Looking at a new surf rod
Submitted by Chuditch on Sat, 2009-07-25 19:58
Went down to the local tackle store today in the search of a new surf rod to take on a trip up north. I took a liking to the Gary Howard Phatoms, probably best value for money around the $200 mark. Finding a reel to suit is another issue. Does anyone have any suggestions around the $300 mark.
Colin Hay
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Gary Howards make very nice rods Chuditch
What size is it?
Value for money wise it is yard to go past a Shimano Stradic FI or one of the Penn spinning reels.
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Chuditch
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10ft 6-8kg
I was looking into the 10ft or 12ft 6-8kg model. Put a few sizes of the Spheros on today and it just didnt feel right. Also looking at the Emblem Pro 5500
Ill have a look at the Stradic cheers.
Colin Hay
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I have an Emblem Pro
They are a very nice reel and good value for money.
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brenz
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i just got a emblem pro and
i just got a emblem pro and is ok i know a mate of mine just snapped the reel foot of 1 but i still beleive they are a good reel. i think for surf fishing you cant go past longcast spools but im sure many will beg to differ .