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NM | Fri Jul-12-02 09:44 AM |
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#4846, "Swimbait rod"
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What could be the best swimbait rod? I am trying to find good rod for osprey 7'and missionbait. Will G.loomis Musky rod do good job?
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RE: Swimbait rod,
swimbait,
Jul 12th 2002, #1
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NM,
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xcellentfx,
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seasonaljunkie,
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JerryG,
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jesse,
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Jeff,
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Leapin Bass,
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NOSEHOOKROOK,
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RE: Swimbait rod..Bait Casting,
marcsee,
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Leapin Bass,
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NM | Fri Jul-12-02 10:52 AM |
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#4848, "RE: Swimbait rod"
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Thank you very much,swimbait for rod info.
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JerryG | Fri Jul-12-02 08:31 PM |
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#4851, "RE: Swimbait rod"
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I would recommend getting a rod that is designed for throwing swim baits.Definitely graphite composite. Which boils down to a saltwater inshore rod. I fish a phenix 965 or 908, you can get the same rods from Loomis if you prefer. Just be aware that, the one with the Loomis Name on it will cost a lot more and make no mistake it's the same rod. Also the the calstar GX-8, Grafighter extra light 8 or 9 ft. Pac Bay, Loomis, Lamiglas, and Seeker all have a lots of moldels of plastic sticks.
It all depends on if you just plan on trowing larger baits (stiffer), tope water soft plastic baitss (light tip for poping), or if you plan on throwing smaller baits as well bigger trout imitations (mid range). As mentioned in the other post I would also recommend fishing a longer stick. Don't be afraid to fish an 8 or even a 9 foot stick. it will give greater castind distance and control. You notice the advantage once you use it. Good luck.
JErryG
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jesse | Sat Dec-14-02 07:54 PM |
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#7303, "RE: Swimbait rod"
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try looking at roguerods.com. they have a swimabit rod that is especialy for big swimbaits.
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JerryG | Sun Dec-15-02 11:11 PM |
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#7312, "RE: Swimbait rod"
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I found a place on that has the Rainshadow SWCR967 blank for $41.81. That's a great price for a composite rod. angelfire.com/ks/bingham/batsalt.html
I saw it at several sites but this one was the cheapest by far.
JerryG
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Jeff | Mon Dec-16-02 06:19 AM |
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#7314, "RE: Swimbait rod"
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I personnaly use the Loomis GL2 BBR 884, it's an 8' Mag Heavy rod. It is rated for 2-10oz. and I throw the 9" Osprey's and Castaic Soft trout with no problem. It casts a mile and has the back bone to drive the hook home. Great rod but costs around $180, but well worth the price in my opinion.
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NOSEHOOKROOK | Mon Dec-16-02 09:07 AM |
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#7317, "RE: Swimbait rod"
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absolutely, I think the Calcutta's are world class rods, very powerfull, and extremely light, also, they are wrapped by G-Loomis, the 815 is a beautiful rod for throwing 7" baits, whereas the 820 is ideal for the wood, IMO. Can't beat Shimano's warranty either!!!! Dane
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marcsee | Mon Dec-16-02 09:23 AM |
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#7318, "RE: Swimbait rod..Bait Casting"
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On the bait casting subject..what techniques or tactics would you recommend to unfrustrate a prospective convert? What model reel would you buy for the beginner? I had an old Shimano Bantam combo but I could only throw it side armed (overhead would cause bird's nest)
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