The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums : POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ

The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums : POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:25:49 +0000 Sat, 12 Jun 2010 21:29:56 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.01 360 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=53785 <![CDATA[The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ : this looks like a good deal......]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=777976&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#777976 Author: LBGer
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Posted: 12 Jun 2010 at 9:29pm

this looks like a good deal....

http://www.smartmarine.co.nz/oceanxtreme-overhead-jigging-casting-popper-rod-24kg76-p-7423.html

]]> Sat, 12 Jun 2010 21:29:56 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=777976&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#777976 <![CDATA[POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ : SaffaYakker, Google Daiwa exceller...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=777197&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#777197 Author: LBGer
Subject: 53785
Posted: 10 Jun 2010 at 9:52pm

SaffaYakker, Google Daiwa exceller 6000 size, they look like a an extremely good value reel....

http://www.minstortackle.com/servlet/the-320/Daiwa-Exceler-6000T-Spinning/Detail

]]> Thu, 10 Jun 2010 21:52:26 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=777197&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#777197 <![CDATA[POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ : Photofisha wrote: saffayakker...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=776590&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#776590 Author: ET487
Subject: 53785
Posted: 09 Jun 2010 at 9:28pm

Photofisha wrote:

saffayakker wrote:

I cannot afford those expensive rods so i fish with a cheap Pioneer GT Striker 7'3 and caught GTs up to 32kg.Not bad for a $55 rod and cheap aussie Trade Me braid.Can't post photo but as soon as i have enough posts i will.Those rods are really strong and i cast 150 to 200 gram poppers with ease.

Hey mate i've got that same cheap rod but don't have a reel for it yet.

What did you end up putting on yours?

I use a Daiwa Sealine Bull at the moment, but it is abit too heavy.Looking at a Fin-Nor at the moment either 5500 or 6500 loaded with 30 0r 40 lb braid.]]> Wed, 09 Jun 2010 21:28:55 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=776590&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#776590 <![CDATA[POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ : cheers guys, yeah a challenge...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=776112&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#776112 Author: Blue Asparagus
Subject: 53785
Posted: 08 Jun 2010 at 9:24pm

cheers guys, yeah a challenge it will be, will have a look at these new rods etc and go from there next challenge is a sword on the fin-nor, prep done waiting on a weather window and a dedicated crew ]]> Tue, 08 Jun 2010 21:24:57 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=776112&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#776112 <![CDATA[POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ : Blue Asparagus wrote:just a...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=776095&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#776095 Author: ChrisW
Subject: 53785
Posted: 08 Jun 2010 at 9:04pm

Blue Asparagus wrote:

just a question here, but what is or was wrong with the rods we used only a few years back? the Diawa 80j comes to mind as do the Kilwells and the original butterworth Jig king, like I said just a question.

Nothing really wrong with the old gear, people are always looking for rods that -

lighter because you pop ALL DAY.
cast further
work the popper/stickbait better

there is always a development stage in getting tooled up for a different fishing form. Take a look at the jigging rods and reels and how far they have come in just 3 -4 years. Take a look at youself and the tackle you have brought since you started jigging. If you thought that was unbelieveable progress then be prepared for even more because popping is even more addictive and definately more expensive.

Popping at the highest level is targetting GT's, Tuna and billfish exceeding 100kg. The gear needs to be good enough to cast giant 200g lures and tough enough to land VW sized reef donkeys.

This is blue water angling at a very high level. We are very fortunate having a decent Marlin fishery where we can tease them up enough to throw a lure at them. It will be done, and sooner than later. Could be your next challenge BA

]]> Tue, 08 Jun 2010 21:04:43 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=776095&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#776095 <![CDATA[POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ : Blue Asparagus wrote:just...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=776094&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#776094 Author: Titahi
Subject: 53785
Posted: 08 Jun 2010 at 9:04pm

I have used a butterworth jig king, a great rod. A good analogy might be looking at what can be achieved with a 4/0 reel these days. Nothing wrong with the old 4/0 penn reels just advancements in knowledge and technology have made modern size 4/0 reels a better reel.

]]> Tue, 08 Jun 2010 21:04:41 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=776094&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#776094 <![CDATA[POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ : saffayakker wrote:I cannot...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=775991&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#775991 Author: Photofisha
Subject: 53785
Posted: 08 Jun 2010 at 6:24pm

Hey mate i've got that same cheap rod but don't have a reel for it yet.

What did you end up putting on yours?

]]> Tue, 08 Jun 2010 18:24:02 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=775991&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#775991 <![CDATA[POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ : I have never been lucky enough...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=775982&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#775982 Author: Boulder
Subject: 53785
Posted: 08 Jun 2010 at 6:14pm

I have never been lucky enough to own a butterworth but have had the others you mention. difference,s as I remember it is you get a huge longer cast out of the new purpose designed rods and that stiffness also helps when you work the stickbait. The 80J in particular would IMHO be a little soft in the tip to impart the correct action. Fine for pitch and heaving poppers with a steady rate of return

Just what I have seen and felt after quite a few trips with guys that seem to know what they are doing.
]]> Tue, 08 Jun 2010 18:14:25 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=775982&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#775982 <![CDATA[POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ : just a question here, but what...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=775978&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#775978 Author: Blue Asparagus
Subject: 53785
Posted: 08 Jun 2010 at 6:06pm

just a question here, but what is or was wrong with the rods we used only a few years back? the Diawa 80j comes to mind as do the Kilwells and the original butterworth Jig king, like I said just a question.]]> Tue, 08 Jun 2010 18:06:09 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=775978&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#775978 <![CDATA[POPPER/STICK B8 RODS FOR NZ : check out the Jigging Master Monster...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=775969&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#775969 Author: ChrisW
Subject: 53785
Posted: 08 Jun 2010 at 5:47pm

check out the Jigging Master Monster GT 79 special. Hellishly tough and reasonably priced around $850.]]> Tue, 08 Jun 2010 17:47:59 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=53785&PID=775969&title=popper-stick-b8-rods-for-nz#775969