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dball | Fri Jan-10-03 02:33 PM |
Member since Jan 04th 2002
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#8677, "Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-)"
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Hey guys, I've posted some surf perch reports in the past, usually I fished the SB or Ventura areas, but have gotten skunked the last four times that I went so I haven't posted.
Question for you perch experts.....I've got a 7' lightweight rod that I've been using. I keep reading about how you guys use 9' or 10' steelhead rods. Does the extra length really make a difference for fishing perch? I thought that the perch were supposed to be in close enough that I can reach them with my 7' rod.
But ever since I started getting skunked, I guess I wanna blame the rod for its lack of reach. What are your thoughts? ** tight lines make all my troubles go away **
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RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
fongster,
Jan 10th 2003, #1
RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
Aztecwin,
Jan 10th 2003, #2
RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
hookup90247,
Jan 10th 2003, #3
RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
JerryG,
Jan 10th 2003, #4
RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
Aztecwin,
Jan 10th 2003, #5
RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
dball,
Jan 13th 2003, #6
RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
fongster,
Jan 13th 2003, #7
RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
tsurikichi,
Jan 14th 2003, #8
RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
tsurikichi,
Jan 14th 2003, #9
RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
dball,
Jan 15th 2003, #10
RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-),
Catfish,
Jan 15th 2003, #11
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Aztecwin | Fri Jan-10-03 06:23 PM |
Member since Mar 04th 2002
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#8682, "RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-)"
In response to Reply # 1
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My experience has always been that one doesn't need great distance for sucessful perchin'.
I've nailed some nice slabs just feet from my feet! I like my Fenwick HMXS 9'0" Salmon/Steelhead Rod because its super sensitive and does allow me the ability to avoid picking up alot of salad and soup distortion in the inside breaker zone.
I own a 7'6" Shimano V Rod that is a real kick also. But I just like the extra fast taper that my Fenwick gives me with that length.
Don't feel too bummed about not doing well lately. Conditions have sucked the past few weeks.
Tight Lines!
Aztecwin
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hookup90247 | Fri Jan-10-03 06:27 PM |
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#8683, "RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-)"
In response to Reply # 0
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I don't think you have a problem with your seven footer. I think the problem may just be a matter of getting the fish in the mood. I started with a 6' then switched to a 7' and just in the last couple of weeks, I switched again to a 9'. There wasn't that big of a difference. It really did shoot the grub out there but all the bites came within casting distance of even the 6' rod! Like Fongster says, it really is about keeping the line above the breakers. That's the only clear advantage. Believe me. I had a couple of friends with me fishing my two 7' rods and they both smoked me! They each had like 8 or 9 and I only had a couple.
It just sounds like a classic case of fishing instead of catching. Sometimes we get um and others we don't. Just keep on keepin on! You'll find the fish again soon!
Darin
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JerryG | Fri Jan-10-03 09:24 PM |
Member since Sep 09th 2002
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#8687, "RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-)"
In response to Reply # 0
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I agree with the others on the biggest advantage being able to keep your line above the rolling surf. As mentioned most fish are tight to the beach so casting isn't much of an issue but when it comes to corbina I've found that being stealth leads to success.
I fish them just like I would fish a wild trout in a stream. In spring and summer when you see them feeding in shallow water they most likely can see you. It's better to stand away from the water either cast down the beach to them from a distance or drift a bait to them. This often means casting a light bait with very little weight a good distance. Many times a heavy weight will only spook these weary fish. I've had more luck with fishing a small split shot or even just fly lining a softshell crabs to them.
I fish 4lb string on an 8ft 6wt spinning rod which I like a lot. This season I'm going to wrap a 9ft 6wt spinning stick and give it a try. I feel I get better hook sets and have more control when fighting fish in the surf on the longer stick. I think it's more personal preference than anything. Those long noodle rods are sure a lot of fun when the corbina or bigger perch get going though. Good luck and let them go so they'll be there when I go out looking for them. I'll return the favor.
JerryG
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Aztecwin | Fri Jan-10-03 10:06 PM |
Member since Mar 04th 2002
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#8688, "RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-)"
In response to Reply # 4
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Yep, catch and release is the ticket! Release them gently and show respect.
Tight Lines! Aztecwin
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dball | Mon Jan-13-03 08:26 AM |
Member since Jan 04th 2002
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#8708, "RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-)"
In response to Reply # 5
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Thanks for the reassurances, I'll keep at it. I guess I'll stop blaming the rod ;-) This slump will shake off sooner or later.
Tight lines.
** tight lines make all my troubles go away **
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dball | Wed Jan-15-03 08:27 AM |
Member since Jan 04th 2002
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#8725, "RE: Surf rods -- Does Size Matter ;-)"
In response to Reply # 9
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I appreciate your insight. Based on the responses, I think I'll be downsizing my line to 4lb with maybe a 2lb leader. That should help give better lure action and cast farther. Thanks! ** tight lines make all my troubles go away **
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