what is the weight range for the lure that this rod can cast? 1/4 - 1 oz?
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I fish the Ocuma 7-14 LB usingBucktails and Crappie jigs. 1/16 -1/2 ozGet a heavier rod for larger weight jigs
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I used this rod up in Alaska this past summer with a 2 ounce jig head. I tried some heavier lures, but they were too heavy. The rod handled 5-7lb black bass rockfish without issue. I was also able to bring in a 15lb lingcod with the rod.
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I have not used this rod very much since I bought it - it's been winter down here in New Zealand. However, I use it in combination with an Abu Garcia Revo Toro NaCl overhead reel, with braid, and am casting lures like the Shimano Waxwing 7/8 oz good distances. I haven't tried anything much heavier at this point.
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My rod was 7ft. / you can use up to 30lb test with good results ,if you will be mostly fishing for bass in open water , I would suggest 14lb test . hope this helps you , God Bless
416723
I mate with Penn 500 Jigmaster with 25Lbs. Cast with 4 ounce sinker with about 3 ounces of bates a little over 100 yards
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The model number you listed is correct, and Eagle Claw does indeed list this item as a 3/4 wt rod. However, after fishing the rod and trying out different weight lines, I was convinced this is in no way a 3 wt. I emailed the manufacturer, and asked them about it. They informed me that it would fish and cast better a little over lined, coming just short of an admission of a misprint on the rod. I can forward you the email response I got from them if you would like. I would call this a 4/5 wt rod and Wright McGill pretty much agreed. But this is all a little moot since I see Amazon is no longer offering this particular rod. Anyway, hope this helped. The model number you listed is correct, and Eagle Claw does indeed list this item as a 3/4 wt rod. However, after fishing the rod and trying out different weight lines, I was convinced this is in no way a 3 wt. I emailed the manufacturer, and asked them about it. They informed me that it would fish and cast better a little over lined, coming just short of an admission of a misprint on the rod. I can forward you the email response I got from them if you would like. I would call this a 4/5 wt rod and Wright McGill pretty much agreed. But this is all a little moot since I see Amazon is no... » Read More The model number you listed is correct, and Eagle Claw does indeed list this item as a 3/4 wt rod. However, after fishing the rod and trying out different weight lines, I was convinced this is in no way a 3 wt. I emailed the manufacturer, and asked them about it. They informed me that it would fish and cast better a little over lined, coming just short of an admission of a misprint on the rod. I can forward you the email response I got from them if you would like. I would call this a 4/5 wt rod and Wright McGill pretty much agreed. But this is all a little moot since I see Amazon is no longer offering this particular rod. Anyway, hope this helped. « Show Less
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As long as you keep your weight under 2 oz. just about anything, also keep the reel line 17# or under. I have used plastic jigs, iron spoons and five bait. It is not much good in very deep water because of the limit of line on the real and the weight needed to go deep. Very good for fish up to 20# and under.
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This is a light/light medium fly rod. I use mine to practice my fly casting technique when fishing off docks or tight spaces with foliage.
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After using mine it feels like a 6-8lb test line. Works pretty flawless and a great pole for the price. Caught some bass and crappie and blue gill first time with it
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Yeah it a one piece medium heavy.its says line 12-25 lbs. It a pretty stif rod..depending on what your catching..not to confortable for jigging unless your going for the big one..but will get tired quick it to heavy for jigging but good for live or cut bait..
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With 6oz of weight on the end and PowerPro 50lbs braid line, I've been able to cast mine over 70 yards!! Casting with this reel is silky smooth.
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I iuse a 7ft.ugly stick, medium strength. bought it at bass pro. I have tried others , but this one gives me great casting. Bass Pro $29.00
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Bought this for my husband who used Spiderwire 15 lb test line for trout in fresh water lake. I guess the test line weight depends on what your fishing for. Hope this helped.
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I'm not entirely certain, however I can tell you that as a novice angler, this rod and reel set are great. Every time I drop a lure in the water I catch something.. the biggest was a 20# barracuda. And for the Price... excellent bargain. I live in Belize where there are a LOT of fishermen and all of them comment on what a great rod and reel this is... they are shocked when I tell them how much i paid for it. I think you'll be pleased.
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The reel is for 7-9 wt line. I don't know specifically how much it weighs, but final weight will depend a lot on the line and backing you use. I do know that with an 150 ft of dacron backing and a sink-tip line, it is light enough to move the balance point of the rod forward somewhat compared to my son's metal reel.
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The travel rod is for lighter weight lures and does not have enough backbone for surf fishing. 1.5 oz. Is the max weight I would use and the reel seat will not fit anything over a 40 size spinning reel. It is a great rod for the price and light weight applications.
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I agree with the other posters. You'd have to cast it. The rod and reel are heavy. My wife can't cast it if that helps at all.
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I would probably say to use the 1/8 oz size but it really depends on the water current where you are fishing along with the size of the gulp bait you are using. You want it heavy enough to not get swept away too quickly if the current is strong but not so heavy that it falls to the bottom too quickly when jigging and takes away from the action of the bait. The 1/8 oz would probably be a good place to start. Hope that helps & tight lines!
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I used this on a trip to Costa Rica last year and it held up well for use with a 2 oz wt and large chunk of bait. It is a still rod with a good feel for the amount of pieces. Depends on what you are trying to catch but I liked if for the bottom fishing I did. hope this helps! just make sure you are looking for the correct type of rod the picture doesnt match description...