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rock fishing rod advice
I've recently snapped my rod (Abu Zeus) while fishing on heavy ground
(rock/boulders) I am looking to purchase a new rod and would like advice on what type of make/model would be suitable for me. a cast of 100 yds with 2/3 lug is usually used and cod can be expected in the region 3-8 lbs. any advice offered would be greatly appreciated wardy |
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rock fishing rod advice
For the last 3 years I've been using an Abu Endeavour Bass Rod. I think
it's a fantastic rod for the money ( I paid around £75 for it). Ideal for hoiking out a 4oz lead and you can also use it for plugging / spinning if there are any bass around. Hope this helps, CyMan "wardy" wrote in message ... I've recently snapped my rod (Abu Zeus) while fishing on heavy ground (rock/boulders) I am looking to purchase a new rod and would like advice on what type of make/model would be suitable for me. a cast of 100 yds with 2/3 lug is usually used and cod can be expected in the region 3-8 lbs. any advice offered would be greatly appreciated wardy |
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rock fishing rod advice
On Wed, 15 Oct 2003 00:04:07 +0100, "wardy"
wrote: I've recently snapped my rod (Abu Zeus) while fishing on heavy ground (rock/boulders) I am looking to purchase a new rod and would like advice on what type of make/model would be suitable for me. a cast of 100 yds with 2/3 lug is usually used and cod can be expected in the region 3-8 lbs. any advice offered would be greatly appreciated Well if you usually use three hook traces, then it's not what I'd regard as heavy-ground fishing. If I used that on Yorkshire/Northumberland rock marks I wouldn't expect to get my gear back too often. Best value I found for a rod for the really heavy stuff, was an Abu Suveran Tournament, but I think they've been discontinued. You might still be able to pick one up though for between £125 and £150. They are capable of very long casts if your technique and physique are up to it (mine aren't) and a 100 yard cast should be no problem. I've heard good reports about the Abu Conolon (13ft version) as well. http://www.spottydogtackle.com/ are doing them for about £90 For mixed ground fishing I use a Century CM, which would probably be strong enough for the heavy stuff as well, but is a better casting rod for my style, and a good rod for clean beaches as well. The Century G5 is also a reasonable rod, and is a bit cheaper. Cheers Ian D |
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rock fishing rod advice
I agree, the suveran is a great rough ground rod, I use the sport version
and have no problems, it's a very powerful rod. --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.528 / Virus Database: 324 - Release Date: 16/10/2003 |
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