[Fisherdan32]

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[mrfishjersey]

You will probably be put off lure fishing forever with a £35 rod, baitcaster and Rapalas mate. Have a go anyway but dont think for a minute that this set up will be much use for shore fishing the UK coast. If I were you I would buy the rod whilst in the states, they have a huge selection of baitcaster style rods over there and even for £35 you'll get a good one.

 

[Fisherdan32]

Thanks, hmmm I'll think I will stick too the fluff chucking till the next time if i ever go to the states. would baitcasters be suitable from the beach? or would i be better off with a fixed spool?

 

[All Sea Fishing]

You will probably be put off lure fishing forever with a £35 rod, baitcaster and Rapalas mate. Have a go anyway but dont think for a minute that this set up will be much use for shore fishing the UK coast. If I were you I would buy the rod whilst in the states, they have a huge selection of baitcaster style rods over there and even for £35 you'll get a good one.

Having just bought the Abu Ruby Crest for £36 I and a few others that have tried it, have been quite impressed and far from being put off I am now enjoying lure fishing more than before.

As time goes on I am sure I will spend more money on lure rods etc, but for just starting out I cannot fault an investment of £36

 

[Bassorama]

Kons, I think Mr Fish meant that the particular set up and lures may put him off, not that you can't get an acceptable spin/plug rod for £35.

 

[All Sea Fishing]

Kons, I think Mr Fish meant that the particular set up and lures may put him off, not that you can't get an acceptable spin/plug rod for £35.

I see My mistake.

 

[Big Tones]

Hi Dan,

You might like to check out some of the replies I got to this thread. Bottom of page 1 and most of page 2.

http://www.worldseafishing.com/forums/showthread.php?t=191523

Some people are using baitcasters with success. If you have already got the reel then why not give it a go. It could make catching mackerel more fun.

As for baitcasters, you might need to check out the pike fishing section of shops. Harris sportsmail have a few.

http://www.harrissportsmail.com/Categories.aspx?CategoryID=2165

The Savage Gear rods are popular around here and the Butch Light might suit your needs. Might have to increase your budget though.

The fashion around here is for 7'-9' fast action spinning rods with 4000 size spinning reels and braid.

I hope that this helps.

Tones.

 

[magicdog]

The Savage Gear rods are popular around here and the Butch Light might suit your needs. Might have to increase your budget though

I have a Butch Light and consider the casting weight rating to be a little light - it will handle up to 100g easily...hmy:

As the OP was suggesting a rod for 7-28g (ish), I would suggest looking at the BushWhacker or Boner from Savage Gear.

 

[Fisherdan32]

Ah sorry i havn't replied, been away for a while... Thank you very much for your posts!