Best rod $50-$80 - Page 2

Mrflathead · #16 25-04-2011, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by BladeCA

I've got 2 of these and use them regularly. For the price they are a fantastic rod. They can chuck a light sp or HB a very impressive distance. Throw a 10g slug with it and you definately want to make sure you have some space, they really send them out. Pulling power for such a cheap light rod blew me away and each one I've looked at has been perfectly wrapped and finished with guides and reel seat all lined up unlike quite a few of the trions I've looked over. I also like the short handle so that gives it a big plus for me.

Is this the one? http://www.DohDohDoh.com.au/online-s...59#Description

Windknot · #17 26-04-2011, 12:36 AM

I was browsing in the tackle shop at Marlo over Easter and I picked up a Slazenger rod. It was only $54 and it felt pretty good. It would be good to use with soft plastics and HBs on bream, etc. It was a little heavy, but apart from that, it was okay. It was similiar to a Berkley Dropshot, but cost less. They're made in China, of course, like most level entry rods.

They're worth a look. I thought about buying a couple for my children to use, but they've laid claim to my Pfleuger Trions anyway.

Mick

Wint o' Breamin · #18 26-04-2011, 07:49 AM

well theres been quite a bit of 2nd rate gear suggested

I recomend you see if you can track down a Steve Starling Stella Series ($80-90) and these rods for are bloody good, let alone for that price! Cork Handle, grafite blank i have had one for 2 years, many bream although its no longer used often i love it and many agree its an amazing buy! Far better than the "slazenger"

Good luck

echo1 · #19 27-04-2011, 12:47 PM

The bream that got me into the 40cm club was caught on a graphite Mojiko rod. One piece, cork grips, removable weights on the butt-cap. Performed well considering it cost me $20 on special. Should be able to get it for around $80 at normal price. It has since been broken but that was due to a car door