CHanging striper rods !?

[snowdaddy22]

Gentleman...I mostly live line bunker and the rod i used last year was good to me most of the time. That is till i started catching some larger fish thanks to some practice and luck. The rod i was using is a 7' medium action rod very sensative but lacked a bit in back bone and i feel i was not in as much control of the fish as i should be. Give me some suggestions on the rods you guys prefer for this style of fishing. Id like to stay with a 7' rod but i think it should have more back bone. Id like to keep it under 200 dollars Any info. is greatly appreciated as usual.

[Chris Gatley]

shimano tallus 7'0 MHC or the 6'6" rod in that line. if you want cork, check out the teramar SE version in theior heavy action 7 foot. Light but packed full of B*lls.

100 bucks or so and guaranteed for life.

[BigSexy]

Ugly stik Tiger model 2201

[JAT11]

I do much the same fishing for stripers & use a 7' M St. Croix w/ a Penn 975LD...never had a problem., also use it for fluking/tog/offshore.

[snowdaddy22]

shimano tallus 7'0 MHC or the 6'6" rod in that line. if you want cork, check out the teramar SE version in theior heavy action 7 foot. Light but packed full of B*lls.

100 bucks or so and guaranteed for life.


Ive actually been loking online at the teramar se its a sharp looking rod especially like the guarantee some people have suggested custom with loomis or lamiglass or calstar whats ur thoughts on that

[paul708]

for 200 you can get a good custom rod,
something with a softer tip with alot of backbone
i am finishing up a set for a big charter boat in cape may.
he is using for stripers and drum
it should be pretty good for you also
feel free to give a call

[paul708]

Ive actually been loking online at the teramar se its a sharp looking rod especially like the guarantee some people have suggested custom with loomis or lamiglass or calstar whats ur thoughts on thatif you are going custom LAMI,
i gotta say the HONEY LAMI is a great rod.
but its a little more than 200

[GREGK]

i am with big
ugly stick tigers
for the money (talk to guatamal dave he had a sale on them)

[Bulls Eye Fishing Rods]

We can fit you with a nice custom rod for under 200. Check out our live bait rods. They come in 15-30 weight and 15-40. Also range from 6' to 7'. They have a nice tip to feel the slightest bump and a strong butt to put a hurtin on the slobs. If you have any questions give us a call. We are actually having a sale on the customs right now!

[Fishin' Fever]

Check out the line up of Star Rods. Particulary the handcrafted, great rods for way under 200 bucks.

[Bob ECT]

Lamiglas TriFlex. The blanks have soft tip with strong butt section for lifting power.

[Seaclusion]

I do much the same fishing for stripers & use a 7' M St. Croix w/ a Penn 975LD...never had a problem., also use it for fluking/tog/offshore.

Same here... I like the St Croix rods. I have 2 with 975's and 2 spinning rods as well. I also have some Ugly Stick tigers. They are not as sensitive but have tons of backbone.

[Chris Gatley]

Ive actually been loking online at the teramar se its a sharp looking rod especially like the guarantee some people have suggested custom with loomis or lamiglass or calstar whats ur thoughts on that

custom or production rod is really a decision you must make. take a look at each style and put both in your hands and decide for yourself. I have many custom rods for freshwater fishing, especially for trout, salmon and steelhead - and I love them. I also like the personal flair that certain builders add to the rod. But, when I am in an all out saltwater bite with many hookups, things tend to get bounced around the boat, people can stumble over each other and in general unexpected things happen. I would hate to break a pretty custom rod during an all out mad dog bite. Not that the person can't build another but that it may take some time to do so. I don't know, maybe custom rod guys have backup stocks on certain rod models. I guess that all comes down to each individual builder.

as for blanks, I am not a rod builder so I am not up to speed on all of the different brands. Stick with a famous or popular brand and you should be OK. All of my custom rods are loomis and my center pin and salmon skeine float rods are rainshadow blanks for what that is worth.

Good luck in your decision!

[Belmo]

The Seeker Live Bait series (CLB) revolutionized how people fish live bait. if you want the absolute best rod for fishing live pogies or spot, get a custom built on a CLB. It has a very stout butt, but a soft glass tip so that you can feel that little bunker get scared. Getting a CLB rolled by a good custom builder will cost you more than a factory rod, but it will blow away in performance anything you can buy off the shelf.

If it were me, I'd get a CLB wrapped spiral, and match it with a Penn International 975 or a Shimano Calcutta. But I have expensive tastes...

[paul708]

The Seeker Live Bait series (CLB) revolutionized how people fish live bait. if you want the absolute best rod for fishing live pogies or spot, get a custom built on a CLB. It has a very stout butt, but a soft glass tip so that you can feel that little bunker get scared. Getting a CLB rolled by a good custom builder will cost you more than a factory rod, but it will blow away in performance anything you can buy off the shelf.

If it were me, I'd get a CLB wrapped spiral, and match it with a Penn International 975 or a Shimano Calcutta. But I have expensive tastes...Chris, have you seen it in the new blanks?the SS.... 3 or 4 models
very sweet
alot of the virginia guys are using them for livelining
they are a hot item down there
thats over his 200, but its worth it:D

[YMMV]

Either my Lami Tri-Flex or Penn Pro Bluewater.

[snowdaddy22]

You guys have really givin me alot of great info i really appreciate it when you guys say the customs are over the 200 range how much are we talking cause i have good tastes as well i would rather have 2 of the best than 12 of so so i have 4 fresh water loomis rods and wouldnt buy another for freshwater fishing but i know there are alot more salt blanks in that upper eshcelon { how ever you spell it} BUt i think im goping to start making some phone calls about the custos this week thanks for all the replies again You guys are the best-Brian

[Re-Bait]

Take a look at the Loomis muskie rods if your looking for more backbone

[spikefish]

The 7' loomis muskie rods are great rods. I have 2 spinning & 1 casting
love all of them.Also they are very versatile -deep fluking,tog,sea bass,
blues,stripers,drum.

[Blynch]

Gentleman...I mostly live line bunker and the rod i used last year was good to me most of the time. That is till i started catching some larger fish thanks to some practice and luck. The rod i was using is a 7' medium action rod very sensative but lacked a bit in back bone and i feel i was not in as much control of the fish as i should be. Give me some suggestions on the rods you guys prefer for this style of fishing. Id like to stay with a 7' rod but i think it should have more back bone. Id like to keep it under 200 dollars Any info. is greatly appreciated as usual.

Barefoot fishing 7 ft rod. I picked up a pair for 40 BUCKS!!!! at the show... as good as any 200 dollar rod (light, plenty of power...)

[Fish Whisperer]

I would take a look at the Star rods in the Stellar series. I bought a Loomis Bluewater and blew it up first time out. I drop 5 bills on that with a new Avet and I was a more than a little peeved. Took it back and got a Star, and it was $108 vs. 250 for the Loomis and you get a lifetime warranty just the same. I got turned on to Star rods when a tarpon guide told me that he had blew up quite a few Loomis rods but had yet to break a Star rod since he switched. The Cabela's Saltstriker rods are pretty decent too, and you can often get a really good deal if you happen to like one of their prearranged combos. Stick to something in the 15-30 or 20-40 range on whatever you pick.

[WetSideShawn]

Lami Tri-Flex

[Reelboys40]

the fish cant see the rod heavy is better on the meat run/ noir can he tell if its a viking or a sea king boat

[snowdaddy22]

Thanks for all your thoughts gentleman im a very busy man right now setting up some hands on shopping thanks again

[johnny d]

Calstar I heard great reviews. They are popular on the west coast with p's fishing for tuna. They are a little on the heavy side for weight.

Based on my experience I would go with Lamiglass. Love the Lami Triflex series. Triflex series even has rod made specificly for live bait fishing. They are light, soft tip, senstive and plenty of back bone for power. Did I say I loved my Lami Triflex.:D

[snowdaddy22]

Calstar I heard great reviews. They are popular on the west coast with p's fishing for tuna. They are a little on the heavy side for weight.

Based on my experience I would go with Lamiglass. Love the Lami Triflex series. Triflex series even has rod made specificly for live bait fishing. They are light, soft tip, senstive and plenty of back bone for power. Did I say I loved my Lami Triflex.:D
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You did say that but thats what i want to hear im gonna go put one in my hands this weekend after my boater sasftey course sat How much did you get yours for if you dont mind me asking?

[johnny d]

I bought it used but the rod was new off a Barner for $100.

[johnny d]

Snowdaddy,

Forgot to add, I just built a Honey Lami for togging, but would a great rod for bass fishing and deep water fluking. Paul at JPR rods can hook you up.