[dangerpowers]

I have a Team Daiwa Paul Kerry 12 footer (TDPK12M)

After a quick search on the rod, talk of it being unable to compete with newer models and everyone else buying these 14 foot+ rods I was wondering if it was worth buying something better?

I'm casting at it's maximum but would like to get some extra distance if it's available to me (and worth it)

I mainly work clean ground with an Abu 6500. Any recommendations? :g: And I didn't mean a reel change

 

[smoothound54]

I have a Team Daiwa Paul Kerry 12 footer (TDPK12M)

After a quick search on the rod, talk of it being unable to compete with newer models and everyone else buying these 14 foot+ rods I was wondering if it was worth buying something better?

I'm casting at it's maximum but would like to get some extra distance if it's available to me (and worth it)

I mainly work clean ground with an Abu 6500. Any recommendations? :g: And I didn't mean a reel change

pushin this rod to its limits is fair performance :clap3: - wot distance? - what casting technique?

 

[dangerpowers]

Amongst other anglers overhead thump... off the ground when on my own (pendulum seems to get the same distance with me)

When I say get the maximum out of it I mean overhead thump wise, as im usually fishing in a crowd. Im useless judging distance and i've never measured before... 100-120 yards when tackled up I guess.

 

[smoothound54]

Amongst other anglers overhead thump... off the ground when on my own (pendulum seems to get the same distance with me)

When I say get the maximum out of it I mean overhead thump wise, as im usually fishing in a crowd. Im useless judging distance and i've never measured before... 100-120 yards when tackled up I guess.

suggest 100yds not max available for the rod (unless you use scarborough reel?) - overhead thump can be improved on without too much sweat or time.

so.... suggest seek tuition

To a degree - you cant simply buy distance - with respect - give an unskilled caster a TTR and customised tournament tuned 6500 - and they'll maybe add 5-10 yds for 500 squidlies cost

give em an afternoon's tuition and they'll add 50-100yds for maybe a few quid expenses (or free)

also a proper casting coach will give personal tailored advice on kit - having watched you. sea angler can advise local coaches - or post a query in the casting topic here in WSF

cheers et bon chance

Al

 

[dangerpowers]

I understand that most people who ask for advice on here are told to seek casting tuition. Ill take that advice definately, but after the tuition what would you recommend rodwise

 

[smoothound54]

I understand that most people who ask for advice on here are told to seek casting tuition. Ill take that advice definately, but after the tuition what would you recommend rodwise

personally as an all round rod - you can't beat a century CM - maybe a tad weak for really rough ground -

BUT there are many fine rods at much less dosh - and many better for different uses etc - depends on so many factors - venues; species; reel type; casting style (after tuition); size; age; cost etc

and most importantly personal feel - hence advice to get opinion of coach who will have met you, talked to you and watched you cast

cheers

alan

 

[The Penetrator]

I'd go with everything smoothound54 says because it really is gospel.

Casting lessons really are the secret, you'll be amazed.

As for a rod once you've had a few lessons, take a look at the CME. It's got a slightly stiffer tip than the CM and so it's easier to learn the fundamentals of the OTG cast (you'll be able to feel the cast better). It also makes for a great medium ground fishing rod too. The only negative with it is it can feel a bit heavy.

good luck.