Rod suggestions please

[squidboy]

I have a shimano jewel rod that tends to have 'sticky' guides when it comes to various braids and reels I throw at it. Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions for a 7 foot 1-3kg rid with an extra fast taper. Need a stiff rod for plastics but prefer a very light rod at the same time. No real budget set, just need something that is practicable

[rjc123]

I have a shimano jewel rod that tends to have 'sticky' guides when it comes to various braids and reels I throw at it. Just wondering if anyone has any suggestions for a 7 foot 1-3kg rid with an extra fast taper. Need a stiff rod for plastics but prefer a very light rod at the same time. No real budget set, just need something that is practicable

I also have the jewell. I've had a bit of bad karma with them in the past. Snapping 3 jewells in the space of a year.... Ranging from car incidents to high sticking when netting big fish. I elected not to get another one as breaking 3 of the same rod in a year says something... I do infact have a heavier 4-8kg model of it for jews and rat kings. So far its great.

Depending on your budget, you have many options. The Pflueger Trion is a lovely little rod. Ideally suited to plastics and can come as cheap as $100 if you look in the right places.

Another step up and you have the T-Curve T-Series. These are great rods. You can get them for around $220 but seen them around $200 as well.

These may be a bit pricey compared to the jewell but the Daiwa Sol and Daiwa Black Label Versatile are fantastic. They both go for around the $250 mark but the black label is certainly better.

It really comes down to if you want something to just do the job, or a really quality rod.

The ever faithful Raider series are a great work horse and cheap.

Cheers, Tom

[cheekiifisher]

I have a 2-4kg Pflueger Rod and I love it for flicking soft plastics about. But then again i am no expert!

[foolforjesus]

Hi Squidboy, I've actually been searching for a similar rod for some time now, and have narrowed the search down to the new Daiwa MX Ajing 74ULS rod. It's a bit pricey ($430) in Australia, but you can order direct from Japan for under $300. It looks the goods!

This rod is rated 2-5lb, and its 7'1.

Apart from this rod, from the 1-3kg class, the samurai 101 is a good bet. Again a bit pricey, but looks and feels good.

[squidboy]

I can afford any rod to $450, I prefer to have one within no problems

[Guest]

I can afford any rod to $450, I prefer to have one within no problems

If you can find a Berkley BLOOD PYTHON you will be in heaven top rods for all of your needs

[rjc123]

I can afford any rod to $450, I prefer to have one within no problems

In that case I'd go for the Daiwa Black Label Versatile 3-5lb. Top rod and have just ordered one myself after many recommendations and using a mates.

[squidboy]

Looks like Squidboy needs to go shopping. Any stores that you all recommend that have these to see?

[Catchin Jack]

My 3 choices would be....

1- Berkley Venom "Death Adder" or "Blood Python", though the Death Adder feels like a 1-3kg even though it's a 2-4kg

2- Pflueger Patriarch XTR, what can I say, got a couple of these and I cannot fault them.

3- Berkley Dropshot G4, had a play with one of these and was quite impressed with its feel.

On a side note, if you're on a tight budget take a look at the Shakespeare Sling Shot and the Pflueger Trion, both good bang for your $$$.

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[squidboy]

Thanks Catchin jack, the Blood python looks the go. Do you know a store that would stick both to compare?

[Catchin Jack]

Couldn't tell you off the top of my head but you can call Pure Fishing on 02 4351 7740 or via email on info@purefishing.com.au

They should be able to tell you who has them in store or head you in the right direction, I don't think there's many around though. But if you can, have a play with the Pflueger Patriarch XTR rod, really nice rods at a decent price.