both F.S and multi, models although only the 12fts were on
test.
Boughr a Longbeam - and well satisfied and a K2 16ft.
Brilliant off the ground when you get used to the extra negatibe leverage
effect inflicted by the weight.
No good in windy weather though - still looking for a 10ft rod rest.
KM
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"Steve Walker" wrote in message

Any recommendations for a general purpose beachcaster, ringed for
fixed-spool, about 100 quid, capable of handling off-the-ground with
5/6oz? It would be nice if it could pull a bit more distance out with a
full pendulum, but I hardly ever feel the need.

Hi, i would recommend the daiwa sandstorm for that price.Very nice rod.

Yes, I was looking at those. I like Daiwa, I've been really pleased with
their kit in the past. I quite fancy the Supercast STS 13F, though, little
bit more expensive at about £140. Well, 40% more expensive, I suppose, but
not a massive difference.

Worth it, do you think? Anyone got one of these?

--
Steve Walker

Couldn't fish until into the week by which time too much easterly wind here
in Kent so decided to try a spot of fly fishing on Tuesday.

2 fish for 5.5lbs and I had to work hard for them.

Went to Deal yesterday (Wednesday) foggy and cold - 8deg C, but breeze now
westerly.
Not a dickybird but had some unususal bites which came to nothing.
Unusual bites though - the rod tip "shivered" a few times and eventualy
knocked very gently (not the tide).
the bait wasd intact when retreived.
Any suggestions - I've discounted crabs cos they would have stripped the
hooks bare in moments and dabs and whiting if still around would have taken
the bait if not the hook.

Keith M


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Hi All
Is anyone planning to we a line this coming week?
Keith M