What rod for the reel?

"Dave Norton" wrote in message
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Bill, not to cast dispersions on anything you said ,but this is a topic
that Steve and I are certainly on the same page.

I might "suggest" a softer action rod to someone with less experience. But
I certainly perfer a faster "action" blank. I might give up a bit as far
as "power" is concerned . But I want to "feel" what that lure is doing.
You just don't get that in a 44 million modulus blank.JMHO!

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"Calif Bill" wrote in messageSNIP

Also depends what you are throwing with the rod. Treble hook Crank
baits, require a different speed rod than a worm rod.

Not really. I've caught an awful lot of fish on crankbaits fished from
an extra-fast or fast rod. There are advantages to using a moderate
action rod, but it's not really a requirement. Actually, I prefer to
use faster, and more sensitive rods when I'm fishing crankbaits. I can
tell if the lure is working properly, if it's hitting bottom like it's
supposed to (if I'm fishing a deep diver) and I get better hooksets.
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Yu can have a slower action sensitive rod also. Speed is not
sensitivity.

This is true, but many of the moderate action rods with a more parabolic
bend seem less sensitive to me. At least that's been true of the ones
I've used and handled over the years. And I freely admit, I prefer the
way a fast or extra fast action rod feels.
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I know Gary Dobyn's casually and maybe because he designs rods also (Powell
Rods) he advocates different powers or speeds for different methods.
Flippin is not the same speed requirement as a jig or worm rod.

GLoomis GL2 fast tip, medium action, not much more than entry level St.
Croix and sensitivity is noticeably better. Pair that with your Sustain and
you have an awesome setup. GL2 about $125.00 give or take or go further
with the GL3 for around $200.00

Doug


"T" wrote in message
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I recently decided to get a Shimano Sustain 2500, and was wondering
which rod to pair with it. I decided to get a 6' 6" / medium / fast or
extra fast rod but don't know what kind to get. Are the most expensive
ones really worth the money? Any recommendations?
Thanks,
Tyler

Hey guys,
Thanks for the responses, I really appreciate it. I will definately
consider all of them before I make my final choice. It seems that most
people have their own personal preferences, however, I take it you are
all opposed to the idea of ordering a rod off of the internet, without
trying it with the reel (good advice). In the end, most likely my
skill/style of fishing will grow/adapt along with the setup that I
choose. Thanks again for sharing your thoughts,
T