Kirks Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Hey Guys Looking to get another bream outfit for my birthday so I can chase bream on lighter lures with increased casting distance. Looking at a Sol 2000. Line will probably be 4 and 6lb TD Sensor braid. Few Questions though, Need A suitable rod for my setup, was looking a Samurai Rod but then looked at the price tag Can't go to custom but I need a rod that will be suitable. Cheers Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh88 Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Whats your budget Steve? I've got a Sustain 2500 with 6lb sensor braid on a TD Saltwater series rod and its an awesome set up. The saltwater series rods lightest is 6-10lb which is a bit heavier than ideal if you're just using it for bream spinning but i use it for chasing pelagics as well and it does both jobs brilliantly. Maybe the T-Curve Tournament 2009? Josh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirks Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 Hey Josh Yeh that was kinda what I was thinking the T-Curve. Looking round 250-300 in terms of price Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josh88 Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 I meant you're total budget including reel Steve as i'd consider reels other than the SOL, i've used both and i'd stick with the Sustain. Would bream be its sole purpose or would you chase other stuff with it as well? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirks Posted January 26, 2009 Author Share Posted January 26, 2009 HEy Josh Bream flatties All on lures so no bait with it. not sure of the budget as yet got to ask the parents. Cheers Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkHorse Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Steve, I got my T-Curve from The big tackle store place when ALL shimano rods were 25% OFF. It cost me $168.00 In saying that I got my Advantage Rod and Reel from Go Fish Dural (Peter) got an excellent price, excellent service and quick delivery. Personally if you can go see Peter, get a T-Curve and try various reels to match in balance, he is a wealth of knowledge, does not try the hard sell (in fact he tried talking me into spending less money!!) and REALLY knows his tackle. Regards, Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
micksfishn Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 have a look at the daiwa infeet range the names not the best but a really nice set up 7 foot 6 1-3kg rod and the reel is the same size as a 2000 loaded up with your chiose of braid great combo i have 2lbs on mine and love it mick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arpie Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 Hi Steve, also check out the 1000 reels too - at the ABT yesterday, many of the ABT fishos had 1000s on their rig! They are lighter & means you can fish all day without tiring out. When buying, if you go to Pete personally, see if you can try out both setups - a 1000 & 2000 with suitable rods. Roberta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandini Posted January 26, 2009 Share Posted January 26, 2009 G'Day Steve, Roberta is spot on with the weight factor, especially if you are flicking soft plastics or poppers. An Abu Cardinal 801, 4lb braid and leader, teamed with Strudwick Sic Stik pro 1-3 kg, serves me beautifully. All very reasonably priced. Good Luck with the breambos. Sandini Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogtooth Posted January 27, 2009 Share Posted January 27, 2009 Hi Steve , I Have a Td sol sol 2000 reel using 4lb braid and matched it to a Daiwa Infeet 1 piece and it is the best combo i have used at a good price . You should pick up the rod for under $ 150 dollars . I have caught 65cm kings no probs , Nice combo for soft plastics for bream and also serves as my squid rod . When you look at this rod all the guides are really small and never had any issues with wind knots . . Casts a Mile....... You are welcome to give it a test . . Heres the rod specs..... RF68T-A 6’8” 1 Piece ULTRA LIGHT REGULAR MAX. 8g 3-6lb Cheers ..... Dogtooth.... John....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirks Posted January 27, 2009 Author Share Posted January 27, 2009 hey John Where are u. I go back to school tomorrow as a year 7 orientation. but the weekend I should be fine. Cheers Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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