Help with lure weight guides!

[The G factor]

Hey guys,

With rods that state that the rod is rated to lures between 1/32nd-1/4 oz, or like 1-7 grams, I understand that that is the optimun casting weights for that specific rod, however, if I was to go over the weight, what problems will it pose?

I have heard that it can snap the tips, and seeing as graphite can be very sensitive, I am not doubting this. However I use alot of my bream gear for squidding, chucking around 10-15gram jigs and havent had a single issue.

I was wondering if this is doing damage to the rod, or if it can pose a considerable problem in the future?

Any help would be really appreciated.

Thanks guys,

George

[lucks13]

well as we all know graphite rods eventually get sloppy? some quicker than others. I think if you were to use lures heavier than the rod recomends, it speeds up the prosses.
hope this helps
cheers
Heath

[The G factor]

I didnt realise graphite rods get sloppy? I have a nitro thats over 2 years old and its remained brilliant?

Even a pretty ordinary shimano rod I have has stayed in great condition, even though I abuse it a fair bit.

Thanks anyway mate

[Hooked]

Originally Posted by lucks13

well as we all know graphite rods eventually get sloppy?

What the ??? My rods are going to get impotence with age...oh the shame. Tell me it isn't so.When they say a stiff blank they really mean it hey.And a noodle stick is just that...dam.ls there any rod viagra available yet for a hot session day and night.Got to fix my noodle stick.

Steve "still stiff" Morrison

[lucks13]

oops got some refrasing to do...
what I ment was if you treat them like crap then they get sloppy I think i should stop now...

[Hooked]

l think the phrase is "quit while your ahead".

[The G factor]

oh well at least he tried :P

Hooked,

Are you able to shed any light on this?

[Breamingwithjoy]

In my experience you can go slightly above the optimum casting weight for a rod by using a sweeping cast as opposed to a flick to get the lure out. It puts less violent pressure on the rod. 10 gram jigs should be alright but try a sweep cast for anything over 10 grams just to be safe.

[The G factor]

hey mate,

Yep definitely do sweep casts, Id be asking for trouble if I tried short flicking big 15 gram squid jigs around!

Ill just take it easy and Im sure it will be fine, just wanted to make sure though.

Thanks