Fishing: rod & reel advice

Andy Moore · 13 March 2006, 13:48

Hi Everyone,

I would like some advice on buying a rod & reel to use on my RIB.

I was thinking along the lines of:

Reel:-

1. Multiplier
2. Level-wind
3. Lever drag
4. Possibly Shimano.
5. I love those 'gold' reels. V. sexy!

Rod:-

1. Nothing too 'heavy'.
2. Only to be used in the Solent. No wrecking.

Does that give you enough to go on?

Any help appreciated.

--Andy

codprawn · 13 March 2006, 14:00

Nothing wrong with those ideas - hate fixed spool reels with a passion!!!

Hugh Jardon · 13 March 2006, 14:07

i use a shakespere T15LA multiplier, only 30 odd quid and a nice bit of kit, cheap reels are so much better these days than they used to be, also use an ugly stick boat rod which has a nice action

Andy Moore · 13 March 2006, 14:18

I was thinking along the lines of a reel from Penn or Shimano, as they both do those sexy 'gold' coloured reels. But, I don't know if they are restricted to big game, bluewater fishing.

I know I shouldn't be deciding on a reel based on what colour it is, but those reels are beautiful.

Anyone know?

Hugh Jardon · 13 March 2006, 14:21

basically they are fab reels but you can use them for smaller game too, you need to consider the type of fishing you are doing and imagine holding the rod reel for hours at a time and the weight,

for me the retrieve speed is important and weight, i also used fixed spool and larger multipliers depending on the type of fishing etc, plus good gear is cheaper these days too

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy Moore

I was thinking along the lines of a reel from Penn or Shimano, as they both do those sexy 'gold' coloured reels. But, I don't know if they are restricted to big game, bluewater fishing.

I know I shouldn't be deciding on a reel based on what colour it is, but those reels are beautiful.

Anyone know?

Andy Moore · 13 March 2006, 14:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hugh Jardon

basically they are fab reels but you can use them for smaller game too, you need to consider the type of fishing you are doing and imagine holding the rod reel for hours at a time and the weight,

Hmm, good point. Hadn't really thought about the weight. My nephews needs to be able to hold them too.

I was thinking about this one or one of these.

--Andy

Hugh Jardon · 13 March 2006, 15:22

if you have not really done much fishing before then buy cheap and light and see how you get on, try the rod and reel you are interested in together in the shop and think of weight etc and arm ache.

if my son can pull in 8 mackeral on a 3.99 plastic rod and reel set with my help then i am sure some of the inexpensive items on the market will do quite a good job.

weight and purpose are very important considerations, and of course price.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy Moore

Hmm, good point. Hadn't really thought about the weight. My nephews needs to be able to hold them too.

both attached look nice but i prefer to see in the flesh etc and i am a tactile person when it comes to rods and reels

I was thinking about this one or one of these.

--Andy

SOLENTER · 13 March 2006, 19:16

Good tackel is nice to own but it wont catch you any moor fish than a
well balanced cheep rig, its how good the the lump of lard holding it is
local knowledge is a must if you havent got it then ask it will save you
a lot time and money

Alice · 13 March 2006, 19:39

I use one of these, it helps stack the odds slightly more in my favour.

IanE · 13 March 2006, 20:44

Quote:

Originally Posted by Andy Moore

Hmm, good point. Hadn't really thought about the weight. My nephews needs to be able to hold them too.

--Andy

I got an excellent rod and reel for my son while in Cowes for Ribex last year.

Ian

bigmike35 · 13 March 2006, 21:32

get yourself something like a 6ft 12lb class boat rod easer to handle off a rib i have a ugly stick with a penn mag 323 superb reel fast retreve which is also a fab reel to use off the shore (i also take that reel when i go to gambia catching fish up to 2-300lb) in my oppinion best reel u can bye for around £90-£130 rod about £60 but with the ron thompson stuff about u could get just as good set up fpr about £60-£80 also if your not experanced with multis go for a level wind easer just tackle up and away to go

Hightower · 13 March 2006, 23:46

Got myself a Shimano travel rod, fits into a 4"dia X 18" tube case and is classed to 12lb. Lovely peice of kit and very high quality. About £60 for the rod and I keep it onboard all year long.

As for a reel, multiplier are great but don't get a self level one. Fixed spool is OK too but more for uptide casting stuff.

Hugh Jardon · 14 March 2006, 00:13

andy

we should get some fishing in this summer then!!

looking forward to a bit of wreck fishing

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hightower

Got myself a Shimano travel rod, fits into a 4"dia X 18" tube case and is classed to 12lb. Lovely peice of kit and very high quality. About £60 for the rod and I keep it onboard all year long.

As for a reel, multiplier are great but don't get a self level one. Fixed spool is OK too but more for uptide casting stuff.

The Garfish · 14 March 2006, 11:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alice

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