can this rod be used with casting reels.
1100744
I currently have a spinning reel attached to this rod. Although I have not yet tried it out, I do believe you could use a casting reel. The rod is primarily meant for deep sea fishing using trolling reels.
1100745
You could throw a line out, for tarpon fishing with cut bait etc, but not really a casting rod. I will tell you that it is a very nice looking and light , easy to handle boat rod, but I would not want to cast it all day as if you were fishing for reds or something. hope that helps
1100746
No this is more of a trolling / bottom fishing Rod. Great rod, just the application you are asking about is not for this rod. They do have other rods that would work however...
1100747
It's a trolling rod not a casting rod. Now could you put a casting reel on it and make it work slim or not at all
1100748
I wouldn't recommend it. The rollers are fairly narrow, so you may want to tend towards something with eyes. Don't get me wrong, it is a great rod and has served me well thus far, but it is more geared toward trolling or deep-dropping.
1304595
Yes, it rod has a standard mount which should accept most salt-water trolling reels. I don't know if your reel has a rod clamp, but I definitely would recommend using a clamp to fasten the reel more securely and prevent any wiggling.
220911
hi scott, i used this combo surf casting on cape cod and liked it. it is a light surf casting setup, reel takes 14lb line. i guess if you used braided line you could up it. i think any fish over 20 lbs would be some fight, and fun. it would make a great rod for big fish in fresh water, like cats. hope this helps, steve
1401645
Yea, it's a spinning reel. I thought it was a casting rod but, not so. Great rod though.
1714360
You can put it on almost any rod, they're kinda universal. It is a 4/5 wt reel, that's what its designed for. Sometimes I put it on my 6 wt rod, but mostly on a 4 weight.
902487
This rod can be used for fly or spinning so either or both reels will work. I would probably opt for spinning if the person is just getting started.
2149425
Yes you can. But it is a open face reel, so you will have to set your star drag to match the amount of weight you are casting. Otherwise you will have nothing but problems with back lashes. Fredfish
1729318
This rod is for conventional trolling type reels for example search penn 113h to get a visual. It's not for a spinning reel
2195180
That should be able to do that no problem. I was casting in Jetty Park Florida and was using some very heavy lead sinkers, I'd say around a ounce in total weight. I have a Okuma Avenger spinning reel the second biggest one I could get and had 35 pound braid on it, and had no issues. I'd imagine with the right reel, and proper line, you'd have no problem casting those weights.
1226706
You can cast this reel but it is best used to troll for larger fish, as I do for salmon out of Humboldt Bay in Eureka California. I own three of these reels and find them durable and a great bargain for the price. I have owned them going on four seasons without a problem. Keep them oiled and release the drag over the winter and these should last a long time.
2195179
Should be no problem. These are heavy duty spinning rods. I can also cast sardines with no weight on 40lb test! Not real far, but far enough to be effective. I've caught mostly Pargo and Dorado with mine.
1071056
The rods are designed for dipsy divers which create alot of force. But they could be used for casting but the reel is primarily used for trolling. I would look for a bait caster reel if you are doing regular fishing. I catch 20lb plus salmon on theseway poles with ease. Anything smaller i would go with a lighter/shorter rod.
1246466
Yes, the rod will accommodate both spinning and baitcasting reels with ease.
2249103
According to the manufacturer's literature it can be used in saltwater with the recommendation that it be rinsed in fresh water after every use. Personally I wouldn't since the moving parts aren't designed for that heavy usage and the reel is enclosed. A casting reel would be more what you'd want unless you plan to use this reel just one season. There are more than a couple plastic parts in this fine spincast reel.
116817
Not properly. Since a spinning reel mounts under the rod, if used in that configuration the line would not pass over the very top most roller but would instead be abraded by the roller guide wire.
391078
They can, but your rod/reel will be upside down. (Meaning, the reel will have to be on top, so you'd have to crank with the wrong hand.) I've found Scotty's "Baitcaster" rod holder to be better for spinning gear. It has an indentation for your reel at the bottom.
822464
No you cannot fit rods with a reels on them. I usually put the reels is the checked bag with my clothes or in my carry on.