will this combo be sufficient for flounder and mackerel pier fishing with fairly strong surf?
208615
Unless you are using light line they will work great. I use between 14 and 17# test lines and fish offshore at depths to 150ft. Have landed 40" Lep. Sharks, as well as 25 and 30 # Bat Rays. I love the action of the rod.
1095069
Yes, it is intended to be a salt water combo--but I would purchase rod and reel separately. See my review. -Edog1955
2104917
If you have the right tackle this 12ft rod will handle anything you will catch from the surf .I. Own the beefsteak 12 ft heavy but I like my Beefsteak 9 ft medium heavy much better will also handle anything you will catch in the surfThis rod is built just like the 12 ft heavy just shorter I can cast the 9 ft rod with more accuracy. Hope this helped happy fishing
592499
Absolutely. This is a great setup and I would recommend it to anyone for light to medium fresh water fishing.
1962564
Yes this is very good for surf fishing. You might want to change the line to a heaver line say 20 or 25 LBS depending on what you are fishing for.
1962563
I personally wouldn't use it for surf fishing. I've casted with it for short distances but not sure how it would hold up having to cast long distances with heavy weight. The drag is not entirely adjustable so unless you are using heavy weight to keep it anchored, strong water movement has the drag clicking very often. Not to deter you from considering this reel by no means, its a great beginner reel and even though I've upgraded from it, I still use it when putting out several rods.
2103193
It would be great from the pier and in the surf if you are fishing in the water. It is kind of short to keep the waves from slapping your line. In all honesty it would be best suited for the boat. Hope this helps.
466700
Depends on the use. 15-20lbs should do fine but if you're surf fishing I would go a little higher to make it through the cast.
2063764
As long as you don't put extreme pressure on the rod and use all the stress on the line it can be used. The rod is very fragile and cannot be used with heavy lures... Good luck
1940308
Are you surf fishing or boat fishing I have my DF100A on a 12 foot surf rod. The reel can handle most anything you hook. Your particular style of fishing will dictate the type of spinning rod you match it with
1237792
Yea I don't see why you wouldn't be able to use a low profile baitcaster on it or for saltwater, if anything I would use it in the bays going for spotted bay bass or calicos, I wouldn't bring it on a half day boat tho. t's on the heavy side of medium compared to other medium power rods I have and had in the past. fast action to extra fast I would say. I hope this helps
1683204
Sure, that'll work just fine... Always depends on what you are fishing for and if it balances out the rod/reel combo?
1812540
I prefer larger "round" baitcasters for that task, although this one has a little bit larger spool than many low profile reels, so it is good with 14lb mono or 20lb braid. Although it's not really made for salt, it should be OK if you are meticulous about cleaning it afterwards.
1988698
Yes, I only use it for saltwater fishing. I have caught king mackerel, spanish mackerel, jack carvalle, and many other saltwater fish using this reel.
1436439
Sharon, I bought this reel/pole combo for a extra for a friend or situation which would need me to resort to having to using it as my backup. I'm surprised to say, the pole/reel combo for the money is absolutely great and would recommend it to anyone. Yes, it will work for bass/fish up to 10-15 lbs.
1643423
Hi,Not sure about the max lure weight, but for sure you can use for light duty surf. Great little set up.
1354281
Yes. This is a feature you will find on most reeks. Regarding the Trio, I have the 30 matched with a Tarvos rod and it is my favorite combination at this moment. I usually fish for Lane, Mutton and Mangrove snapper. I recently landed a four foot Bonnethead shark with this combination. Fantastic fight!