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bucko
03-13-2002, 06:21 PM
i need to buy 6 new rods .i do not want to spend a lot of money on rods . i would like to keep it around $200 . bps has some 7"6 in med/hev for under $20 each .i do know you get what you pay for.would like some input on this . thank you ron
Bucko,
The BPS rods that I've seen and used were very nice. Trolling rods do not need to be high tech rods, and fiberglass is just fine. Most serious Erie trollers use rods that cost 40 bucks or less. The rods should be rated for 8 - 15 or so. They need to have a soft tip with plenty of power in the butt. Do yourself a favor and make sure you get all identical rods. In fact if you have the opportunity to go through a bunch of rods, get 2 weights of 6 or 8 ounces and use them to compare rods that are designated as identical. You'll be surprised how much diference there can be in rods that are supposed to be alike.
Matching rods will make learning much easier and quicker. Good luck, and have a ball. Come on Spring!!!
3-way guy
03-13-2002, 07:19 PM
Try Shimano 8ft TDR downrigger rods medium action works great not only for planer boards but also leadcore and superlines.
Diawa Heartland Series. 8'6" for $29.99 at Fleet Farm. Times 6 equals $180. Plus tax, of course. I like the rods.
Tight Lines All,
Shep
luvtotroll
03-14-2002, 09:02 PM
Gander Mountain Guide series Trolling rods. 2 pice, 8'6" or 7'6" medium or medium heavy action. Ihave used both sizes and weight with boards and they work great. I do prefer the medium. Only $59.99.
Scott
Keith Kavajecz
03-14-2002, 10:10 PM
FYI, I just got a flyer in the mail for the Bass Pro Fishing Classic (held next weekend, but sale prices start this weekend) and you can get $20.00 off the Walleye Angler Signature Series rods (all styles). Trolling rods are regular 59.99, should be on sale for $39.99.
Good Walleye Fishing
Keith Kavajecz
MathMan
03-15-2002, 06:25 AM
Keith: How do you get these sale prices? On-line?
Rick Mitchell
Stevens Point, Wisconsin
Stitches
03-15-2002, 07:10 AM
Take a look at the Cabela's 9' Innerflow rods these work excellent for this application. They are well worth the money in my opinion.
CarpetBagger
03-15-2002, 11:07 AM
www.FishUSA.com
pick yourself up a few Daiwa Heartland 8'6'' Medium action trollin rods. They work great for the boards. Only 28.95 a piece and flat shipping rate. (you wont get that from cabela's or bass pro)
CB