Fish Rods
I need some help with a list of fishing rods?
I recently bought a cabin on a lake in Michigan where I live, My fiancee wants to get me a decent fishing rod as one of my Christmas gifts and wants me to make a list of about 5 or 6 that she can choose from. I would like some help on some decent rods that I can use to catch Bass,Pan fish,and other lake fish I am looking for her to spend between 10 and 60 dollars... Thank you in advance
1. Although Micheal's advice is sound regarding the "fun factor" of ultra-light fishing, (IE:using an ultra-light rod) it is my opinion that a medium-action rod will be more appropriate for a wider selection of fish species.
Small & BIG fish are not "segregated"! (lol) You never know WHAT size fish you will catch....and with an Ultra-lite rod/reel you need to have experience "fighting a fish" and using the appropriate amount of drag pressure. Otherwise, that HUGE fish that hits your line you won't even get to SEE- it will just swim into a weedbed and shake the hook..........I lose 4LB Bass in weedbeds frequently and I'm using Medium-heavy rods & 20LB BRAIDED line.........(something to think about).
If you can't afford to purchase 2 fishing outfit's, (one for Bluegill and one for Bass, Walleye, Pike), then you need something right in the "middle"- a little heavy for Bluegill, a little light for everything else. Medium-action is going to be the best choice of actions for a wider variety of fish.
Also, I'm thinking that when you say "fishing rod" you mean the rod AND the reel?
At your highest price point ($60), you are very limited as to what brand rod & reel you can purchase. The problem with buying cheap fishing gear is, it doesn't LAST. As with everything you buy, the proverb, "You get what you PAY for" applies to fishing tackle.
It has been my experience that a $30 rod and a $30 reel won't last long..........just like a $1500 car won't outlast a $15,000 car.
As long as you realize that within a couple years (or LESS) of use your fishing outfit will probably need to be replaced, here is a list of rods and reels that are "decent" & close to your price range-
Reels
1. Pflueger Trion model 4730- This reel has good feedback for such a cheap reel. Don't purchase anything less expensive than this reel- you'll be sorry- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_58697_100001002_100000000_100001000_100-1-2
2. Mitchell 308 XE- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_90958_100001002_100000000_100001000_100-1-2
3. Pflueger President model 6730- This is a great reel for the price- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_51666_100001002_100000000_100001000_100-1-2
4. Shimano Sedona model SE2500 FD- Another great reel for the price- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_10203500_100001002_100000000_100001000_100-1-2
Prices jump after these 4 reels......
Rods
Within your price point there are even less options for a decent rod. Here are my picks for you:
1. Berkley Lightning Rod 6' 6" or 7' medium action ONE PIECE ROD (Never purchase a cheap 2 piece rod unless you must; the odds it will have a defect are good)- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_89130____SearchResults
2. Ugly Stik Lite Series 7' ML- Make sure to purchase this "lite" series-they are much more sensitive than a regular Ugly Stik. Also, this Inshore Series is ONE PIECE VS the 2 piece Freshwater models- http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product_10151_-1_10001_17946____SearchResults
3. Shimano Convergence- http://www.cabelas.com/p-0060381123765a.shtml#customer-product-reviews
Here's my picks... Hope it helps ya? Good luck
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3 Meters 6 Fishing Line Guide Telescopic Fish Rod Pole $19.16 |
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MAYA AGUAS 4.0m/13.12ft - 4 Sections Light Weight Fiberglass Fishing Pole Rod $19.00 |
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New 1.4m Mini Pocket Pen Fishing Rod + Reel + Line Gift $0.97 |
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Z129aB BASS SALMON TROUT FISH BOAT FISHING ROD BAIT BELT BUCKLE $0.99 |
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MAYA AGUAS 3.0m/9.84ft - 3 Sections Light Weight Fiberglass Fishing Pole Rod $16.00 |
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Children Wooden Fishing Boat Magnetic Rods & Fish,Toys $22.67 |
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Min 8 inch Max 4.6ft Blue Pen Fishing Rod Reel Line $0.97 |
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55in Protable Black Aluminum Alloy Mini Pen Fishing Rod + Reel + Nylon Line New $0.17 |
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Aquantic Speed Jig 210 Travel Jigging Fishing Rod $97.58 |
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Pocket Pen Fishing Rod blue Reel Nylon Line Gift Kit $0.96 |
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Davis Spey Fly Fishing Rods 14-15 wt 12 Ft Length $119.95 |
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Davis Big Game Fishing Troll Rod Roller Set 4 100-130lb $298.95 |
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2pcs Automatic Electronic Fishing Rod Light Bite Fish Alarm Bell with Battery $5.13 |
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1938 AD South Bend Split Bamboo Fly Fishing Rods Bass Steelhead $12.99 |
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fishing rod tip holders rack clips rubber (18 CLIPS) $13.39 |
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Wire line Trolling rod Tungsten Guides saltwater fishing - new $125.00 |
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Pocket Pen Fishing Rod blue Reel + Line Gift Kit 12%OFF $0.95 |
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Blue Fishing Stick Rod Tiny Pen Reel Pole Line Wheel Tools Max 54 inch $0.09 |
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Pocket Pen Fishing Rod Golden Reel Nylon Line Gift Kit $0.98 |
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1956 Press Photo Jim Haywood shows boys his fishing rod $19.88 |
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Saltwater Fishing Tackle Pen Rod Pole and Reel Combos $0.95 |
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Mitchell Fishing rod Universe Pro Match 3.90m 13 ft $97.40 |
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NEW Fishing Rod Trabucco ERION HIGH MATCH 4.50m 15 ft 8-25 gr action $101.48 |
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Saltwater Fishing Tackle Pen Rod Pole and Reel Combos $0.95 |
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2 EAGLE CLAW 8' Water Eagle Fishing Rods NEW! #WE20080 $35.09 |
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4 CRAPPIE FISHING RODS/POLE PINNACLE LIMIT ROD 10' $60.00 |
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3 CRAPPIE RODS/POLE HI TECH STILL FISH COMBO 12' $34.95 |
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3 CRAPPIE RODS/POLE HI TECH STILL FISH COMBO 14' $39.95 |
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3 CRAPPIE RODS/POLE HI TECH STILL FISH ROD AND REEL COMBO 10' W/LINE $29.95 |
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★Blue Mini Pocket Pen Fishing Rod Pole Nylon Line Reel★ $1.50 |
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Mens OUTDOOR LIFE T Shirt sz XL emb fly fishing design rod reels & trout flies $14.25 |
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4 CRAPPIE FISHING RODS/POLE PINNACLE LIMIT ROD 12' $60.00 |
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NEW Fishing Rod Trabucco SYNTIUM T-MATCH 4.00m13,3 ft 40 grammes action $92.85 |
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Mini Pen Blue Fishing Telescopic Rod W/ Reel Gift Line $1.56 |
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1948 Montague Rods & Ocean City Reels fishing print ad $9.99 |
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Child Educationa LAKESHORE 20 Piece Magne Fishing Rods fish Pretend Play Pre K $12.99 |
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NEW Fishing Rod Trabucco SYNTIUM T-MATCH 4.00m13,3 ft 60 grammes action $98.42 |
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NEW Fishing Rod Trabucco SYNTIUM T-MATCH 4.20m14 ft 80 grammes action $105.12 |
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Saltwater Fishing Tackle Pen Rod Pole and Reel Combos $0.95 |
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3.3m Foam Covered Handle Plastic Fishing Rod Pole Black $20.81 |
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7& 1/2 FOOT SOUTH BEND BAMBOO FISHING ROD MODEL 209 FAMOUS IN FISHING NICE SHAPE $101.00 |
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Nice 39.4in Protable Silver Aluminum Alloy Pen Fishing Rod + Reel + Nylon Line $0.17 |
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Saltwater Fishing Tackle Pen Rod Pole and Reel Combos $0.95 |
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Saltwater Fishing Tackle Pen Rod Pole and Reel Combos $0.95 |
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ORIGINAL QUICK FIST CLAMP FISHING ROD/TOOL HOLDER $3.95 |
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Flush Mount Fishing Rod Holders x Two (2) for Any Boats $10.84 |
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Fishing Gaff 4 FT. FISHING ROD, FISHING LURE $11.50 |
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Saltwater Fishing Tackle Pen Rod Pole and Reel Combos $0.95 |
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2pcs Automatic Electronic Fishing Rod Light Bite Fish Alarm Bell with Battery b $5.99 |
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Saltwater Fishing Tackle Pen Rod Pole and Reel Combos $0.95 |
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35 Pcs Colors Lures Fishing lure For Rods Fish Swimbait Crankbaits OTJGG $24.99 |
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★ Max Length 55inch Black Pen Fishing Rod Reel Line ★ $0.99 |
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2 Perko Flush Mount Fishing Boat Rod Pole Holders 13" F $39.99 |
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Mini Fishing Tackle Pocket Pen Kit Rod Pole and Reel Combos Wheel Tools $0.96 |
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FISHING FISHING ROD HOLDER SALTWATER FRESHWATER FISHING POLE REELS $39.99 |
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MASTER TELESCOPIC SPIN FISHING ROD REEL COMBO BP-1 NEW $19.99 |
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Metal Line Guide Purple Black 2M 6 Sections Fishing Rod $10.08 |
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Saltwater Fishing Tackle Pen Rod Pole and Reel Combos $0.95 |
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7" FULL TANG Fire Starter rod Flint Survival outdoor new Camping Knife fishing $0.01 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |
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Nautical Joes Bait Rods Gear Boats Fishing Hunting Outdoor Sports Mens T-Shirt $17.95 |