Jigging Rods

[Luke1]

Hey Fishraiders.

i wouldn't mind starting to get into jigging. But firstly i need a rod and reel.

The price range im looking for is around $350 max for the reel, and $400 for the Rod.

Brand names dont bother me, but if it means better quality then thats a benefit.

And i also would need some Braided line aswell, just wondering, how many pounds/kgs should i get for my braid.

Thanks for the help.

Luke1

Edited June 11, 2009 by Luke1

[moses]

saragosa 18000 for the reel and tcurve deep jig 400 for the rod and 80lb braid u will be able to use this setup for jigging for fin etc aswell

[pjbink]

Are you looking to get an overhead or threadline outfit?

50lb braid is the most popular line for jigging for kings off Sydney.

Edited June 11, 2009 by billfisher

[jimnicdusty]

saragosa 18000 for the reel and tcurve deep jig 400 for the rod and 80lb braid u will be able to use this setup for jigging for fin etc aswell

what moses said

[youareck]

I am in to Jigging myself, Well for start up what kind of set up do you want to use e.g overhead or spin?

I have 2 set up myself. I mean it's better to spend a bit more money on the good set up then buying a mid range set up then upgrade it later.

1.

rod: Jigging Master Custom Rod 400g

Reel: Accurate 665N With docking also T-bar handle

Line:70lb YGK

2.

Rod:Jigging Master Custom Rod 150g

Reel: Accurate 870N with docking also T-bar handle

Line: 20lb Powerpro

some advise for you is that overhead it's much easier to get the fish up and useless power when you fight the fish,

<400 rod you can find in the market it's the Tcurve Jig or even cheaper ones like Jig Wex , Monster Mesh they will do the trick as well.

But reel you will want something that has power and can hold a lots of line if you want to jig in the deep.

Around that price mark that you are talking about you have a few choice for spining reel

CATALINA 6500 - it's got 30kg or drag it's more then you need to jig for a fish.

Certate 3500HD - it's got heaps less line Capacity it's only good for jigging off sydney.

Saltiga overhead - it's a little higher in price.

Hope it helps

[moses]

if your going to spend the money on a reel then u should also buy a top notch rod i have just bought a hots rod which is amazing slow taper and bends from tip to butt right from the start but the price range is very high the saragosa has a fully sealed drag and alot of the jigging boats in perth are using the because of there price and dependability i think a certate would be nice but a bit small if u r not familiar with jigging catalina would do the job nicely withh a matching rod. another key point is dont be tight when buying braid not worth the dissapointment

[moses]

have a look at this site beautiful rods

http://www.awpdistributions.com.au/product...s-fake-lez.aspx

[Luke1]

Thanks a bunch guys, really appreciated.

Now to save up a couple more hundred and buy a good one.

-Luke1

[GregL]

Go out and have a look at the Saltiga Rods.

They are alot cheaper now!

There is ment to be a clear out about to happen.....

There was a store last week on sale with them at $299 and I heard the cost is dropping again on certain models!

Greg

[Luke1]

Go out and have a look at the Saltiga Rods.

They are alot cheaper now!

There is ment to be a clear out about to happen.....

There was a store last week on sale with them at $299 and I heard the cost is dropping again on certain models!

Greg

Awesome, ill check that out for sure.