Pe3 topwater set
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Category: Saltwater Fishing
Forum Name: Popper and Topwater Fishing
Forum Description: If you're into a bit of action on top, this is the forum for you
URL: https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=91692
Printed Date: 07 Jun 2026 at 11:55pm
Topic: Pe3 topwater set
Posted By: corokid
Subject: Pe3 topwater set
Date Posted: 12 Jun 2013 at 10:13pm
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Advice and opinions appreciated. Looking for something I can flick all day . Dedicated stickbait rod , lure range @ 50 to 80g. 7'6" to 8 ft . 2 piece. Want to do this once and do it right , get the most out of lures where the only limitation is my technique , give me something to work on ha ha. Reels more than likely Stella5000 or Saltiga4000 , from memory the Stella being the higher speed. Rod, synit raza pe3 or similar . Thinking around the 7'6" length a bit more user friendly for quick casts from small boat. Thanks |
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Posted By: ChrisW
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 5:07pm
How about the JM Surface Assasin 7'5"? Throws 40-120g and PE3-6 . Price about $825 in good tackle stores. Alternative is JM Ocean DEvil rod, there is a light model, don't have details at the mo. ------------- give it death! |
corokid wrote:Posted By: Boulder
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 5:40pm
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Specs on the OD73 light lures 50-110gm pe2-5 rated 12kg at 90deg and 6kg at 60deg 1 in stock pm for price if interested ------------- http://www.boulderguiding.co.nz">  http://www.boulderguiding.co.nz">www.boulderguiding.co.nz |
Posted By: corokid
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 5:52pm
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Thanks Chris and Boulder. I have just secured a Stella5000SW with 40 lb JB hollow on it. Realise alot will consider the 5000 a little under gunned. I would also use it for flicking big softbaits , and have a nice pe6 and pe8 sets. So this will be my fun set in the right circumstances. That the reel rating that OD73 light is ticking a few boxes. Will send pm Boulder. Thanks again |
Posted By: Men In Black
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 6:38pm
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Van Diemen X35, 30-90g, PE3-PE5, 8ft 2pc, Dedicated stickbait rod designed to target larger fish using light lures. The PE3 Razar may be like taking a pocket knife to a gun fight unless you are solely targeting inshore Gulf Kingfish. We primarily sell the PE3 into Southern California for small Tuna and Asia for Sailfish. ------------- www.synit.co.nz |
Posted By: ReelAppealLures
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 6:45pm
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Your not under gunned with a 5K bro! I'm thinking a Van Diemen X35, it will be a new offering from Synit that is currently in the prototype stage. Xantu Live Fibre Nano blank, Fuji Components with "K" series guides, 2 piece, 8'4" (Not confirmed length will check with G) 30g to 80g best lure zone, PE3 - PE5. 12kg Max drag at 45degrees. I have a prototype here at RAL HQ, I have been flicking all manner of small stick baits with it and like what I see. This will be a real weapon for so many lure fishermen, the length gives very good distances when casting and would also be great on the bricks and with the rise in popularity of casting baits not just for Kingy's but Snapper, Trev's etc. dedicated "light" lure rods are going to gain traction in NZ. Bring on the BOP topwater bite! ------------- http://www.facebook.com/pages/Reel-Appeal-Lures/300309486704362 |
Posted By: ReelAppealLures
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 6:46pm
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Posted By: ReelAppealLures
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 6:49pm
Hi Boulder, Just clarifying with myself how this brand is rated, 0 degrees is Highstick o'clock? 90 degrees is on the rail. Sam ------------- http://www.facebook.com/pages/Reel-Appeal-Lures/300309486704362 |
Posted By: corokid
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 7:01pm
Do you think that rod would be better ballanced with something like a Stella8000 Graeme? |
Posted By: corokid
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 7:13pm
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Thanks RAL. Can't really ask for much more than that , feedback from the builder and test pilot plus the one I have just been on the phone too. Looking forward to some topwater action . Didn't really crack it last year fishing out of coro but have just purchased new boat solely for purpose . Easy to launch just about anywhere on the coromandel , 4m centre console . What reel have you been using on that rod Sam. Ta |
Posted By: Men In Black
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 7:26pm
5000, 6000 or 8000 at the top end would suit the Van Diemen X35. We have done a lot of testing overseas as well as here with the whole Van Diemen range working out lengths etc. Even though the prototypes like Sam at RAL has got is an 8ft 4" version the lenght does not impact on angler Fatigue as the top 2/3rds of the tip section has been designed go be taken out of play once hooked up and the mid 1/3 and butt do the lifting. ------------- www.synit.co.nz |
Posted By: Men In Black
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 7:31pm
Sam's light lures are pretty much tuned to the Van Diemen's. Lionel has the X46 and been testing at the Three Kings and Cape Maria Van Diemen and we all know the sort of fish coming out of there of late... ------------- www.synit.co.nz |
Posted By: Men In Black
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 7:34pm
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If you like I can get Mr Plastic to loan you his Prototype to try as we have another little project for him to trial soon. ------------- www.synit.co.nz |
Posted By: Boulder
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 7:49pm
Thats also as I understand it Sam BTW your popper will get another hiding next week in New Cal ------------- http://www.boulderguiding.co.nz"> http://www.boulderguiding.co.nz">www.boulderguiding.co.nz |
Posted By: kaveman
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 8:39pm
Haha, i just sold my 5000 Stella to Dave, maybe should have kept it but think that Van Dieman35 would suit a bit more drag, Dave, you are welcome to try mine if you want -------------  www.kavemantackle.co.nz
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Posted By: kaveman
Date Posted: 13 Jun 2013 at 8:46pm
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Another cheaper option is the Offshore Stick KGS series by Smith, 68M or 70 would suit pe2 nicely ------------- www.kavemantackle.co.nz
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Posted By: devonstwest
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2013 at 4:19am
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Have a JM OD73 light if you want Specs:lures 50-110gm pe2-5 rated 12kg at 90deg and 6kg at 60deg
Used twice, Mint as for $400. Back in NZ next week.
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Posted By: the angler
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2013 at 6:59am
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heard you are having a garage sale dsw , its the talk of the fishing club the vultures are circleing allready . have you got anything suitable for a jm arrestor for sale ? i will buy it to on sell to pirate.
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Posted By: corokid
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2013 at 7:52am
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Thanks for the offer Devonstwest , your forum name brings back a few old memories when I use to visit that part of the world on coastal tankers. Some good, some not so good ha ha. Got sick of being sick and tired.  WIll pass on the rod thanks. |
Posted By: devonstwest
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2013 at 8:30am
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Angler- Few seagulls down there last night I bet. Hope you gave Lofty a goodnight kiss.
Garage sale for the boys. MC Works, Synit, Jigging Master, Shimano & Offshore. Sent you a list.
Leftovers will go on fishing.net
Good luck on the puka.
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Posted By: dirty hooker
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2013 at 5:39pm
| can u send me through a list to brother |
Posted By: the angler
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2013 at 5:53pm
| its a good looking list. |
Posted By: corokid
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2013 at 9:04pm
Thank you MIB, I would like to take you up on that offer , pressure is on me now to do it justice  Now that's service that can only come with confidence in your product. |
Posted By: Men In Black
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2013 at 9:39pm
will head over to Waiheke to see him soon and pick up the rod. I have a new mission for him to test so he won't miss it over winter ------------- www.synit.co.nz |
Posted By: corokid
Date Posted: 14 Jun 2013 at 9:50pm
Thanks MIB ,apparently it's going to be a very long winter.
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Posted By: willis likes to Jiggy Jig
Date Posted: 15 Jun 2013 at 5:18am
| dsw i thought u goin on holiday this hitch off???? or did ya bf pull out on ya.. |