Which rod to choose?
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Printed Date: 31 Jan 2026 at 1:17am
Topic: Which rod to choose?
Posted By: Masterbaiter14
Subject: Which rod to choose?
Date Posted: 06 Oct 2024 at 11:21am
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Apologies if this has already been discussed, but I am looking for a strong rod which can take a bit of abuse, is suitable for jigging or putting on small live baits and isn't too long 6-7ft (is setup for spinning). I enjoy fishing around New Plymouth and often fish off the wharf and an off the rocks, targeting John Dory, occasional gurnard, kahawai and snapper. Due to the large amount and types of rods I am rather confused on what to purchase, what would be your recommendation. thanks. |
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Posted By: MB
Date Posted: 06 Oct 2024 at 11:50am
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If you're going to abuse it (at least you're honest!), you may as well go cheap and replace it every so often. Fibreglass can take the knocks better than graphite. Something like this? It's a travel rod (never a bad thing), but ticks the boxes. https://www.marine-deals.co.nz/ugly-stik-gold-704trvm-travel-spin-rod-7ft-5-10kg-4pc" rel="nofollow - https://www.marine-deals.co.nz/ugly-stik-gold-704trvm-travel-spin-rod-7ft-5-10kg-4pc
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Posted By: Masterbaiter14
Date Posted: 06 Oct 2024 at 12:06pm
Thanks mate!
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MB wrote:Posted By: Keith C
Date Posted: 06 Oct 2024 at 2:50pm
| MB's suggestion of Ugly Stik is a good one. You can find some suitable Ugly Stiks around $100 in 1-piece if you look around. |
Posted By: smudge
Date Posted: 06 Oct 2024 at 6:46pm
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An Ugly Stik should take the abuse
------------- Best gurnard fisherman in my street |